Wolf Creek Trailhead/Kaymoor Trail Access
Nestled at a hairpin curve along scenic Fayette Station Road, the Wolf Creek Trailhead is your backstage pass to one of New River Gorge's most compelling hikes.
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Wolf Creek Trailhead/Kaymoor Trail Access Details
Nestled at a hairpin curve along scenic Fayette Station Road, the Wolf Creek Trailhead is your backstage pass to one of New River Gorge's most compelling hikes. From here, the Kaymoor Trail beckons-an 8.6-mile trek blending Appalachian wilderness with echoes of coal country's storied past. Just steps from your car, you'll stumble upon Wolf Creek Falls, a peaceful cascade where cool water tumbles over rocks, setting a serene tone before you dive deeper into history. As you follow the Kaymoor Trail, you'll trace the footsteps of miners along an old railbed leading to the fascinating ruins of the Kaymoor mine complex. Here, interpretive signs breathe life into the long-abandoned coke ovens and coal processing structures. For those brave enough, the famed 821 steps descend into the heart of the gorge, delivering you to river level where the remains of this once-bustling mining town sit quietly beneath towering cliffs. Whether you're drawn by the lush Appalachian forest or the humbling history of West Virginia's coal boom, the Wolf Creek Trailhead is where natural beauty and industrial heritage collide-one step (or 821 steps!) at a time.
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Region
Fayette Station Road Tour
Nearby Parks Around Wolf Creek Trailhead/Kaymoor Trail Access
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Wolf Creek Trailhead/Kaymoor Trail Access
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0.1 mi away
Fayetteville Trail
The Fayetteville Trail is a 3.96-mile (6.37 km) trail offers an exciting journey through diverse landscapes and historical sites.
0.4 mi away
New River Gorge Bridge (Passing Under)
While most visitors snap their photos from above, passing under the New River Gorge Bridge gives you a thrilling, humbling look at this steel titan from below.
0.4 mi away
Fayette Station Bridge
The Fayette Station Bridge-also known as the Tunney Hunsaker Bridge-is a historic gem along the Fayette Station Road Tour.
0.4 mi away
Fayetteville Area Trails
The Fayetteville area of New River Gorge and Preserve offers a well-maintained network of trails suited for both hikers and mountain bikers.
0.5 mi away
Ajax Mine Spring
Tucked deep along the hairpin bends of Fayette Station Road lies Ajax Mine Spring-a hidden gem with a twist of caution.
