bend in the river

West Virginia · Southeast

New River Gorge
National Park

Photo: NPS photo/Louise McLaughlin · Original photo

Some places change your perspective.

The newest national park, famous for whitewater and climbing.

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.

Park information: National Park Service.

LocationWest Virginia
Designated2020
Coordinates37.92°, -81.06°

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