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West Virginia
Wildlife Trail
2.9 mi
Distance
592 ft
Gain
1h 13m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Monongahela National Forest
3 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.9 mi
- Elevation gain
- 592 ft
- Elevation loss
- 592 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Wildlife Trail is a 2.90-mile out-and-back trail in West Virginia offering an accessible nature walk through wildlife habitat. This gentle trail provides excellent opportunities for observing local fauna and flora while enjoying a peaceful forest setting. Perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a short, rewarding outdoor experience.
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