New River Gorge National Park
America's newest national park protects one of the oldest rivers on the continent, carving a dramatic 1,000-foot-deep gorge through the Appalachian Mountains.
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Highlights
- New River Gorge Bridge and Bridge Walk
- Endless Wall Trail
- Whitewater rafting on the New and Gauley Rivers
- Long Point Trail overlook
- Sandstone Falls
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About New River Gorge National Park
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in southern West Virginia showcases one of the oldest rivers in North America as it cuts a deep canyon through the rugged Appalachian plateau. The park is renowned for world-class whitewater rafting, rock climbing on Endless Wall, and the iconic New River Gorge Bridge, the longest steel-span arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere.
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Where to Stay
View all hotelsQuality Inn New River
$Well-rated hotel in Fayetteville with continental breakfast, on-site restaurant, seasonal outdoor pool, and pet-friendly rooms near New River Gorge Bridge.
Comfort Inn New River
$$Modern hotel near New River Gorge offering complimentary full breakfast, gym, business center, and easy access to the gorge and outdoor adventures.
Hawks Nest State Park
$$Scenic lodge with 31 rooms offering panoramic views of the New River Gorge, complimentary continental breakfast, restaurant, and private balconies.