New River Gorge National Park
Location:
West Virginia
Size:
7,021 acres
Peak Season:
Spring & Fall
Closest Airport:
Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) – 30 min
Topography:
Gorge, River, Mountainous
Recreational Opportunities:
Whitewater Rafting – Some of the best Class IV-V rapids in the country.
Rock Climbing – Over 1,400 climbing routes on sandstone cliffs.
Hiking – Endless Wall and Long Point trails offer stunning gorge views.
Mountain Biking – The Arrowhead Trails are top-tier MTB routes.
Bridge Walks – Walk across the iconic New River Gorge Bridge for breathtaking views.
Points Of Interest:
New River Gorge Bridge: One of the most iconic landmarks in the park, offering incredible views and opportunities for bungee jumping, bridge walking, and photography.
The Long Point Trail: A popular hiking trail that leads to an overlook offering a stunning view of the gorge and river below.
Endless Wall Trail: A cliffside trail offering beautiful views of the gorge and access to rock climbing areas.
Grandview: A scenic overlook offering breathtaking views of the New River Gorge and surrounding mountains.
Top 5 Hikes:
Endless Wall Trail
Grandview Rim Trail
Long Point Trail
Kaymoor Miners Trail
Sandstone Falls Trail
Camping:
Grandview Campground – Frontcountry, open seasonally with 50 campsites and restrooms.
Meadow Creek Campground – Frontcountry, open seasonally with picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms.
Backcountry Camping – Permits required for wilderness camping in designated areas.