Ballard Trail

Charleston · West Virginia

1.1 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

11 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

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Conditions

Foggy
63°
63°
72°
7 mph
Gust15 mph
7:14 AM
7:23 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

0.04 in forecast rain in the next 48 hours31% top-layer soil moisture

A few showers may pass through this week, which could leave shaded or low-lying sections tacky after rain.

Best Window This Week

Monday

a high near 76°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

Ballard Trail is a 1.1-mile mountain bike trail near Charleston, West Virginia. RidePal maps this trail for mountain biking with a ground surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 11 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Charleston rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Charleston.

Mountain Biking in Charleston

Charleston is one of the mountain biking hubs in West Virginia, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Ballard Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Ballard Trail FAQ

Where is Ballard Trail?

Ballard Trail is a mountain bike trail near Charleston, West Virginia. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is Ballard Trail?

Ballard Trail is 1.1 miles long, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 11 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for Ballard Trail?

Some moisture signals are present, so expect tackier dirt or isolated soft spots. The current forecast suggests Monday because a high near 76°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near Ballard Trail?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Charleston include Middle Ridge Road, Middle Ridge Trail, Tuskegee Trail, Flatlander Trail, Blazing Saddles Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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