From the gorge to our incredible state parks, the views and the terrain make this an optimum place to visit for those seeking a hiking adventure. From fine art to folk crafts, there are plenty of shops around the gorge to let your shopping bug run wild. Whether you prefer the lap of luxury at the new river gorge preserve, a taste of west virginias history in a log cottage, the charm of amish built cabins, you will find a space at our resort that will meet both your needs and expectations. May 09, 2015 west virginia is loaded with waterfalls. Around every bend of the river or curve in a trail, theres a new adventure waiting. Best trails in new river gorge national river west virginia.
New river gorge west virginia travel and vacation planning. New river gorge west virginia 2020 all you need to know. These scenic hikes in west virginia are best traversed with a buddy and effective hiking gear, though kidfriendly and easy options have been noted. Road trip from dc to the new river gorge, west virginia. In addition to the the new river gorge national river, southern west virginia also shares a portion of the allegheny and appalachian trails, as well as the greenbrier river trail that stretches 77 miles. Fly far above the ground and far above the tops of the trees. The waterfalls of laurel creek along west virginias scenic ride into the new river gorge february 4, 2017 february 4, 2017 waterfallshiker on my first waterfall trip to west virginia a few years back, i passed some waterfalls along wv 16 on my way to see cathedral falls in gauley bridge, along us 60. The new river gorge bridge is a steel arch bridge 3,030 feet 924 m long over the new river gorge near fayetteville, west virginia, in the appalachian mountains of the eastern united states. The waterfalls of laurel creek along west virginias.
New river gorge trail guide, steve cater any list of books about the new river gorge must include a trail guide. The zips start small on gravity, but quickly grow to 1800 feet on the third line and. Pat goodman put together this quality video documenting the action. Ever been at a crag and not been able to find the route you wanted. Included in the book is a black and white pullout guidebook with maps, directions, difficulty levels and gps coordinates to each waterfall pictured. See more ideas about new river gorge, new river and west virginia. A rugged, whitewater river flowing northward through deep canyons, the new river is among the oldest rivers on the continent. There are now two books for the newest release of mike williams awesome guidebooks. Mints bicentennial commemorative quarter for west virginia. The new river gorge national river is a unit of the united states national park service designed to protect and maintain the new river gorge in southern west virginia. The new river gorge is such a beautiful place that it is often said photos dont do it justice.
One of the most diverse outdoor recreation centers in the world, the gorge is a great place to hike or bike for breathtaking scenery, historic spots and challenges for all skill levels. New river gorge bridge fayetteville all you need to. Take in scenic vistas from the end of a hike through the woods. West virginia natural landmark new river gorge national. The park encompasses over 70,000 acres of land along the new river, is rich in cultural and natural history, and offers an abundance of scenic and recreational opportunities. Drawn to the rim of the new river gorge by worldclass whitewater, rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking, the. From shenandoah national park to new river gorge national river, from the monongahela national forest to the george washington and jefferson national forest, this book has a waterfall to fit any readers mood or sense of adventure. Southern west virginias new river gorge national river includes dozens of waterfalls, some easier to reach than others. The new river gorge is the place you want to go to find the otherwise unfindable. Hiking the new river gorge in west virginia mountain hiking. West virginia became the 35th state on june 20, 1863. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Near radford, virginia, the new river is dammed to form claytor. Each national park is preserved for its individual beauty. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible yearround. The new river gorge been the setting of so many adventures throughout the years, but its not just the rivers, cliffs, and the wilderness that have created the adventure, but also the people who has lived, visited, and explored our little corner of west virginia. New river gorge national river national park foundation. Take a road trip to the best waterfalls in west virginia. Matt wilder making the first ascent of eye of the beholder, a d gear line. This is cathedral falls and it is one of the most scenic and. Gorge view park, and the exclusive, easily accessible network of natural surface trails that lead to panoramic gorge overlooks, forest cathedrals, and once secret waterfalls, will entice residents. Among the relatively simple is butcher branch falls, which, despite being less than a halfmile from the kaymoor top trailhead, is rarely crowded. The new river gorge gateway center is pet friendly.
Sep 05, 2006 the greater new river gorge region is one of the easts largest, most diverse, and highest quality climbing areas. The greater new river gorge region is one of the easts largest, most diverse, and highest quality climbing areas. Beautiful new river gorge national park a place to revisit. This full color, coffeetable style book features over 100 images of the waterfalls of the new river gorge region of west virginia, as well as full color maps to each section of the new river gorge. Whether you prefer the lap of luxury at the new river gorge preserve, a taste of west virginia s history in a log cottage, the charm of amish built cabins, you will find a space at our resort that will meet both your needs and expectations.
New river gorge preserve, fayetteville west virginia. West virginias new river gorge an ultimate winter retreat. New river, river formed by the junction of north and south forks in ashe county, northwestern north carolina, u. The best waterfalls in west virginia are accessible by way of this curated road trip experience that will take you through the heart of the state and back again. It flows north across virginia into west virginia and joins the gauley river, there dammed for hydropower, after a course of 255 miles 410 km, to form the kanawha river in southcentral west virginia. Go to hawks nest state park and head down to the river. Visitors can take a scenic drive along the new river from hinton to sandstone, and take in the beautiful views of the falls and the river. This waterfall travels on a park tram path, which is rather different from all the other waterfalls in west virginia. The new river gorge my coauthor, ed rehbein, and i share beautiful photos as well as personal recollections and anecdotes of our time spent capturing each waterfall. Wildflower weekend coming to new river gorge national. Hiking at new river gorge new river gorge national river.
West virginia has become the zip line capital of america, and with two separate zip tours, plus unique adventures like bridge walk and timbertrek adventure park, adventures on the gorge is the aerial fun capital of west virginia. About a mile east of gauley bridge youll find cane branch, a small tributary of the new river. With an arch 1,700 feet 518 m long, the new river gorge bridge was the worlds longest singlespan arch bridge for 26 years. Ride some of the best whitewater on the east coast.
For important health and safety updates click here around every bend of the river or curve in a trail, theres a new adventure waiting. Matt wilder on eye of the beholder at the new river gorge. See more ideas about west virginia waterfalls, west virginia and virginia. One day a year it is legal to jump off of this astoundingly tall bridge that spans an appalachian gorge. I do not know why until this point, i have only made 1 visit into this area.
The moderately difficult hike drops 150 feet from the western rim of new river. The park and surrounding area are rich in cultural and natural history, with an abundance of scenic and recreational opportunities. A weekend itinerary to explore west virginias waterfalls. Its all hereless than a days drive away for over 60% of the. It wasn t until i experienced these glorious masterpieces through the pages of west virginia waterfalls.
New river gorge west virginia will continue to amaze us we did the canaan valley area last time and this time new river gorge we stayed in summersville, which was a great central location at the. New river gorge national river provides a variety of different trails throughout the park. Disc golf courses adventures on the gorge has a popular course that is located right out of their parking lot. Southern west virginia and the new river gorge are goldmines of opportunity for the adventurous traveler with a wide variety of attractions, events and historical points of interest on top of excellent outdoor activities, like whitewater rafting, rock climbing, fishing, mountain biking, atv tours, horseback riding and more. This full color, coffeetable style book features over 100 images of the waterfalls of the new river. One for the nrg proper and the other includes the meadow and summersville lake crags. Established in 1978, the npsprotected area stretches for 53 miles 85 km from just downstream of hinton to hawks nest state park near ansted. The best books about the new river gorge new river gorge. Butcher branch falls new river gorge national river, wv. Jul 14, 2018 southern west virginias new river gorge national river includes dozens of waterfalls, some easier to reach than others. Fox branch falls is an incredibly beautiful waterfall located in west virginia close to hawks nest lake. Waterfalls of virginia and west virginia is the only guidebook to the waterfalls of these two states. New river gorge west virginia 2020 all you need to. New river gorge real estate the common bond among preserve residents will be affection for this wild landscape and its casual, congenial lifestyle.
Peaceful forest trails, superb overlooks, and historic scenery are all found here. Head to new river gorge national river for wildflower weekend and a glimpse of bloodrootnps, jodi frenchburr if, after the long, snowy and cold winter, youre ready for some colorful spring wildflowers, consider heading to new river gorge national river in west virginia this weekend for the 12th annual new river gorge wildflower weekend. Climbing in the new river gorge, the new river gorge. Heres the perfect weekend itinerary if you love exploring west virginias waterfalls. New river gorge preserve new river gorge real estate. This trip will take you to a few of the best, however. Stay up to date with latest routes that are being put up and you dont have to lug around those heavy paperweights. You wont be able to see all of west virginias waterfalls in a weekend. An outdoor playground with unmatched whitewater, climbing, and natural beauty. May 24, 2014 beautiful new river gorge national park a place to revisit.
View all hotels near new river gorge bridge on tripadvisor. Regarding attractions and sights, briefly, sandstone falls, one of the nicest in west virginia is about four miles downstream along the new river gorge. This new route is the righthand finish to welcome to beauty. With an arch 1,700 feet 518 m long, the new river gorge bridge was for many years the worlds longest singlespan arch bridge.
One place visitors might not expect to find good shopping is at the local whitewater outfitters shops. Hiking at new river gorge new river gorge national river u. This site is set up to correspond with the regions set up by the west virginia department of commerce. New river gorge national river conserves over 70,000 acres of land along the new river between the towns of hinton and fayetteville. Rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and camping are highly popular activities. Rakkup the mobile guidebook for the nrg stroker of pens. New river gorge bridge fayetteville all you need to know. Winner usa book news best book awardsbest nature photography. Here, it makes a dramatic final plunge out of the mountains on its way to the river. Sep 20, 2012 about a mile east of gauley bridge youll find cane branch, a small tributary of the new river. Vacationers arrive at cabin on the new river gorge near fayetteville, w. Zig and zag over more than one and a half miles of zip line back and forth across a giant mountain bowl. The new river makes its transition from flatlands into a gorge in a dramatic fashion a wide, cascading series of river wide falls that drop around 20 feet.
Ed rehbein and randy sanger have successfully captured not only the beauty of these waterfalls, but the emotion and the majesty they impart. The captions bring a vivid experience through the personal thoughts of the photographers as they make their way through the wilderness to the falls. Signed copies of the book are available at in our multiaward winning book west virginia waterfalls. Photo courtesy adventures on the gorge though whitewater rafting on the new river may have ended for the season, winter in the new river gorge is an ideal time for woodland retreats, says a spokesman for one of the regions chief outdoorrecreation resorts. You will head into new river gorge in order to reach fox branch falls, which is a steep path that approaches new river. The new river gorge that i could truly appreciate the natural beauty of the mountain state. The trails available consist of park service trails that are marked and maintained, trails within lands administered by state parks, and undeveloped trails and abandoned roads. New river gorge bridge fayetteville, west virginia atlas. Looking for a great trail in new river gorge national river, west virginia. Also two of west virginias finest state parks are a half hour away pipestem and grandview. There are several waterfalls, four visitors centers, a wooden walk down to see the bridge, we took the winding scenic trail to the bottom bridge and saw the train pass as well as many kayakers on the river. Jan 06, 2017 new river gorge bridge, west virginia. Nestled in the heart of west virginia, adventures on the gorge has combined a premier location, industry expertise, and a deep enthusiasm for adventure to create a vacation experience unlike any other.