Despite its name, West Virginia’s New River is actually among the oldest rivers on the continent. And not only is it home to some of the country’s best whitewater rafting, but it’s also an absolutely amazing area for hikers. One glimpse of this breathtaking area will leave you feeling like you’re on another planet.
The New River Gorge encompasses over 70,000 acres of land along the New River, and it’s truly breathtaking.
Wikipedia The park is located in the Appalachian Mountains of southern West Virginia, which is an exceptionally beautiful area.
Hike the 2.7-mile Endless Wall trail for views like these.
Joseph Grogg / alltrails.com This trail is fairly easy, but some of the pathways are narrow, so keep that in mind if you’re visiting with young children.
For a gorgeous but challenging hike, check out the Kaymoor Miner’s Trail.
Kjrsten Ruch / alltrails.com This is a steep hike down to the old Kaymore mine, but the scenery (especially the waterfall) is stunning.
You’ll never run out of things to do at New River Gorge National River.
Michael Flavin / alltrails.com And every time you see this view, you’ll feel like you’re in another world.
Wondering how the fishing is at New River Gorge? Try it yourself.
Christina Parsley / alltrails.com Public river access points are available at the Tug Creek Beach, Brooks Falls, Hellems Beach, and Sandstone Falls. Spring and fall are the best times of the year to fish here.
From the New River Gorge Bridge to Sandstone Falls, this area has so much to see.
Michael Perrow / alltrails.com If you’ve never explored the New River Gorge National River area, perhaps it’s time to pay it a visit.
We can’t guarantee you’ll fall in love with this place, but we wouldn’t be surprised if you did.
Cathryn Dippo / alltrails.com It’s the perfect place to get away from it all.
Come see why the New River Gorge is one of West Virginia’s most incredible natural wonders.
Wikipedia
The park is located in the Appalachian Mountains of southern West Virginia, which is an exceptionally beautiful area.
Joseph Grogg / alltrails.com
This trail is fairly easy, but some of the pathways are narrow, so keep that in mind if you’re visiting with young children.
Kjrsten Ruch / alltrails.com
This is a steep hike down to the old Kaymore mine, but the scenery (especially the waterfall) is stunning.
Michael Flavin / alltrails.com
And every time you see this view, you’ll feel like you’re in another world.
Christina Parsley / alltrails.com
Public river access points are available at the Tug Creek Beach, Brooks Falls, Hellems Beach, and Sandstone Falls. Spring and fall are the best times of the year to fish here.
Michael Perrow / alltrails.com
If you’ve never explored the New River Gorge National River area, perhaps it’s time to pay it a visit.
Cathryn Dippo / alltrails.com
It’s the perfect place to get away from it all.
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