The businesses listed on our website are for informational purposes and are not affiliated with the resort.
HATFIELD-MCCOY TRAIL SYSTEM
DEVIL'S BACKBONE ADVENTURE RESORT is located in the middle of the Devil Anse Trail System with convenient ride-in, ride-out access. A full day's adventure - or more - can be found in either direction. Our property accesses Buffalo Mountain Trail System near Williamson to the east and Rockhouse Trail System near Gilbert to the west.
We are an authorized trail permit dealer! Check in, grab a pass, and hit the trails!
Answers to frequently asked questions about the trail system:
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All riders must have a trail permit. You may carry it with you if you don't always wear the same helmet. You may purchase permits at the resort.
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$26.50 for WV residents and out-of-state veterans
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$50 for non-residents
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Permits are good for the calendar year in which it was purchased.
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Minimum age is 6 years old. No booster seats or car seats allowed.
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All riders must have a DOT, Snell, or other approved helmet.
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Trails are only open during daylight hours.
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Driving on pavement is permitted with a permit.
Click here for HMT's full list of Trail Rules & Regulations.
TRAIL EVENTS
HATFIELD mCCOY HERITAGE DAYS & MOONSHINE FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER 16-19, 2021
Come experience Hatfield McCoy Heritage Days & Moonshine Festival 2021 with us this fall, September 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, 2021. Hatfield McCoy Heritage Days Homecoming is a celebration of the peace made between the Hatfields and McCoys, and serves as an event memorializing the events of the feud, as well as the steps the families took to officially bring the feud to an end. This event is open to the public, with visitors encouraged to discuss with the descendants of these famous feuding families anything they wish to learn about Hatfield & McCoy feud lore.
TRAIL FEST (GILBERT, wv)
OCTOBER 7-11, 2021
For nearly 20 years, National TrailFest has been a premier off-road event for Side by Side, ATV, and dirt bike enthusiasts. Held in the beautiful small town of Gilbert, WV each October, TrailFest combines a jam packed schedule of activities with direct trail access to some of the best trails in the world, on the world famous Hatfield-McCoy Trails. Each year thousands of people pack the town of Gilbert and take part in the fun.
https://www.nationaltrailfest.com
dirt days (williamson, wv)
APRIL 28-MAY 1, 2022
Annual Trail Riding Festival held in downtown Williamson, West Virginia showcasing the Hatfield McCoy Trails and more!
https://www.facebook.com/dirtdayswv
NEARBY THINGS TO DO
Tug Valley Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
For more information on things to do, places to eat, hiking, fishing, events, suggested itineraries, and historical spots both on and off the trails.
matewan, wv
Only 5.5 miles from Devil's Backbone Adventure Resort by road or ride the trails over and connect to the Buffalo Mountain Trail System! Matewan offers shopping, geochaching, bike riding, kayaking, dining at Wingo's Grill or Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant, and historical sites such as the Depot Museum and Mine Wars Museum.
hatfield & mccoy airboat tours
Tours offered Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 6pm or by appointment.
info@hatfieldmccoyairboattours.com
Phone: (304) 235-9090
Cell: (304) 928-7702
tug fork of the big sandy river
Catch a smallmouth bass, muskie, or flathead catfish while exploring the border between West Virginia and Kentucky.
Appalachian lost and found antique and artisan shop
Past Appalachian culture rediscovered through metal detecting, photography, and descriptions.
Keesee Bldg, Matewan, WV
(304) 928-9778
Hours: Monday-Saturday 12-8, Sunday 1-8
matewan depot replica museum & welcome center
100 Bridge Street, Matewan, WV
http://visithistoricmatewan.com/index.php/2016/04/08/the-matewan-depot/
Matewan Depot Replica Museum & Welcome Center Facebook page
hatfield & mccoy moonshine distillery tours & gift shop
297 James Ave, Gilbert
West Virginia 25621
(304) 664-2821
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am - 6pm
drinkofthedevilmoonshine.com
ellison hatfield cemetery
Ellison Hatfield (Devil Anse's younger brother) and his parents are buried here. Next door to the birthplace of Devil Anse Hatfield.
hatfield family cemetery
Resting place of Devil Anse Hatfield, Jonse Hatfield, and several other Hatfields, in the Sarah Ann Hatfield Cemetery.
http://www.mywvhome.com/1900s/hatfield.html
laurel lake (near dingess, wv)
29-acre impoundment with gravel boat ramp, bathrooms, picnic tables, and trail surrounding the lake with fishing access.
Location on Google Maps (approximately 45 minutes by car)
r.d. bailey lake (near gilbert, wv)
630-acre lake with boating, fishing, trails, and visitor's center.
https://www.wvdnr.gov/fishing/public_access.asp?county=Wyoming&type=Lakes&point=I82
R.D. Bailey Lake, US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook page
Location on Google Maps (approximately 45 minutes by car)
coal house (williamson, wv)
This historic Coal House was built in 1933 from 65 tons of bituminous coal.
Hours:
73 E 2nd Ave, Williamson, WV 25661
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10am-2pm, Saturday 9am-1pm
hatfield mccoy bowling center (williamson, wv)
11 miles from resort, between Williamson and Delbarton
111 Ten Pin Alley, Williamson, WV
(304) 235-5570
pike county, ky
Pike County is just across the river from Mingo County, WV where many infamous disputes occurred between the Hatfield and McCoy families. You can get more information on a self-guided driving tour by contacting the Pike County Visitors Center or download the tour below.
NEARBY RESTAURANTS
TIPPLE TAVERN
Restaurant & bar on-site at the Devil's Backbone Adventure Resort pool! Delicious appetizers, burgers, salads, and kid's menu! Due to limited parking and the safety of our guests, we only cater to resort guests and trail riders.
GIOVANNI'S PIZZA
(also closest gas station)
DELIVER TO RESORT
Restaurant &
gas station with convenience store
2.5 miles from resort
WV-65, North Matewan
(304) 426-8196
MR. T'S PIZZA & MORE
DELIVER TO RESORT
Hatfield Bottom near Dollar General,
Matewan, WV
304-426-2017
MI PUEBLITO
253 Mate Street, Matewan, WV
(304) 426-4300
STARTER'S SPORTS BAR
116 E 2nd Ave, Williamson, WV
(304) 235-8600
SNACK SHACK
6.1 miles from resort
11327 State Hwy 1056, McCarr, KY
(606) 427-0048
THE GRAVY BOWL
8 miles from resort
36 R A W Hwy, Delbarton, WV
(304) 426-9030
KEITH'S BAR & GRILLE
Popular stop on the Rockhouse Trail System
31 miles from resort (by road)
20 Mingo Hwy, Man, WV
(304) 583-2758
NEARBY STORES
QUALITY FOODS
11341 State Hwy 1056, McCarr, KY
FAMILY DOLLAR
State Route 1056, McCarr, KY
WALMART
18 miles from resort
28402 US-119, South Williamson, KY
THE FISH TRAP
Fishing gear rentals, live bait including Golden Shiners, Fathead Minnows, Crawdads, and worms. Also, tackle including hooks, sinkers, line, etc. Drinks, snacks, ice, firewood, and anything else you may need for a fishing trip.
Matewan, WV
(304) 426-4489
DOLLAR GENERAL
1136 WV-49, Matewan, WV
PARTS & SERVICE CENTERS
MOUNTAIN TOP ADVENTURES
Rentals, tours, garage.
Fully stocked service garage open daily.
Axles, CVT Belts, Bearings, Brakes, Air Filters, Tie Rod Ends, Garage Product Bushings, Ball Joints, U-Joints, Trailing Arms, Maxxis,
BfGoodrich, & Sedona Tires, Tire Repair, edona Wheels, Rhino LED Whip Lights, & Various RZR Parts.
Gilbert, WV (19 miles from resort)
(304) 664-8864
http://www.twinhollowcampground.com/TH_MountaintopAdventures.html
KEEFER'S OF LOGAN
"We offer a vast selection of new Suzuki, Polaris, and Kawasaki, along with a selection of great pre-owned vehicles. Our Parts Department will help you find that hard-to-find part to customize your vehicle."
Logan, WV (26.6 miles from resort)
(304) 752-2245
FATBOYZ MOTORSPORTS & AUTO CARE
Automotive, side by side, ATV, & dirt bike repair and service, authorized SuperATV dealer
Matewan, WV (5 miles from resort)
(304) 426-2180
(304) 785-0772
(304) 785-0208
https://www.facebook.com/Fatboyzmotorsport/
HATFIELD MCCOY POWERSPORTS
Polaris, Kawasaki, and Honda dealer
Belfry, KY (17 miles from resort)
(606) 237-7311
OUTLAW CYCLE & ATV
Service & Parts
44 Hardy Lane
Hardy, KY (14 miles from resort)
(606) 353-7661
LOGAN MOTORCYCLE SALES
Honda & Yamaha dealer
Wilkinson, WV (25 miles from resort)
(888) 724-9961
EXTREME POWERSPORTS
Polaris, Kawasaki, and Honda dealer
We will help you maintain your ATV, side by side, street bike, dirt bikes or scooter so that it runs for years. If it is having problems, we can diagnose and repair it! Our parts department also has the largest selection of high quality Arctic Cat, Kawasaki, Polaris and Slingshot parts and accessories in the area. Fill out a parts request form to see if we have the part in stock. If we don't, we'd be more than happy to order the item for you!
Pikeville, KY (53 miles from resort)
(606) 432-4949
MCCOY MOTOR SPORTS
CFMOTO, Can-Am, EZ-GO, and SSR dealer
"McCoy Motorsports, based in Eastern Kentucky, is a family owned and operated performance shop specializing in Can-Am, CF-Moto, EZ-GO, SSR Motorsports, Hammerhead Offroad and much more! Come by and see us or order from online web-store. We have you covered for all your UTV, SXS, ATV, Dirtbike, Golf-Cart Sales as well as aftermarket parts and accessories."
Pikeville, KY (53 miles from resort)
(606) 432-1556
APPALACHIAN OFFROAD MC
"The Appalachian Offroad Motorcycle Company is America's premier sport motorcycle dealer. Proudly located in West Virginia, the heart of Appalachia. If you are an offroad, dual sport or adventure rider, welcome friend! You belong with us!"
Charleston, WV (88 miles from resort)
(304) 932-0437
TRAIL RECOVERY SERVICES
MATT DIXON
(304) 784-1515
LARRY'S TOWING & RECOVERY
Also do minor repairs
(304) 426-5701
(304) 928-5917
DADOO TRUCKING, INC.
Matewan, WV
(304) 426-6349
DUBA WRECKER & SERVICES CENTER
Williamson, WV
(304) 235-6781
DIRTY HOOKER
Hatfield's Off Road Recovery & Towing
24/7 towing, deliver parts, minor repairs, welding, flat tire, gas delivery, etc.
Serving Man, Gilbert, and Matewan
(859) 469-2542
585 River Road, McCarr, KY 41544
TOURS & RENTALS
HATFIELD MCCOY ATV ADVENTURES
ATV Rentals
Deliver to resort
(304) 688-4648