Pullman, WV: Harrisville Loop

Loop through the long, sheltered valleys and gentle hills of central West Virginia on this 49.1-mile ride that offers shade in summer and foliage in fall.

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Author:	Bicycling Magazine
Date:	16 Oct 2008 11:31:19 PM
Activity:	Bicycling ActivitySearchBicycling
State:	West Virginia (WV)
Distance:	49.08 mi (Change units)
Survey Elevation:	Total Gain: 6504 ft Total Loss: 6505 ft Net Change: -1 ft
Difficulty:	7 / 10
Tags:	Charleston, West Virginia, Harrisville
Rating:	Unrated Rate it

Starting from the sleepy main street of Pullman, West Virginia, this easy-going half-century offers constant but mellow climbing on quiet, winding country roads. Even on the hottest of days, the long, sheltered valleys provide plenty of shade and cool breezes. Small hill country bergs (like Coxs Mills and Harrisville) are spaced at just the right intervals to stop for a snack or refill your bottles. The climbs (there are too many too count) are punchy but never unforgiving; this is a great training route for both steady efforts and variable intervals, and when autumn rolls in, the undulating terrain is sure to keep you warm as you soak in the surrounding foliage.

-Mapped by David Orlando

TO TRAILHEAD: From Parkersburg, WV, head east on US 50 for 32.3 miles (after passing I-77), and turn right on WV 74. Continue 7.4 to Main St. in Pullman, WV.

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Distance: 49.08 mi	Points: 729	Calories: none
Total Time: none	Speed: 0.0 mph	Pace: 0:00 / mi
Active Time: none	Speed: 0.0 mph	Pace: 0:00 / mi

Points of Interest

Nominal Climbs

Location: 39.148001, -80.941343
Topping off of the route's mild (but repetitive climbs). © David Orlando

Shaded Roads

Location: 39.107952, -80.892205
Scenic, wooded, and winding. © David Orlando

Coxs Mills Gas Station

Location: 39.046286, -80.830364
One of the few places on route to stop for food or water; forget about gas, you can't afford it. © David Orlando

Switchbacks

Location: 39.053118, -80.891991
The climb on Route 47 has a few quick switchbacks. © David Orlando

Riding Strong

Location: 39.074444, -80.959926
Pushing up one of the climbs. © David Orlando

Panoramic Views

Location: 39.156421, -81.048546
There are a few stretches along the way where the road opens up to reveal long distance views. © David Orlando

Harrisville Pit Stop

Location: 39.209512, -81.050692
An alternative starting point, Harrisville, is a great little town and provides lots of refueling options. © David Orlando