Ridge Top Trail
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Fayette County, WV
Out-and-back trail in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Fayette County, WV. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 581 ft (177 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 2,644 ft (806 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Ridge Top Trail
How long is Ridge Top Trail?
Ridge Top Trail is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 581 ft (177 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,644 ft (806 m).
How hard is Ridge Top Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Ridge Top Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Ridge Top Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Cross-country skiing.
Is this a good week for Ridge Top 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.
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- Short Cut Trail New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Rocky Trail New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Narrow Gauge Trail New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · Moderate · 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Mountain Heath Trail New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Old Pond Trail New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
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