New River Gorge news
All the on-the-ground news from New River Gorge: closures, conditions, reopenings and alerts that help you plan your visit.
New River Gorge: Cunard Road Closure May Affect Your Travel Plans
At New River Gorge, Cunard Road will close to vehicles for construction starting November 9, with reopening scheduled for April 2027.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
New River Gorge: Prescribed Burns in Two Park Areas This Fall
Starting October 1, 2026, New River Gorge is running prescribed burns in two areas, and here's what it means for your visit.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
New River Gorge: Bridge Day 2026 Draws Tens of Thousands of Visitors
According to WCHS, Bridge Day 2026 drew tens of thousands of spectators and several hundred BASE jumpers, the only legal BASE jumping in a U.S. national park.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
New River Gorge: Train Derailment at Thurmond Disrupts Part of the Park
At New River Gorge, a train derailment near Thurmond is disrupting access to the area during cleanup, expected to run through Friday, October 10.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
New River Gorge: Paving Work Disrupts Access to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center
A paving project on Route 19 periodically closes the entrance to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center. Here's the detour to take when it does.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
