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West Virginia
Terry Top Trail
1.7 mi
Distance
418 ft
Gain
47 min
Time
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Inside New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
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Terry Top Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 418 ft
- Elevation loss
- 114 ft
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- National Park Service
About this trail
Terry Top Trail is a scenic point-to-point hike in West Virginia offering hikers a straightforward journey through the region's natural landscape. This short trail provides an accessible option for those seeking a quick outdoor excursion with moderate elevation change typical of West Virginia's terrain. The trail showcases the state's characteristic mixed forest and rolling topography.
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