About this campground
This tent only campground located near the historic railroad town of Thurmond offers 7 walk-in sites, 5 on the sandy beach of the New River and 2 in the nearby forest. There are no drive-in sites at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited. The Stone Cliff Trailhead also starts at the campground.
Getting there
From U.S. Route 19 north of Beckley, take the Glen-Jean-Thurmond exit. Take an immediate left and go 0.5 miles to Glen Jean. Turn right and follow the signs for Thurmond (WV Route 25). Continue for 6 miles to a three-way intersection. Bear right and go 1.5 miles on this road. Take a right on the gravel road, just before the bridge crossing the New River. Continue past the boat launch to the parking area.
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Thurmond Depot Visitor CenterNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve2 mi
- Thayer CampgroundNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve3 mi
- Brooklyn CampgroundNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
- Grandview SandbarNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve5 mi
- Army CampNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve6 mi
- Grandview Playground ShelterNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve7 mi
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