Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The Thurmond-Minden Trail is an impressively maintained rail-trail with beautiful
views from this bridge.
While the Thurmond-Minden Trail provides an excellent path for bicycling and
hiking, bikers beware: A set of stairs built around the remains of a rockslide can
hinder your journey if you are unable to carry your bike up and down the wooden
steps.
DIRECTIONS
To access the Thurmond trailhead, head north from Beckley on US Hwy. 19.
Take the Glen Jean-Thurmond exit and turn left onto WV Route 25. Go a half
mile to Glen Jean, following the signs for the Thurmond-Minden Trail, located
5 miles outside of Glen Jean off Route 25.
To reach the Minden trailhead from Beckley, head north on US Route 19.
Take the Oak Hill/Main Street exit and turn right onto East Main Street at the
end of the ramp. Turn left at Minden Road and follow it for 2 miles. Take a right
across a small bridge to the Minden trailhead.
Contact:
New River Gorge National River
PO Box 246
Glen Jean, WV 25846
(304) 465-0508
