New River Gorge National River

"The Marilyn Brown House’s location along the main route through Thurmond, and its visibility in proximity to the Fatty Lipcomb house, provide a clear visual representation comparing houses for railroad workers versus those for the managers. The Thurmond Ice House embodies a unique railroad industry structure not otherwise represented in the Thurmond Historic District, and its small size and stable condition offers opportunities for the structure to potentially be relocated and reused under a future planning effort. The Dun Glen Ark, located in the heart of Dun Glen’s day use area, represents the history of the commercial whitewater rafting industry along the New River; its stable condition and large size provide reuse potential. -- National Park Service"

@sbsulliv2000

"Established in 2020 Comprising a stunning stretch of an ancient and epic river, and the lush mountains that surround it, New River Gorge packs a punch."

@nchavotier

"Fayette County, West Virginia, United States"

@interesting

"Beau parc national, belles randos (Castle rock trail et grand view rim trail, endless wall trail, long point overlook) et spot réputé pour le rafting ! "

@audreyexplore

"Hike under tallest bridge in the world"

@nacarman8

"Welcome to America’s 63rd national park — the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Renowned for its colossal rapids and striking sandstone cliffs, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve protects 53 miles of the free-flowing New River and more than 70,000 acres of public land in the beloved Appalachian Mountains. Thrill-seekers looking to test their white-water skills on the New River can navigate a series of imposing class III to class V rapids and powerful currents in the lower (northern) gorge. Meanwhile, on the upper (southern) part of the river, visitors can float through friendlier class I to III rapids, allowing for more time sightseeing and less time fighting to stay in the raft. If you don’t have experience on the river, you don’t have to float solo – commercial outfitters conduct trips down the river from April through October. Whitewater not for you? That’s ok! Outdoor activities are abundant in the park. Visitors to New River Gorge can explore more than 50 miles of hiking trails, tackle one of the park’s 1,400 established rock climbs, or simply soak in views of this impressive sandstone gorge along one of the park’s many scenic drives. Camping in the park is primitive, but free. All nine camping areas are managed on a first-come, first-served basis and most provide access to the river for fishing and boating. For those that don’t want to rough it, several nearby towns offer a variety of lodging options, including motels, cabins, and bed and breakfasts. Fayette Station Road is an 8-mile, 100-year-old road that winds down to the bottom of the New River Gorge, across a narrow bridge, and up the other side. Along the way, you’ll take in stunning vistas of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Park your vehicle at the bottom of the bridge to take a plunge in the calm patches of water as rafters swiftly drift past. For adventurers and non-acrophobics, Bridge Walk offers guided tours of the gorge from a different vantage point: 876 feet above. Visitors are fastened onto a safety cable and walk 3,030 feet on the cast iron catwalk beneath the famous New River Gorge Bridge. On the 2- to 3-hour tour, you will have the opportunity to take in the spectacular sights of the rapids, white water rafters, sandstone cliffs, and forests. On the annual Bridge Day, more than 400 daredevils partake in BASE jumping, rappelling, or high line riding off the bridge. "

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"Long Point trail for panoramic view"

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"Newest National Park designated in 2020"

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"Canyon Rim Visitor Center. Lafayette Flats. Stay in Fayetteville or Beckley. Endless Wall Trail. Long Point trail. "

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"White Water Rafting Trip #2"

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