Schellsburg, West Virginia · Bedford County · DCNR
"Forbes Trail is a remnant of a historic road from the French and Indian war that bisected the area of the park. Forbes Trail is a very gentle trail that begins at Pigeon Hills Trail, continues at Hickory Bottom Parking Area, & goes alongside Mill Road."
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"Forbes Trail is a remnant of a historic road from the French and Indian war that bisected the area of the park. Forbes Trail is a very gentle trail that begins at Pigeon Hills Trail, continues at Hickory Bottom Parking Area, & goes alongside Mill Road."
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
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Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
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