Fall Weather Adventures: Are You Properly Dressed?

As the trees turn brilliant shades of red and gold and the air fills with the scent of crisp leaves, cozy fires, and apple cider, it’s time to make sure your wardrobe is ready for fall weather and leaf-peeping season in the New River Gorge.

Temperatures can swing from sunny 83°F afternoons down to brisk 46°F mornings, with scattered showers in between. Weather here can be unpredictable — and often looks very different from one side of the Gorge to the other. Whether you’re climbing, hiking, or simply taking in the views, being prepared makes all the difference.

How do you stay comfortable through cool mornings, humid afternoons, and rainy evenings?

Layers

A little extra planning (and a few more pieces of clothing in your pack) means you can enjoy hours outside without worrying about the weather.

Our Fall Layering Recommendations:

1. Light-weight t-shirt or long sleeve shirt (bonus: sun protection)

2. Fleece or light sweater

3. Rain jacket

4. Long pants or leggings

5. Merino wool socks (cozy + moisture-wicking)

6. Shoes (this is a personal preference)

   1. Breathable trail runners

   2. Waterproof shoes

   3. Hiking boots

Bonus items:

• Hikas Gaiters

  • New to our store!

    We love using these while belaying on chilly mornings, or while walking our pups through the woods.

  • It’s one size fits all, featherlight but super tough.

  • Made from recycled, soft-as-cloud materials.

Stay tuned in a few months for our blog about how to dress appropriately for winter in the New River Gorge.

Check out our blog: “What’s In Your Bag” for some additional items to consider throwing in your pack.