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Buffalo Mountain ATV Trails
Friday, March 8, 2024
| Other Names | Hatfield McCoy Trails |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Of the ten Hatfield McCoy Trail Systems, this area offers the largest amount of challenging single track and ATV trails. There are about 95 miles of trails here to explore which wind in and out of the deep forest and you'll see signs to let you know it is legal to ride on.
The trails offer access nearby towns with gas, food and lodging. This is part of what is many consider to be the best trail system in America, and the area draws visitors from all over the country.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Hatfield-McCoy Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | Daily Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All riders, drivers and passengers must have a valid Hatfield McCoy Trails Permit affixed to the helmet. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (99 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Prohibited | camping not permitted on trail system or at staging areas |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours are from sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Armed OfficersJeep/SUV Patrol Trails patrolled by WV DNR Police Officers. |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 9,600 acres (15 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 95 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 950 to 1700 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | County Land |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Exxon (304) 475-2525 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Exxon (304) 475-2525 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (E) | Riverside Point Cabins and RV Park (304) 426-5707 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (E) | Riverside Point Cabins and RV Park (304) 426-5707 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (E) | Riverside Point Cabins and RV Park (304) 426-5707 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (E) | Riverside Point Cabins and RV Park (304) 426-5707 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Exxon (304) 475-2525 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($26.50 per rider) Non-Residents - $50/rider. If purchased online add $4/shipping and handling. |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Permits are valid through December 31 of the year purchased. All riders, drivers and passengers must have a valid Hatfield McCoy Trails Permit affixed to the helmet. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Excellent |
| Recommended Stay | Multi Week |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Delbarton, WV | ||
| Address | 34 Oakwood Heights Road, Williamson, WV 25661-9612 | ||
| From: Logan, WV
1) Take Old US-119 West about 16 miles 2) Turn left (south) on SR-65, continue 7.7 miles 3) Turn right (west) on US-52, continue about 1.7 miles toward the staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Hatfield Mccoy Trails Welcome Center P.O. Box 146 Man, WV 25635 (800) 592-2217 info@trailsheaven.com trailsheaven.com |
| Comment | Mailing Address |
| Contact Info | Hatfield Mccoy Trails Welcome Center 179 Rita Mall Road Man, WV 25635 |
| Comment | Physical Address |
Buffalo Mountain Trail Photo
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