We live in a state full of spectacular scenery and amazing outdoor recreational opportunities, but West Virginia’s New River Gorge stands out as one of the best of them all. And for the days when it’s just not possible to hop in the car and go visit this majestic river canyon, you can experience bits and pieces of this National River via these video tours that will help tide you through until you can be there in person.
The abandoned mining community of Nutallburg in Fayette County provides a fascinating, well-preserved glimpse into the history of our area.
New River Gorge National River/NPS
Here’s what Nutallburg looked like a hundred years ago…
New River Gorge National River/NPS …and here’s a glimpse of it now, thanks to the National Park Service.
A very popular scenic destination along the New River Gorge is Sandstone Falls near Hinton, West Virginia.
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Patrick Mueller/Flickr Even folks familiar with Sandstone Falls might learn something new from this video!
Another area in the New River Gorge National River that is rich in mining history (and full of abandoned buildings) is Thurmond.
New River Gorge National River/NPS
New River Gorge National River/NPS Tour the historic ghost town of Thurmond here:
And finally, as one of the most gorgeous overlooks in the whole state, Grandview is definitely a must see.
New River Gorge National River/NPS
Enjoy all that Grandview has to offer in the comfort of your very own home…
New River Gorge National River/NPS …but definitely plan to visit again in person as soon as you have a chance!
New River Gorge National River/NPS
…and here’s a glimpse of it now, thanks to the National Park Service.
Bo Gordy-Stith/flickr
Patrick Mueller/Flickr
Even folks familiar with Sandstone Falls might learn something new from this video!
Tour the historic ghost town of Thurmond here:
…but definitely plan to visit again in person as soon as you have a chance!
These videos are available along with a few others here on the New River Gorge National River website. Enjoy these glimpses of life along the New River Gorge National River area, including a bald eagle nest, some of the many recreational opportunities the gorge offers, and more.
And then, when you can, make sure to visit these amazing locations in person: Nutallburg , Grandview Overlook , Thurmond Station and Sandstone Falls.
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Address: Nuttallburg, WV 25840, USAAddress: Thurmond, WV 25901, USAAddress: Sandstone Falls, West Virginia 25918, USAAddress: Grandview, WV 25813, USA
