A Guide to West Virginia Rail Trails

by Robin Broughton

A Guide to West Virginia Rail Trails was written by respected mountain biker Robin Broughton, who has been riding, racing, writing about--and loving--biking in the state for over 15 years. Her book is a great resource for anyone traveling the state's rail trails, whether on bike, foot, horseback of cross-county skis. This guide is perfect for casual bikers and walkers to conditioned cyclists and hikers.

All thirty-one of the state's rail trails are included, formt eh remote and 1.5-mile-long East Wetzel Rail trail in Hundred, to the crown jewels, the Greenbried River Rail Trail and the North Bend Rail Trail, both over 70 miles long. All parts of the state are covered, from the Lewis McManus Memorial Honor Trail in southern Raleigh County to the Wheeling Heritage Rail Trail.

Armed with this ook, anyone can enjoy West Virginia's rail trails. For each trail the book supplies directions, ratings of trail surface and scenery, and a detailed map. Also included is information on lodging, attractions and history. With A Guide to West Virginia Rail Trails, you can set off on your own adventure to explore and enjoy all the state has to offer.

186 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010