Geology Fieldnotes: Bluestone National Scenic River, New River Gorge National River, Gauley River National Recreation Area, West Virginia

The New River is the oldest river in all of North America, being around 65 million years old. Rocks in the area date back to 330 million years old, and the river cuts across the Appalachian plateau. Included on this site are area activities, general geologic information about the history and formation of the rivers, maps, and links to other sites. Educational levels: General public