New River / Greenbrier Valley · Summers County

Where to stay near Bluestone National Scenic River

The Bluestone National Scenic River protects about 10 miles of the Bluestone River gorge between Pipestem Resort State Park and Bluestone Lake in Summers and Mercer counties. Access is on foot, by the Pipestem aerial tram or by boat from Bluestone Lake, and the Bluestone Turnpike Trail runs the length of the gorge. Hinton is the closest town.

Places to stay near Bluestone National Scenic River

We're still adding properties near Bluestone National Scenic River.

In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Hinton , Pipestem Resort State Park and Bluestone Lake .

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Where should you stay near Bluestone National Scenic River?

Bluestone National Scenic River has no lodging of its own, so visitors stay in the surrounding towns and drive in.

Bluestone National Scenic River is known for its cabins, lodges and campgrounds. Until listings go live here, Hinton and Princeton are the closest places to stay.

Nearby attractions

  • Sandstone Falls

    The largest falls on the New River, spanning about 1,500 feet and dropping 10 to 25 feet across several channels. A boardwalk from River Road north of Hinton reaches the islands at the lip.

Bluestone National Scenic River: what people ask

How do you get into the Bluestone gorge?
Most visitors ride the Pipestem Resort aerial tram down to Mountain Creek Lodge or hike in from the Pipestem or Bluestone State Park trailheads. Boat access is from Bluestone Lake at Hinton.
What is the closest town to Bluestone National Scenic River?
Hinton, a short drive northeast, has motels, rentals and river access. Pipestem Resort State Park has the nearest lodge rooms and cabins.
Where should I stay near Bluestone National Scenic River?
We're still adding properties near Bluestone National Scenic River. In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Hinton, Pipestem Resort State Park and Bluestone Lake.
What is there to do near Bluestone National Scenic River?
Bluestone National Scenic River is a good base for hiking, fishing, kayaking and canoeing, birding and hunting. Sandstone Falls is the main draw nearby, a short drive from town.
When is the best time to visit Bluestone National Scenic River?
Fall color and summer weekends are the busiest times of year, while spring and midweek stays are generally the quietest and the most affordable.
What towns are near Bluestone National Scenic River?
Hinton and Princeton are all good alternatives if Bluestone National Scenic River is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Bluestone National Scenic River?
Pipestem Resort State Park, Bluestone Lake, Bluestone State Park and Bluestone River are all close by, and each has its own page with places to stay nearby.