Hardy County
Mountain Biking and Cycling World class cyclists have discovered that Hardy County is a perfect place to explore farmland valleys, mountaintop can choose frommultiple ride options or customized tours. Raw Talent Ranch also hosts team training camps and family
meadows, woodland trails, and rolling country roads. Unforgettable rides with Raw Talent Ranch connect cyclists with this stunning scenery. Riders are housed at Lost River Barn , a renovated barn with modern amenities, that serves as a base for cyclists. Guests
getaways. @RawTalentRanch Lost River Trails Coalition is working with Lost River State Park to repair and expand trails in the Park and nearby George Washington National Forest. To get involved, join their Facebook group at facebook. com/groups/723212881886291
Lost River State Park
campfire ring, picnic table, and latrines are on site. No potable water is available there, but you can still stay connected: As a result of broadband service expansion throughoutWest Virginia, the state park nowhas greaterWi-Fi connectivity— the office and the Legacy andClassic cabins have internet service. To learnmore and reserve a cabin, visit wvstateparks.com and search “Lost River.”
In addition, you can hike to the primitive Lost River Fire Tower Cabin now available for an overnight stay. There are also a limited number of rustic campsites for hikers and horseback riders. Looking for something really primitive? Two of the campsites are accessible by hiking 1.5 miles on White Oak Trail to the top of Big Ridge Mountain. A public shelter,
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937, Lost River State Park is located in the woodedmountains of Hardy County in the state’s Potomac Highlands. The park's quiet 3,900 acres of woods is located near the 1756 French and IndianWar Battle of Lost River. Providing a secluded getaway for nature lovers, there are 26 fully furnished and updated cabins for overnight guests. Enjoy soul- imprinting hikes, take a dip in the renovated pool, or recreational amenities like mountain biking, geocaching, and tennis. Experience scenic overlooks with panoramic views on horseback with experienced guides from Hidden Trails Stables (open seasonally hiddentrailsstableswv.com ). Private riding is available year ’round after registering at the park office. Lost River is known for its Cranny Crow Overlook on top of Big Ridge Mountain, which offers a commanding view of five counties. The park is also home to the restored Lee Cabin , the home of Henry “Lighthorse Harry” Lee, a Revolutionary War general and father of Civil War General Robert E. Lee. The restored cabin is across the creek from Lee Sulphur Spring , known for its sulfuric smell and rumored healing properties.
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