Excellent Day Trip!

I came here for a day trip with some friends in early spring a few years ago. We hiked and explored much of the area and even set up hammocks for a bit of the afternoon and swam some (although the water was straight up frigid). I'd say its worth checking out the area, and if you do, be sure to go on both sides of the bridge! The visitor center is nice, but I am pretty sure we spent most of the time on the other side of the river.

Have you heard of the New River Gorge's Official Bridge Day?

I agree that the New River Gorge is a great place to visit throughout the year, but if you are in the area on Saturday, October 21, 2017 check out their Bridge Day (complete with base jumpers, rappelling, a 5k, and chili)! More information is here: https://officialbridgeday.com/

Worth It!

Definitely worth the trip, especially if you're a climber! Don't be afraid to get in your car and drive some of the smaller back roads to get different vantage points of the bridge, may find fewer people in those areas as well as stumble on climbers!

This is definitely worth a visit. There will likely be many other tourists around but the view is worth it. There is also a nice view of the New River Gorge from the back balcony in the visitor's center.

1997

Went here when I was a teenager and it really inspired me to photograph more. Absolutely stunning here.

The Bridge

One of the most amazing things you can see that man has made.