Cumberland Gap Wilderness Road Campground is a charming destination nestled in the heart of the Cumberland Gap National Park, located at 854 National Park Rd, Ewing, VA 24248. This campground provides a perfect blend of nature and comfort for both RV enthusiasts and tent campers. Surrounded by lush forests and scenic landscapes, it offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to explore the great outdoors.
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, Cumberland Gap Wilderness Road Campground ensures a memorable experience. The campground features thoughtfully laid-out sites that provide ample space, ensuring privacy without feeling isolated. With easy access to essential facilities like clean restrooms and showers, guests can enjoy all the comforts of home while immersing themselves in nature.
The campground's location near the Cumberland Gap National Park offers a wealth of outdoor activities. Hiking trails cater to various skill levels, from moderate walks to challenging treks, with opportunities to spot wildlife like black bears. The Pinnacle Overlook is a must-visit, offering breathtaking views that are particularly stunning during fall foliage season.
Guests have praised the campground for its well-kept facilities and the friendliness of the ranger staff. Many visitors highlight the beauty of the changing leaves during fall and the convenience of nearby amenities like the Circle K gas station for additional firewood at a lower cost.
"We had an amazing experience staying here! The sites were nicely spaced, and the trails were fantastic for hiking. The staff was super helpful, and we loved how easy it was to access the Pinnacle Overlook." - Visitor Review
Cumberland Gap Wilderness Road Campground is more than just a place to stay; it's an experience that connects you with nature while offering all the necessary comforts. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, this campground provides the perfect setting for your next outdoor getaway.
Onsite services
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
RV camping
RV electric hookup
RV sewer hookup
RV water hookup
Hiking
Credit cards
Debit cards
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Free parking lot
Free street parking
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
Outstanding National Park campground. Whether RV or tent, sites are thoughtfully laid out and not on top of each other. Nice bathroom and showers. Clean and great short or long hikes. Be sire to drive up to Pinnacle Overlook nearby and walk up the paved trail.
We visited for 5 days/4 nights in early October 2024. The leaves had just started to change but many were on the ground. The campground is well maintained and set up with 7 semi-circles connected to a common main road. The sites were a mix of open and private within easy walking distance to trash/recycling and bathroom/shower facilities. The ranger staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. You can buy firewood onsite for $10/bundle or at the nearby Circle K gas station (in Middlesboro) for $20/3 bundles. The trails within the park are awesome with lots of grade differential. They are rated moderate and we'd recommend hiking sticks to help with stability. We encountered small to medium sized black bear (momma and two cubs and a lone adult) three times during our hikes but each time they were frightened off by our walking noises and ran quickly away from us so fast that we were unable to get any photos. The Pinnacle Overlook was beautiful and worth the drive or hike (we hiked). We can only image the beauty during peak fall colors. We try to minimize our trash but the park only recycles plastic bottles and cans. Glass and paper need to be taken out with you or deposited in the trash. The showers are unisex and massive for a campground, but only two in each shower building. They have constant hot water and a large bench for changing. We had beautiful temps with highs in the 70s and lows in the low 50s. We had a great experience and would love to return.
Very nice and clean campsites with and without electricity. Each site has a picnic table and fire pits with a grill grate. Has several shower houses with restrooms throughout the park. Lots of walking trails. Has an amphitheater. A place to get firewood, dumpsters, bear-safe containers at certain campsites, water for your campers, and a place to remove your sewage.
Awesome camp site. RV sites only have an electric connection, but there are showers and bathrooms throughout each parking area. At the entrance there's a dump and water for those that need to use it. Very relaxing atmosphere. We definitely plan on visiting again.
Primitive or electric only campground. They do have bath houses and restrooms. They also have a dump station and fresh water at the park entrance. Love the large wooded campsites. We will definitely be camping here again. Park Rangers were very helpful