• New River flowing through the gorge

    New River Gorge

    National River West Virginia

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  • Rend Trail closure

    Repairs to the stone retention wall will cause closures from June through September, 2013. More »

  • Glade Creek Closures in Effect

    Sections of the Glade Creek area will be periodically closed in June and July as the NPS prepares for projects to increase accessibility in popular sites in the Middle Gorge. More »

Management

View of river and gorge from Grandview
Kevin N. Daley
 
Superintendent Kicklighter

The staff at New River Gorge National River, lead by Superintendent Trish Kicklighter, manages three impressive and exciting units of your National Park System; New River Gorge National River, Bluestone National Scenic River, and Gauley River National Recreation Area.

New River Gorge National River, Gauley River National Recreation Area, and Bluestone National Scenic River offer spectacular scenery and a wealth of recreational opportunities. The diversity of natural and historical resources found in these national park areas is being preserved as part of a larger family of nearly 400 nationally significant places which make up the National Park System.

As one of nearly 300 million visitors to America's national parks, we hope that you not only have a safe and enjoyable visit, but that you also take away a deeper understanding and appreciation of your role as stewards of these special places.

 
hikers

Park Planning: Check here to review park planning documents.

 
releasing a peregrine falcon into New River Gorge

Partners: Learn about the partnerships that the National Park Service relies on to help uphold our mission.

 
firefighter in front of brush fire

Fire Management: Learn more about the park's fire management policies and goals.

 
rafters on the river

Laws & Policies: Check here for park regulations and policies.

 
river rangers

Jobs: Check here for information about working for the National Park Service at New River Gorge National River.

Did You Know?

Peregrine Falcon

Between 1987 and 1991, over thirty peregrine falcons were released within New River Gorge. Think you saw one? If so, please contact the park wildlife biologist at (304) 465-6542. More...