![]() ![]() It's class III-V rapids, including one waterfall that will leave you drenched. The Upper Gauley River is an extreme rafting ride, not for the inexperienced. In my opinion, the Gauley is also more scenic than the New River.but don't take my word for it, try both! The Lower Gauley River (typically rafted in the fall) is high adventure class III-IV rapids. #NEW RIVER GORGE PLUS#You'll get a few thrills plus lots of chances to jump into natural pools and go for a swim. The Lower New River tackles class II-IV rapids and is good for anyone except small children. You can rent inner tubes and head out lazy river style, go in a guided raft (to enjoy the scenery and search for bald eagles), or grab an inflatable "ducky" kayak to paddle yourself. The Upper New River is a calm section of river with a few mild waves. ![]() There are actually a few options for rafting in this region and all of them are a ton of fun. Since this park is brand new, it’s not yet determined what activities will officially be allowed within park boundaries and which ones will be right outside but it’s safe to say that travelers can squeeze them all in anyway.Ĭonsidering how many people are easily within a day’s drive of the new park, there’s really no excuse not to go. The New River Gorge starts there and then tacks on some pretty epic adventures. Other national parks focus on hiking, camping, scenic drives, and wildlife watching. What makes this part of West Virginia special (and why I like it so much) is that there’s an endless supply of sightDOING. If you ask me, the New River Gorge is far more interesting than some of the existing national parks on the east coast - Shenandoah and Cuyahoga, I’m looking at you - and this is your opportunity to visit before the rest of the world catches on. You’ll Love the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve (or at least, I do!)įrankly, this is a long time coming. While we were all wondering if we’d get $600, Congress upgraded the region’s status as a national river (which means practically nothing) to a full-blown national park: our nation’s 63rd. Nope, West Virginia is finally getting the attention it deserves and (hopefully) other people will learn what I’ve known all along: that it’s the best state for outdoor adventure anywhere on the east coast.īuried in the pandemic relief package is legislation that designates the New River Gorge as a national park. The state is in the news and not for a miserable, hateful reason. When people do acknowledge its presence, its usually to put it on the wrong side of a joke or to perpetuate a stereotype that lost any semblance of truth a hundred years ago.īut this week West Virginia finally caught a break. Most of the time, it’s forgotten about or maybe purposely ignored. ![]()
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