Learn history and experience adventure along the many trails in the New River Gorge National River Area. Bike along the Kaymoor mine trail to a once-operational coal mine and explore its remains as cool breezes from the closed mine shaft revitalize your stamina to complete the trip. Travel to Thurmond to learn about our rich railroad heritage. At one time, more trains passed through Thurmond than Cincinnati, Ohio. Visit the restored train depot and learn about heydays gone by, including the longest poker game in history.
Trails are diverse in length and degree of difficulty.
Area information specialists such as the National Park Service and local convention and visitors bureau will help provide details. Guided tours and bike rentals, full or half day, are available in several shops and rafting outfitters. Multi-day trips along the Greenbrier River Trail are a popular choice. Located near Lewisburg, the trail travels along converted railroad tracks, tunnels, and bridges for 88 miles. Also following the Greenbrier River, the trail offers a variety of flora and fauna.