Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
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Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
08:26
94.6km
230m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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241 m
Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
4.25 km
Treed Section of the C&O Canal Towpath
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
17.6 km
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Lake
18.4 km
Oldtown Toll Bridge, crosses the Potomac into WV
Highlight • Bridge
22.6 km
Pigman's Ferry Primitive Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
26.3 km
Masonry Overfall
Ruins
32.7 km
Iron Mountain - Primitive Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
47.7 km
Great Allegheny Passage KM 0 and C&O Canal Towpath Northern Terminus
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
55.3 km
Evitt's Creek Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
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94.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
83.0 km
8.25 km
1.93 km
685 m
432 m
399 m
Surfaces
81.8 km
8.25 km
3.16 km
1.12 km
399 m
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Description
If you're looking for a touring cycling route that blends history with a real physical challenge, the Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw delivers. This difficult 58.8-mile (94.6 km) route, with 749 feet (228 metres) of elevation gain, will take you around 8 hours and 25 minutes to complete, making it a substantial day trip for experienced riders or a key segment of a longer adventure.
What to expect on Paw Paw, WV Visitors Center – Evitt's Creek Campsite loop from Paw Paw
Expect a journey through shaded, off-road historical landscapes, primarily along the C&O Canal Towpath. The terrain is a dirt surface, often bumpy and potentially muddy after rain, so wider tires are a must. The highlight is undoubtedly the legendary Paw Paw Tunnel, a 3,100-foot engineering marvel that carves through a mountain, offering a cool, dark passage before emerging to picturesque views of the Potomac River. While Evitt's Creek Campsite itself is more functional than scenic, the overall route immerses you in tranquil history, best suited for cyclists comfortable with long distances on unpaved, sometimes challenging, surfaces.
Planning your visit
Planning your ride requires a few considerations. You'll definitely need a bike light or headlamp for the Paw Paw Tunnel, and walking your bike through it is often recommended due to its darkness and rough surface. The C&O Canal Towpath can become soft and muddy after rain, so check conditions before you go. Paw Paw, WV offers amenities like restaurants and lodging, making it a convenient stop for refueling or an overnight stay.
Trail details
- Distance: 58.8 miles (94.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 749 feet (228 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 8 hours and 25 minutes
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