Safety

An old safety sign at Kaymoor reminds workers to be safe.

NPS photo/Dave Bieri

 

We hope that your trip to New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will be a fun and memorable experience. Taking time to plan and prepare for your visit will better ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable time. Look over the following items to better understand some of the possible hazards and safety issues you may encounter at New River Gorge.

If you are in the park and in need of urgent assistance, please call 911.

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If you are in the park and have a non-emergency issue, please call one of our Visitor Centers:

• Canyon Rim Visitor Center (North District) - Open Daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day)

304-574-2115

• Sandsone Visitor Center (South District) - Open Daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day)

304-466-0417

• Thurmond Depot, Open Seasonally (generally Memorial Day to Labor Day)

304-465-8550

• Grandview Visitor Center, Open Seasonally (generally Memorial Day to Labor Day)

304-763-3715

 

 

 

NPS Staying Safe While Camping