Welcome to the New River Gorge region of West Virginia -- the outdoor-recreation capital of the Eastern U.S. Here, you'll find an outdoors paradise renown for its whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking trails, rock climbing, skiing and fishing.

Cities, Towns,
and Communities

Explore the communities of the New River Gorge region.

News and Events

Boy Scouts acquire 10K-acre site adjoining New River Gorge
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) recently announced the purchase of 10,600 acres of land on Garden Ground Mountain, near Beckley, WV. Expected to open by 2013, the site, named "The Summit: Bechtel Family National Scouting Reserve," will serve as the permanent home for the national Scout jamboree, a new high-adventure base, and provide expanded opportunities for national leadership and outdoor skills training. Read more...
Area's Real Estate Market Enjoying Upswing
Though commercial real estate may be suffering a downturn nationally, the market in the New River Gorge region and southern West Virginia is experiencing an upswing, according to a regional expert in commercial real estate development. Read more...

Photos, Videos,
and More...

Take a virtual excursion to picturesque places and discover exciting things to do in the New River Gorge region. Visit the towns of the New River Highlands and explore the ghost towns of the New River Gorge. Meet the famous people who've influenced the area. Examine the area's rich industrial heritage and revisit a time when railroads, coal mines, and company stores blanketed the coal fields of Southern West Virginia.

Panorama view of the New River Gorge from the main overlook at Grandview Park
New River Gorge Photos

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