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New River Gorge National River, West Virginia

Looking for the best fishing in New River Gorge National River? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around New River Gorge National River. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Fishing Spots in and near New River Gorge National River

  • Richwood, West Virginia

    Backcountry Fly Fish on the Cranberry River

    The Cranberry Wilderness is one of the largest wilderness areas east of the Mississippi and offers a unique backcountry fly fishing opportunity within West Virginia. One of the best ways to access the Cranberry River to hike, explore, and fish the river is from the Cranberry River Campground. J...
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  • Pearisburg, Virginia

    Photograph Dismal Falls

    4.5
    0.1 mi / 0 ft gain
    Explorers in Southwest Virginia run into a common problem: local hikes and waterfalls are often saturated with college students out enjoying a warm day. While it's wonderful to have so many people appreciating the beauty of the Jefferson National Forest, it can be difficult to find a remote, quie...
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