New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

A PLACE TO REMEMBER

Make room for the wonder.

A broad river gorge cuts through Appalachian forest beneath a celebrated steel bridge. Choose overlooks and short walks for an easy-paced day, or arrange an outfitted river adventure separately.

bend in the river — The Horseshoe Bend in the New River from Grandview
NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin · Photography credit

railroad tracks and depot — Thurmond Depot
NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin · Photography credit

BUILD YOUR OWN PARK DAY

Places to consider

01Canyon Rim area
02New River Gorge Bridge views
03Grandview

Choose the stops that suit your time and your party. These are ideas for exploring, rather than a fixed itinerary or a promise that every road, trail or facility will be open.

Before you set out

Different park areas are spread out. Choose roads suited to your vehicle and use qualified outfitters for technical river activities.

Give the day room

Allow time for the approach, parking and breaks. Pick walks for the least mobile members of your party, and leave space for weather or a change of plans.

Bring your group

Confirm vehicle access, drop-off and parking with the park. Check any guided tours, transport and accessibility arrangements before fixing the rest of the itinerary.

Official park visitor guide ↗Current conditions ↗

Check the official NPS guide for current access, fees, passes, reservations and permits. Gateway names identify useful surrounding communities or access areas, not exact entrance directions. Photographs may show earlier seasons or conditions.