Cap Hatfield also used the Backbone to hide from the law for two years, protected and fed by the citizens of Matewan prior to his eventual surrender. Known for his mountain-bred trigger accuracy, Devil Anse was determined to hold off the troops as a solo crackshot, come hell or high water. The Devil’s Backbone, our namesake, is a strategic outcrop where Devil Anse Hatfield was confident he could both hide and defend himself against a regimen of Union soldiers. The Hatfield-McCoy Feud has reached mythic proportions and has come to be known worldwide, and it is the very property on which we sit that the families fought, loved, and died over. Today, family cemeteries, gravesites (including that of Jim Vance, who was also killed here), battle grounds, and historical sites still dot our property, many of which are not accessible to the general public. The property, like virtually all of the property in these hills, was mined for coal. Land, as it will, shifted hands and uses through the ages. Beginning in 1891 - as the family drama continued to unfold - our company began purchasing land from Devil Anse, Cap, Johnse, Elias, and Patterson Hatfield, along with Jim and Mary Vance. The story of Devil’s Backbone Adventure Resort begins generations ago, steeped in the cultural history of these Appalachian hills legendary for not only fierce beauty, but also unbreakable family bonds. Our pool is open! Relax around our inground pool after a long day of riding the trails.Īre you curious to see what Mingo County has to offer aside from the trails? The Backbone Company Store offers trail permits, official Hatfield McCoy Trail souvenirs, resort merchandise, ice, firewood, charcoal, drinks, beer, wine, food, trail gear, and basic necessities you may need during your stay. We also offer catering options for large groups, either at the resort or along the trails! The Tipple Tavern is a full restaurant and bar serving trail riders and guests, featuring delectable appetizers, salads, burgers, and entrees created by our Executive Chef, Amy Elizabeth Guerra. We have a wide range of accommodations including a unique heliport, cabins, We offer convenient ride-in, ride-out access and can easily accommodate large groups. Devil's Backbone Adventure Resort is the premier lodging and camping destination for visitors to the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System.
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