Posted in West Virginia August 26, 2020 by

With Over 1300 Curves, The West Virginia Hellbender Is A Thrilling Motorsport Trail Ride

West Virginia has so many scenic highways and byways; even if you have driven many of them, there’s always at least one more you haven’t gotten to yet. And once you’ve done them all, you can always do them again in another season. But if you’re looking for a good loop to do soon, consider this newly designated scenic route, the West Virginia Hellbender. It offers a great ride for cars, but it’s even better for motorcycles–with over 1300 curves, gorgeous panoramic views, and plenty of restaurants, this is a perfect place to come ride the day away!

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Tucked away in Nicholas County is the small town of Richwood, West Virginia. Formerly a booming coal town, Richwood is now known as an ideal gateway to the beautiful Monongahela National Forest.
The W.V. Hellbinder/Facebook
As such, it's the perfect launching spot for a new motorcycle route, which is exactly what an enterprising group of motorcyclists have done. Capitalizing on Richwood's prime location, they've come together with the town of Richwood and local businesses to organize a new motorsports trail in West Virginia.
The W.V. Hellbender/Facebook
This route is known as the W.V. Hellbender, and it's become quite popular with locals and tourists alike.
The W.V. Hellbender/Facebook
The loop (shown by the orange area in this picture) runs from Richwood past the Cranberry Glades to Snowshoe and then around through Cowen and Craigsville.
Ride Richwood
It's a beautiful 132-mile ride through some of the prettiest country (and on some of the windiest roads!) in the state.
The W.V. Hellbender/Facebook
So grab your helmet, call up some friends, and hop on your bike. It's time to ride.
Ride Richwood

To learn more about the W.V. Hellbender, visit the Ride Richwood website or the W.V. Hellbender Facebook page (you can also keep up with future planned rides).

And while you’re in the area, definitely stop in at the Oakford Diner, featured here on this list of delicious rural restaurants and one of the many sponsors of the W.V. Hellbender.

Address: 38 Edgewood Ave, Richwood, WV 26261, USA