New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

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.

Sunrise at Diamond Point

Sun rising over the New River Gorge from Diamond Point on the Endless Wall Trail.

sun rising over the New River Gorge

New River Gorge Bridge

The New River Gorge Bridge spans across the New River.

bridge spanning the river

Horseshoe Bend from Grandview

The Horseshoe Bend in the New River from Grandview

bend in the river

Thurmond Depot

Thurmond Depot

railroad tracks and depot

Sandstone Falls

Sandstone Falls spans the New River

waterfall spanning the river

Foggy morning

Fog settles in the gorge

fog and mountains

Rhododendron at Turkey Spur

View from Turkey Spur at Grandview

pink rhododendron and view of the gorge and river

Waterfall on Dowdy Creek

Waterfall on Dowdy Creek

waterfall and stream