The longest hiking trail established in the New River Gorge, the trail runs parallel along the walls of the Gorge. The Kaymoor Trail follows along old roads and rail beds that leads hikers to the abandoned mining sites. Hikers have the opportunity to travel down a set of 821 steps towards the remains of the old mine buildings near the river. Do not climb, sit, or walk on walls and other constructed features of this historic site. The Kaymoor coal mine was in operation for almost 60 years, but has been abandoned since 1963. Enjoy the lush greenery from the hemlock trees, with spectacular views that this trail has to offer.