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Have you seen all the crazy AI images on Facebook that claim to be pictures of the New River Gorge Bridge? These make-believe photos crack us up. The actual New River Gorge Bridge is a beautiful engineering marvel that needs no enhancement . . . BUT . . . there is another real bridge in […]
Rail trails (former railroad corridors that have been converted for hiking & biking) often have three tremendous advantages over regular hiking trails. First, rail trails often contain substantial infrastructure left behind by the railroad companies, like trestle bridges over creeks. These provide easy access to rugged areas of the forest. Second, railroad corridors were built […]
Recently a host of national travel publications have included the New River Gorge National Park in their lists of the best parks to visit for fall foliage. We couldn’t agree more! Her are our trips for making the most of your New River Gorge leaf peeping adventure!
New River Gorge National Park is best known for its world-class whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and adventure activities, but it’s the lush Appalachian forest that makes this place so enchanting.
We’ve been on every trail in New River Gorge National Park. These are our favorites (directions to trailheads included). – This is 4/10 in our Top 10 blog post series celebrating our 10th anniversary.
Quick trips are nice, but you’ll regret not staying longer. Use our 5-day itinerary to truly explore New River Gorge National Park – the natural beauty, the history, and the culture!
Of all the New River Gorge National Park trails, The Endless Wall Trail has the most character and diversity. From the serenity of an ancient Hemlock forest to the pulse-quickening views from atop the cliffs overlooking the Gorge, it provides the casual hiker with a taste of everything that makes The New River Gorge National […]
The moon has received a lot of attention since the pandemic with many folks, including us, learning to follow its cycles to practice mindfulness and, ironically, stay grounded. Through our efforts, we found that following the moon is also a great way to gain a deeper understanding of nature and this place we call home. […]
Grandview: While the view is indeed grand, there is much more to appreciate about this section of New River Gorge National Park than just the dramatic vista of its main overlook. Here’s all the info you need to include Grandview in your NRG itinerary.
Discover the beauty, nature, and history of the New River Gorge on a guilded forest walk with WV naturalists. Learn more about New RIver Gorge Eco Tours here!
