TRAM RIDES RESUME Aerial Tram Rides Resume At Hawks Nest State Park
Reported by: Jeff Morris
Web Producer: Jeff Morris
Reported: Oct. 26, 2012 10:47 AM EDT
Updated: Oct. 26, 2012 10:53 AM EDT
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Ansted, Fayette
, Kanawha County
, West Virginia
Aerial tram rides have resumed at Hawks Nest State Park following a temporary shutdown for repairs, but you must act fast if you want a ride – the end of the season is Sunday.
Tram rides are scheduled 11 a.m. –4:45 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. - 6:45 p.m. Saturdays and Sunday, according to a news release from the state Division of Natural Resources. The aerial tram closes for the season from November through April.
The aerial tram departs from the Hawks Nest Lodge complex and descends into the New River Gorge, landing at the marina area. It is a 500-foot descent with a ride time of 2 minutes and 45 seconds.
For information about Hawks Nest State Park, lodge, restaurant and activities, call 304-658-5212 or visit www.hawksnestsp.com.
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Jeff Morris
