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Devils
Fork Trail System
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George
Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: Devils Fork Loop
Trail 7.24 miles
Straight Fork Ridge 1.8 miles
Rating: Strenuous
The Devils Fork Loop Trail is located primarily on an old road that was
used long ago for logging and coal. Once you start up the trail from an
old cultivated area call "Y" Bottom you will cross the stream 10
times, and will pass a rusting coal car along the way. You will pass many
scenic areas, so stop and enjoy each one. The Devils Bathtub is an
excellent area where the hiker will see the stream racing down a rock
chute, swirl through the tub and race downstream. |
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| Continuing up the trail along the Devils Fork Loop Trail, you will come
to a 50 foot waterfall at the mouth of Corder Hollow. You will also pass
through many hollows and loop on to the Straight Fork Ridge, with its
scenic vistas of surrounding mountains. |
Both Trails would make an excellent day hike or overnight camping trip.
There are no facilities at the trailhead so make sure to bring your own
water, etc.
Trail Beginning: Trailhead off State Route 619
Trail Ending: Devils Fork Loop Trail ends back at the parking lot.
Straight Fork Ridge ends on Forest Service road 237 on top of Little
Mountain.
Directions:
From Fort Blackmore off of State Route 72, take State Route 691. Follow
619 to the left at the intersection of 619 and State Route 657. Take
Forest Service road 2631 to the left and bear up the hill to the parking
area.
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