Elk Rail Trail #422
1.0 mi
Distance
72 ft
Elev. Gain
22m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Rail Trail #422 is a point-to-point trail in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. It is 1 mile long and gains 72 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Marlinton, West Virginia, about 11 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 857 ft |
| High point | 0.9 mi | 866 ft |
| End | 0.9 mi | 865 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Marlinton, WV · about 11 mi away
- County:
- Pocahontas County, WV
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Nearby Trails
More trails near Elk Rail Trail #422Roaring Run Trail # 421
Black Cherry Trail # 424
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Bear Pen Ridge Trail # 440
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