Dirt Bike Trails Near South Charleston, West Virginia

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Sludge Ponds to Witcher

Mild dirt terrain, gravel mix with some mud, but the holes are small. It may become slick if wet, partial clay. You will find county road access, with most of the route being public county…
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Total Miles
14.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su

Bearwallow Trail

Trails differ in skill level from blue and green to black and double black diamond. Very friendly for beginners/stock enthusiasts after their first badge. The double black diamond look to be a bit rough. I…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa

Panther Mountains

This is a gravel road along The Gauley River National Rec Area. It has access to Gauley river, and multiple hiking trails including the stairway to heaven, multiple water crossings and beautiful waterfalls. This is…
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Total Miles
9.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Stonebridge Trail

On this very scenic ride down along the creek, you will pass the remains of two bridges. The first will be on the left and is the larger of the two. The next will be…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa

Meadow & Gauley Rivers Access Trail

This trail was developed from old railroad tracks, making it perfect for various activities. Plenty of primitive camping sites along the river. There are two old railroad tunnels and multiple railroad bridges that you can…
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Total Miles
17.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Meadow/Gauley Access Trail

There is parking at the trailhead for up to two vehicles if you want to walk in. The first part of the trail is rough; after this, the trailer opens up into a mostly gravel…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Belcher Ridge Run

This trail has everything you want in an awesome trail with the exception of a water crossing. This trail is best traveled west to east for a few reasons. First: food and drink are on…
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Total Miles
28.2
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Ritchie Mines OHV CR/30 MacFarlan Road

Located in the central area of Ritchie County in West Virginia is an OHV trail you will never forget. This trail is the main one going through the Ritchie Mine area where it begins on…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su

Vinton County Tunnel Tour Part 3

This trail is Wikesville to Cone/Appalachia Highway Vinton County Tunnel Loop East. This section starts at Wikesville, Ohio, and runs counterclockwise north through Vinton County, stopping at Moonville Tunnel and Kings Hollow Tunnel which was…
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Total Miles
21.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Camp Creek Trail

There are a variety of different obstacles on this ride. From gravel to Rock. You will encounter mud and washed out segments and ruts. This trail also has various low hanging limbs and downed trees…
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Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Nile Road to Gauley River

This is a short but fun little trail leading from Nile Road in Persinger, West Virginia, to the Gauley River. During the downhill journey, you will see some of the finest of colors during prime…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

44/1 Bellwood Corporation Mine (Ford Knob Road)

This trail loops the road to Springdale bypass. That sounds like a good name for a road long forgotten. County road 44/1 is a road the locals use for recreation and your constant use will…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa

Vinton County Tunnel Tour Part 4

This trail is from Knox to Lake Hope. Moonville and Kings Hollow Tunnels Vinton County Tunnel Loop East. This starts at Wikesville, Ohio, this section runs counterclockwise north through Vinton County stopping at Moonville Tunnel…
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Total Miles
26.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Vinton County Tunnels Tour Part 2

This is Radcliff to Campbell Tunnel Vinton County Tunnel Loop West. This starts at Lake Hope in this section and runs counterclockwise south through Vinton county passing Campbell Tunnel which was recently closed through the…
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Total Miles
26.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Nettie to Richwood

If you like dirt roads, this place is for you--it's miles upon miles of dirt/gravel roads. This route takes about 3.5 hours over almost 40 miles of some of the prettiest country Nicholas County, West…
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Total Miles
35.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Arrington Branch Pass

This is a pass that goes through the old Arrington Branch and then goes up a curvy, rocky hill with low, tight clearances. You will pass by old homesteads and wetland areas as you go…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Fa

Shagnast Hill

This trail can be extreme. It is a shortcut over the hill from Arrington Pass and has really steep hill climbs with tree roots, rocks, and mud. However, there is a hidden gem: it boasts…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
8 Difficult
Best Time
Fa

Vinton County Tunnels Tour Part 1

This trail is from Lake Hope to Zaleski Vinton County Tunnel Loop West. This starts at Lake Hope and runs counterclockwise south through Vinton County, passing Campbell Tunnel which was recently closed through the Appalachian…
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Total Miles
14.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Salem

If you're into driving down some old back roads and running the outskirts of Wayne National Forest this trail has a lot to offer you. Even though it's an easy trail you will find yourself…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa

TWP 411 German Cemetery

This is a black trail by color standards at Hatfield and McCoy. Most people will not be able to get through this trail without a winch. If it is raining or has been raining in…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Wi

Haught Run

This route is one of the favorites of people from Marietta and surrounding areas. You start the trail at a covered bridge and then you follow Haught run from the end of County road 407…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Wi

Cedar Run

Head back in time as you travel through the abandoned town of San Toy. You will start by driving down a gravel road that will take you past old foundations to buildings that once stood…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su

James Road

You'll find a couple of small water crossings on this easy trail. It will be slippery when wet or snowy. It's right off of a gravel road and takes you to some very nice ponds.…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Wi

Trail 23 - Flatwoods Road

Trail 23 is the main artery for the Dorton/Flatwoods Area of the new Pike County Hillbilly Trails System. Trail 23 is a wide, graded dirt and gravel access road for an array of utilities and…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Flat Fork

This is the alternate entrance to Hillbilly Trails of Pike County. It's a gravel road that leads to Trail 23 of Hillbilly Trails. Once you get to the top there are a lot of trails…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Park Road 39

This route is for anyone that wants to rip a rally-like road, and experience the great scenery and wildlife Ohio can offer! This gravel route is very loose and has a few washouts. It also…
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Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

The Ridge Run

This trail is one of my favorites! This track will take you along some of the best sights and open landscapes Ohio has to offer. If you are camping at one of the local dispersed…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Dye Cemetary Road

This is a very scenic, offroad trail that takes you by some amazing sights. There are off-shutes that offer some fun Ohio mud, large lakes for fishing, as well as some very wide-open hunting opportunities.…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Ridgeview Road - Subarus Paradise

If you are someone that loves exploring new terrain and experiencing the true country living of Ohio, this is for you. This trail takes you by beautiful wildlife, farm animals, rustic houses, wide-open scenery, and…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Life Wide Open - Scenic Trail

This trail is short, but VERY scenic and perfect for almost any Subaru-style vehicle. It is an excellent add-on trail in this area and is worth a run-through. Very uncharacteristic for Ohio, this trail has…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa