Rail-Trail UPDATES: West Fork River Rail-Trail and GAP at Ohiopyle

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ERT - Mike Breiding

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Aug 13, 2026, 8:05:17 AM (6 days ago) Aug 13

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West Fork River Rail-Trail (aka Shinnston RT)

The repair near Shinnston from a mine blow-out that caused the slip and trail closure is now complete and the West Fork River Rail-Trail is now OPEN at that location.

Bad news- The West Fork River Rail-Trail is CLOSED between Hutchinson and the Harrison County line to remove a huge log jam against the railroad bridge. Should be open by end of this week- August 14.

Photo - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ehyspdf1zxpw36gx9g6zx/IMG_8361.heic?rlkey=z5kfd2anxqgem9lr279xnepvc&dl=0

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Ohiopyle State Park on the GAP-
Storm Damage and Repairs: Please be advised that we are currently working to clean up areas of the park after recent heavy rainfalls. The most severely impacted area is the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) Trail. There are multiple rock slides and wash outs on the 27-mile stretch of the GAP trail running through the park. Please avoid the GAP Trail at this time as current hazards exist and we have multiple crews running heavy equipment during repairs. We will update as we make repairs and further access parts of the trail.