Long Point Trail, WV

Long Point Trail Bridge Overlook, West Virginia
Hard to imagine a more scenic overlook.

Before the New River Gorge Bridge was built in 1977, you had to take a 40 minute drive down a mountain road into the gorge to cross the New River.

This picture is deceiving.  The 1.5 mile (3 mile round trip) trail out to the
overlook isn't that steep or challenging.

The last portion of trail before you go out
onto the outcropping is bordered by rhododendron.

The New River Gorge Bridge is 876 feet above the river.

The kids found tadpoles in the small pools of water on this rock outcropping.


Trail Name.....: Long Point Trail
Location.......: US 19 to Gatewood Road, Glen Jean, WV 
Map Used.......: None
Miles..........: 3 miles round trip
Wildlife.......: We went for the view!