Local Activities

Things to do at "The New"

The New River Gorge is located just south of Fayetteville, WV. the bridge spanning the river is a big attraction, being the longest suspension bridge. It is such a big deal they even have Bridge Day every year in October. During Bridge day base jumpers, are allowed to jump off the 1000 ft high structure. For the most part life around Fayetteville is a little quieter, friendlier, and slower. The typical one light southern town, but with 2 lights and some atypical activities.

West Virginia offers plenty of other activities especially near "The New". The New river and the Gauley river both offer White water rafting and Kayaking, Mountain biking for all skill levels, or hiking the miles of cliff base or top. Fishing, camping, and Boating are available at Summersville Lake.

Rob is the "Lethargical Lion"
5.8 Fern Creek Falls - Endless Wall

Food:
Fayetteville and Summersville both offer supermarkets, fast foods, and restaurants. I would recommend the Sedona Grill, but it seems to have dissapeared! . The western pancake house is open late and has good breakfasts, but near Summersville is Fran's diner, downtown Summersville with good food, cheap prices, and fast service. Summersville also has a Pizza hut, and several fast food chains North of the lake. Here is a list of convenient, good restaurants:

Fat Tire Deli
Located below the Ridge Riders bike shop, Fayetteville

Good Harvest
natural foods, They have smoothies, and organic foods. They are across the street from Ridge Riders bike shop.

Gino's Pizza
Court St., Fayetteville

Cathedral Cafe'
Coffee, Sandwiches, Soup, and Ice Cream
134 S. Court St., Fayetteville

Smokey's Grill
Located at Class VI, Ames Heights Rd.
Fayetteville

Lodging:
Hotels and Motels are available in Beckley, Fayetteville, Oak Hill, and Summersville. Here are a few suggestions:

Comfort Inn
Fayetteville
(304) 574-3443

garvey House
Winona
(304) 574-3235

Morris Harvey House
Fayetteville
(304) 574-1179

Opposum Creek Retreat
Lansing
(304) 574-4836

Whitehorse Inn
Fayetteville
(304) 574-1400

Camping:
Many of the campground as seasonal, during late fall and early spring many may be closed. There is a campground near Summersville, which has proved to open late/early in the year. It is located just past the Summersville parking lot, on the opposite side of Rt. 19

Chestnut Creek Campground
Lansing road
(304)574-3136
With showers
Mountain State Campground
Ames Heights Road
(304)574-0947
With showers
Rifrafters
Laurel Creek Rd.
(304)574-1065
With showers
Kaymoor
Laurel Creek Rd.
Rustic, NO facilities
NO showers, but very affordable

Outfitters:
There are 2 knowledgable and well equipped climbing stores located in downtown Fayetteville. These stores both have a good selection of gear, and a great knowledge of the area. They also offer guide services for all levels of climbers.

Blue Ridge outdoors
(304) 574-2425

Hard Rock climbing service
131 South Court St.
Fayetteville, WV
(304) 574-0735

Directions | New River main

Other Nearby Climbing
Cooper's Rock | Summersville Lake