Hatfield-McCoy trail system
Big Coal River Trail System
Big Coal River opened in 2025 at Peytona in Boone County: roughly 50 miles for ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes and Jeeps. It replaced the old Little Coal River trails, which closed in 2015.
- County
- Boone County
- Miles
- Roughly 50
- Difficulty
- Mostly green and blue
- Trailheads
- 21868 Daniel Boone Parkway, Peytona, WV 25154 (not staffed)
Trailhead
21868 Daniel Boone Parkway, Peytona, WV 25154, about 20 minutes from US-119. Not staffed and no permit sales.
Difficulty mix
| Trail rating | Share of trails |
|---|---|
| Easiest (green) | 42% |
| More Difficult (blue) | 40% |
| Most Difficult (black) | 14% |
| Most Difficult Double (red/black) | 2% |
| Single Track (orange) | 2% |
Per the Authority's trail page and brochure. Ratings are per trail; machines and riders must match the rating.
Who it suits
Most Big Coal River trails are green or blue. Black and red/black trails give experienced riders harder options, and the published mix includes a small amount of single track. Choose a route by its trail ratings rather than assuming every trail is easy.
Preparing a full-size ORV
Big Coal River requires rollover protection on black and red/black trails. Helmets, eye protection and seat belts are required for drivers and passengers. The driver needs a valid driver's license, and each person must have a trail permit before riding.