Allegheny Trail
West Virginia’s longest hiking trail features dozens of trailheads in the Monongahela National Forest, offering a unique challenge and regional perspective on Appalachia’s diverse high-elevation landscapes.
At a Glance
Allegheny Trail is a 311-mile long-distance footpath crossing West Virginia from the Mason-Dixon Line to the Appalachian Trail at Peters Mountain, maintained by volunteers of the WV Scenic Trails Association. The trail traverses state parks, Monongahela National Forest ridges, and high-elevation red spruce highlands, offering backpackers solitude and diverse ecosystems across four distinct sections. With trailheads near Durbin, Marlinton, Davis, and White Sulphur Springs, the trail provides access to some of Appalachia’s most remote mountain landscapes.
Activities
- Hiking
- Camping
Features
- River
- Mountain Views
- Forest
- Wetlands
Difficulty
Season
All Year
Area Trails
Allegheny Trail
Recreation Sites
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Safety
Much of the ALT runs through rugged and remote backcountry, and cell service may be unavailable. For your safety, please Register your hike and always follow Leave No Trace principles.
Directions
The Allegheny Trail has dozens of trailheads along its route, including at Blackwater Falls, along US-33 outside Elkins, Durbin, Gaudineer Knob, Cass Scenic Railroad, Marlinton, Lake Sherwood, and more. For additional trailhead information, visit the Allegheny Trail Website.
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