Four Seasons at the New River Gorge

As the flowers begin to bloom and the robins return to the forests, a must see is Grandview. 

Grandview is a great place to see the spectacular displays of Catawba rhododendrons that bloom here every spring. The purple Catawba rhododendrons bloom in mid May, while the white great rhododendrons bloom in July. The exact bloom times are not always consistent year to year, so check with a ranger at one of our visitor centers. 

The Grandview section of the park includes overlooks of the New River, a visitor center (open seasonally), five hiking trails, ranger-led walks and talks, summer outdoor dramas, and picnic areas with playgrounds.

Nothing feels better than looking at the amazing views and feeling the burst of life right in front of you.

While summertime in West Virginia is primetime New River season, don’t miss out on rafting this classic stretch during the fall! The New River Gorge fall foliage comes to life as it earned attention from Forbes for its colors and epic New River rapids. The 1,000 foot canyon lights up in a stunning display of changing colors every fall, and with fewer people rafting in the fall, you’ll experience a more secluded adventure. 

Also, you don’t want one of the most daredevil events WV calls home. The third Saturday of October, the New River Gorge Bridge shuts down to vehicular traffic, and thousands of people watch as BASE jumpers from around the world jump 876 into the canyon below. It’s truly a sight to behold.