After spending a day hiking and taking in the beauty that West Virginia is so well known for, sitting down to prop those feet up in a cool new cafe is pretty much a slice of heaven. That's why it is so amazing when you find hiking trails with restaurants in West Virginia. If you are ever biking or hiking the Greenbrier River Trail, be sure to stop by one of the cool little restaurants in WV in the charming town of Marlinton. Actually, we just so happen to have one in mind. Within site of the Greenbrier River Trail, you will find a unique cafe and bike shop that will give you a much-needed rest before you continue on your journey.

The Greenbrier River Trail is built on an old railroad bed and is a hiking, biking, and horseback riding trail that runs from Caldwell to Cass along the Greenbrier River.

It spans 78 miles and passes through several towns in eastern West Virginia, including Marlinton.

The rail trail is the longest of its kind in West Virginia, crossing 35 bridges, passing through two tunnels, and partially entering the National Radio Quiet Zone (no cell service!).

The Greenbrier River Trail is one of 50 Millennium Legacy Trails in the United States and was rated one of the top 10 hiking trails in the country by Backpacker Magazine.

Enjoy this cool fly-over video of the Greenbrier River Trail in West Virginia:

Not only is this trail a great option for a beautiful day hike, but just a block off the trail as it passes through Marlinton, West Virginia is a delicious restaurant beloved by trail users.

The Dirtbean Café and Bike Shop is a local favorite that has been around for years, but it recently moved to a new location.

Don't worry, it's still convenient to the rail trail: 818 2nd Ave, Marlinton.

It features fresh, creative, local food, a relaxed atmosphere, specialty coffee, craft beer, and vegetarian options.

There is even a bike shop attached for riders of the trail.

Take a walk around the Dirtbean Café and Bike Shop in this quick video, then make sure you head out to Marlinton to find fun cafes and unique restaurants in West Virginia like the Dirtbean:

When you've finished your meal, explore Marlinton a bit or head back out to take on more of the trail!

Can you think of anything better than finding hiking trails with restaurants in West Virginia like this perfect pairing? So, lace up your boots, hop on your bike, or saddle up your horse and check out one or two of these 78 breathtaking miles…and then pop in to say hi to the folks at Dirtbean along the way. You won’t regret it! Have you discovered any hiking trails with unique restaurants near you? Tell us about your favorites with a comment.

Did you know there are more rail trails in West Virginia? In fact, there are over 60, and we feature another one of them in the abandoned small town of Kaymoor, West Virginia. This rail trail is eerily beautiful because of the abandoned town it crosses through.