Greenbrier River Trail
A crown jewel of West Virginia rail-trails, the Greenbrier River Trail offers 78 miles of calm, scenic riding and walking from Caldwell to Cass through river valleys and small towns.
At a Glance
Greenbrier River Trail offers 78 miles of calm, scenic rail-trail from Caldwell to Cass along West Virginia’s longest free-flowing river, making it one of the state’s crown jewel recreation destinations. Fourteen trailheads and dozens of campsites make it easy to plan family-friendly day rides or multi-day bikepacking adventures through pastoral farmland and remote river valleys. With minimal grade, abundant wildlife, and connections to charming small towns like Marlinton, the trail welcomes hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders year-round in the Monongahela National Forest region.
Activities
- Hiking
- Biking
- Horseback Riding
- Fishing
- ADA
- Camping
- Boating
- Cross Country Skiing
- Swimming
- E-Bike
- Picnic
Features
- Interpretive Signage
- River
- Bridges
Difficulty
Season
All Year
Area Trails
Greenbrier River Rail Trail
Recreation Sites
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Safety
The GRT is a multi-use trail; remember to yield appropriately and always follow Leave No Trace principles.
While Class 1 and Class 2 E-Bikes are permitted on the GRT, use is prohibited on connecting Monongahela National Forest trails. Please see USFS for more information and e-bike policies.
Directions
The northern trailhead is located directly adjacent to Cass Scenic Railroad State Park (Deer Creek Rd, off WV 66).
The southern trailhead is at North Caldwell (Stonehouse Road near I-64).
Additional trailheads are located in Downtown Marlinton, Buckeye, Renick, Harper Road, Camp Allegheny Road, and Anthony.
Nearby Towns
Downtown
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