Overview
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is in West Virginia, USA. As of 2021, it is America's newest national park.
1 places to stay
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Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jun–Sep. Summer highs reach about 70°F; winter lows dip to about 14°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Snowshoe)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- BKW Raleigh County Memorial Airport, Beaver — 12 mi away. Directions
- LWB Greenbrier Valley Airport, Lewisburg — 38 mi away. Directions
- GSO Piedmont Triad International Airport, Greensboro — 143 mi away (major hub). Directions
The nearest airports are Raleigh County Memorial Airport in Beckley. Other options include Yeager Airport in Charleston and Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport in Roanoke
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Understand
History
Landscape
Flora and fauna
Climate
Visitor information
Get in
The nearest airports are Raleigh County Memorial Airport in Beckley. Other options include Yeager Airport in Charleston and Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport in Roanoke
Do
Great rock climbing, rafting, and hiking.
Buy
The Canyon Rim and Sandstone visitor centers have book stores.
Sleep
Lodging
Camping
Stay New River Campground
RV park and campground located on the banks of the New River between Charleston and Lewisburg along US 60.
Backcountry
Stay safe
Driving to New River Gorge from the north takes you through Summersville, WV which is a known “speed trap town” looking to ticket out of state drivers going any amount over the speed limit. Summersville is not the only town in the area known for this, so make sure to watch your speed! The area is marked by a rapid drop from 65 to 50 mph on route 19, but signage will help you identify when you’re getting close.
Nearby
Oak Hill
City / town · 12 listings · 4 mi away
Fayetteville
City / town · 21 listings · 6 mi away
Beckley
City / town · 24 listings · 14 mi away
Hinton
City / town · 10 listings · 23 mi away
Summersville
City / town · 15 listings · 26 mi away
Mullens
City / town · 6 listings · 31 mi away
Clay
City / town · 9 listings · 35 mi away
Richwood
City / town · 12 listings · 35 mi away
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