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Roadside Trail

The Roadside Trail in Coopers Rock State Forest, WV, is an easy 6.6 mile out-and-back hike that leads to 2 lookout points and starts at the first Day Use Parking Lot on Coopers Rock Rd.

Cooper Rock Overlook is at the end of this trail with amazing views of the Cheat River and the surrounding mountains of West Virginia.

This is one of the best hiking trails at Coopers Rock State Park, WV.
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Know Before You Go

  • Roadside Trail is a 6.6-mile out-and-back hike in Coopers Rock State Forest, WV.
  • The trail is considered easy and begins at the first Day Use Parking Lot on Coopers Rock Rd.
  • It leads to the Cooper Rock Overlook, offering scenic views of the Cheat River and mountains.
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Distance
6.6 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
3.3 hrs
Elev. Gain
782'
Rating
0.0
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January 12, 2016
Updated
June 10, 2018

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Total Change
198'
Ascent
782'
Descent
782'

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Trails near Bruceton Mills, WV
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
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Points of interest

  1. Parking

    39.656139, -79.786041
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  2. Main Trailhead

    39.65572, -79.78677
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Hazards

Lyme and Other Tickborne Diseases (CDC)

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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6.6 miles / 10.6 km
January 02, 2016
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