Burnwood Trail
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
Pets are not permitted on this trail, so leave your dog at the campsite or choose a pet-friendly route instead.
Ticks are prolific in the New River Gorge from spring through fall — do a thorough check after walking through any brushy sections, and tuck your pants into your socks if you want to look ridiculous but stay bite-free.
Trail Details
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Pair this with the nearby Long Point Trail for a satisfying half-day that mixes easy forest walking with dramatic gorge views — Burnwood makes a perfect warm-up or cool-down.
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Visit in mid-to-late April when the spring ephemeral wildflowers carpet the forest floor. The old growth canopy creates ideal conditions for trillium, bloodroot, and Virginia bluebells before the leaves fill in.
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Bring binoculars — the mature forest habitat draws woodpeckers, warblers, and the occasional pileated woodpecker drumming on a dead snag. Early morning visits before other hikers arrive give you the best chances.
