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West Fork River Trail - Everson Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Running trail in Fairmont, West Virginia · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from West Fork River Trail - Everson Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
What runners say about West Fork River Trail - Everson Trailhead
“Beautiful scenery on this part of the trail.”
Tree lined, paved trail along the river. We headed northeast and enjoyed an easy 9mile bike ride, about 4.5 miles in & back. Horses permitted on the trail. No restroom at this trailhead. Parking available at this trailhead.
Great trail for walking and riding bikes. Trail runs along river and through private properties. Great views, no public steam access.
Of all the rail trails in the area. This one is our favorite trail. The trail surface is good with a few minor blemishes.this trail lets you get out into nature. There's plenty of wildlife to be seen!
A good day to ride is a good paved trail, MCPARC was mowing along the trail. The rest room is at Worthington Park, as well as the playground.
Trail conditions & character
“A good day to ride is a good paved trail, MCPARC was mowing along the trail.”
Plan your run at West Fork River Trail - Everson Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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