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West Virginia
Red Creek Trail
6.2 mi
Distance
1,837 ft
Gain
2h 59m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 9 h ago · oldest 14 d
problem: Agency alerts
34 active alerts in Monongahela National Forest; most severe: National Forest System Road 19 Road Closure for Public Health and Safety
USFS14 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 49°F / low 47°F, 30% precip — 81/100 for hike
OpenWeather9 h ago
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 6.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,837 ft
- Elevation loss
- 8,635 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
Red Creek Trail is a scenic point-to-point hike in West Virginia that follows a pristine mountain stream through remote backcountry. This 6.19-mile trek offers hikers an intimate experience with West Virginia's wilderness, featuring creek crossings, rocky terrain, and the soothing presence of flowing water throughout much of the journey.
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