Hatfield-McCoy Trails • Southern West Virginia
Cabwaylingo Trail System Guide
A Hatfield-McCoy Trail System in the Cabwaylingo State Forest area, with official trail, map, and trip-planning information.
Cabwaylingo is an official Hatfield-McCoy Trail System in southern West Virginia. Use current official maps, permit rules, and trailhead details before travel; conditions and temporary closures can change.
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At a Glance
Official trail data
Nearly 100 miles in approximately 8,300 acres of state forest, according to Hatfield-McCoy Trails.
Difficulty
Easiest 54% • More Difficult 29% • Most Difficult 9% • Most Difficult: percentage not reported • Single Track 5%.
Machines
ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, and ORVs/Jeeps are identified on the official trail page.
Official planning
Trail-System Overview
Hatfield-McCoy lists Cabwaylingo in Cabwaylingo State Forest, with trail mileage across Cabell, Wayne, Lincoln, and Mingo counties. Confirm the current official map before building a route or assuming any connection.
Difficulty and Terrain
Official difficulty presentation
The official page lists Easiest 54%, More Difficult 29%, Most Difficult 9%, then a second Most Difficult category without a percentage, followed by Single Track 5%. This guide preserves that duplicated official label exactly; the second percentage is not reported.
Detailed current terrain, surface, grade, and seasonal-condition information should be confirmed from the official map and current trail information before riding.
Rider Fit and Trip Planning
Plan conservatively
Choose routes and pace for the least-experienced rider in your group. Carry current mapping, allow time for navigation, and do not rely on old maps or assumed shortcuts.
Machine Trip Notes
Cabwaylingo supports SxS/UTVs, ATVs, dirt bikes, and full-size ORVs at the system level. The official Hatfield-McCoy page specifically includes ORVs such as Jeeps. It lists single track as 5%; that is not SxS or full-size-ORV mileage. Cabwaylingo is on state-forest land, and West Virginia law limits use to roads and trails designated by the director. For a mixed-machine group, choose the shared route from the current official map before leaving the trailhead. Use the current official map and obey posted signs, closures, direction, and vehicle restrictions. System-level eligibility does not open every route.
Source / Last Verified:
Hatfield-McCoy Trails Cabwaylingo page, Trail Rules & Regulations, and West Virginia Code; last verified August 8, 2026.
Access and Trailhead
The official page describes plenty of truck-and-trailer parking, a large staffed trailhead, restrooms, and permits and merchandise. Verify the current trailhead details, hours, and any temporary instructions before leaving home.
Nearby Lodging and Road Access
Use official listings and direct provider confirmation when choosing lodging. This draft does not claim direct trail access, legal road connections, or a confirmed relationship for any individual lodging property. Do not assume public-road riding is legal without current official confirmation.
Before You Ride
Safety check
- Buy the required permit and review current Hatfield-McCoy rules.
- Download the current official map and check closures.
- Confirm trailhead, parking, weather, and group readiness.
- Stay on marked routes and obey all posted signs.
Sources and Last Verified
Primary source: Hatfield-McCoy Trails — Cabwaylingo. Map guidance: official trail maps. Last verified August 5, 2026. Recheck official maps, rules, closures, and trailhead information before publication.
Plan your stay before you ride
Compare current lodging options, then confirm parking, group fit, and trail relationship directly with the property.