New River Gorge National River Map (National Geographic Trails Illustrated Map, 242)

National Geographic Maps

ISBN 10: 1566953480 ISBN 13: 9781566953481

Publisher: Natl Geographic Society Maps, 2019

Synopsis

· Waterproof · Tear-Resistant · Topographic Map

Fifty-three miles of West Virginia's New River and its gorge, and forty miles of its tributaries, are preserved as New River Gorge National River, Gauley River National Recreation Area, and Bluestone National Scenic River. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of New River Gorge National River offers an unparalleled tool for exploring this beautiful riparian region. Key areas of interest featured on this map include Summerville Lake and Babcock, Little Beaver, Pipestem, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield, and Hawks Nest state parks. A detailed inset of Canyon Rim is provided in the print version of this map.

Extensive trail summaries with location, distance, and use will help you choose the path that's right for you. River mileage is noted for those exploring by boat. Recreation features are clearly marked, including campgrounds, trailheads, picnic areas, boat launches, whitewater access, fishing and swimming areas, marinas, and boat rental locations. Helpful agency contact information and safety tips are included as well. The map base includes contour lines, shaded relief, and elevations for summits and passes.

Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on "Backcountry Tough" waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.

Other features found on this map include: Bluestone Lake, Flat Top Mountain, Gauley River, Greenbrier River, New River Gorge.

• Map Scale = 1:55,000
• Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"
• Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"

About this title

About the Author:

Founded in 1915 as the Cartographic Group, the first division of National Geographic, National Geographic Maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking.Today, National Geographic Maps continues this mission by creating the world's best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their world.

About this edition

• Publisher: Natl Geographic Society Maps
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1566953480
• ISBN 13: 9781566953481
• Binding: Map
• Number of pages: 2