Adventures

Your Adventure, Your Way in the New River Gorge

The New River Gorge National Park & Preserve is an adventure playground just waiting to be explored! Tackle raging rapids, soar through treetops, hike epic trails, scale towering cliffs, and paddle through pristine waters—the options are endless! And the excitement doesn’t stop there—venture beyond the Gorge with guided trips to Summersville Lake and Hawk’s Nest. Learn to kayak, conquer a rock face, or try something new. There are so many ways to play at Adventures on the Gorge!

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River

Ride the rapids or float with the flow—the river is your adventure playground! From family-friendly rafting to heart-pounding whitewater, paddle, surf, and explore the wild waters of West Virginia!

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Aerial

Take your adventure to new heights! Soar through the treetops on a zipline tour, conquer a treetop obstacle course, or walk 851 feet above the New River on the Bridge Walk!

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Land

Hit the trails, climb the cliffs, and explore the wild! Hike scenic routes, race through rugged terrain on an UTV, or scale the rock walls of the New River Gorge!

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Lake

Serene or extreme—the choice is yours! Paddle the crystal-clear waters of Summersville Lake, try stand-up paddleboarding, or cliff jump into West Virginia’s adventure oasis!

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