Old Ferry Road Trail
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Nicholas County, WV
Out-and-back trail in Gauley River National Recreation Area, Nicholas County, WV. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 486 ft (148 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr
- High point
- 1,696 ft (517 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Picnic Overlook 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Old Ferry Road Trail
How long is Old Ferry Road Trail?
Old Ferry Road Trail is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr. It climbs 486 ft (148 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,696 ft (517 m).
How hard is Old Ferry Road Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Old Ferry Road Trail?
3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Old Ferry Road Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Old Ferry Road Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
What can you do on Old Ferry Road Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Old Ferry Road Trail?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Old Ferry Road Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Old Ferry Road Trail
- Patterson Trail Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Patterson Trail Access Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Access Trail - to Pillow Rock Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Pierson Hollow Trail Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Meadow River Gorge Trail Gauley River National Recreation Area · Moderate · 4.9 mi (7.8 km)
- Summersville Lake Dam Project Access Summersville Lake Recreation Area · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- Meadow River Rail Trail Greenbrier County · Hard · 22.5 mi (36.3 km)
- Meadow River Rail Trail Greenbrier County · Hard · 22.4 mi (36 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap