New River Gorge Bridge

Common questions about New River Gorge Bridge

• Where is New River Gorge Bridge?

  New River Gorge Bridge is at 162 Visitor Center Rd, Lansing, WV 25862, West Virginia. It sits along US-19, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.

• What are the hours at New River Gorge Bridge?

  Typical hours: Visitor center 9am–5pm daily; bridge always visible. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's New River Gorge Bridge like to visit on a family road trip?

  America's newest National Park (designated 2020) and the best photo stop you'll make all trip. The bridge soars 876 feet over the New River — when it opened in 1977 it was the longest steel single-arch in the world. The Canyon Rim Visitor Center has the iconic overlook (a five-minute walk from the parking lot down a wooden boardwalk to the photo platform), free admission, clean restrooms, and a small museum. Bridge Day (third Saturday in October) closes the bridge for BASE jumpers — book ahead. Off US-19, a ten-minute detour from I-77.

• Is New River Gorge Bridge family-friendly?

  Yes — New River Gorge Bridge earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.

• How long should families plan to stay at New River Gorge Bridge?

  Most families spend an hour or two at New River Gorge Bridge, depending on kid stamina and weather.