West Virginia / Raleigh County / New River Gorge National Park and Preserve / New River Gorge National Park

Grandview Shelter 4

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis.

About

Grandview Shelter 4 is a medium-sized group shelter nestled under the forest canopy in the Grandview area of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The shelter provides covered space for up to 64 people inside and additional outside space for 26 more, accommodating approximately 90 people total. This makes it ideal for large family gatherings, reunions, or group events. The Grandview area became part of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in 1990, after more than 50 years as one of West Virginia's most popular day use state parks. The area features spectacular views of the New River and beautiful displays of rhododendron. At the Main Overlook, situated 1,400 feet above the river, visitors can see an active railway and the town of Quinnimont, where the first coal was shipped out of the gorge in 1873. The area offers five hiking trails, overlooks, a seasonal visitor center, ranger-led activities, summer outdoor dramas by Theatre West Virginia, playgrounds, volleyball court, baseball field, and basketball court. The shelter is located approximately 12 miles from Beckley, which offers shopping, restaurants, hotels, and attractions including a children's museum and Exhibition Coal Mine. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov.

Directions

To reach Grandview from Beckley, follow I-64 East five miles to Exit 129 B. From Lewisburg, follow I-64 West forty miles to Exit 129. From either exit, turn right and follow Route 9 North six miles to Grandview.

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