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Easy hikes and walks in West Virginia

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Exploring West Virginia on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in West Virginia. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. Long Point Trail — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

4.96km

01:25

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Seneca Rocks — Monongahela National Forest

6.03km

01:53

240m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Grandview Rim & Castle Rock Trail — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

5.58km

01:36

130m

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. High Knob Tower Trail — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

4.14km

01:17

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Murphy-Chambers Farm loop – Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

4.01km

01:04

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in West Virginia

1. Long Point Trail — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

2. Seneca Rocks — Monongahela National Forest

3. Grandview Rim & Castle Rock Trail — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

4. High Knob Tower Trail — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

5. Murphy-Chambers Farm loop – Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

6. Elakala Falls and Balanced Rock out & back— Blackwater State Park

7. Hoye-Crest (Maryland High Point) out & back — Monongahela National Forest

8. Canyon Rim Boardwalk — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

9. Bear Rocks loop — Dolly Sods Wilderness

10. Kaymoor Miners Trail — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

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