Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 246, 104 Main Street
Glen Jean, WV 25846
Contact: (304) 465-0508
Description: New River Gorge National River offers breath-taking views from the rim of the gorge and provides visitors with an opportunity to learn more about the cultural history of the area.
What To Do: New River Gorge National River has much to offer whether you are into outdoor activities or just want a relaxing experience. Here are the things you can do:
- Climbing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Whitewater rafting
- Picnic
- Birding
- Camp
- River watching
You can also visit these places while in New River Gorge:
- New River Gorge Bridge
- Thurmond
- Grandview
- Sandstone Falls
- Nuttallburg
- Fayette Station Road
- Prince
Campsites: All camping areas are located on maintained gravel roads, but are often located some distance from service stations, markets, and telephones.
The eight camping areas are:
- Stone Cliff Beach
- Army Camp
- Grandview Sandbar
- Glade Creek
- War Ridge/Backus Mountain
- Brooklyn
- Thayer
- Gauley Tailwaters
Toilets /Showers: The camping areas have limited restroom facilities.
Operating Hours: The park is open year-round.
Fees: There are no fees for camping.
More info here: https://www.nps.gov/neri/index.htm