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Other Names | Hatfield Mccoy Trails |
Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Hatfield McCoy Trail System is located in the southwestern part of West Virginia and features about 65 miles of various trails. Nearby Berwind Lake Wildlife Management Area features cabin rentals. Call for rates and availability.
The main staging area features a large parking area and a staffed welcome center that is stocked with trail maps, permits and merchandise. The nearby towns are ATV friendly with direct access to gas, lodging and restaurants.
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) | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
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 | stay on trail |
Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Armed OfficersJeep/SUV Patrol Trails patrolled by WV DNR Police Officers. |
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. |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | County Land |
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. |
Our Rating | Good |
Recommended Stay | Full Day |
Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
Nearest City | War, WV | ||
Address | 84 Silcox Lane, War, WV 24892 | ||
| From: Bishop, WV
1) Take WV-16 North about 24 miles 2) Turn right (north) onto Warriormine Road, continue 2.6 miles 3) Veer left onto River Road/Rulver Road, continue .2 miles 4) Turn left (south) onto Anex Street, proceed toward staging area. |
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 | Berwind Lake Wildlife Management Area (304) 436-3833 felicia.spencer@mcdowelleda.com wvtourism.com |
Approx Size | 4,000 acres (6 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 65 | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 1400 to 1900 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 | Few | |
Water Crossings | Few | |
Small Jumps | None | |
Large Jumps | None | |
Berms | None | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Single Track | Few | |
Roads | Some | |
Shade | All | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Gasoline | War, WV | |
Diesel | War, WV | |
Water | War, WV | |
RV Hookup | War, WV | |
RV Disposal | War, WV | |
Campground | War, WV | |
Conv Store | War, WV |
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