Appalachian Outlaw Trails Masterplan by cecinc

Kanawha County Demographics 173,906

4,396

Population (2024)

Kanawha Co.

Total Employer Establishments (2023)

43.8

29.7%

Median Age (2024)

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher (2024)

$60,943

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Median Annual Income (2024)

$147,300 Median Property Value (2024)

Data Collected from The U.S. Census Bureau + Dept. of Labor

38 mi. to Fayetteville, WV

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Today, there is a planned and coordinated effort to address this loss and transition from an extraction based economy to one focused on recreation. There are multiple reasons for this approach, including long term viability, economic diversification and resilience, celebration of local culture and assets, and an improved quality of life. This transition has been underway for many years,

however the vision was solidified in the 2021 “The Valley” Regional Tourism Masterplan. The project proposed creating a system of trails and amenities that connect the river communities together and tie them back to the surrounding mountains and other existing and future recreational assets. Visitors will be able to recreate by day and explore all the river communities have to offer by night. Former minelands create a great redevelopment opportunity for new recreation destinations within this proposed tourism system. This masterplan will explore an approx. 2,000 AC former mineland outside of Dickinson/Diamond, WV and consider it for redevelopment into a trail based ATV resort. Called the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT), trail planning for this regional attraction has been underway since 2024. This masterplan will complement planning previously completed and focus on imagining new possibilities that support future tourism and business growth in The Valley through a new large scale event area, increased lodging capacity, and more.

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Site Introduction The Rt. 60 corridor in the Upper Kanawha Valley features one of the top scenic drives in the state - towering mountains frame either side of the Kanawha River, reaching for the sky. At the base of the valley lies the Kanawha River, winding through multiple communities that sit on its river banks. Mining/mineral extraction and chemical manufacturing used to dominate the local economy, particularly in the 1900s. Due to economic shifts and technology advancements, these industries gradually left the region. This change has had a negative economic impact on the communities left behind due to a loss of jobs and associated businesses.

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14 mi. to Charleston, WV

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47 mi. to Beckley, WV

Site Mining History Quincy Manufactured Home Park (Permittee: Upper Kanawha Valley Development Corp.) Revoked Permit Status 380 Acres No Name (Permittee: Hawks Nest Mining Company) Revoked Permit Status 70 Acres No. 1 Mine (Permittee: Upper Kanawha Valley Development Corp.) Reclaimed and Completely Released 182 Acres

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Property Subdivided Into 4 Property Owners (2,274 AC Total):

• Ranger Scientific LLC (1,024 AC, 2 Parcels) • Quincy Coal Co. (512 AC, 1 Parcel) • HC Dickinson LLC (380 AC, 1 Parcel) • Witcher Properties Inc. (358 AC, 2 Parcels)

there is an opportunity to introduce 5 pickleball courts and 2 sand volley ball courts, which creates an opportunity for everyday use and recreational clubs. The Community Center Park is located along the confluence of Paint Creek and the Kanawha River. This creates an opportunity for a rental business that could provide kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, bikes, etc., to locals and visitors alike. Not only does this create an amenity, but also a business opportunity that would support the Town of Pratt through taxes. To support this area, a beach area and paddle launch area would be developed. This also provides opportunities to create fishing and picnic areas along Paint Creek and the Kanawha River. Each of these spaces also have dedicated parking so that local residents do not experience problems with the increased visitation. Throughout the site is a connecting trail that links together the three project sites.

Why Tourism? An Overview of Tourism in The Valley and Beyond

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departure of WVU Tech, reestablishing it as a destination that draws visitors and brings energy back to town—much like football game days once did. This masterplan reframes the site as a place of gathering and celebration, creating new reasons for people to come together, visit Montgomery, and participate in shared experiences.

Overall, the Upper Kanawha Valley is emerging as a strong example of recreation-led redevelopment in southern West Virginia. The planning work completed to date demonstrates an increasingly coordinated approach that ties together land reuse, downtown revitalization, environmental restoration, and destination development. Moving forward, the long-term success of these efforts will depend not only on the construction of trails and access points, but also on continued investment in wayfinding, maintenance, lodging, local business support, and the creation of authentic, visitor-ready communities that can capture the economic benefits of increased regional tourism.

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Recent planning efforts in the Upper Kanawha Valley reflect a clear shift toward recreation and tourism as a primary strategy for economic diversification and community revitalization. Building on regional master planning efforts, local and regional partners have focused on creating a connected system of outdoor assets that includes trails, trailheads, river access, lodging, camping, and visitor support amenities along the Upper Kanawha Valley. Rather than viewing recreation as a stand-alone amenity, these efforts position it as economic infrastructure intended to attract visitors, support small business growth, and strengthen the Valley’s identity as a destination and link between the Charleston area and Tech the New Montgomery Trails Resort River Gorge, ultimately becoming the “Gateway the Gorge”. Once a vibrant centerto of community life, the site offers a meaningful opportunity to reconnect Montgomery to a place that was lost with the A planning diagram (shown right) from The Valley Regional This masterplan is shaped by a site-responsive approach that builds directly into existing landforms and makes use of current flat areas to minimize grading and disturbance. Roads, cabins, and tent platforms are carefully aligned with the natural terrain, allowing development Masterplan completed in 2021 illustrates this concept. A major to follow existing contours while preserving wooded buffers, views, and the overall character of the site. This strategy supports efficient while maintaining a strong connection between built elements and the landscape. emphasis of this work has been on construction linking communities to At the center of the plan, a primary event and gathering space anchors the site and serves as a hub for campground users and community programming. A small amphitheater is integrated into an existing terrace, using on-site cut stone to create seating, walls, and edges that outdoor recreation in ways that generate both local qualityreference the site’s history and reinforce a sense of permanence. The lighted skywalk is designed as a direct pedestrian connection to this central event space, establishing a strong visual and experiential link between the core amenities, adjacent development, and the town. of-life benefits and visitor spending. Planning in communities “Trails Resort” Concept such as Smithers, Montgomery, and Pratt have explored from the 2026 Montgomery how reclaimed mine lands, riverfronts, brownfield sites, and Recreation Campground downtown areas can be repurposed to support trail-based Masterplan Camp m r o si t tourism, water recreation, and related business development. atf Pl These efforts have targeted a range of user groups, including hikers, bikers, anglers, paddlers, and motorized trail users, with the goal of creating a diversified recreation economy that can operate across seasons and appeal to multiple markets.

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“Mountain Adventures by Day, Exploring River Communities by Night” Conceptual Diagram from “The Valley” Regional Tourism Masterplan NORTH

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Statewide Tourism by the Numbers (in 2024) Tourism Sustains...

97% of Employment in the WV Lodging Sector

59% of Employment in the 77.2 Million Visitors

(2.9% Increase From 2023 and Follows a Positive Trend)

$8.7 Billion Statewide Tourism Economic Impact

$1 Billion+ in Tax Generated Revenue

(Reducing tax burden by $835 per household)

60,000 People Employed Statewide by the Tourism Industry (7% of WV Workforce)

WV Recreation Sector

27% of Employment in the WV Food Sector

$624.2M Annual Travel Spending in Kanawha County,

Powering 6,272 Jobs.

Building a Destination Around ATV Recreation: A Case Study into the Paiute Trail System

2025 State Economic Impact:

Approx. $33 M

Out of 112,353 Annual Riders: 40% Were from Out of State, Spending an Avg. of $518 per Day, per Visitor.

There are several successful examples of creating recreationbased economies and the benefits it can provide. One example, the Paiute ATV Trail System in central Utah, demonstrates how a coordinated motorized trail network can become a major driver of rural tourism, small business growth, and regional identity. The system includes a 275-mile main trail and more than 1,000 miles of marked side trails, connecting public lands, scenic landscapes, historic mining areas, and rural communities across multiple counties. Rather than functioning as a single recreation trail, the Paiute system operates as a regional tourism network, encouraging multi-day visitation and linking riders directly to lodging, restaurants, fuel, repairs, rentals, and local services.

40% Were from In State, Spending an Avg. of $159 per Day, per Visitor. 20% Were Local, Spending an Avg. of $112 per day, per Visitor.

Why it Works? The size and variety of the Paiute Trail encourages longer stays, repeat visitation, and multiple trip types. Riders can experience mountain terrain, historic sites, scenic overlooks, and connected side loops over several days.

Town Specific Case Studies:

Direct Connections to Towns The trail system succeeds because it links recreation directly to communities. Riders can leave the trail and access food, lodging, fuel, repairs, groceries, and other services, allowing visitor spending to stay within local economies.

Marysvale, UT: The “Heart” of the Paiute Trail System

Events That Create Concentrated Visitation Trail jamborees, group rides, races, and ATV-oriented events help convert the trail system from a passive recreation asset into an active destination. These events create predictable surges in visitation that support lodging, restaurants, vendors, fuel stations, and other local businesses. A Marketable Recreation Identity The Paiute Trail is successful because it is recognizable, mapped, promoted, and supported by public land managers, local communities, and tourism partners. This coordination creates a clear destination identity and gives visitors confidence in the trail experience. Economic Development Takeaways The success of the Paiute ATV Trail System shows that motorized recreation can support rural economic development when trails are paired with visitor infrastructure, town connections, events, and local business opportunities. For Appalachian Outlaw Trails, this precedent reinforces the importance of developing more than a trail system alone. Lodging, dayuse parking, rentals, repair services, fueling, event venues, commercial areas, wayfinding, and connections to nearby communities are essential to capturing visitor spending and creating long-term economic value.

Center St. In Marysvale, UT features a range of businesses that support tourism, but also provide amenities and services for local residents.

Marysvale, Utah provides a strong example of how direct access to the Paiute ATV Trail System has supported rural tourism and small business growth. Often considered the “heart” of the trail network, Marysvale functions as a trail-based service hub where riders can access lodging, campgrounds, restaurants, fuel, rentals, repairs, and other visitor services before and after entering the larger Paiute system. According to Visit Utah, when the trail system began in Marysvale there were approximately 7 business licenses in town. Today, there are more than 40, with the Paiute Trail system being credited directly and indirectly for this growth. This illustrates how ATV tourism can reposition a small rural community into a destination basecamp, where multi-day visitation and repeat trail users generate demand for local services. The economic lesson from Marysvale is that ATV trails are most successful when they are connected to complete visitor infrastructure. The Paiute system does not function as a trail alone; it links riding opportunities to overnight stays, dining, fuel, local history, scenic destinations, events, and small-town services.

Duck Creek Village: Supporting Utah’s Recreation Economy

Duck Creek, UT pairs tourism amenities and services with residential housing, supporting a year round community.

Duck Creek Village, Utah demonstrates how tourism can shape a small rural community into a recreation-based destination. Located on Cedar Mountain near the Markagunt OHV trail system and surrounded by thousands of acres of public lands, the village functions as a mountain basecamp. Cabins, rentals, outfitters, restaurants, shops, and visitor services are closely tied to outdoor recreation demand. ATV/UTV access has helped define the community’s identity by attracting riders who stay multiple days, rent equipment, purchase fuel and supplies, dine locally, and use Duck Creek as a launch point for exploring hundreds of miles of nearby trails. This recreation-driven model has also influenced the built environment, with lodging and vacation/residential properties marketed around trail access, trailer parking, gear storage, and proximity to year-round outdoor amenities. Duck Creek Village’s success reinforces the value of pairing trail access with lodging, rentals, services, residential housing, and a clear destination identity so recreational tourism can support both visitor spending and long-term community investment.

Appalachian Outlaw Trails Site Today

Trail Dedicated Programming Area Smaller secondary development areas located inside of the trail terrain ideal for future complementary programming, such as themed trail lodging and adventure activities. Future Resort Expansion

The site for the future Appalachian Outlaw Trails has several features that pair well for resort development: • Entry begins at a 4-way intersection on Rt. 60, where a 2 lane road travels to the top of the mountain. • The mountain top removal process has created several areas with ideal conditions for development, featuring gradual slopes and stunning, 360 degree viewsheds. • A centralized, primary area for development has been identified with connections to other site areas (great views). • Secondary development areas feature smaller areas of gradual slopes, scattered across the property (great views). • Former haul roads define the circulation pattern and create access throughout the site. • Generally, slopes off of identified development areas are steep, often reaching 50% +, especially along the Rt. 60 corridor. • The northeastern portions of the property features a wider range of terrain features, elevation changes, and gradual slopes, making it ideal for future trail development. • Multiple opportunities exist for future expansion, which tie into current circulation patterns.

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Primary Development Area A large, centrally located portion of site with gradual slopes and immediate access to the Main Entrance make this area most ideal for future development.

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Utility Considerations for Development

Existing infrastructure will need to be considered for future redevelopment of the project site. For many of the below, system capacity will need to be studied and system upgrades may be needed to support future uses. • Water and Sewer: Public water is provided by American Water. Sewer service is provided by Chelyan PSD. Both run adjacent to the site along the Rt. 60 Corridor. There is a current project underway to extend access into site. • Electric: Nearby and on-site electric infrastructure exists and is provided by Appalachian Power. • Waste Collection and Disposal: Multiple waste collection and disposal services are available, including Rumpke, Republic Services, and Waste Management. • Cellular Service: Cellular service on site may be limited and/or not dependable due to terrain. 4G LTE service is provided in the general area by Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. • Broadband: Broadband internet service options is available on and surrounding the project site. Optimum is the main cable provider, with Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat, Inc. providing satellite services.

Smaller areas of gradual slopes are ideal for secondary programming that complements the primary development area, such as lodging.

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• Campgrounds for RVs and Cabins • Event Center • Hotel Center • Town Center with Various Resort Services Shops, Restaurants, Rentals and More • Day Use Area • Trailheads and Connections to On-Site Trails • Adventure Playground for a Variety of Trail Types and Challenges • Future Expansion Opportunities • Long Term Leasing/Ownership for Residential Housing

At the heart of the concept is a design approach that balances recreation with experiencemaking. The plan establishes a memorable arrival sequence, strong internal circulation, and a layout shaped by the site’s natural assets - including ridge lines, river frontage, and expansive view sheds across the Kanawha River Valley. Together, these components establish a clear identity for the project as more than a trail system alone, but as an adventure resort with potential to draw visitors from across the region and beyond. Since the 2024 conceptual trail planning effort, implementation of the Appalachian Outlaw Trails has progressed with a grand opening event set for Summer 2026. The initial phase is expected to include approximately 25 miles of trails, 24 campground sites, on-site UTV rentals, and supporting visitor amenities. This project has the support from various federal, state and local leaders, economic development agencies, and the communities that surround it. Its completion will represent significant progress on a regional pivot towards a recreation based economy and achieving the regional vision set in the 2021 The Valley Masterplan.

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The Appalachian Outlaw Trails are positioned as a one-of-a-kind adventure destination where off-road recreation, overnight accommodations, and entertainment experiences come together within a dramatic Appalachian landscape. This masterplan continues the design development of a destination-scale recreation and tourism attraction first envisioned in the 2021 The Valley Masterplan. It also complements previously completed trail master planning work for the property. The plan is organized around a series of interconnected program areas that create immersive, multi-day visitor experiences, including:

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The masterplan for the future Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort advances the design of one of the Upper Kanawha Valley’s most anticipated recreation attractions. Building on the momentum of the 2021 The Valley Regional Tourism Masterplan, the project envisions the transformation of a former mineland above Dickinson, West Virginia, into a productive, experience-driven ATV destination. Through this vision, AOT supports recreation-based tourism, local economic diversification, and renewed investment throughout the Upper Kanawha Valley and broader Southern Coalfields region. With strong local, regional, and state support, the project reflects the Valley’s continued transition toward a recreationbased economy rooted in outdoor adventure and authentic Appalachian identity. The new destination is situated on a broad plateau at the top of a former mineland, surrounded by scenic viewsheds that showcase classic West Virginia mountain landscapes and the Kanawha River. Arrival begins along U.S. Route 60 at an existing four-way intersection with Colonel Pauley Drive, the primary entry road into the resort. From there, visitors climb the mountain and enter the Main Resort Area, where the existing plateau provides the foundation for lodging, events, trail access, and visitor services. At full build-out, the masterplan provides the scale and variety needed to support short-term visits, multi-day stays, and destination events, including 181 RV campsites, 127 cabins or similar lodging units, and a new 120-room Event Center Hotel. A large ATV-oriented Event Center anchors the plan and is designed to accommodate a range of small- to large-scale gatherings, including ATV/UTV riding events and competitions, music festivals, vendor markets, and community celebrations. The phasing strategy supports early success by establishing initial lodging and guest services alongside planned ATV trails (designed by others) while future phases expand the resort into a regional destination with additional lodging, entertainment facilities, ATV-focused amenities, and retail establishments. More than a trailhead or campground, the AOT Resort is envisioned as a regional recreation hub for ATV users of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders. By linking lodging, events, trail access, entertainment, and visitor services within a single destination, the masterplan strengthens the Appalachian Outlaw Trails brand and supports broader recreation-based systems being established throughout the Upper Kanawha Valley region. In addition, completion of this masterplan presents another model for sustainable mineland redevelopment, illustrating how these former extractive landscapes can be repositioned as long-term community assets for outdoor adventure, landscape renewal, and economic opportunity.

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Future phases will build on this foundation, with nearby luxury lodging (#13) planned to support Event Center acts and others. RV sites closest to the Town Center (#6) will to convert into additional cabins in later phases.

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The Main RV Campground is designed around the needs of future ATV visitors, providing cabins (#12) and oversized RV sites (#6/#7) that accommodate campers, tow vehicles, and recreational vehicles. Existing on-site buildings are adaptively reused to create a new bathhouse (#9) and maintenance facility (#10). A central amenity area (#11) on the southern portion of the campground creates a shared gathering space for overnight guests and includes a large pavilion, playground, and group campfire area. Positioned on top of the mountain, the proposed lodging takes advantage of expansive scenic viewsheds, strengthening the resort’s connection to the surrounding Appalachian landscape.

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Phase 1 of the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort establishes the initial lodging and guest facilities required for a successful opening of the new ATV attraction. Upon arrival, a Resort Check-In Building (#2) assists with visitor orientation, directing guests to their sites. This building may also include additional offices and resort support facilities. Adjacent to the check-in area is the Day Use Parking Lot (#5), which provides 117 oversized parking stalls for visitors riding the trails for the day.

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Phase 2 of the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort introduces the Event Center (#4) as a major anchor for future resort development. Construction of this feature expands the project beyond the ATV trail and campground attraction established in Phase 1, transforming it into a regional venue and destination for recreation, entertainment, and community events. Designed to support ATV-themed programming and races, concerts, music festivals, local gatherings, and more, the Event Center creates a flexible outdoor venue of a scale that is currently limited within the surrounding region. The venue is designed as a drive-in facility accommodating vehicles and pedestrians, with a maximum capacity of 14,500 - 36,500 depending on the event set-up. ATVs and other vehicles are able to drive into designated viewing areas while maintaining safe circulation, pedestrian-only gathering spaces, and access to supporting facilities and amenities.

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In each scenario, the rear paved aisle way for each “zone” can serve as a flexible vendor set-up zone for food trucks, merchandise tents, and event support.

Sidewalks and dedicated ATV paths create safe circulation and further link the Event Center to nearby resort areas. As these programs are built out in later phases, new amenities and commercial establishments will support a cohesive and accessible guest experience around the Event Center.

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• Small Events: Pedestrian only, utilizing the front lawn area closest to the stage. • Medium Events: Start to introduce a mix of pedestrian and vehicle-based viewing areas. • Large Events: Utilize the full venue footprint with a mix of pedestrian and vehicle-based viewing areas.

A facility building (#9) at the rear of the venue creates an additional entry point from the parking lot and provides space for concessions, restrooms, and offices for medical and safety personnel. Eight event-oriented cabins (#10) flank both sides of the amphitheater, with decks overlooking the venue to create a premium guest and event-viewing experience. Parking facilities (#12) surround the Event Center, providing 1,331 stalls with ADA parking (#13) closest to the venue entrance. These facilities will work in coordination with a future parking area proposed in Dickinson, West Virginia. Located along the Kanawha River, this lower parking area could provide an estimated 5,250 additional stalls. A shuttle service, with a drop-off and pick-up stop (#11) near the Event Center entrance, will transport visitors from the lower lot in Dickinson to the resort area on top of the mountain. As the resort continues to grow, future lodging needs are expected to shift. To respond to this, a portion of the Event Center parking lot is planned to convert into a hotel in Phase 5.

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Event - Oriented Cabins with Decks Overlooking Venue (8 Total)

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To maintain a clean and organized resort environment, an ATV wash facility (#1) is positioned along the primary return route from the trails. Circulation is designed so that riders leaving the trail system must pass through the wash before re-entering the main resort areas, helping reduce mud and debris from being tracked into parking areas, lodging zones, and pedestrianoriented spaces. Together, these improvements strengthen the resort’s operational efficiency and guest comfort. In addition to ATV amenities, Phase 3 expands the resort’s overnight lodging options. ATV-oriented cabins (#5) with direct trail access provide a convenient lodging choice for guests who want to stay close to the riding experience. A nearby overlook (#4) takes advantage of the mountaintop setting, creating a scenic destination for ATV riders and others within the resort, where guests can pause and experience panoramic views of the surrounding Appalachian landscape.

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Additional ATV skill development programming included in Phase 3 complements the Welcome Center’s rental services. To accommodate new and inexperienced users, the plan creates a dedicated ATV learning area designed for basic skill development in a controlled environment. An open half-acre training space (#6) provides room for first-time riders to practice starting, stopping, steering, and becoming comfortable operating an off-road vehicle before entering the trail system. Adjacent to this area, a more structured skills course (#7) allows riders to build confidence through more complex maneuvers, including slaloming, turning, braking, navigating small hills and berms, crossing uneven terrain, and practicing wider turns. Together, these amenities help create a safer and more welcoming resort experience, especially for families, beginners, and visitors using rental equipment.

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Following the construction of Phases 1 and 2, the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort will have established a strong foundation for a destination-scale, mountain-based ATV resort, including initial lodging, day-use facilities, trail access, and a major Event Center. Phase 3 builds on this momentum by expanding the resort’s ATV-focused amenities and services, creating a more visitor-ready destination for riders, families, and day-use guests. One of the primary components of this phase is a new Welcome Center (#2), which functions as the main information, camp store, and service hub for the resort. This facility will provide guests with orientation materials, trail information, safety guidance, and connections to nearby recreation opportunities throughout the Upper Kanawha Valley. The Welcome Center also includes rental services, allowing visitors without their own off-road vehicles to experience the trail system. An on-site fueling station (#2) and nearby tire repair and mechanic shop (#3) provide easy refueling access and repair services for unexpected breakdowns.

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ATVs Must Enter Wash When Returning from Trails

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The Upper RV Campground also introduces two amenity areas that support both active recreation and family-oriented gatherings. One amenity area (#3) includes pickleball courts and a pavilion, providing a flexible space for recreation and social activity among campground guests. A second, more family-focused amenity area (#4) includes a playground, group campfire areas, and an additional picnic pavilion, creating a shared destination for families and small groups staying in the campground. A dedicated ATV trail connection links this ridgetop lodging area back to the resort’s trail system, Town Center, Event Center, and other major amenities, allowing guests to move easily between overnight accommodations, recreational experiences, and the broader resort environment.

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As resort visitation grows through the earlier phases, Phase 4 expands the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort’s overnight lodging capacity onto a ridge north of the Event Center. This area takes advantage of the site’s existing landform and expansive mountaintop views, extending the campground experience beyond the Main RV Campground while offering a quieter, more scenic lodging setting that remains closely connected to the larger resort. The phase includes 50 ATV-oriented RV sites (#1) and 25 cabins (#5), all positioned to respond to the ridge alignment and capture surrounding viewsheds. Similar to the Main RV Campground in Phase 1, the RV sites are oversized to accommodate campers, tow vehicles, ATVs, and additional guest parking, creating a layout tailored to the needs of ATV resort users.

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ATV Oriented RV Site, typ. (50 Units)

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Pickleball Court Amenity Area with Pavilion

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Similar to the Main RV Campground, Cabin Groups Can Feature Pre-Fabricated Units with Different Themes.

Phase 5 - Event Center with Hotel

Ph. 4 Upper RV Campground

As the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort continues to grow and the Event Center becomes an established regional venue, demand for additional lodging and premium overnight experiences is expected to increase. Phase 5 responds to this growth by converting a portion of the event parking area into a 120 room, 4-story hotel. Positioned near the Event Center, the hotel creates a convenient lodging option for event attendees, resort guests, and visitors seeking a higher level of accommodation. Located in a prime mountaintop setting, the hotel takes advantage of scenic West Virginia mountain views and viewsheds across the Kanawha River Valley, further strengthening the resort’s connection to its surrounding landscape.

Ph. 2 Event Center

In addition to supporting the Event Center, the hotel is envisioned as an event destination of its own. Two outdoor event plazas provide flexible spaces for weddings, reunions, private gatherings, and resort programming. One plaza includes a gazebo, overlook areas, and space for tables and seating, with designed overlooks creating prime photo opportunities. The second plaza offers additional flexible event space, a movable stage, and an outdoor bar to support larger outdoor gatherings. Between these plazas, a series of hotel amenities, including fire pits, giant swings, ping pong tables, and a bocce court create places for guests to relax, gather, and extend their stay beyond a single event. Together, these features allow the hotel to function both as a supporting amenity for major resort events and as a standalone venue for smaller celebrations and private functions.

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The implementation of the hotel represents an important step in the resort’s continued maturation. By expanding lodging capacity, diversifying overnight options, and adding new event-oriented amenities, Phase 5 helps increase the number of visitors staying on site for longer periods of time. This growing visitor base will help create the activity and demand needed to support future commercial and retail programming in Phase 6, including restaurants, shops, and other guestserving businesses. In this way, the hotel not only supports continued resort growth, but also helps establish the critical mass needed for Appalachian Outlaw Trails to evolve into a complete destination environment.

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Phase 6 - Town Center Phase 6 completes the Appalachian Outlaw Trails Resort with the creation of the Town Center, the social, commercial, and pedestrian-oriented heart of the destination. This phase introduces the commercial, dining, retail, and guest-serving amenities required to create a complete visitor experience. Restaurants, shops, eateries, and other commercial establishments are organized around a centralized pedestrian environment, creating a place where guests can gather before or after riding, spend time between events, and access everyday resort services without leaving the property. Proposed restaurants and shops (#6/7) are designed with outdoor decks that allow visitors to watch ATV riders move through the resort, observe surrounding recreation activity, and take in views of the mountain landscape. At the heart of the Town Center is a trail gateway (#10) where ATV-dedicated paths converge, providing a centralized access point near main site amenities. The Town Center is intended to function as a walkable social core, supported by sidewalks and pedestrian paths that connect to the Event Center, Welcome Center, Main RV Campground, lodging areas, and other resort amenities. Design details within the Town Center create an opportunity to establish a strong sense of place rooted in the site’s history. A central boardwalk-style pedestrian walkway (#4) can recall the character of historic coal company towns, while building facades may incorporate materials, forms, and architectural details that reinforce this regional identity. At the trail gateway, repurposed mining infrastructure or equipment, such as a coal elevator, can become a signature art feature, wayfinding element, and symbolic entrance to the trail system. This approach allows the Town Center to do more than provide commercial services; it becomes a storytelling environment that connects the resort’s future as an outdoor recreation destination to the land’s mining past. By integrating heritagebased design elements into the public realm, the Town Center can create a memorable arrival experience, strengthen the Appalachian Outlaw Trails brand, and give visitors a clearer understanding of the landscape’s transformation from former mineland to regional recreation asset. Finally, additional lodging is introduced around the Town Center to create the density required to establish an active village environment and support stays within the heart of the resort. This includes 11 cabins (#11) located within the Town Center near shops and restaurants, 11 ATV-oriented cabins (#16) positioned along ATV access trails, and the conversion of a row of Phase 1 RV sites from the Main RV Campground into additional lodging cabins or homes. These converted lodging units include two cabin villages totaling 24 units (#12), two larger four-bedroom cabins designed to support families or larger groups (#15), and 10 two- or three-story townhomes (#13) that frame views toward the trail gateway. Flexible parking areas (#14) are provided to accommodate the range of vehicles visitors may bring, including personal vehicles, trucks, trailers, and ATVs. Together, the mix of lodging, dining, retail, trail access, pedestrian spaces, and heritage-based design completes the resort experience and establishes the Town Center as the social, commercial, and visual heart of AOT.

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Town Center Business - Commercial Retail Space for Small Shops

Town Center Business - Flex-Use Building Based on Future Demand

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Flexible Parking Areas for Personal Vehicles, Trucks, Trailers, ATVs, etc.

Larger 4 - Bedroom Cabin to Support 15 Bigger Groups (2 Units)

ATV - Oriented Post Card/Tiny Cabins with Direct Trail Connection (11 Units)

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Welcome Center, Rental Center, and Fueling (Phase 3)

Tire Repair and Maintenance Center (Phase 3)

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Appalachian Outlaw Trails Main Resort Area Implementation Phasing

Note on Proposed, Future Residential Development: Residential development within and adjacent to the AOT Resort presents a strong opportunity to support the destination’s long-term success while addressing broader regional needs for housing, workforce attraction, and recreation-oriented living. As the resort matures, lease-based and homeownership opportunities could allow employees, long-term visitors, and outdoor recreation enthusiasts to establish a year-round presence near the trail system. By enabling private investment in land and cabin development, this model could create a significant revenue stream for the resort while serving as an economic driver for the surrounding region. Over time, this residential base would strengthen AOT’s operational model by supporting a recreation-based community with a built-in customer base for on-site commercial and retail establishments.

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The phasing strategy for the Appalachian Outlaw Trails (AOT) Resort is designed to support early implementation while allowing the destination to gradually grow in a logical, market-responsive way. The following phasing begins with the essential lodging, arrival, day-use, and support facilities needed to open alongside the planned ATV trail system. This allows AOT to begin serving riders and visitors early, while establishing the operational foundation for future success.

Together, the phased approach transforms the former mineland incrementally into a complete destination resort. Early phases prioritize functionality and trail support, while later phases diversify the visitor experience, strengthen the AOT brand, and create the critical mass needed to support long-term commercial activity. This strategy completes phase 1 of the 4-phase project vision, allowing AOT to respond to demand over time while advancing the broader Upper Kanawha Valley vision for recreation-based tourism, sustainable mineland redevelopment, and regional economic opportunity.

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This masterplan proposes the following phasing strategy: • Phase 1: Main RV Campground, Resort Check- In, and Day Use Facilities - Establishes the initial operational foundation of the resort, providing lodging, parking, and amenity/ facility infrastructure needed to support the opening of the ATV trail system. • Phase 2: Event Center and Support Parking - Introduces a major resort anchor, diversifying AOT from an ATV trail and campground attraction into a regional venue. The phase provides event support facilities, premium event-viewing cabins, parking, and a parking/shuttle system. • Phase 3: Welcome Center and ATV Amenities - Enhances AOT’s ATV services through the addition of a Welcome Center, camp store, rental services, fueling, mechanic support, rider training areas, and ATV wash facility. • Phase 4: Upper RV Campground - Expands overnight lodging onto a scenic ridge north of the Event Center with additional ATV-oriented RV sites and cabins. • Phase 5: Event Center Hotel - Responds to growing resort and event demand by converting a portion of the Event Center parking area into a hotel that provides premium lodging near the venue. Design allows the hotel to support major resort events while also functioning as a stand-alone venue for weddings, reunions, and private gatherings. • Phase 6: Town Center - Completes the resort with the creation of a pedestrian-oriented commercial and social core with restaurants, shops, eateries, trail access, and heritage-based design elements. Additional cabins, townhomes, and flexible parking areas create a villagelike setting and establish the Town Center as the social, commercial, and visual heart of Appalachian Outlaw Trails.

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