Name: Hawks Nest Rail Trail
Rating: 4.0

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Parking is available at both ends and a seasonal visitor center is located at the bottom with bathrooms only open with seasonal use.

Description

Starting in the little town of Ansted this rail trail crosses Mill Creek on a trestle then runs along the creek down to the New River. Along the way you'll pass old coal mine sites and a beautiful waterfall on Mill Creek. Steeper than many regional rail trails, this one may be a little tough on beginners on the climb back up to Ansted.