Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park Trails
With just under three miles of hiking trails, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is a great destination for beginner hikers. You will be hiking in history as parts of the trails and roads were once used by prominent leaders of the Civil War.
Easy To Moderate
Pierson Hollow Trail – 0.6 Miles
This trail branches off the Patterson Trail across the road from the Patterson House Museum. The trail passes through a stand of mature trees before ending.
Patterson Trail – 2 Miles
This trail forms a loop around the park and can be accessed from several locations. Highlights include three overlooks of the Gauley River.
Moderate
Old Ferry Road – 0.3 Miles
A short section of Old Ferry Road is on state property. The road was used by Confederate Gen. Floyd during his retreat off the mountain to Carnifex Ferry.
Other ways to navigate our trails*
Additional information may be available in the West Virginia Trail Inventory
*Trail data may vary between services.
