Bridge Buttress Trail — Attraction in Fayetteville

From the New River Gorge outlook, you’ll want to exit the parking lot and take a right, driving behind the building you will head towards the Fayette station.

This narrow road with very tight switchbacks will soon turn into on one way road that meanders down to the bottom of the gorge but halfway down, as you approach the bridge buttress you will notice areas to pull over and park. Take the chance because there will be no turning back.

We parked just past the bridge supports and there were wooden steps leading up and along the large rock formations. When we were here before, the place was loaded with rock climbers and spectators. One this visit (in mode December) we were pretty much alone save the young lady walking the trails with her dog.

This is a must see if you visit the bridge. You won’t be able to get a stroller up and along the rocks but you could cruise around the parking nooks for a view of the gorge and the bridge from below. Careful to hold on to the youguns, there are cars pulling in and out or if visitors are sparse, cars can come around curves quickly.

After stretching your legs and climbing on rocks for some cool pictures, continue driving down the road to the old bridge across the New River. You’ll be able to park here and walk on the bridge for a closer look at the river make its way over the rocks. This area should be fine for strollers and appears to be fairly easily navigated. Wheelchairs would probably be able to fit on the walkway on either side of the small bridge.

The road continues, one way, up the other side of the gorge.

Do not attempt with large trucks, buses, RV’s, Travel Trailer or 5th wheels. The turns are very tight and there is no way out once you’ve started down. No turn around, no...

After visiting the Canyon Rim Visitor Center, we wanted to check out the view of New Gorge Bridge from another angle. The Trailhead for Bridge Buttress Trail was perfect for that and we were able to do a little hiking as well. This spot is more popular for climbing, however. There were plenty of parking spots when we went and the view of the...

Beautiful. There's a lot of natural beauty to be seen here. Large rock formations, water falls, natural springs flowing right out of the rocks. New and old growth trees. But be advised, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared for the stairs. Not so bad going down, but you are going to feel it coming back up. Know your...