New River Gorge
Stats of New River Gorge Boulder
Videos
14
Views
2334
Contributors
2
Sectors
0
Weather Forecast in New River Gorge Boulder
![Photo of New River Gorge Boulder](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v1sh8PW-_YM/mqdefault.jpg)
Bouldering in New River Gorge
The New River Gorge in West Virginia is a premier bouldering destination renowned for its high-quality sandstone, which offers excellent friction and a variety of holds. This scenic area features a diverse range of bouldering problems set against the backdrop of the gorge's majestic cliffs and the New River. Popular sectors like Hawks Nest, Meadow Top, and Cotton Bottom provide climbers with a vast array of challenges for all climbers.
The optimal seasons for bouldering at the New River Gorge are autumn and winter when the cooler temperatures and dry conditions enhance climbing performance. During these times, the rock’s friction is at its best, making climbs safer and more enjoyable. The area's infrastructure, including well-maintained trails and improved access points, supports its growing popularity among bouldering enthusiasts. The New River Gorge’s combination of technical climbing challenges, stunning natural beauty, and a supportive climbing community makes it a must-visit destination for climbers seeking adventure and picturesque landscapes.
Videos 15
Rock type Sandstone
Altitude 303m
Guidebooks of New River Gorge Boulder
Map of New River Gorge Boulder
List of 5 Sectors of New River Gorge Boulder
Name | Problems |
---|---|
Loewr New River Gorge | 1 |
Meadow Top | 5 |
New River Proper | 6 |
The Dries | 1 |
Unknown | 1 |
List of Playlists from New River Gorge Boulder
Full
List of 14 Problems in Video of New River Gorge Boulder
Name | Grade | Sector |
---|---|---|
V5 | Meadow Top | |
V7 | Meadow Top | |
V7 | New River Proper | |
V10 | New River Proper | |
V3 | Meadow Top | |
V6 | New River Proper | |
V6 | Unknown | |
V9 | Meadow Top | |
V11 | The Dries | |
V7 | New River Proper | |
V7 | Meadow Top | |
V10 | New River Proper | |
V9 | New River Proper | |
V10 | Loewr New River Gorge |