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Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
06:40
79.6km
200m
Gravel riding
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 30, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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241 m
Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
4.25 km
Treed Section of the C&O Canal Towpath
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
17.6 km
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Lake
18.4 km
Oldtown Toll Bridge, crosses the Potomac into WV
Highlight • Bridge
22.6 km
Pigman's Ferry Primitive Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
26.3 km
Masonry Overfall
Ruins
32.7 km
Iron Mountain - Primitive Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
40.2 km
Evitt's Creek Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
79.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
76.3 km
1.19 km
875 m
685 m
432 m
148 m
Surfaces
75.6 km
2.55 km
1.12 km
399 m
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Description
If you're looking for the ultimate gravel biking challenge in Morgan County, the Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw is it. This difficult 49.4-mile (79.6 km) route packs in 670 feet (204 metres) of climbing over roughly 6 hours and 40 minutes, making it a serious test for experienced riders seeking a traffic-free adventure.
What to expect on Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
Expect a diverse journey through Appalachian foothills, winding past extensive forests and scenic country roads. The terrain is a mix of unpaved surfaces, from well-packed gravel to primitive roads with loose gravel and embedded rocks. You'll encounter significant climbing, with some grades hitting 10-20%, so be prepared for a real workout. This route is best suited for experienced gravel bikers with robust tires and a good fitness level, ready to tackle varied and sometimes rough surfaces, including sections of broken-down pavement and washed-out ruts.
Planning your visit
Start your adventure from the Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center, where you can park. Be sure your bike is equipped with tires of at least 45mm and lower gearing to handle the steep climbs and varied terrain. While on the route, you'll pass Evitt's Creek Campsite, which offers amenities like restrooms and a hand pump for dispersed camping. Consider bringing bike lights for the historic Paw Paw Tunnel, a dark and uneven section where you might need to walk your bike.
Trail details
- Distance: 49.4 miles (79.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 670 feet (204 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 6 hours and 40 minutes
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