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New River Gorge National River |
Description:
A rugged, white water river, flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on the continent.
Located in southern West Virginia, New River Gorge National River was established in 1978 to conserve and protect 53 miles of the New River as a free-flowing waterway.
This unit of the National Park System encompasses over 70,000 acres of land along the New River between the towns of Hinton and Fayetteville. The park and surrounding area are rich in cultural and natural history, with an abundance of scenic and recreational opportunities.
Designations:
National River (November 10, 1978)
American Heritage River (July 30, 1998)
Accessibility:
All four visitor centers are accessible. Boardwalks with views of the New River at Canyon Rim, and at Sandstone Falls are also available. Three campgrounds (Army Camp, Grandview Sandbar, and Glade Creek) offer accessible sites.
Braille park brochures are provided at all visitor centers.
With advance notice, outfitters can accomodate many different types of disabilities on whitewater rafting trips.
The beauty of the gorge appeals to all, regardless of their ability to experience every activity.
Getting Around:
The four visitor centers, primitive campgrounds, and several dozen trailheads, and river access points are located along narrow and winding roads. Allow plenty of time to travel between locations, and use safe speeds and courtesy on one lane roads.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Camping | Climbing | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Hunting | Swimming | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Kayaking | Whitewater Rafting | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Lodging | Picnic Areas | Comfort Stations | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Mountains | And more.
Directions to New River Gorge National River
Plane:
Charleston WV, approximately 70 miles northwest of the park, is the closest major airport. Some flights are also available nearby at Beckley WV.
Car:
Highway access is from Route 19, between Beckley and Hico, and from I-64, between Mossy and Sandstone.
Public Transportation
Amtrak service is available to three locations in the park, three days a week. The Cardinal, traveling between Chicago and Washington DC, makes scheduled stops at Hinton and Prince, with Thurmond as a flag stop for passengers with reservations.
Greyhound has a bus terminal in Beckley.
Taxi services are based in Oak Hill and Beckley.
Attractions:
Babcock State Park
Hawks Nest State Park
Bluestone State Park
Pipestem State Park
Camp Creek State Park
Nearby Parks:
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in West Virginia (275 miles)
Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (275 miles)
Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (275 miles)
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Contact Information for New River Gorge National River
P. O. Box 246
Glen Jean, WV
25846-0246
Phone: 304-465-0508
Fax: 304-465-0591
Located near Hinton, Beckley, Glen Jean, and Fayetteville, WV
For more information on New River Gorge National River
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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