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2003 Marks the 25Th Anniversary of and Women Working Here in Southern West New River Gorge National River Park Guide National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior The official newspaper of Bluestone National Scenic River Gauley River National Recreation Area Three Rivers Review New River Gorge National River 25th Anniversary Edition Silver Celebration 2 Visitor Information 4Park Map 7 Features Learn more about the three rivers — Find your way around during your visit New visitor center opens at Sandstone in On November 10, 1978, New River and the three parks — that the National Park New River Gorge National River Gorge National River was authorized Service manages in southern West Virginia Emergency information and nearby parks by Congress, “For the purpose of and attractions Learn about the New River watershed and conserving and interpreting 3 Attractions how the park helps protect it outstanding natural, scenic, and historic values and objects in and Park sites and facilities that are recommended 6Out and About around New River Gorge and stops during your visit to the parks A guide to a driving tour of the park, Leave 8 25th Anniversary preserving as a free-flowing stream No Trace and safety information, and hiking A calendar of events for the 25 year anni- recommendations versary of New River Gorge National River an important segment of the New ..................................................... ..................................................... River in West Virginia for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future Welcome generations...” On behalf of the National Park Service men 2003 marks the 25th Anniversary of and women working here in southern West New River Gorge National River. Virginia, I am proud to welcome you to Much has happened in the past three impressive and exciting units of your quarter-century as the National Park National Park System. New River Gorge Service has been working to create a National River, Gauley River National “park” from areas previously mined Recreation Area, and Bluestone National or logged to fuel America’s Industrial Scenic River offer spectacular scenery and Revolution. a wealth of recreational opportunities. The diversity of natural and historical resources Over 43,000 acres of public land now found in these national park areas is being provide opportunities for hunting, preserved as part of a larger family of fishing, camping, and trail use. Visitor nationally significant places. facilities have been developed at Canyon Rim, Thurmond, Grandview, In 1916 President Woodrow Wilson signed and soon - Sandstone. Traditional the “Organic Act” which established the uses such as hiking, camping, fishing, National Park Service to administer the and hunting continue — but now bird country’s national parks and monuments, watching, mountain biking, rock with the stated purpose “…to conserve the climbing, and whitewater boating are scenery and the natural and historic objects View of the New River from Grandview Overlook among the more popular activities. and the wild life therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as important, not only for us living today, but for those generations Please join the National Park Service unborn. Their preservation is a big responsibility, and one the will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future in reflecting on the past, generations.” Today this mission is carried out in more than 380 National Park Service cannot do alone. contemplating the future, and units, which make up the National Park System. Visitors from celebrating the present! across the country and from around the world can discover these As one of nearly 300 million visitors to America’s national parks, national park lands in 49 states, the District of Columbia, American we hope that you not only have a safe and enjoyable visit, but that Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, Saipan and the Virgin Islands. you take away a deeper understanding and appreciation of your role as stewards of these special places. Please join the women and As new areas are added to the System, as development pressures men of the National Park Service and approximately 90,000 continue to surround and encroach on park boundaries, and as volunteers, in teaching and practicing good environmental concerns about our nation’s security reach new levels, it becomes stewardship and respect for our cultural heritage, not only when increasingly important to all Americans that these reminders of our visiting the parks, but wherever you live, work, or play. Only then natural and cultural heritage are safeguarded. Despite the efforts of can we hope to ensure that these same resources you and I enjoy some 20,000 permanent and seasonal National Park Service today will be left unimpaired for future generations. employees, the 83 million acres of National Park lands require increased understanding and support from each citizen, no matter Welcome to New River Gorge National River. where they reside. These special places within our National Park System have become sanctuaries for national pride, a sense of place, and renewal of mind, body, and soul. Their preservation is Superintendent Your Three Parks National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior NEW RIVER GORGE GAULEY RIVER BLUESTONE NATIONAL NATIONAL RIVER NATIONAL RECREATION AREA SCENIC RIVER New River Gorge National River was des- Established in 1988, Gauley River National In 1988, the Bluestone National Scenic ignated in 1978, protecting 53 miles of one Recreation Area protects 25 miles of the River was designated a unit of the Wild and Bluestone National Scenic River of the oldest rivers in the world. This Gauley River and 6 miles of the Meadow Scenic Rivers System, which Congress Gauley River National Recreation Area “Grand Canyon of the East” averages 1,000 River. Dropping 26 feet per mile through a established to preserve the free-flowing New River Gorge National River feet in depth and contains the most diverse gorge that averages 500 feet in depth, the condition of the nation’s rivers. This area plant species assemblage of any river gorge Gauley is a world-class destination for features a 10.5-mile segment of the Blue- Superintendent in the Southern Appalachians. Cultural whitewater boaters. stone River with virtually no vehicular Calvin F. Hite resources include prehistoric sites as well as access into the area. The most common Mailing Address remnants from the recent Industrial Age: Only about 30% of the area is in federal methods of entry are the aerial tram at P. O. Box 246 abandoned coal mines, company towns, ownership, thus, public facilities, including Pipestem State Park and the trailhead at 104 Main Street tipples and coke ovens. river access areas, are not well developed. Bluestone State Park . Glen Jean, WV 25846 The Tailwaters area of the Summersville Over one million visitors a year enjoy a full Dam offers the only public facilities at this A portion of the area is managed by the WV E-mail spectrum of recreational activities. The time. Division of Natural Resources. Wild turkey [email protected] New River is renowned for its warmwater is the featured species, and the area is fishery and outstanding whitewater boat - popular with hunters who harvest this game Internet ing. Massive sandstone cliffs challenge rock left: View of the lower New River Gorge bird in record numbers. http://www.nps.gov/neri climbers, while trails and overlooks offer center: Whitewater rafters on the Gauley River less strenuous opportunities to enjoy this Fax Number right: Bluestone National Scenic River 70,000-acre park. 304-465-0591 Park Headquarters 304-465-0508 The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the Ameri- can people so that all may experience our heritage. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Visitor Information Weather and Climate Camping ! Winters are variable, ranging from mild to frigid. Expect 50 degrees and mild, or -10 degrees New River Gorge National River provides opportunities for primitive camping only. Camping areas and blizzard conditions. are located along the river. These primitive camping areas have no drinking water or hookups, ! Spring is very unpredictable — generally mild and wet, it alternates between beautiful and and limited restroom facilities. All sites are managed on a first-come, first-served basis. There are questionable conditions. no fees for camping, but campers are required to register with a ranger at the earliest opportu- ! Summers are warm (hot?) and humid, with thunderstorms likely. nity. Stays are limited to 14 days in the same area. Developed campgrounds are available at state ! Fall is generally the driest and most stable season, with cool mornings and mild days. parks and private campgrounds throughout the surrounding area. ! Plan your trip to expect rain or thunderstorms, or snow during the winter months. ! The weather can vary greatly from one part of the park to another. This is particularly true In Case of an Emergency during the spring and summer thunderstorm season. Call 911 from any phone in the park to report emergencies. Park rangers, as well as county sher- ! Thunderstorms can be common. If caught outside during a storm, avoid high points, exposed iffs and state police, are on patrol throughout the park. Emergency care facilties and hospitals are locations, and open fields. located in Summersville, Oak Hill, Beckley,
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