🏘 Gateway Town
Prince
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
Last Updated: July 2026
Distance
4.9 km west
Population
115
Overview
About This Town
Prince is a 115-person census-designated place with an unexpected Amtrak stop—unusual for such a small hamlet. It functions as a pass-through rail access point rather than a visitor destination. No lodging or significant services; explore the park itself, not the town.
The Vibe
Working village passing through, not a tourist draw. Minimal services and no lodging—stay elsewhere. Come for Amtrak access or quick transit to the park; don't linger.
Town at a Glance
Town Type
Local Haunt
Population
115
Distance to Park
4.9 km west
Highlights
Known For
Amtrak station
What Makes It Special
Amtrak rail stop serving one of West Virginia's tiniest hamlets.
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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