Beginning next spring (2011), New River Gorge visitors will be able to walk across the New River Gorge Bridge, 850 feet above the mighty New River. This trek takes place on a 24-inch wide walkway under the Bridge called a Catwalk. The catwalk runs the entire 3030 foot length of the Bridge.
The tour will be interpretative, focusing on:
- Engineering
- Geology
- Panoramic breathtaking views
- Coal Mining
- Wildlife
- Area History
- Low Impact, Soft Adventure
Tours will operate
year-round, weather permitting for all ages and abilities. Bridge Walk is for anyone who is healthy, willing and able to walk. The Bridge Walk guest will feel a sense of exhiliration, excitement, and awe viewing the New River Gorge panorama. The tour will be 2.5-4 hours in length with a minimum group size of 4 people.
:
- 48 inches tall
- 10 years or older
- under 310 pounds
+tax pp