Hairpin Turn & Burma Road Option
Tucked within New River Gorge & Preserve, the Hairpin Turn & Burma Road Option is a scenic detour along the Fayette Station Road Tour that offers both adventure and history.
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Hairpin Turn & Burma Road Option Details
The Hairpin Turn & Burma Road Option is a scenic detour along the Fayette Station Road Tour that offers both adventure and history. This narrow, twisting section of road leads you deep into the gorge, starting with the famous Hairpin Turn, a sharp and dramatic curve carved into the hillside. Surrounded by lush Appalachian forest and remnants of the area's coal mining days, it's a drive packed with character. As you continue on Burma Road, you'll pass beneath the towering steel arch of the New River Gorge Bridge, offering rare, up-close perspectives of this engineering icon. The road is rustic and steep, making it best suited for smaller vehicles, but it rewards those who take it with hidden views, ghost-town vibes, and a true backroad adventure feel. Eventually, Burma Road reconnects with Fayette Station Road, allowing you to continue toward the Tunney Hunsaker Bridge and other historic stops along the gorge. Pro tip: Take it slow-the narrow curves and steep descents make this one of the most exciting and scenic routes in the park.
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Open
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Region
Fayette Station Road Tour
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