Hiking Trail Guide
The New River Gorge has dozens of beautiful, high quality trails for the view-seeking wanderer to the rugged hiker.
Recent Posts
Finding Balance
What’s it like to live the climbing life, traveling overseas to summit huge mountains? We ask NRG climber and traveler Pat Goodman. All interview papers you may wish to download or read online have to go through through the additional editing.
Songbirds Aplenty
Spring birding—like, right now— in the New River Gorge is spectacular. Grab your binoculars and turn them up to the trees.
HIKING
Got cabin fever? Do what Alaskans do.
Get inspiration from residents of our northernmost state to get out and get some exercise, despite the cold.
ROCK CLIMBING
How To Build an Adventurer
A replay of a worthwhile article on getting kids outdoors to learn to do the things we love to do.
WATER SPORTS
What’s SUP?
Wondering what the fuss about Stand Up Paddleboarding is all about? Read here to find out.
The Moans and Shrieks of Semi-Frozen Trainees And Other Stories
Guide one day and you’ve got a story to tell. Read on for guide tales from the river, trail, zipline, and fishing boat.
WHITEWATER RAFTING
Three Authors, Three Picks: River, Rock, Trail
Three New River Gorge area authors pick their favorite routes, runs, and trails in the NRG
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Tips for the Trail
Turn your ride up a notch with these mountain biking tips for New River Gorge terrain.
How I Bike Down to 0 Degrees and Like It
“Are you not freezing?” “How do you stand riding when it is this cold?” “You are crazy!” I get these comments all the time.
NEW RIVER GORGE BRIDGE
Catching Things That Fall: Bridge Day River Rescue
What’s it like to be on the Bridge Day River Rescue Team, braving cold water and Snapple bombs all day? Read here to find out.