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A steep but exciting trail leading to fantastic views of the New River Gorge Bridge


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Map Key

0.7

Miles

1.2

KM

Point to Point

1,707' 520 m

High

1,461' 445 m

Low

124' 38 m

Up

249' 76 m

Down

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

29%

Max Grade (16°)

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Family Friendly While the descent into the gorge could prove challenging to children, the views of the bridge and the New River Gorge can be worth it.

Description

Looking for a hike with stunning photo opportunities of the New River Gorge Bridge? Go no further than the Bridge Trail. From the trailhead off Fayette Station Rd., head east, climbing moderately for 0.4 miles before plunging sharply into a series of switchbacks clinging to the gorge rim. Continue down the trail, being sure to watch your footing on the rock-laden tread, until reaching a flat section of trail directly under the bridge. Take your time, and marvel at the feat of construction above you.

Once you've taken in this scenic and famous bridge, you have the option of returning the way you came, or continuing onward to the trail junction with the Fayetteville Trail.

Contacts

Land Manager: NPS - New River Gorge

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Hunter R

Trail Ratings

  4.0 from 7 votes

#4

in Fayetteville

#11307

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Trail Rankings

#4

in Fayetteville

#97

in West Virginia

#11,307

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Photos

View from under New Bridge on the Bridge Trail
Jul 14, 2021 near Fayette…, WV
Passing under the New River Gorge Bridge.
Jun 22, 2020 near Fayette…, WV

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Oct 5, 2022
Tom Herr
Trail climbs over a ridge then meanders under the bridge without a viewpoint. Beautiful walk in the woods with huge rocks on the other side. 1.4mi
Aug 8, 2022
Kelly Simms
Jun 29, 2022
Keith Barker
May 19, 2022
Sean Whitty
May 19, 2022
Ruth S
Sep 26, 2021
Susan Santos
1.5mi
Aug 14, 2021
Terrence McMillian
Jul 16, 2021
Matt Pickerel
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