Welcome to Via Ferrata

Nelson Rocks Preserve (NRP) is an outdoor recreation area located in the scenic North Fork Valley of Pendleton County, West Virginia. The Preserve is a privately owned and funded organization dedicated to the preservation of Nelson Rocks as a natural, scenic and recreational resource. Public access is currently offered for trail hiking and via ferrata climbing.

NELSON ROCKS VIA FERRATA - WEST VIRGINIA'S WILDEST OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!

We at NRP would like to thank everyone who helped make 2007 a great year for the Via Ferrata! With everyone's help in spreading the word, via ferrata visits increased by more than 25% over 2006, with more than 2,200 guests enjoying the climb. Our phones are busy scheduling Fall reservations, so if you have a particular date (or dates!) in mind for a visit, please be sure to call and reserve well in advance.

SCHEDULING VIA FERRATA CLIMBS

Via ferrata climbing is by appointment only, dependent on weather AND staff availability. Scheduling is by telephone and online. call our Toll Free: 1-800-729-9230 well ahead of your chosen date(s) to ensure availability, and please do not assume you have an appointment until we have spoken to you and confirmed your time. We also reserve the right to postpone or cancel your via climb, in our sole discretion, due to circumstances beyond our control, i.e., weather conditions, staffing issues etc.