Parsons-Montrose Loop

One of my favorite scenic rides in WV.  I usually start from Horseshoe Campground making it a 47 mile ride. Three good climbs.  No food or water sources once you leave Parsons though.  I have stopped at the medical clinic in St. George for water.  Not open on Sundays.

Start at the Alleghany Highlands Trail Parking behind to old railroad station near McDonalds.

• 0.0 Follow Alleghany Highlands Trail SW to Elkins. Check out the historical markers along the trail.<br />
• 2.6 Make a 180 degree turn onto Rt. 39 at the Porterwood Keosk.  The trail comes out paralell to Rt. 39.
• 5.2 Straight at this intersection to begin following Co. 47, Pheasant Run Road.
• 10.5 Straight across Rt. 219 to pick up Co.3.
• 12.1 Right on Co 3.
• 12.9 Straight picking up Co. 1. Gilman Rd.
• 15.6 Continue Straight at this intersection.
• 18.1 Begin climb.
• 18.7 Top of climb.  Sharp turn on descent.
• 20.8 Right on Clover Run Road
• 25.6 Right on St. 38
• 26.9 Right on St. 72
• 27.2 Left across Bridge of Cheat River to St. George.
• 27.6 Right on Co. 1.
• 31.9 Begin Climb.
• 32.7 Top of Climb - Careful on descent.
• 36.6 Left on Rt. 72.
• 38.2 Finish<br />