New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
National Park & Preserve West Virginia
A rugged, whitewater river flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on the continent. The park encompasses over 70,000 acres of land along the New River, is rich in cultural and natural history, and offers an abundance of scenic and recreational opportunities.
Entry Fees
No additional fees
Weather Information
Weather in the Appalachian Mountains can be unpredictable and can change quickly. Always be prepared for the possibility of sudden storms. Weather in the mountains is often cooler and wetter than the surrounding area. On average, the warmest month is July. The maximum average precipitation also occurs in July.
Address
104 Main Street, Glen Jean, WV 25846
Activities & Topics
Arts and Culture Theater Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Astronomy Biking Mountain Biking Road Biking Boating Camping Backcountry Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Car or Front Country Camping Group Camping RV Camping Climbing Rock Climbing Fishing Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Self-Guided Tours - Auto Hiking Backcountry Hiking Front-Country Hiking Horse Trekking Horseback Riding Hunting and Gathering Hunting Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Stand Up Paddleboarding Whitewater Rafting Junior Ranger Program Playground Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store African American Heritage Arts Farming and Agriculture Industry Mining Laborer and Worker Labor Movement Military US Army Native American Heritage Schools and Education Transportation Bridges Trains and Railroads Tragic Events Explosions Wars and Conflicts Korean War Animals Birds Fish Tortoises and Turtles Climate Change Fire Forests and Woodlands Deciduous Forests Geology Mountains River and Riparian Rock Landscapes and Features Scenic Views Trails Unique Species Rare Endangered Watersheds
Contact Information
Operating Hours
wednesday
All Day
monday
All Day
thursday
All Day
sunday
All Day
tuesday
All Day
friday
All Day
saturday
All Day