New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

Sun rising over the New River Gorge from Diamond Point on the Endless Wall Trail.
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.
Map showing location of park.
two musicians playing on a stage
Free Appalachian Music Performances and Ranger Talks in the National Park
Staff at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve invite the public to experience the rich musical traditions of Appalachia at a special event on Sunday, September 28, at the Cliffside Amphitheater at Grandview.
ranger at a desk looking at a map with an older man
Oral History Recordings Made Available to Public on New River Gorge NPP Website
Staff at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve are pleased to announce that oral history recordings of residents and others with knowledge of the park and region are now available for listening and downloading on the park’s website.
Tents at the Gauley Tailwaters Capground
Temporary Closure of Gauley River NRA’s Tailwaters Campground
The Tailwaters Campground in Gauley River National Recreation Area, located below Summersville Dam on the upper Gauley, will temporarily close for the beginning of ‘Gauley Season’ this year.
crumbling old building
New River Gorge NPP Releases a Finding of No Significant Impact for the Proposed Demolition of Historic Structures
The National Park Service announces a decision and release of a Finding of No Significant Impact for the Proposed Demolition of Historic Structures Environmental Assessment.
sun rising over the New River Gorge
Photo by Gary Hartley
bridge spanning the river
Photo by Gary Hartley
bend in the river
Photo by NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin
railroad tracks and depot
Photo by NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin
waterfall spanning the river
Photo by NPS photo/Carey Woods
fog and mountains
Photo by NPS photo/Leah Perkowski-Sisk
pink rhododendron and view of the gorge and river
Photo by NPS photo/Dave Bieri
waterfall and stream
Photo by Gary Hartley