New River Gorge National Park: Sandstone Falls Recreation Area

Sandstone Falls Recreation Area is a federal recreation destination located on New River Road in Shady Spring, West Virginia, within New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. The area features the largest waterfall on the New River, spanning 1,500 feet across with drops of 10 to 25 feet divided by small islands, marking the transition where the river narrows into the dramatic gorge. Visitors can access the falls via a short, accessible boardwalk and trails suitable for hiking, fishing, and scenic photography, with picnic facilities and restrooms available on-site.