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1.4 miles
Distance
112 ft
Climb
-599 ft
Descent
00:03:54
Avg time
-487 ft
Altitude change
1,913 ft
Altitude min
2,400 ft
Altitude max
2,400 ft
Altitude start
1,913 ft
Altitude end
-49.013%
Grade max
25.715%
Grade min
1,377 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
748 ft
Distance flat
00:03:54
Avg time
22 Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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Riding AreaThe Summit Bechtel Reserve
Glen Jean, West Virginia -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity
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Global Ranking#89550 in Mountain Biking
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State Ranking#396 in Mountain Biking · West Virginia
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Trail TypeMachine Groomed
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionDownhill Only
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Physical RatingEasy
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBridge, Drop, Jump, Pump Track
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Year Opened2013
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Land Owner
Fast and flowy with a couple very short uphills. Multiple table tops and a great introduction to the other jump trails.
Access Info
At the moment The Summit is only open to special programs, events and the New River Bicycle Union. See http://www.summitbsa.org/ for more information on Scouting and Youth programs. See http://www.newriverbicycleunion.org for more info on the NRBU club access.
Bike Park
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
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- 2 rides
- Last: Oct 24, 2026
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