Local Area Attractions

The Outpost - Area Attractions

OUR FAVORITES

There’s a good reason we say we are "Where Wild Meets Wonderful". The Outpost at New River Gorge is conveniently situated just minutes from adventurous outdoor activities, relaxing experiences, and family-friendly things to do. Start your day off by hiking the trailhead directly across from our property that leads to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, spend the afternoon taking a jet boat tour, going horseback riding, or thrill yourself with whitewater rafting. No matter how you spend your days, you’ll want to come back and experience more next year.

Waterfalls and Creeks

Many creeks around the New River Gorge serve as tributaries to the New River and the Gauley River. You’ll find the beautiful Wolf Creek Falls off Bridge Trail across from The Outpost and dynamic Marr Creek Falls directly starting on The Outpost property! As you’re out exploring our area, you’ll be stunned to find an array of local waterfalls. Within a short drive of the gorge, you can dance under Cathedral Falls or go for a paddleboard adventure a short distance away at Kanawha Falls. Regardless of the waterfall or creek you find yourself playing in, you’ll take home a new love for West Virginia.

Hiking Trails

Starting with the New River Gorge National Park trail head from our grounds, there are endless hiking trails to explore. Including the Bridge Trail, there are 12 hiking trails connected to the historic town of Fayetteville, just a stone’s throw from our door. No matter which hike you take, you’ll experience the majesty of our streams and the serenity of the mountains. Expand your adventure to Thurmond, Beauty Mountain, or Grandview — all just a short drive away.

List of favorite hikes:

FAYETTE STATION ROAD

Exploring Fayette Station Road is to travel back in time before the modern New River Gorge Bridge was built in 1977. This one-hundred-year-old road of hairpin turns winds down to the bottom of the gorge, across a narrow bridge, and up the other side.

Leave the parking lot of Bridge Walk and turn left onto Fayette Station Road. Go past the NPS Visitor Center and the gift shop. You will come to two stop signs. At each stop sign make a hard right. Follow signs that say State Route 82 or Fayette Station Road.

Fayette Station Road continues into the gorge passing under the New River Gorge Bridge. At the bottom of the gorge, cross over the reconstructed Fayette Station Bridge which reopened in 1998 as the Tunney Hunsaker Bridge. Fayette Station parking area is available across the wood plank bridge on the right, just before the overpass. The road winds back up Route 19 just north of Fayetteville. The entire trip takes about 25 minutes without stopping.

LONG POINT TRAIL

This trail travels 1.6 miles to a spectacular view of the New River Gorge and the New River Gorge Bridge. The trail begins by traversing through a field behind a number of houses, follows a relaxed forest trail, and then takes a final short and impressive descent through rhododendron and mountain laurel to Long Point. Caution is recommended around the steep drop-offs at the Long Point Area.

Long Point Trailhead is reached via Gatewood Road. Leave the parking lot of Bridge Walk, turn right and then left onto U.S. Route 19 South. Cross over New River Gorge Bridge and make a left at the 1st traffic light onto Route 16 through the town of Fayetteville. Take a left on Gatewood Road (sign indicating Kaymoor and Cunard). Follow this road for 1.9 miles and turn left on Newton Road. Parking is 50 yards down on the left.

ENDLESS WALL TRAIL

The Endless Wall Trail hike parallels the gorge rim for a majority of its length. You will encounter many smaller branch trails to the right that lead to the gorge rim. These vantage points afford views of large portions of the gorge. The trail is approximately 2.37 miles from start to finish. Caution is recommended when approaching the cliff edge along the main or smaller branch trails.

Endless Wall Trail has two trailheads: one at Fern Creek parking, the other at Nuttall parking area. Leave the parking lot of Bridge Walk, turn right onto U.S. Route 19 North. Take the next right onto Lansing-Edmund Road. Follow this road for 1.3 miles to Fern Creek Trailhead parking area or reach the Nuttall parking area at 1.8 miles. Parking is NOT permitted on the roadway. You will be towed.

Whitewater Rafting

The New River Gorge is known for its world-class whitewater rafting, and we’re conveniently located near professional rafting companies. Onsite coaching and guides that have years of experience will help you find a stretch of the river that’s ready for the whole family. Whether you choose a rough and rowdy trip down the Gauley River or a smooth, afternoon float with the kids, you’ll make memories you’ll never forget.

Summersville Lake

Feel like spending the afternoon on a pontoon boat, having a beachside barbecue, or going SUP-ing? A short drive to Summersville Lake, and you’ll find the perfect spot. With cliffs for diving and scenic pictures around every corner, Summersville Lake and Marina boasts over 60 miles of shoreline and a history that’s even larger.

Historic Fayetteville

You would have to search long and hard to find a small town as interesting and unique as Historic Fayetteville (population 2,892). From award-winning restaurants and locally owned businesses that support every lifestyle, its charm is like no other. Connected to other local attractions by hiking trail, you can easily spend a whole day in Fayetteville without needing your car. It’s easy to see why it was voted “One of the Coolest Small Towns in America” in 2017 and one of USA Today’s “Best Small Towns for Adventure” in 2021

Local Breweries and Restaurants

You can’t travel far around the New River Gorge without finding a local brewery or a restaurant with unforgettable food. An abundance of local farms, food trucks, and to-go style eateries make it fun to explore the area’s exquisite food scene any way you like. Both indoor and outdoor venues surrounding the gorge offer guests the ability to dine at their own comfort level.

FAVORITE RESTAURANTS:

** SOUTH SIDE of the New River Gorge Bridge **

Pies and Pints

Unique specialty pizza, salads, sandwiches, craft and retail beer. Food Network twice ranked it as one of the best pizza restaurants in the USA.

PHONE: 304-574-2200

ADDRESS:
219 W Maple Avenue
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: https://piesandpints.net/location/fayetteville-wv

Cathedral Café

Cathedral Café’s menu is diverse, featuring everything from breakfast foods to sandwiches and salads. The café is situated in a 107-year-old cathedral. Fresh juice and smoothies.

PHONE: 304-574-0202

ADDRESS:
134 S. Court St.
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: https://www.thecathedralcafe.com

Fire Creek BBQ & Steak

Delicious ribs smoked on-site, chicken, steaks, soups and salads.

PHONE: 304-574-4822

ADDRESS:
310 Keller Avenue
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: http://www.firecreekbbqandsteaks.com/

Café One Ten

Once known as Kelly’s Drug Store dating back to the late 1920’s. American comfort food with a twist. Daily specials and homemade desserts. Deep fried Oreos!

PHONE: 304-469-7657

ADDRESS:
110 Main St.
Oak Hill, WV 25901

WEBSITE: https://www.restaurantji.com/wv/oak-hill/caf-one-ten-/

Wanderlust Creative Foods

Southeast Asian Restaurant with farm fresh ingredients. A varied and eclectic international menu.

PHONE: 304-574-3111

ADDRESS:
105 W. Maple Avenue
Fayetteville, WV 25901

WEBSITE: https://new-river-curry-house.business.site

Wood Iron Eatery

Food from scratch. Serving breakfast, lunch and baked goods. Full service espresso bar featuring Bad Kid Coffee – roasted on-site. Best pound cake around!

PHONE: 304-900-5557

ADDRESS:
129 S. Court St. Unit A
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: https://www.woodironeatery.com

Southside Junction Tap House

Restaurant and Pub that features a great selection of craft beer, some great tasty bites and darts!!

PHONE: 304-574-2222

ADDRESS:
101 South Court Street
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE:
https://www.facebook.com/SouthsideJunctionTapHouse

Tudor’s Biscuit World

Originally founded in Charleston, WV. Tudor’s has a full breakfast menu that is served all day as well as a lunch menu.

PHONE: 304-574-3820

ADDRESS:
323 N. Court Street
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: http://tudorsbiscuitworld.com

Bridge Brew Works

Located in America’s Coolest Small Town, Fayetteville, WV, Bridge Brew Works features locally brewed, creatively crafted beers sold by the bottle, pint or growler.

PHONE: 304-574-4600

ADDRESS:
335 Nick Rahall Greenway
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: https://bridgebrewworks.com

The Freefolk Brewery Taproom

Free-spirited beer for free-spirited people. We at The Freefolk Brewery believe in the power of crafting things. Wild things. Free things. Folk things. We believe that by crafting these things we can craft a culture. We believe in bringing folk together to share experiences, adventure, and friendship. Craft Beer. Craft Culture. Craft Life.

PHONE: 304-574-6094

ADDRESS:
1690 Court Street
Fayetteville, WV 25840

WEBSITE: https://freefolkbrew.com/

FAVORITE RESTAURANTS:

** NORTH SIDE of the New River Gorge Bridge **

Smokey’s on the Gorge/Chetty’s Pub

Smokey’s is located at the Adventures on the Gorge complex. Smokey’s is a unique gourmet dining environment, with an open deck overlooking New River. Chetty’s Pub is similar but offers a more casual menu.

PHONE: 855-318-7905

ADDRESS:
Ames Heights Road
Lansing, WV 25862

WEBSITE:
https://adventuresonthegorge.com/venue/chettys-pub

The Burrito Bar and Breeze Hill

Laid back, outdoor venue. Mexican fusion fare, live music and an extensive selection of craft beer. Open from May to October. Some of the best sunset views around!

PHONE: 304-574-2750

ADDRESS:
179 Oscar White Road
Lansing, WV 25862

WEBSITE: https://theburritobarwv.com

Sun - Wed	9am - 6pm
Thurs	9am - 7pm
Fri & Sat	9am - 8pm