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 />