New River Visitor Guide
Welcome to the New River Gorge!
Local Towns
Fayetteville, Oak Hill, Beckley, Summersville, Charleston
Fayetteville is centrally located to several other towns that have a variety of amazing opportunities for shopping, local culture, arts, delicious food, and so much more!
Downtown Fayetteville will keep you busy exploring the unique and well-curated shops, restaurants, and art gallery.
Adventure
Whitewater Rafting | Hiking | Climbing | Mountain Biking | Birding | Yoga | Fishing | Swimming | Photography
Whether you are seeking outdoor adventure or are met with a rainy or winter day, there is plenty to keep you busy!
Shopping & Dining
5-Star Pizza | Delicious Breakfast | Healthy Bowls | Ice Cream | Elevated Dining
Downtown Fayetteville offers a plethora of shopping experiences right in the center of downtown.
Dining options are centrally located as well!
DINING
Pies & Pints
Great atmosphere and plenty of options other than pizza. Located in downtown Fayetteville. Playground for kids outside.
*Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Plant Based options
Favorite: Steak & Mushroom Pie
Craft Beers & Speciality Pizzas
Secret Sandwich Society
Upscale sandwiches, salads, and sides that are always delicious with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Located in downtown Fayetteville.
*Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Plant Based options
Lauri’s Favorite: Abigail
Landon’s Favorite: Lady Bird
Speciality Sandwiches, Salads, Craft Beer, & Live Music
Food from scratch & you can tell it that care goes into it! Breakfast, coffee, a book store, and great vibes. The tots are my favorite!
Open 8:30-2:30 (closed Tuesdays)
Canary Books sits upstairs!
Lauri’s Favorite: Loaded Tots
Landon’s Favorite: AM Handheld
Breakfast & Lunch - 5 StarsWood Iron Eatery
Upscale Coffee Shop with Full MenuCathedral Cafe
Delicious breakfast, lunch, coffee & adult beverage options. Cute shop for local wares. Homemade desserts!
*Gluten Free and Plant Based options
The Take Out
Globally Inspired Fresh Food & Yumbel Ice Cream Cookie SandwichesCreative, fresh, and fueling menu options. Hand-dipped ice cream. Local fan favorite and the only spot you can get a Yumbel Cookie Company Ice Cream Sandwich!
*Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Plant Based options
Lauri’s Favorite: Waffle Cone!
Rangefinder Coffee
Amazing coffee & tea options. Great vibes. The spot to stop to snag your morning drink before your adventures.
Open daily 7AM-4PM
Lauri’s Favorite: Hot Oatmilk Latte
Top Coffee ShopElevated Dining | Casual Atmosphere
the Gaines Estate
Dinner Hours: Wednesday through Saturday 5PM-9PM
Sunday Brunch: 10:30-2PM
Simple, classic, affordable menu with elevated ambiance
Located in the heart of downtown, Southside offers delicious food options with a side of fun
Tap House, Cocktail Bar & Grill on the corner of Court Street in downtown Fayetteville. Live Music every Thursday!
Opens at 4PM on weekdays and 12PM on weekends
Taphouse & Cocktail Bar and GrillSouthSide Junction
Places to Drop in
Love, Hope, Arts Gallery
Love Hope Center for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers a variety of classes, studio space and events as well as unique exhibit space in Fayetteville, West Virginia.
In the lower level of the center, Stained Glass with Carl can be scheduled to create your own stained glass masterpiece.
Local Art
New Roots Community Farm
New Roots Community Farm is a 501(c)3 nonprofit farm and year-round farmers market based on 82 acres in Fayetteville, West Virginia.
Fresh food, local produce, tasty treats! Tuesdays are volunteer days. You can learn about the farm and help out!
Farm Market
A Variety of ClassesNew River Yoga
At New River Yoga, you’ll find mindful movement, supportive community, and a peaceful place to breathe, flow, and thrive.
Find schedule information on the MindBody App.
Take a Scenic DriveFayette Station Road
This loop takes you down under the bridge, across the river at the bottom of the gorge and back up the other side. The views are amazing and there are hiking opportunities along the way!
Outdoor Adventure
White Water Rafting
https://www.nps.gov/neri/planyourvisit/whitewater_commercial.htm
Visit one of the commercial outfitters to take a trip down the river!
Adventure on the Water!
Hiking
The National Park Service has put together an amazing list of trails and information for hiking here.
Some of our favorites are:
Endless Trail
Long Point Trail
Kaymoor Steps
Bridge Buttress Trail
Endless Trails for Your Adventures
Ride the Trails!Mountain Biking
The National Park Service has put together all of the Mountain Biking resources that you need here.
Arrowhead Bike Farm is a local favorite! You can rent bikes, ride their trails, or get a lesson. They also have food!
Climb "The New"Rock Climbing
One of the most popular climbing destinations in the country. There are over 1400 established rock climbs for all levels.
The National Park Service has put together a great information page here.
Drop into Water Stone Outdoors and visit the Climbing Desk. You can get a guided adventure.
If you like Free Soloing, go to Whippoorwill at Summersville Lake.
Swimming & Paddleboarding
Summersville Lake State Park is a short drive and offers swimming, paddleboarding, and boating. Considered "The Little Bahamas of the East" for its crystal clear blue waters and scenic views. The largest lake in the state will not disappoint!
Don’t miss a stop at Fat Eddie’s for food and ice cream!
Summersville Lake or the New River
Fishing
Fish on the river, in the lake, or one of the many streams! Fishing is one of the most popular activities in the area.
Learn more about fishing opportunities here.
Catch a Big One!Indoor Fun
Escape-a-torium
Creative Escape Rooms - Fun for the Whole FamilyGet “locked in” to a room and try to solve the puzzles to escape!
Usually an hour-long activity located in downtown Fayetteville.
Indoor Climbing
Gripped Fitness is located in Fayetteville, WV
Chocolate Moose Coffee, Climbing, and Mini Golf is located a short drive in Beckley, WV
Gripped Fitness or Chocolate Moose Coffee
By Appointment Stained Glass by Carl
Contact Carl to schedule your stained glass session. A 2-3 hour session to create your own stained glass masterpiece.
304-860-8115
organized activities
Wild Blue Adventure Plane Rides
Open air plane ride to see the New River Gorge from a different view. Aerobatics optional and highly recommended!
By appointment - schedule ahead with Bill. The Cottage & The Loft Apartment sit right behind the runway!
Take a Bi-Plane Ride over the Gorge!
Bridge Walk
A guided walk to learn the history of the bridge, along with taking in stunning views from underneath the New River Gorge bridge.
Walk Under the Bridge on the Catwalk
Therapeutic Massage Services in FayettevilleOcean’s Massage Therapy
In operation since 2005, Ocean and her team provide exceptional massage services ranging from deep tissue to pregnancy massage.
Book your session in advance!
Reiki | Yoga Energy Flow | Sound Bath | Kundalini | QiGong | Tarot Readings | Yoga | Yoga Nidra
Customized sessions in The Shala Project Studio or at your rental.
Learn more here.
Personalized Wellness SessionsThe appalachian Healer
Shopping
Mayari
Retail Store embodying the celestial spirit, with unique finds, beauty, wonder and many treasures.
The cutest clothing shop in town!
Boho & Vintage Clothing | Unique Gifts
Hobbit Hole
The Best Kept Secret - Always Something New/OldA little shop in Fayetteville, West Virginia offering retro, vintage, and antique furniture, jewelry, clothes, ephemera, knickknacks and paddywacks to help you express your unique style.
Remember, it's not hoarding if your stuff is cool!
Water Stone Outdoors has been on lead in the outdoor recreation space since 1994 - selling high-quality outdoor gear and apparel, and offering advice and inspiration for folks seeking challenge in the outdoors.
Great apparel, coffee, and climbing info!
Local Climbing and Outdoor Gear ShopWater Stone Outdoors
Trendy Gifts and DecorWisteria
A must visit while in Fayetteville, WV. Jewelry, Vera Bradley, collectibles, Jim Shore, WV gourmet foods and wines, beads, garden, candles, home decor and much more. Always a good place to shop for a unique gift.
Lost Appalachia
Custom Designed Apparel & Unique Appalachian GiftsAppalachian Mountains inspired apparel, art and goods.
Support Local!
The Wild Kind & Southern Pillar Jewelry
Handmade Jewelry & Clothing and Thrifted ClothingThese two businesses share a lovely space. Southern Pillar Jewelry in the bottom level. You can watch Trey creating rings right in front of you many days! The Wild Kind is upstairs and offers handmade jewelry that is gorgeous, along with custom created clothing and racks of great thrifted finds!