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!
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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.
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Click here for HMT's full list of Trail Rules & Regulations.
TRAIL EVENTS
dirt days (williamson, wv)
July 22-25, 2021
Annual Trail Riding Festival held in downtown Williamson, West Virginia showcasing the Hatfield McCoy Trails and more!
https://www.facebook.com/dirtdayswv
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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.
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https://www.nationaltrailfest.com
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NEARBY THINGS TO DO
Tug Valley Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
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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
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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
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Tours offered Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 6pm or by appointment.
Phone: (304) 235-9090
Cell: (304) 928-7702
tug fork of the big sandy river
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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.
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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
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.
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