Sandstone Falls | West Virginia Photo Spot
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Sandstone Falls, located in the New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia, offers a magnificent visual spectacle. The waterfall spans the New River where it is 1500 feet wide, creating a series of dramatic drops ranging from 10 to 25 feet. This location forms the exciting starting point for the New River’s final rush through the New River Gorge, offering a series of eye-catching photo opportunities. Start your journey at the Sandstone Visitor Center (Exit 139 on I-64) which provides informative exhibits, park maps, and information. As you drive south on Route 20 to Hinton, take advantage of the Sandstone Falls Overlook for an aerial view of the falls from 600 feet above the river. The Brooks Overlook provides a view of Brooks Island, known for its bald eagle nesting site. The journey along River Road offers riverside vistas, access points, trails, and a boardwalk view at Brooks Falls. The adventure culminates at the Sandstone Falls day-use area where a boardwalk and bridges span two islands below the falls, offering an unmatched vantage point for photography.
(New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia, USA)