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Bluestone National Scenic River

National Scenic River West Virginia

The Bluestone River and the rugged and ancient gorge it has carved is a richly diverse and scenic area of the southern Appalachians. Bluestone National Scenic River is preserved as a living landscape that provides an unspoiled experience for visitors and a haven for a variety of plants and animals. The park protects a 10.5-mile section of the Bluestone River in southern West Virginia.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Summer: Temperatures range from low to mid 60's at night to middle to upper 80's during the daytime hours. Winter: Temperatures average from the mid 20's to the mid 40's. Snowfall amount varies, but averages 5" per month Dec. - March. Spring and Fall: temperatures and rainfall variable. Peak fall foliage is usually mid-October.

Address

3405 Pipestem Drive, Pipestem, WV 25979

Activities & Topics

Biking Mountain Biking Boating Fishing Freshwater Fishing Guided Tours Hiking Hunting and Gathering Hunting Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Farming and Agriculture Animals Birds Fish Forests and Woodlands Deciduous Forests Geology Mountains River and Riparian Rock Landscapes and Features Trails