Dolly Sods Rohrbaugh Plains Loop is a premier hiking destination in Tucker County, West Virginia, covering 8.0 miles with 800ft of elevation gain. Stats: 8.0 miles, 800ft gain, Moderate. Type: Loop. Surface: Dirt/Bog. Time: 4-5 hours. Fee: Free. Dogs: Yes. Permit: No. Wildlife: snowshoe hares, white-tailed deer, black bears, red foxes, golden eagles, timber rattlesnakes. Best seasons: Summer for wildflowers on open heath barrens; fall for spectacular color and wide views. Dolly Sods Wilderness is one of the most otherworldly landscapes east of the Rockies — high-elevation heath barrens and red spruce bogs that feel more like Labrador than West Virginia. Pack plenty of water and layers. Mountain weather in the southern Appalachians can change rapidly — always check the forecast. Leave No Trace: stay on trail, pack out all waste, respect wildlife.