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Main Overlook

Scenic spot in New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

Updated: March 09, 2024 07:32 AM

Main Overlook is located in New River Gorge National Park & Preserve, United States. It's address is 4700 Grandview Rd, Beaver, WV 25813.

4700 Grandview Rd, Beaver, WV 25813

RWJQ+8C Beaver, West Virginia

(800) 847-4898

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Where is Main Overlook?

Main Overlook is located at: 4700 Grandview Rd, Beaver, WV 25813.

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Coordinates: 37.8308695, -81.0614164

Main Overlook Reviews

Random Man
2023-10-01 14:19:34 GMT

When you can stare at a view for 2 hours and still not be bored you know you have found something special.

There is a little visitor center with limited hour open.

We took a 4 hour drive to see this and other things in the area but this is worth it on its own.

Plenty of trails to experience around the area as well.

Entry was free but not sure if they charge during their busy season which is summer.

MONA B
2023-08-15 03:26:52 GMT

Very nice sight. A few different lookout points. There is no ugly views of anything that has mountains or water! A few deer were captured. Looks like Mom/Dad and a couple of fawns. Beautiful! The world is so majestic with so much to offer! Wish we all took better care of it?

Crystal Wilson
2023-12-01 14:43:59 GMT

Very nice!!!!!
Little nature center and bathrooms available. Playground and picnic tables too.
It was a very foggy morning when we were there so the view wasn't great. We will visit again with better weather.

Sasha Voinov
2024-01-06 22:44:54 GMT

Lovely overlook into a horseshoe bend of train tracks. The rail is actively used so you may spot a train as we did!

SP PDL
2023-08-08 17:43:40 GMT

If you are around the area, please do visit and hike around the trail. I didn't have time to hike the trails but still stopped by the main overlook, Turkey Spur Overlook and the north overlook. This place is full of Rhododendron, so if you time it around the peak bloom, that will be the best moment for your entire life.

Tony
2023-08-27 13:29:55 GMT

I didn't realize the fog was super thick here, but it made for a cool sunrise! The trail that leads north west is a fun loop to do if you're waiting for the fog to clear up.

Kathy Cassel
2023-07-05 19:26:51 GMT

So beautiful and so green. We had a great time exploring this area of the National Park. The overlook was breath taking and cave hike was loads of fun. Anxious to go back when the effects of the Canadian wildfires are less evident.

Kevin Feldmann
2023-06-17 20:45:50 GMT

Plenty of parking. Small Visitor's Center with nice staff and small selection of merch. The swings, playground, sports fields, and bathrooms were clean and OK. As a picnic location, there are plenty of tables, but lots of gnats in the spring. The Overlook is short walk from the parking lot. I also HIGHLY recommend the Castle Rock Trail!

Brendan B
2023-05-28 04:55:30 GMT

Beautiful scene here and definitely worth the trip over to it! I know this is called Grandview and this is the main overlook but the north overlook in my opinion is even more beautiful but both are fantastic and you should definitely go to all of them!

And be sure to go on a day that's not foggy!!

Stacy D
2023-05-12 02:54:23 GMT

This place is gorgeous. Photos could never do justice to the beauty of the vista. I visited here on a day with light rain and the view was still awe inspiring. The relatively short journey off the main highway to the overlook parking is worth the detour There is ample parking and the scenic view is a short hike from the parking lot. The area was clean and well maintained. There was also few other visitors one the day I stopped here, but that may be attributed to the weather.

Tommy Maerz
2023-10-14 14:58:24 GMT

Beautiful overlook, and worth the 15 minute detour from the highway if you’re traveling through!

Kimberly Riggle
2023-09-23 23:01:43 GMT

Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Handicap accessible, paver stone walkway, very close to the parking lot. This is accessible for all

Sarah Joyner
2023-10-11 02:00:55 GMT

Our first stops when visiting New River Gorge NP for the first time and it was jaw dropping!

Tunnel trail, right off the short path to this overlook in Grandview, is a lovely little hike too!

CJ
2022-11-07 04:24:41 GMT

There is always something mesmerizing about the sun rising over a horizon. Typically it is a special time to sit, reflect, and sip your cup of coffee. Sunrise marks the start of something new…a new day, new plans, and a new adventure.

My sister-in-law tagged along with me on this early morning adventure. I figured there would be other photographers at the Grandview main overlook. I just didn’t expect it to be a full house.

When you google the best place for sunrise at New River Gorge National Park, Grandview is the place most mentioned hands down. So my sister-in-law, me, and 30 other photographers were crowded on this overlook waiting for the sun to make its appearance. I’ve been to the overlook for sunrise pictures when it wasn’t crowded. But during the fall…on a weekend, chances are you won’t be the only one hoping to catch the sunrise.

Parking is fairly close to the main overlook. And if you are lucky, you will capture sunrise on a foggy morning.

ray weithman
2023-03-13 18:07:35 GMT

The drive was a bit off the beaten path but well worth the time. We arrived late in the day and had the entire overlook to ourselves. The overlook was easily accessible and was just a short hike from the parking lot on a paved path. The view was magnificent and probably one of the best in The New River Gorge National Park. The parking lot and facilities were well maintained and clean. It is a must see.

Matthew
2022-10-06 19:42:45 GMT

One of the best views in the National Park. Also one of the two most photographed things in the entire state of West Virginia. Good thing about it is that it is not on a hike. It is only a short 100 or so yard walk from the main parking area. Great to see even if you have limited mobility issues. Well worth the view and aptly named.

Lisa Fritz
2023-07-11 00:13:09 GMT

Neat place to see the gorge overlook and you can also do a little hiking if you want to. No fee to enter.

Alyssa, waywardblog
2024-01-18 23:18:33 GMT

Talk about living up to its name - a grand view indeed!

Kara Marie
2022-10-15 14:00:49 GMT

Sunrise here is amazing. Be sure to get there early as a lot of people go and set up their cameras. Small short easy walk to get to overlook.

Anne Brooks
2023-06-21 01:34:28 GMT

Really a spectacular view. Not as crowded as other parts of the park. The visitor center wasn’t open but we still enjoyed ourselves.

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