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Hiking in Weiss Knob, West Virginia: trails, map and practical info

• West Virginia

3.6 Appreciated by 16 hikers
François Dumaine
By François DumaineContributor since 2015Updated 17/06/2026
Difficulty
Hard
Elevation
1,353 m
Max altitude
192 m
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

Ready to explore Weiss Knob, West Virginia? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

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Recommended gear for this trail

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Trail Ergo Cork
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Actik Core 625
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4.6 (1893 reviews)
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103.95 $
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Wide Mouth 1L
Nalgene
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Daylite Plus 20L
Osprey
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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Not available
GPS coordinates
38.993973, -79.429992
Phone
Not available

When?

Opening hours
No information
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
What to bring?
Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
38.993973, -79.429992
Center
Not available

Hikers' opinions

3.6
8 Reviews
AS
Amy Sheetz
Aug 2, 2015
I love this place
WP
William Patten
Jun 20, 2015
I had a great time.
CD
Charles Dodson
May 2, 2015
My favorite place.
WG
Windy Gadson
Apr 14, 2015
Amazing
LR
Lizzie Ranallo
Jan 23, 2015
Gorgeous! :)

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
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1353.00 M
192.00 M
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Update : July 2026