New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is completely free to visit and follows the course of the New River. With gorgeous autumn foliage, fall is one of the best times to visit the park—spring ...

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. (WOWK) — As the new federal fiscal year 2026 begins on Oct. 1, national parks across the country are preparing for big budget cuts coming their way, including America’s 63rd and ...

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — A record 1.8 million people spent time in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in 2024, marking a nearly 50% increase in visitation in the four years since the Gorge became ...

FAIRMONT — While most critical payments won’t be halted by the government during the federal shutdown, one of West Virginia’s growth industries may experience some pain. “The other main impact might ...

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Despite the federal government shutdown, the Canyon Rim and Sandstone visitors centers within the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve are open today. Governor Patrick ...