Saturday, February 20 & Saturday, March 20, 2021 - enjoy sugar camp tours, restaurant specials & lodging discounts!
With nearly 350 thousand acres of state or federal land, Pocahontas County boasts hundreds of miles of legendary trails. Whether you're a regular seeking to go full throttle, or just getting used to the sport - Nature's Mountain Playground has a trail for everyone. Try the beginner trails that circle the world's largest steerable radio telescope at Green Bank Observatory, or cruise the Greenbrier River Trail State Park. If you're seeking to get the adrenaline pumping, head to Snowshoe Mountain Bike Park, or the Snowshoe Mountain Gravity Park for some real challenges.
And, don't miss out on the ultimate epic trail - "Gauley Mountain Trail," an IMBA designated Epic Trail" in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest. For more information, click here.
Home to the National Radio Quiet Zone and the Monongahela National Forest, mountain biking in Pocahontas County features rugged, off-the-beaten path terrain. But don't worry, from mountain biking friendly lodging, to mouthwatering food and drink options and helpful outfitters, we have everything you need to feel right at home here in the mountains of West Virginia.
For a complete trail map, and a map of the region - click here
If you'd like to purchase the IMBA Snowshoe Highlands Ride Center mountain bike map, click here
For a trail map detailing all of Green Bank Observatory's mountain biking trails, please click here.
Bike Shops & Services:
Jack Horner's Corner: Bike Rentals & Outfitters - Seebert
Appalachian Sport: Bike Rentals & Outfitters - Marlinton
Dirtbean Café & Bike Shop: Bike Repair & Rentals - Marlinton
Elk River Touring Center: Bike Rentals - Slatyfork/Snowshoe
Snowshoe Mountain Adventure Center: Bike & Gear Rentals & Repair - Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Bike Friendly Lodging:
These establishments exclusively provide guests with a bike wash, secure bike storage and bike information services:
Corduroy Inn at Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Mountaintop Condos at Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Elk River Inn & Restaurant (cabins also) - Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Morning Glory Inn - Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Jerico Bed & Breakfast & Pre-Civil War Cabins
For all other lodging establishments, click here.
Or call the Pocahontas County CVB at 800-336-7009.
Camping:
For information on camping during your mountain biking trip, please call the Pocahontas County CVB at 800-336-7009, or visit NaturesMountainPlayground.com/Camping
Shopping Opportunities:
Click here to view local artisan shops, retailers and other shopping opportunities.
Restaurants & Grocers:
Organic Grocers:
IGA - Marlinton (Grocery)
Little Levels Depot - Hillsboro (Organic Produce & Meats, Coffee)
Farmer's Markets - Locations at Snowshoe, Marlinton, Green Bank (Click here to view event calendar for dates)
Grocers:
Dollar Store - Locations in both Marlinton & Green Bank
Rite Aid - Marlinton
Wildcat Provisions - Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Restaurants:
Station 2 - Durbin
Last Run Restaurant - Cass
Starlight Café - Green Bank Observatory
Route 66 Sub & Sandwich Shop - Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Subway - Locations in Marlinton & Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Dairy Queen - Marlinton
Godfather's Pizza - Marlinton
Dorie's - Marlinton
Greenbrier Grille - Marlinton
Locust Hill Inn & Restaurant - Marlinton
Alfredo's - Marlinton
Rayetta's Lunchbox - Marlinton
Jack Horner's Corner - Seebert
Organic Dining:
Pretty Penny Café - Hillsboro
Dirtbean Café & Bike Shop - Marlinton
Elk River Inn & Restaurant - Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
The Fiddlehead Restaurant - Slatyfork/Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Dining:
Coffee & Cafés:
Starbucks - Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Dirtbean Café - Marlinton
Pocahontas County CVB301 8th StreetMarlintonWest Virginia24954
800-336-7009
info@naturesmtnplayground.com