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New River Gorge Area Attractions

White Water Rafting on the New River and Gauley River, Mountain Biking, Hiking in Hawks Nest State Park, and more.

West Virginia offers more beauty and excitement then you could even imagine. To make sure you get the most out of your West Virginia Cabin Getaway we have comprised a list of activities that we think you will enjoy.

Don't hesitate to call us up and ask us what to do on your WV vacation. We are experts in the area, we've lived here since the 1970s, and we are active outdoor enthusiasts. (We founded and ran a white water rafting company on the New and Gauley Rivers, Mountain River Tours, for goodness sake. Doesn't get more credible than that!:)

 

New Tree Canopy Zip Line Tour - Open Year Round!

WV Canopy
Tour TreeTopsVisit the newly developed Tree Canopy/zip line tour at Treetops on the Gorge.  Our canopy tour is a combination of zip lines, cable bridges and tree station platforms put together using natural surroundings in order to create the experience of a lifetime with scenery, local flora and fauna and fun.

You are able to view areas of wilderness that were once inaccessible to see otherwise. All in all this tour will guide you through 10 zip lines (5 are over 500 feet), 4 cable bridges, 2 rappels, 2 hikes and 8 crossings of Mill Creek Canyon. Call for more info as spaces are filling up quickly!

Call for special package rates:

888-712-2246

Read about our Zip Line Tour in AAA Journeys Magazine: 

Driving West Virginia's Route 60 (enter zip code: '06119' when prompted )

White Water Rafting

WV New River RaftingWhite water rafting is one of the most exhilarating experiences and thanks to experienced guides, everyone can enjoy it. The rivers in West Virginia are diverse, so rafters can pick a calmer trip on the Upper New River, or brave the rapids on the Upper and Lower Gauley. The trips are divided into different levels of skill, so this means that beginners as well as experts can enjoy the thrill of the rapids.

Class VI - Mountain River (our sister company):

www.class-vi.com
658-5266 or 800-822-1386
Trips leaving daily, full and ½ day trips, ages 7 and older.  Located within 1 mile of cabins.  Country Road Cabins Guest Discounts apply.  Learn More...

 

Ambush Paintball on the Gorge

Finally paintball where it counts!! Experience paintball in the heart of the New River Gorge. Included in this new adventure are 2 battlefields with 2 different themes. If this is a first time for paintball or if you forget your stuff at home…don’t worry we have everything you need to play.

 

Burning Rock Off-Road ATV Park

The hottest off-road destination in Southern West Virginia spans nearly 8000 acres. This new park offers 100 miles of trails with something for every skill level. Bring your own dirt bike, ATV or UTV Guided tours also available if you don’t have equipment.


State and National Parks

West Virginia has an incredible system of well-managed lakes, rivers, campgrounds, forests, and of course, cabin rentals. The splendor of the Appalachian Mountains, along with the wildlife that it supports, makes for an incredible vacation that won’t soon be forgotten. State Parks like Hawks Nest, Babcock, the Monongahela Forest and the Cranberry Glades Botanical Area are perfect for bird watching, fishing, boating and mountain biking.

State Parks

National Parks

Summersville Lake

Rock fill scenic dam, 2nd largest dam of this type in the Eastern US. 2,790 surface acres and 60 miles of shoreline. Great hiking, fishing and boat rental: 872-1331. Scuba diving:  872-1782.

Golfing

Sports enthusiasts have been golfing in West Virginia for over 120 years, and it’s no wonder. Mother Nature plays a big part in the way the links are designed. If you want a level playing field, they are available, but there’s nothing like playing on a mountain course. The locals provide interesting color at the clubs, and in just in case you need them, the courses are all located near other family attractions.
    • Brier Patch Golf Links, Beckley, WV: 304-253-4653 Home of the 642 yard par 5 “THE BEAST”. Route 19 South to Exit 44.
    • Bridge Haven Golf Course, Fayetteville, WV: 304-574-2120

Horseback Riding

Most West Virginia lodging is located near horseback riding outfitters. This means that employees know the owners personally. If you want a vacation that is diverse and well-coordinated, you won’t be disappointed in a wilderness adventure that includes modern cabins booked by reservationists who are familiar with the area. They can give you information, talk to you about packages, and book your activities for you from people they know.

Canyon Rim Ranch

http://www.canyonrimranch.com/
304-574-3111 ages 7 and older.  ATV TOURS also available at Canyon Rim Ranch for ages 16 and up. Must have valid driver’s license and security deposit required. 

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing in West Virginia is an avid sport. People travel from all over the world to climb the bare faces of the mountains that overlook the beautiful scenery of the mountain state. If you love sport climbing, then you will want to visit the New River Gorge. It is accessible for novices and experts, thanks to the great trainers that let adventurers of any skill level enjoy the sport of rock climbing.

Hard Rock Climbing Services:

http://www.hardrockclimbing.com/
304-574-0735
Beginner, intermediate and advanced 

Winter Sports: Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snow Tubing

If you are looking for some of the best slopes in the country, don’t overlook West Virginia. The state boasts different world-class resorts like Winter Place, Snowshoe Mountain, Canaan Valley and the Timberline. Skiing, snowboarding, and tubing are all popular and during ski season, there is almost always a great layer of snow in the mountains, and our West Virginia cabins are beautiful, well-appointed, comfortable and conveniently located.

Winterplace Ski Resort:

www.winterplace.com/
800-607-SNOW
A convenient 50 minute drive south via Route 19 to I-77
(exit 28 Ghent/Flat top)



Other Area Attractions:

 

Fayette County

Official website of the Fayette Country Chamber of Commerce.  Network with area businesses
http://www.fayettecounty.com

New River Gorge CVB

Official website of the New River Gorge Convention and Visitor's Bureau. Encouraging domestic, national and international travel throughout the year. http://www.newrivergorgecvb.com

Bridge Day

Official website of the New River Gorge Bridge Day.  Bridge Day is the largest extreme sports event in the world held annually on the third Saturday in October in Fayette County, West Virginia.  Hundreds of BASE jumpers and nearly 80,000 spectators are expected to attend the event. http://www.officialbridgeday.com

 

Hiking

Great trails can be found the New River Gorge area as well as the state parks. Trail maps can be obtained at the New River Gorge Bridge Visitor’s Center located on Route 19 at the bridge: 574-2115

Mountain Biking

New River Bike & Touring:
http://www.newriverbike.com/

574-2453 or 800-890-2453
Beginner to advanced trails

Fishing

Great small mouth bass fishing packages are available through Adventures Mountain River:  www.RaftToday.com

Cave Tours

Lost World Caverns, Lewisburg: www.lostworldcaverns.com/
304-645-6677

Organ Cave, Ronceverte, WV:  www.organcave.com
645-7600

 

Coal Mine Tours

Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and Youth Museum:
http://www.beckleymine.com/
256-1747

Jet Boat Rides

New River Jetboats
http://www.newriverjetboats.com/
304-469-2525

Salsa Tours

Blue Smoke Salsa at Ansted
http://www.bluesmokesalsa.com/
award winning salsa and gift baskets:
658-3800

Wineries

Daniel Vineyards, Beckley, WV:   http://www.danielvineyards.com  877-378-1990

Kirkwood Winery, Summersville, WV:  http://www.kirkwood-wine.com/ 888-498-9463

Baseball “WV POWER”

http://www.wvpower.com/
Class A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers
Charleston, WV: 344-BATS

Other Links:

Appalachian Log Structures

http://www.applog.com