Summer climbing in WV/NRG?
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Hi folks, I am planning a family get-together in August 2017 and considering the New River Gorge/Summersville Lake area. Though the main point of the trip will be family time, I thought I might also get some climbing in. |
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It's hot and humid, but all of us southerners still do it. It's not bad. There's plenty of tree shade around the New, and a few crags with swimming right there. Go for it. You'll have a good time. |
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Cool, thanks for the response! |
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Check out the area page. |
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Climbing in the summer is more than possible at the new, you just have to be smart about it. Some classic areas (Endless wall) are largely an uncomfortable Summer spot due to aspect and lack of tree cover, and yes, humidity may keep you off of some of the thin technical climbs. |
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I second the Summersville Lake/Meadow River idea. I've planned a couple group trips to the area, cabins are plentiful. They have lots of options, last time I checked there were even some 12 room mansion cabins. Get the NRG guide, volume 2. |
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Be prepared to sweat. I'm from Tennessee, been in southern ca for almost 9 years now the moderate dry climate has turned me into a baby. I'm fine with cold but every time I go back home in the summer it's so damn hot. I used to climb no matter what but I can vividly remember sweat running down my arms to create a nice plaster in my freshly chalked hands. |
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Thanks for the tips Brian, Matt, and Daniel. |
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Sorry, I don't remember exactly where we stayed. I did have a lot of luck with VRBO, they had good prices when I was looking. |