Gauley River
Phone: Headquarters 304-465-0508 <br> Visitor Information 304-574-2115 <br> Visitor Information (TDD) 304-465-0508 <br>
The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+ rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in the east.
Directions
Plane - The largest airport is at Charleston, about 65 miles from Summersville. There are also small airports at Summersville and Beckley.
Car - From Route 19 take Route 129 West at Mount Nebo. The river access area is reached by taking the second left after you cross over the dam on Route 129.
More info at http://www.nps.gov/gari
National River
Exploring Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (Book) by Todd Campbell and Kym Campbell
This guide book is an intro to the best of this lesser-known recreational gem. Most of the book consists of hiking trails, many of which also are open to mountain bikers and equestrians. A small portion of the book tells of some river trips. 340 pages.
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Hiking the Big South Fork
Sale Price: $10.65*
Retail: $14.95 (29% off!)
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Now in its third edition, Hiking the Big South Fork is packed with up-to-date information on the trails of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Tennessee and Kentucky. The book combines numerous details about the natural histor...
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Falcon Exploring Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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Retail: $16.95 (10% off!)
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National Emblems Pittsburgh Pirates Logo Patch - Pittsburgh Pirates Three River Stadium
Patch up your shirt, jacket, or bag with this embroidered Pittsburgh Pirates emblem commemorating Three Rivers Stadium. Now you can support your team anywhere at any time and always look great doing it!
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