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Devil Anse Trail System links up to two other Hatfield McCoy Trail Systems- Rockhouse and Buffalo Mountain- totaling over 300 miles. The trailhead is located in the town of Matewan, historically known for being the heart of the Hatfield McCoy Feud. The trail system has direct access to gas, food and lodging.
Located on Main Street in Matewan, WV.
Has a parking lot, staffed trailhead, on site restrooms, permits and merchandise.
In the early 1900s the railroad depot became the center of community life. This was particularly true in Mingo County, WV and the Matewan Depot became one of the most historically significant stations along the 673-mile Norfolk and Western main line. The facility was a combined passenger and freight depot that served the population of nearly 7,000 in Matewan and the surrounding area. After N&W-made its last stop in 1969, the once proud depot was closed and eventually fell into disrepair. In 2000 an initiative to rebuild the historic Matewan railroad depot began. It now serves as a welcoming visitor's center for the town of Matewan and a museum that includes information on the colorful history of the area including the Hatfield and McCoy feuds, the Matewan Massacre, and the development of the coal mining industry in the region. It also houses a gift shop which offers locally made arts & crafts, t-shirts, historical books, and Hatfield & McCoy Trail memorabilia. The 24 x 110 ft. reconstruction is an inch-for-inch, Smithsonian-quality representation of the steam era Matewan station.
More InformationThe Gilbert Lodge has been completely remodeled. The newly remodeled lodge features 2 sets of Full over Full bunkbeds, a full bathroom, a refrigerator, and free cable, wifi and parking. Each room also has individual access to a Creekside Patio with Picnic tables and a lighted ceiling fan. We are located in the Town of Gilbert and have direct access to the Rockhouse Trail System. The Rockhouse Trail also connects to the Devil Anse and Buffalo Mountain Trails.
More InformationWildwood Cabins/V-8 Motor Lodge is a family owned and operated business located on the banks of the Guyandotte River (where the fish are jumping) just outside the town limits of Gilbert. We offer genuine log cabins with spacious porches overlooking the river where you just might see an occasional bald eagle land in the giant sycamore trees, an osprey diving into the river for supper, a deer swimming by, a blue heron that likes to fly by and scream at you, or that pesky beaver that stole my maple tree. The cabins can sleep up to 6 people, 4 very comfortably. Amenities include central heating and air, Direct TV, Wi-Fi, and free local and national calls. The cabins are rustic yet they offer a nice bathroom with large showers, a kitchen with all utensils and appliances, free linens and towels, and plenty of easy access parking.
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