Seneca Rocks (WV)
West Virginia's most famous landmarks.
The trail starts off from the parking lot opposite of the Sites Homestead. You will see a sign marking the beginning of the trail, mentioning that it is 1.5 miles to the top along with 1000 feet of elevation gain. You will quickly come to a bridge across the North Fork River. The trail continues on the opposite side. There are interpretive signs along the trail that will give you a lot of information about the trees and geology of the area. You will slowly rise through the forests to meet a row of stairs which starts a steeper, uphill climb. You will have several switchbacks along the trail, but they help take the pain away you would feel for a steeper hike. Once you reach the top, there is an observation platform that allows for some gorgeous views to the west.
Trailhead GPS Coordinates: 38.835701, -79.372557
Route Type: Out-and-back Difficulty: MODERATE (Petzoldt Rating: 4.70 )
Hike Length: 3.0 miles Hike Duration: 1:20
Trailhead Temp: 80'F Trail Traffic: 100+ people
Min. Elevation: 1,550' Max. Elevation: 2,400'
Total Vertical Gain: 850' Avg. Elevation Gain / Mile:567'
Trails Used (blaze color): Seneca Rocks Trail (unblazed)
