New River Gorge Bridge Day

Looking for a New River Gorge Bridge hotel?  This West Virginia hotel is about fifteen  minutes from the New River Gorge Bridge.  Opening in 1977 the New River Gorge Bridge was designed to cut the drive time from one side of the gorge to the other from 45 minutes to just over a minute.  While the bridge still provides a significant change for commuters, the bridge is known for something a little less conventional.

One day each year, the third Saturday in October, the New River Gorge Bridge closes to commuters and opens to pedestrians.  Each year almost 500 people choose to BASE jump from the bridge.    For one day people may legally jump from the bridge and parachute 876 feet to the water while hundreds of thousands of spectators look on.  Some will brave the sixteen foot diving board; others will attempt the landing accuracy contest.  People come from all over the world to be one of these New River Gorge Bride Day thrill seekers!  Don’t just show up planning to jump.  Vertical Visions, LLC ensures that jumpers are experienced and must be registered.

Bridge Day, while it has a great many thrill jumpers and rappellers, also has something for those no quite so daring.  Vendors are on hand with something for everyone.  Grab a snack before you watch the next group of jumpers or shop for souvenirs.  First jump seminars, gear trade shows and a film festival also adds to the days possibilities. Join the largest extreme sporting event this year and book your New River, WV hotel today.  The New River Inn looks forward to enjoying this fun filled family event with you. 

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