The Elk River Trail Foundation is a group of citizens and businesspeople dedicated to enhancing the Elk River Trail System. The Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the Elk River Trail, a major rail trail being built by the State of West Virginia along the Elk River and Buffalo Creek. Mission Statement: To preserve, protect, and […]
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The Queen Shoals public access point is nearly 4 miles northeast of Clendenin on State Route 4 near the Queen Road bridge that crosses the Elk River. The access point includes a concrete ramp and steps for transporting small boats including canoes and kayaks. The bank along the Elk River is level and includes a […]
The King Shoals public river access point is located 9.5 miles east of Clendenin on State Route 4 near the Kanawha-Clay county line. The access point includes a concrete ramp ideal for transporting small boats including canoes and kayaks, with concrete steps along the ramp and a pad at the bottom of the ramp for […]
The Duck public river access point is located in the town of Duck a quarter mile south of the Clay-Braxton county line. The access point includes a concrete ramp ideal for transporting small boats including canoes and kayaks, with concrete steps along the ramp and a pad at the bottom of the ramp for boat […]
This is how one feels after a long, hard day of volunteering. If you would like to help the Foundation achieve its mission of preserving, protecting, and enhancing the Elk River rail and water trails, send us an email at elkrivertrail@gmail.com and let us know how you’d like to help.
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The Elk River Rail Trail Marathon, West Virginia’s newest Marathon, concluded Sunday as the final event of the 50th Annual Clay County Golden Delicious Apple Festival. Over 250 runners registered from over 20 states, more than doubling last year’s participants. Most that registered were present at the starting gate, along with supporters and well-wishers, despite […]
Elk River Rail Trail Marathon/Half Marathon/5K Sun September 17, 2023 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2nd Annual Elk River Rail Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K which is taking place on September 17, 2023! Be sure to mark your calendar as this is a race you will not want to miss. Early bird pricing lasts through […]
The mayors of four towns along the Elk River Trail gathered on Wednesday at the Dundon trailhead near the town of Clay to sign a proclamation dedicating their communities to fitness and providing access to outdoor areas to exercise. Clendenin Mayor Kay Summers, Clay Mayor Josh Shamblin, Gassaway Mayor Richie Roach and Sutton Mayor J.D. […]
