In spite of the federal shutdown, Saturday proved to be one of the biggest Bridge Days in West Virginia history.

The following story details some historical background on the New River Gorge Bridge and Bridge Day as available on ...

The history of Bridge Day is the history of the bridge itself. A structure that transformed travel, reshaped the region, and ...

Access restrictions and temporary closures will take place around the New River Gorge Bridge on Bridge Day. According to a ...

Interested in learning all about West Virginia’s newest national park? Below you’ll find the ultimate guide to New River ...

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — A record 1.8 million people spent time in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in 2024, marking a nearly 50% increase in visitation in the four years since the Gorge became ...

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Visitor centers at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, closed by the federal government shutdown that took effect early Wednesday, reopened on Friday using state funds ...

Whitewater rafting along the rapids of West Virginia's New River is fueling the revival of a region that once roared to the rhythm of coal cars. Larry Nibert, a rafting guide and descendant of coal ...

America’s 63rd national park — the country’s newest — is a West Virginia gem perfect for visiting this year to see the breathtaking fall foliage. Based on the park’s location, the best time to see ...

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is completely free to visit and follows the course of the New River. With gorgeous autumn foliage, fall is one of the best times to visit the park—spring ...