October’s quickly slipping away and, before we know it, we’ll be heading into the holiday season. That means we have just a limited time to admire the spectacular colors of fall. West Virginia boasts an abundance of spots to do a little leaf peeping. One, however, may just stand out from the rest. For incredible views of the autumn landscape, plan a visit to The Grand Canyon of West Virginia.
Discover some of West Virginia’s prettiest views at The New River Gorge, commonly referred to as the state’s very own Grand Canyon, near Fayetteville.
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While visitors flock to the New River Gorge all year around, you’ll definitely want to check out the views when the landscape is painted in the colors of autumn.
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You can, of course, visit the gorge any time during the autumn. However, you might also want to add October 19, 2019 to your calendar.
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The 40th Official Bridge Day, at the New River Gorge Bridge, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free festival will feature family-friendly activities, including skydivers launching from the bridge.
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If you prefer to visit the gorge when it’s a bit quieter, consider lacing up your hiking shoes for a scenic hike. The 2.9-mile Long Point Trail can get pretty busy at times. However, it also promises…
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Sensational views of The New River Gorge and The New River Gorge Bridge at the end. The trail is considered easy.
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Click here for the official website of The New River Gorge. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Have you visited the Grand Canyon of West Virginia during the fall foliage? Share your experience in the comments! Can’t get enough of the colorful landscape? Plan a visit to Glade Creek Falls, flanked by the fall foliage. Click here to read more.
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