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New River Gorge Hiking - Half-Day Guided Hike

Guided

Duration: 4 hours

Features

Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Beginner Friendly
Free Cancellation
Instant Book
$69 Adult
$59 Youth

Description

New River Gorge Half-Day Day Guided Hike

Explore the stunning beauty and rich history of the New River Gorge on a guided half-day hiking adventure. Whether you’re looking for a mellow stroll through an abandoned coal town or a heart-pumping climb to panoramic overlooks and hidden waterfalls, our guides will lead you to unforgettable spots in and around the Gorge.

Choose from a variety of trails, including the iconic Endless Wall Trail, where you can hike along sheer cliff lines with breathtaking views of the river far below, or step back in time in the historic ghost town of Thurmond, once a booming railroad hub, now preserved in quiet Appalachian stillness. We also offer scenic routes closer to base for those looking for a more relaxed outing.

With options ranging from easy to extreme, these hikes are perfect for families, history buffs, and adventure seekers alike. A guided hike is the perfect way to round out your New River Gorge weekend!

Duration

3-4 hours

Location

Ace Adventure Resort 602 E Main St, Oak Hill, WV.

This is the address of the Marathon Gas Station directly across from Minden Road. GPS is often inaccurate when using ACE Adventure Resort as a destination. See detailed directions from Marathon Gas Station below.

Ages & Requirements

6 years old and older

What’s Included

  • A friendly, professional guide to share local history, information on our flora and fauna… and more!

Not Included

  • Gratuity
  • Lunch

What To Bring / Wear

Weather and seasons affect attire, so be sure to ask during check-in for the latest conditions and be prepared with a few layering options.

  • Long shorts or pants, depending on the weather
  • Light-weight, comfortable shirt
  • Rain jacket (just in case)
  • Strap for glasses
  • Closed-toe shoes with socks
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellant
  • Personal prescription medication, like EpiPens or inhalers
  • Camera with strap
  • Snack-just in case you get hungry
  • Backpack-small enough not to constrict movement
  • Windbreaker or fleece top depending on the weather

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Ace Adventure Resort

FAQs

How do I get to the meeting location?

Please remember that ACE is located in a remote region of West Virginia. That’s great news for most of our guests who are looking to get away from the busy day to day routine… but often the remote location can be challenging for cell phone and GPS signals. We encourage you to save directions on our phone, or print them out, prior to beginning your travel to ACE Adventure Resort.

For guests using GPS please use the following address:  602 E Main St, Oak Hill, WV.  This is the address of the Marathon Gas Station directly across from Minden Road. GPS is often inaccurate when using ACE Adventure Resort as a destination.

From the Marathon Gas Station… • Turn onto Minden Rd. across from Marathon Gas Station • Follow the ACE sign – You are only 2.9 miles away from the ACE Adventure Resort. • At approximately 1.3 miles, veer left onto McKinney Rd. • At 2.1 miles, turn right to stay on Minden Rd. (follow ACE sign – do not go straight onto Rocklick Rd.) • At 2.9 miles turn left at the ACE Adventure Center entrance and stop by the Welcome Center to check-in. • Drive carefully down these steep mountain roads and slowly pass other cars on unpaved shoulders. • Also, please drive slowly and watch for children and pets as you pass through the tiny town of Minden, an old mining community with houses located very close to the road.

Do you have restroom facilities?

ACE has eight shower or restroom facilities. We have over 70 showers on the property. ACE is the only outfitter to provide more than trees during lunch on the normal Lower New trip, the Lower Gauley and the Upper Gauley. Toilets are available at the put-in for the Lower Gauley and the Lower New. The Army Corps of Engineers maintains facilities at Summersville Dam. Toilets are available at the takeouts of all trips.

Do you have a store?

ACE’s Outfitters Store is located next to the Big Top shelter where you will be doing your trip check-in. They have anything you need or may have forgotten for your outdoor adventure. Camping supplies, t-shirts, sandals, drinks, sunscreen and sunglasses are just a few of the handy items you will find there. Ice and firewood are also available for purchase at our Welcome Center. Hours vary depending on the season.

What if the weather is bad?

All activities go regardless of weather unless we deem the conditions to be unsafe. A full raincheck for the activity will be made if we decide to cancel the trip. We rarely cancel trips. More often we move to another river or river section depending on water levels.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of your trip will receive a full refund minus the non-refundable deposit.

Cancellations made by noon on the day prior to your arrival will receive a rain-check good for one year from the trip date minus the non-refundable deposit.

No-shows on the day of the activity and cancellations made after noon on the day prior to your arrival will not be considered for a rain-check or refund.

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