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Ivy Branch Trail System
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Hatfield Mccoy Trail System |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Hatfield McCoy Trail System features about 60 miles of moderately challenging trails that are open to all offroad vehicles. Most of the terrain is hard packed dirt with light to moderate elevation changes, scattered rock gardens and various hill climbs. There are even a few single track trails set aside for dirt bikes.
The area offers plenty of scenic overlooks of the surrounding mountains and valleys. All trails are marked and rated and form long loops. The Hatfield McCoy Welcome Center is a short distance away which sells permits and is stocked with trail maps, brochures and merchandise. Gas, food and lodging is also a few minutes away.
There is a large staging area but overnight parking and camping is not permitted. Nearby Ivy Branch Resort features fully furnished modern cabins with direct trail access plus UTV rentals. Call for rates and availability.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Hatfield McCoy Trails Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All riders, drivers and passengers must have a valid Hatfield McCoy Trails Permit affixed to the helmet. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (99 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Prohibited | camping not permitted on trail system or at staging areas |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours are from sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Armed OfficersJeep/SUV Patrol Trails patrolled by WV DNR Police Officers. |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | County Land |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($26.50 per rider) Non-Residents - $50/rider. If purchased online add $4.50/shipping and handling. |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Permits are valid through December 31 of the year purchased. All riders, drivers and passengers must have a valid Hatfield McCoy Trails Permit affixed to the helmet. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Julian, WV | ||
| Address | 4260 Julian Road, Julian, WV 25529 | ||
| From: Charleston, WV
1) Take Hwy 119 South about 20 miles 2) Turn right (west) onto Hwy 3, continue about 2 miles 3) Staging area is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Hatfield Mccoy Trails Welcome Center P.O. Box 146 Man, WV 25635 (800) 592-2217 info@trailsheaven.com trailsheaven.com |
| Comment | Mailing Address |
| Contact Info | Ivy Branch Resort 59 October Ridge Sumerco, WV 25567 (304) 395-0000 info@rideivy.com rideivy.com |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 2,600 acres (4 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 60 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 850 to 1150 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (W) | Exxon (304) 524-2483 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (S) | Mobile (304) 369-1079 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ivy Branch Resort (304) 395-0000 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ivy Branch Resort (304) 395-0000 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ivy Branch Resort (304) 395-0000 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ivy Branch Resort (304) 395-0000 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | Mobile (304) 369-1079 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS