Hiking In The New River Gorge

New River Gorge Hiking

West Virginia's New River Gorge offers some the best and most unique hiking trails on the East Coast. You can explore dozens of old ghost town ruins, explore miles of cliff lines offering incredable panoramic views of a mile-wide, 1,000-foot deep gorge. You can hike along the river, on the rim of the gorge or explore the many canyons coming into the gorge. Hiking is a healthy way to share experiences and little cost.

NARR has over 30 miles of private trails that connect with the National Park trail system, offering endless opportunities to escape. Booking an adventure or staying with us gives you free access to some of the best trails in the gorge. We also offer historic and interpretive guided hikes.

Guided Heritage Hike

NARR offers customized guided hikes. If you want to explore the ruins of an old ghost town, find the perfect overlook, or trek to a remote waterfall, one of guides will help you along the way, sharing stories of the history and natural wonder the gorge has to offer. Talk to our Adventure Consultant to help you plan that perfect hike.

• Customed hikes for groups of all sizes.
• Vist historic site, waterfalls, etc.
• Our guides know the best places and the ricj history of the New River Gorge.

Hiking Maps

Hiking Map Hiking Trails of the Canyon Rim Area (New River Gorge)

River Map Explore the New River and Gauley River Recreational Areas

Thurmond Explore the historic town of Thurmond, West Virginia

National Park Service Link to New River Gorge National Park website

NARR Campus Map Map