

Take a Walk on the Wild Side—Above the Gorge!
Harness up for Bridge Walk and trek a two-foot-wide steel catwalk beneath the New River Gorge Bridge—3,030 feet long, 876 feet high! Take in epic views, capture unforgettable photos, and learn the bridge’s history on this thrilling half-mile adventure. Shuttle return included—don’t forget to visit the New River Gorge Visitor Center after your walk!
- Ages 8+
- 2 hours
- Prices start at $84.86
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FAQs
- What’s Included What’s Included Our adventure partner, Bridge Walk, LLC, will provide expert safety instruction and all the necessary safety gear, including harnesses. They’ll also share about the bridge’s history!
- What to Wear and Bring What to Wear and Bring
You’ll want to wear closed-toed shoes and dress for the weather forecast. Wind, rain, or snow may be coming at you from the sides or below (remember, you’ll be over 800 feet above the New River Gorge)!
Cameras and phones are allowed, but they must be secured to your person. Glasses must also be secured, and lanyards for clipping valuables are available for purchase at Bridge Walk. Leave gum, food, drinks, tobacco products, unsecured car keys, and anything else you might accidentally drop into the abyss back in your vehicle.
- Where to Meet Where to Meet
Bridge Walk is owned and operated by Bridge Walk, LLC. They’re our partners, so you’ll begin your adventure at Bridge Walk’s headquarters, which is just across highway 19 from Adventures on the Gorge and walking distance from the New River Gorge National Park Visitor Center.
- Trip Time Trip Time Your adventure will last 2-3 hours. Consider the Bridge Walk as a mild hike that stretches for almost a mile long.
- Requirements and Limits Requirements and Limits
- The minimum age for this adventure is eight years old, and participants must be over 48” tall. Weight limits may exist.
- All participants should be able to walk at least two miles and be comfortable with moderate physical activity for three hours.
- Those with medical conditions (including pregnancy) should consult with their physicians prior to participating in Bridge Walk.
- Safety Safety Bridge Walk uses an extensive safety system. Everyone will be secured by harness to steel cables to ensure the safety of all guests.
- What is Bridge Day? What is Bridge Day? Every third Saturday in October, route 19 over the New River Gorge Bridge is closed. BASE jumpers, rappelers, and ziplines from across the globe gather to have fun jumping and zipping from the bridge while thousands of spectators look on from the bridge railings. You can book Bridge Walk on this day, but spots are very limited. Be sure to reserve early so you can experience seeing parachute jumpers' whiz past your position. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience!