more stats
18.1 miles
Distance
1,335 ft
Climb
-1,956 ft
Descent
01:09:09
Avg time
-622 ft
Altitude change
2,936 ft
Altitude min
4,528 ft
Altitude max
3,558 ft
Altitude start
2,936 ft
Altitude end
-0.7%
Grade
-27.2%
Grade max
18.6%
Grade min
8 miles
Distance climb
8 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
01:09:09
Avg time

FS 235 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Mower Basin
    Huttonsville, West Virginia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    USFS

Scenic gravel road with some moderate climbs, fun descents, and tight turns. This Forest Service Road accesses Back Allegheny Mountain and Bald Knob and connects Mower Tract and Cheat Basin to Back Mountain Road/CR 1.

Access Info

Cheat Bridge Rd, Back Mountain Road/CR 1

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 60 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is FS 235 located?
      FS 235 is located in Mower Basin, Huttonsville, West Virginia, United States. It is part of the Mower Basin trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.6117, -79.87423.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for FS 235?
      FS 235 has 1,335 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,956 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,936 ft to 4,528 ft.
      ▼ Is FS 235 a point to point trail?
      FS 235 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is FS 235?
      FS 235 is 18.1 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on FS 235?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on FS 235. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access FS 235? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to FS 235 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride FS 235?
      The estimated time to ride FS 235 is approximately 1 hour 9 minutes. The trail is 18.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is FS 235?
      FS 235 is a very popular trail. There have been 34 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 34 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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