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West Virginia
Tumbling Rock
5.2 mi
Distance
1,795 ft
Gain
2h 22m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 12 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 55°F / low 50°F, 23% precip — 85/100 for hike
OpenWeather12 h ago
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 5.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,795 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,795 ft
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- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Tumbling Rock is a scenic 5.19-mile out-and-back trail in West Virginia that showcases the state's natural waterfall features and rocky terrain. This moderate hike takes you through forest and along streams, with the namesake tumbling rock formations and cascades providing rewarding views at the turnaround point. The out-and-back route allows hikers to enjoy the same beautiful scenery on both the approach and return.
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