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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. […]
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!
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!
A spring getaway to the New River Gorge National Park is always magical. This time of year provides the perfect opportunity to share memorable experiences against the beautiful backdrop of nature coming to life. Additionally, springtime crowds are smaller, allowing serenity on even the most popular trails (like Endless Wall and Long Point). While exploring […]
Like many people, we used to schedule most of our outdoor activities during the more temperate times of the year. Visions of verdant landscapes, blooming wildflowers, and fruiting mushrooms are what most often lure us into the woods, and those things only happen during spring, summer, and fall. A few years ago, though, we challenged […]
