Stone Cliff

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
campground map Camp Location

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.

DESCRIPTION

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.

RESERVABLE CAMP SPOTS:
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FIRST COME FIRST SERVED:
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WEATHER INFO

Weather in the Appalachian Mountains can be unpredictable and may change quickly. Always be prepared for the possibility of sudden storms. Weather in the mountains is often cooler and wetter than the surrounding area. On average, the warmest month is July. The maximum average precipitation also occurs in July.

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RESERVATIONS INFO

All sites are managed on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations are not accepted.