Place

Tunnel Trail

A wooden boardwalk passing under large overhanging cliff
The Tunnel Trail passes under large rock outcroppings

NPS/John Chapman

Quick Facts

Labeled (7) on the Grandview Area Trails map

Length

0.5 miles/0.8 km (One-way)

Difficulty

Moderate

Trail type

Hiking only

Trail Description

Cool off along Grandview's shortest and shadiest trail. The moist earth, lush vegetation, and cold-to-the-touch sandstone walls make a stroll along this forest trail a special experience, even on the hottest day. The 0.5 mile trail passes several tunnels in the rock and passes beneath a large rock overhang.

To reach trailhead

One end of the Tunnel Trail begins off the walkway to the Main Overlook, while the other end comes out near the baseball diamond and playground, off the Main Overlook parking area.

The tunnels are currently closed due to safety concerns, but the rest of the trail is open.

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

Last updated: May 3, 2022