How to Plan Your Bridge Day Stay
It’s only July, but believe it or not, people are already planning their Bridge Day trips. That’s because lodging and activities tend to book up quickly for that weekend. Have you started to plan? If not, here are some tips for planning the best Bridge Day vacation ever. New River Gorge Lodging
We’ve got it all here in the New River Gorge. You just have to decide what kind of accommodations you want. From luxurious cabins to rustic camping, you can make the outdoors part of your stay. If that’s not quite your style, there are some great hotels in the area.
Looking for something more quaint? Choose one of our area Bed and Breakfasts. The Historic Morris Harvey House in Fayetteville is a local favorite.
You might be surprised by the diverse dining choices available in the Gorge. There is something for everyone.
Do some homework and scope out locals’ favorite haunts. Fayetteville, Hico, and Oak Hill have an awesome variety of options - hand-crafted pizza, American cuisine, unique Mexican food, cajun-style fare. If you stop by Swirl, be sure to try the Blueberry Pie ice cream.
Since it’s nearly impossible to try all of our local restaurants when you’re here, think about coming to the Taste of Bridge Day. Sponsored by our local Fayetteville and Oak Hill Rotary clubs, it’s on Friday, October 14 at Adventures on the Gorge. You’ll have the chance to sample a signature item from several local eateries. And you can bet you’ll run into some local rafting and Bridge Day pioneers.
Plan An Adventure
Bridge Day coincides with the end of Gauley Season. If you’re thinking of rafting the Gauley, make sure that you’re experienced enough to handle the class IV, class V, and class V+ rapids that you’ll be facing. And if the Gauley’s not for you, rafting the New is a great option. This is a really busy weekend for outfitters, so be sure to book your trip in advance.
If you don’t want to get on the water, try a canopy tour or zip line. These trips have quickly become a favorite adventure for locals and visitors alike. Autumn is a pretty spectacular time to soar through the trees.
And why not go for the ultimate adventure - tandem jump off of the New River Gorge Bridge! Only 10 spots are available for a brave and lucky few, so you should make the call quickly if you’re up for jumping.
So go ahead and start making your Bridge Day plans. It’s never too soon. Besides, who doesn’t like looking forward to a vacation?
See you there!