Guided Activities

There is plenty of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve to explore on your own, but if you're looking for a guided experience, ranger-led programs are for you!

Whether you're here for an afternoon or multiple days of programming, park rangers are here to help you understand, appreciate, and take care of your newest national park.

There are variety of ranger programs offered throughout each week of the summer, stop in at any of New River Gorge’s four visitor centers to inquire about any daily activities taking place.

Things to know:

• All programs are beginner level and low impact.
• All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted.
• Wear comfortable walking or hiking shoes for all hikes.
• Water, snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera are useful tools to bring along.
• All activities follow Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics.
• Terrain may be uneven.
• Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• Pets must be leashed at all times while on federal land. Leash lengh may not exceed 6ft. You must clean up after your pet.

Emergent Bat Surveys at Grandview

Starting in April 2025, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is inviting volunteers to get involved in this exciting community project. Help us continue last year’s success and join us at the Grandview Bat Condo every 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday just before sunset from April through November, 2025! These surveys are conducted around sunset, the time when the nocturnal residents of our bat condo take flight! Participants should arrive 30 minutes prior to sunset and should bring a chair or blanket to sit on during the observation. No experience is needed. If interested in volunteering for this special wildlife survey, email Adrienne Jenkins adrienne_jenkins@nps.gov or call 304-465-2634 to be added to the bat condo monitoring schedule.