Hatfield-McCoy trail system
Ivy Branch Trail System
Ivy Branch in Julian is about twenty minutes from Charleston and is open to Jeeps and other full-size ORVs as well as ATVs, UTVs and dirt bikes. The Hatfield-McCoy Welcome Center is also in Julian.
- County
- Boone County
- Trail towns
- Julian
- Difficulty
- Every rating
- Trailheads
- 4260 Julian Road, Julian, WV 25529
Trailhead
4260 Julian Road, Julian, WV 25529, with overflow parking nearby. Staffed 9am to 5pm daily except major holidays, with parking, restrooms and permit sales.
Difficulty mix
| Trail rating | Share of trails |
|---|---|
| Easiest (green) | 33% |
| More Difficult (blue) | 28% |
| Most Difficult (black) | 27% |
| Most Difficult Double (red/black) | 8% |
| Single Track (orange) | 4% |
Per the Authority's trail page and brochure. Ratings are per trail; machines and riders must match the rating.
Who it suits
Ivy Branch has a majority of green and blue trails, but black trails also make up a substantial share. It suits riders who want a choice between easier routes and more technical terrain. Plan the route by trail rating, especially when your group has different levels of experience.
Preparing a full-size ORV
Bring rollover protection if you plan to use black or red/black trails at Ivy Branch. Helmets, eye protection and fastened seat belts are required. The driver must hold a valid driver's license, and drivers and passengers each need a trail permit.
Single track and the return route
The brochure map separates single track into More Difficult and Most Difficult routes. Those trails are for experienced riders on two wheels. The star marks the Ivy Branch trailhead, and TH symbols identify routes leading back to it.