About this campground
This is the only campground in the park that is not along the river. It is located on a ridgetop near Backus Mountain. There are 8 drive-in sites for tents, RVs, or campers. Only small (less than 25 feet) RVs or campers are recommended. Camp only at designated sites. RV, camper, or car camping in non-designated sites or any parking area is strictly prohibited.
Getting there
From Beckley, take Highway 41 to McCreery, cross the river, and continue towards Danese. Turn right onto Backus Mountain Road, drive approximately 1 1/2 miles and turn right at the gravel road (SR 22/7). The campground is on your right approximately 1/2 mile off Backus Road.
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Glade Creek CampgroundNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve2 mi
- Grandview Playground ShelterNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
- Grandview SandbarNew River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
- Grandview Shelter 1New River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
- Grandview Shelter 2New River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
- Grandview Shelter 3New River Gorge National Park & Preserve4 mi
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War Ridge/Backus Mountain Campground doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby West Virginia campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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