New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
National park · Fayette County
West Virginia
Highlights
Discover breathtaking landscapes at this vast 70,000-acre national park, where leisurely hikes and thrilling river adventures await amid stunning views.
Discover breathtaking landscapes at this vast 70,000-acre national park, where leisurely hikes and thrilling river adventures await amid stunning views.
"One of the newest national parks in the U.S., offering winter recreation and scenic views of the New River Gorge." - Madeline Weinfield
"A national park in West Virginia known for its deep canyons and whitewater river." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s
"A highlight of West Virginia is the seemingly endless reserve of spectacular river ravines and mountain views. New River Gorge gets a special mention for its iconic bridge. With a 3,030-foot steel span that's nearly 90 stories high, it will make your heart skip a beat." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the
"A multi-day outdoor road trip from western Pennsylvania to New River Gorge National Park, including sunset ATVing and a half-day whitewater rafting through class III to V rapids. The trip was planned based on a pre-trip survey, ensuring it was tailored to the traveler's preferences."
"Animal companions are allowed on all trails within America's newest national park, leaving you with dozens of options — hike along a sandstone ridge to a view the New River Gorge Bridge or wander under a leaf-filled canopy to check out the ruins of an abandoned mining town. Pets are even permitted at the rock-climbing crag, if you've got a spare friend to help watch them." - Travel + Leisure Editors
