January 26, 2008
Review: The area around Gauley Mtn is awesome. Sooo many trails. Best bet is to stop at Elk River Touring Center off 219 in Slatyfork, 1/4 mi. south of Beckwith Lumber, and purchase the rugged trail map they have there for about $9.00. Has all the trails listed and even some great suggested rides.
Similar Trail: Bear Pen, Red Run, Tea Creek Mtn., Tea Creek, Boundary, Turkey Point, Bannock Shoals, Gauley Mtn., and can't forget Props Run. You can spend a few days in this area. Then drive just a few miles to the Cranberry area and hit Pocahontas, Kennison Mtn., So