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Thurmond Depot Visitor Center

Passport stampWheelchair accessibleRestroomsIn New River Gorge National Park
close up of railroad depot
The renovated Thurmond Depot now stands as an NPS visitor center · NPS photo, Louise McLaughlin
Phone
304-465-8550
Town
Thurmond, WV
Services listed
10
Coordinates
37.9573, -81.0788
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37.9573, -81.0788 · Park boundary: National Park Service

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Thurmond Depot is a restored railroad depot located in the historic railroad town of Thurmond. Open seasonally (typically Memorial Day to Labor Day), the Depot is an information center and a park store.

Every day
10:00AM - 5:00PM

Open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, and weekends in September and October

  • Fall Hours · Sep 12, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 · Mon–Fri Closed, Sat–Sun 10:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thurmond Depot Winter Hours · Oct 31, 2026 – May 26, 2027 · Closed
Benches/SeatingElevatorHistorical/Interpretive Information/ExhibitsInformationInformation - Maps AvailableParking - AutoRestroom - AccessibleToilet - FlushTrash/Litter ReceptaclesWheelchair Accessible

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve - Thurmond Depot

Take U.S. Route 19 to the Glen Jean exit, north of Beckley. Follow the signs to Thurmond, seven miles down WV Route 25 (Route 25 is a narrow, winding road and is not recommended for RVs and trailers). No automotive services are available in Thurmond.

railroad depot and RR tracks
NPS photo, Dave Bieri
Address254 River Crest Road · Thurmond, WV 25936
Official pageOn nps.gov →

Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.

National Park Service registry

Checked 2026-08-04

Where is Thurmond Depot Visitor Center?

Thurmond Depot Visitor Center in New River Gorge National Park is at 254 River Crest Road, Thurmond, WV.

What services does Thurmond Depot Visitor Center offer?

Thurmond Depot Visitor Center in New River Gorge National Park lists benches/seating, elevator, historical/interpretive information/exhibits, information, information - maps available, parking - auto, restroom - accessible, toilet - flush, trash/litter receptacles, wheelchair accessible.

Is there a passport stamp at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center?

Yes. Thurmond Depot Visitor Center in New River Gorge National Park is a National Park Passport stamp location. New River Gorge National Park and Preserve - Thurmond Depot

What is the phone number for Thurmond Depot Visitor Center?

Thurmond Depot Visitor Center in New River Gorge National Park can be reached on 3044658550.

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