The Greenbrier River

 

The Greenbrier River is believed to have been named by early French explorers. The French name for the river was "Ronce Verte," which means "brier green." This is likely because of the many greenbriers (a type of thorny vine) that grow along the riverbanks. The English later translated the name to Greenbrier.

The Greenbrier River is a 173-mile long tributary of the New River. It rises in the high mountains of Pocahontas County, West Virginia, and flows southwesterly through Pocahontas, Greenbrier, and Summers counties. The river is a popular destination for fishing, whitewater rafting, and camping.

The Greenbrier River is also home to a number of historical sites, including the Greenbrier Resort, which was once a popular vacation spot for presidents and other dignitaries.

Here are some other possible origins of the name Greenbrier River:

• The Delaware Indian name for the river was "To-ke-bel-lo-ke," which means "falling creek."
• The Miamas Indian name for the river was "We-ot-o-we," which means "beautiful river."

Ultimately, the exact origin of the name Greenbrier River is unknown. However, it is likely that it was named for the many greenbriers that grow along its banks.