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Seneca Trail: Lewisburg to Marlinton, Greenbrier Valley, West Virginia
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Seneca Trail: Lewisburg to Marlinton

Seneca Trail, US 219 · Lewisburg → Marlinton

Sweeping41 mi1 hr 5 min3,600 ft climbHigh point ≈ 3,100 ftOne way
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The drive

Much of US 219 in West Virginia follows the old Indian warpath known as the Seneca Trail. This drive runs north from Lewisburg, in Greenbrier County, through Hillsboro to Marlinton, in Pocahontas County.

The best-known stop is Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park, about 25 miles north of the Lewisburg exit of I-64 and about 15 miles south of Marlinton. It preserves the site of the Battle of Droop Mountain, the last major Civil War battle in the state, fought on November 6, 1863, and it was West Virginia's first state park. The park has a museum with battle artifacts and a lookout tower over the Greenbrier River valley.

The drive is 40.8 miles and takes about an hour and five minutes, mostly gentle with three twisty stretches.

Along the way

  1. Lewisburg
  2. Mill Point
  3. Marlinton
Elevation
3,600 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 3,100 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle, with three twisty stretches
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Good to know

  • The park is listed as open 24/7, and Hillsboro is the nearest town.
  • The battlefield park has no overnight stays.
  • Check WV511 for current closures and conditions.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check WV511.

Questions about this drive

How long does the Seneca Trail from Lewisburg to Marlinton take?

Lewisburg to Marlinton on US 219 is 40.8 miles and takes about 1 hr 5 min without stops.

What is the Seneca Trail in West Virginia?

It is the old Indian warpath that much of US 219 in West Virginia follows.

What is Droop Mountain on US 219?

Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park preserves the site of the Battle of Droop Mountain, fought November 6, 1863. It has a museum and a lookout tower over the Greenbrier River valley.

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