Hatfield-McCoy Devil Anse Trail System
Coal country's premier technical challenge
The Devil Anse trail system cuts through the heart of Hatfield-McCoy country, where family feuds once ruled these rugged ridges and coal still drives the economy. Named after Devil Anse Hatfield himself, this network delivers 100+ miles of purpose-built ORV trails through strip-mined moonscape, deep hollers, and steep climbs that’ll test suspension travel. The signature obstacle is Rockhouse Creek crossing, where drivers navigate house-sized boulders and flowing water beneath towering sandstone cliffs.
Expert-level technical riding requires proper ORV permits and full roll protection — this isn’t weekend warrior territory. Spring and fall offer ideal conditions, though summer heat in the exposed strip mine areas can be brutal. Base camp at the Gilbert trailhead for fuel, food, and trail passes. The reward is authentic coal country culture, challenging terrain that builds skills, and some of the most diverse ORV riding on the East Coast.
Trail Specs
| Difficulty | Difficult |
|---|---|
| Trail Type | Technical 4x4 |
| Surface | Rock |
| Features | Historic, Technical, Water Crossings |
| Length (miles) | 112 mi / 180.2 km |
| Duration | 2-3 days |
| Max elevation (ft) | 2800 ft |
| Best season | April-November |
| Minimum vehicle | Modified 4WD with protection |
| Nearest town | Gilbert, West Virginia |
| Land manager | Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Water crossings | Yes |
| Dispersed camping | No |
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