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Print Friendly MapThis walking and biking path runs through the heart of West Virginia's state capital, Charleston. The trail sits right on the north bank of the Kanawha River, offering panoramic river views right from downtown. The paved path also connects to parks and to some of Charleston's most prominent landmarks.
The trail begins on Patrick Street and heads south along Kanawha Boulevard, ending at 35th Street. The West Virginia State Capitol Complex is located across Kanawha Boulevard from the southern end and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The complex includes the gold-domed capitol building and the West Virginia Governor's Mansion.
Between the Patrick Street Bridge and Magic Island Park, the trail has been upgraded to a two-lane cycle track with a pedestrian path, a much more spacious option for cyclists than the segment south of Magic Island, which remains a narrow asphalt path.
The trail is part of the Kanawha Trestle Walk and Bikeway system, which will include a rehabbed former railroad bridge.
There is parking at the Patrick Street Bridge end of the trail, and additional parking for Magic Island Park can be found across Kanawha Boulevard under the I-64 bridge. Cyclists will appreciate the bike repair station at Magic Island.
Easy flat and filled with views. For beginning bikers or casual warmup…
The ride was on a narrow rough sidewalk, busy street on one side and steep hill down to river on other side.
I’ve walked every section of this trail, morning and evening. Early mornings are great, both for light on the Kanawha River, and for having it to yourself. I look forward to the day when this trail connects to the Elk River Rail Trail, and other long distance trails.
We rode this Trail takes you down by the river passed a lot of historic places governor's Mansion capital beautiful scenery it's a great ride.
It takes you through the downtown area of Charleston West Virginia also very historical signs along the way plus a great view of the river we had a great time just did this on Sunday October 11th 2021
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