New River Gorge and Harpers Ferry Parks Set to Reopen Soon
Morrisey: West Virginia's national parks to reopen within days
DC News Now | Friday, October 3, 2025
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, along with Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, will reopen within days, even amidst a government funding impasse. Thanks to a donor agreement with the National Park Service, these parks will continue welcoming visitors during the government shutdown, an important development for local economies in towns like Harpers Ferry and Charles Town. Morrisey encouraged tourism, which significantly benefits local businesses; October is crucial for the state’s parks, coinciding with popular events like Bridge Day.
