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Barnette Conservation Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 56 Google reviews · Running trail in St Albans, West Virginia · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Barnette Conservation Preserve yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature preserve with hiking trails and picnic tables.
What runners say about Barnette Conservation Preserve
This place is awesome for nature lovers! If you're looking for a quiet escape in Saint Albans, Barnette Conservation Reserve is perfect. There are trails to walk through the woods, and you might even see some cool animals like deer or birds.
Nice little stop while back in town seeing some family. We actually hiked up the trail, which is super neat. Seeing all these really old trees is amazing to me. I absolutely love strawberry rd. Grew up right down the road from here. I miss my home!!
Plan your run at Barnette Conservation Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitecoalrivergroup.com
- Phone+1 304-727-3112
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