CSX Railroad Bridge & Wolf Creek Parking Area
Tucked deep within the New River Gorge, the CSX Railroad Bridge is a working relic of West Virginia's coal-fueled past.
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CSX Railroad Bridge & Wolf Creek Parking Area Details
The CSX Railroad Bridge is a working relic of West Virginia's coal-fueled past. As freight trains still rumble across this iron truss structure, it's easy to imagine the heyday of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, when coal and timber moved through the gorge by the ton. Today, the bridge remains a striking feature of the landscape-framed by steep cliffs and the meandering New River, it's an unexpected industrial contrast to the surrounding wilderness. Just down the road, the Wolf Creek Parking Area offers an easy escape into nature's quieter side. From here, a short walk leads you to Wolf Creek Falls, a serene cascade hidden among the hardwoods. It's the perfect spot for a picnic or a breather after exploring the gorge's more adrenaline-pumping adventures. The lot also serves as a jumping-off point for the Kaymoor Trail, where history meets hiking through remnants of old mining operations reclaimed by the forest. Whether you're here for the photo-worthy waterfall or to admire trains crossing the gorge, this pairing of steel and stream is classic New River Gorge.
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Fayette Station Road Tour
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