🏘 Gateway Town
Oak Hill
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
Last Updated: July 2026
Distance
17.4 km (10.8 miles) northwest
Population
8179
Restaurants
5
Lodging Options
1
Overview
About This Town
A working city of 8,179 in Fayette County, Oak Hill sits 17 miles northwest of the park. Limited but honest lodging and dining options—practical for a budget-conscious base. Good for day-tripping or staying overnight without the resort premium.
The Vibe
A working city, not a resort destination. Stay here for affordability and practicality, not amenities. Lodging and dining available.
Town at a Glance
Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
8,179
Distance to Park
17.4 km (10.8 miles) northwest
ℹ️ Data Sources
OpenStreetMap contributors (community-reported details) (checked 2026-07-16) National Park Service — New River Gorge National Park & Preserve fees, hours & conditions (checked 2026-07-05) Wikipedia + Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA, retrieval-dated) — population, history and identity facts from Wikipedia; practical travel guidance from Wikivoyage; osm_count (checked 2026-07-16) Climate data: Beckley Raleigh Co Ap, Wv Us, 2,490 ft (NOAA 1991-2020 normals, station USW00003872) YourNPGuide Editorial
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