Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Location
Greenbrier and Pocahontas counties
Endpoints
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park to North Caldwell
Mileage
77
Roughness Index
2
Surface
Gravel
West Virginia's beautiful Greenbrier River Trail is one of America's premier rail-
trails—popular with bicyclists, hikers, walkers, and cross-country skiers. Most of the
trail runs along the gorgeous Greenbrier River and passes through picturesque West
Virginia countryside and local townships as it winds through the river valley. There
is no doubt that you will see many forms of interesting wildlife along this wonderful
trail.
Today, the trail is operated and maintained by West Virginia State Parks, but it
was originally built for use by one of the many West Virginia railroads that serviced
the once prospering local timber industry. Now the trail is for recreational use, with
overnight campsites and many restroom and water facilities scattered along its route.
For the last 20 years, the trail has hosted the popular annual Great Greenbrier River
Race, which consists of a canoeing, biking, and running leg.
