About Wilderness Road Campground
Number of accommodations: 151
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (585)
What Guests Are Saying
Wilderness Road Campground is a well-maintained and clean facility, offering spacious and wooded sites, clean bathrooms, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. The campground features excellent hiking trails and a convenient location near Cumberland Gap, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. While some sites may be uneven and road noise can be present, overall experiences are positive, with many guests expressing their intention to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Wilderness Road Campground is a well-maintained and clean facility, offering spacious and wooded sites, clean bathrooms, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. The campground features excellent hiking trails and a convenient location near Cumberland Gap, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. While some sites may be uneven and road noise can be present, overall experiences are positive, with many guests expressing their intention to return.
Review Summary
Justin V
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2025 • Stayed at: C-21, Loop: C
The campground was well maintained. Nice clean facilities. This site was nice but the incline was very steep! Bring plenty of leveling blocks.
John H
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2025 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: C
Easy!
Brian T
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2025 • Stayed at: D-35, Loop: D
Beautiful area for camping with great trails for biking and hiking
Alex R
VerifiedJanuary 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C-08, Loop: C
Very good in all regards besides the fact that the men's bathroom sink was not functioning. I would give it a 4.5 or higher if I could do so!
martin r
VerifiedDecember 24, 2024 • Stayed at: D-22, Loop: D
Site was nice and clean restrooms were horible one was full and wouldnt flush when i got there the other had no paper and hadnt been cleaned in a while i stayed two nights and it was the same when i left showers were working but needed cleaning bad other than that it was great hiked some nice trails
elijah b
VerifiedDecember 23, 2024 • Stayed at: C-16, Loop: C
The site (C-16) was nice, although the slope was a bit much for sleeping on the ground.
Biggest complaint was the bathhouse. One toilet clogged and never fixed, one without TP so we ended up buying our own, the trash can never got emptied, and the sink didn't work. We ended up leaving a night early mostly due to rain getting into our tent, but I don't think I'd go here during the off season again unless I saw some change in how the campground was managed. The host appeared to be present, but we left early and got back late each day so we never saw them to inquire about the bathhouse conditions.
Jeff S
VerifiedDecember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: B-05, Loop: B
Ami D
VerifiedDecember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: E-08, Loop: E
I hammock camp and the pictures online of each site gave me an idea of which spots may work for me. Upon arriving, I was able to drive around to determine the best spot for my needs, then scan the QR code that was conveniently laminated and clipped to the reservation post on each site. From here, I was able to reserve and pay for my site online without having to go back to the main office/host. I was also comfortable leaving my gear set up while I left to hike. The shower and bath houses were clean, odor free, and warm. There was no trash debris. Great experience!
Christopher T
VerifiedDecember 7, 2024 • Stayed at: B-15, Loop: B
Very nice campground. Restrooms and shower room are clean and convenient.
Johnathan S
VerifiedDecember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: C
Love this campground. Very rare for us to go camping anywhere that doesn't offer water but this place is worth it. Especially in the winter season when there are less people there. My only complaint is some of the tables and fire rings are on the wrong side of the camper. Our spot had the table on the correct side but the fire ring was around back. Think its also important to note I believe some of the sites are listed shorter than what they actually are with the new booking system. Glad it is no longer first come first serve. Both sites I have staid in are rated for a smaller rig then what I have and both easily fit a 40ft 5th wheel with room for my truck.
Location Wilderness Road Campground
Address:
Cumberland Gap Wilderness Road Campground, 854 National Park Road
Ewing, VA, 24248
United States
Wilderness Road Campground is located at the end of National Park Road, off US Highway 58 in Virginia.
- From the Park Visitor Center in Middlesboro, Kentucky (approximately 5 miles): When leaving the visitor center parking lot, turn left onto Pinnacle View Road, then take the ramp down and merge into US-25E S toward Harrogate, Tennessee. Go through the tunnel into Tennessee. Turn right onto US-58 E toward Jonesville, Virginia and Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. Cross into Virginia. Continue on US-58 approximately 2.4 miles, then turn left onto National Park Road. Continue on National Park Road to the campground entrance.
- From Knoxville, Tennessee (approximately 56 miles): Take TN-331 (Tazewell Pike) toward Tazewell, approximately 39 miles. Turn left onto US-25E N toward Harrogate. Go through Harrogate, then turn right onto US-58 E toward Jonesville, Virginia and Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. If you enter the tunnel then you missed the turn. On US-58 you will cross into VIrginia. Continue on US-58 approximately 2.4 miles, then turn left onto National Park Road. Continue on National Park Road to the campground entrance.
- From Abingdon, Virginia (approximately 115 miles): Take I-81 S toward Bristol, Tennessee. After approximately 18 miles, take US-11W S toward Kingsport. After approximately 20 miles, turn right onto US-23 N. Cross into Virginia. After approximately 22 miles, turn left onto US-58 W. Continue on US-58 W for approximately 52 miles, then turn right onto National Park Road. Continue on National Park Road to the campground entrance.
- From Lexington, Kentucky (approximately 130 miles): Take I-75 S toward Knoxville, Tennessee. After approximately 75 miles, take exit 29 onto US-25E S (Cumberland Gap Parkway). Continue on US-25E S approximately 48 miles, going through the Cumberland Gap Tunnel and into Tennessee. Turn right onto US-58 E toward Jonesville, Virginia and Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. Cross into Virginia. Continue on US-58 approximately 2.4 miles, then turn left onto National Park Road. Continue on National Park Road to the campground entrance.
Wilderness Road Campground is accessible via US Route 58, which is approximately 13 miles to the south. Additionally, Interstate 75 is about 25 miles to the west, providing further access to the region.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.6045 / -83.6325
Elevation: 418 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Camping is permitted no more than 14 days within a rolling 30-day period. Campers should be prepared for unlevel campsites.
- BEARS ARE ACTIVE IN THE PARK. Please help keep humans, pets, and bears safe. NEVER feed wild animals. DO NOT leave pets unattended. Store food and scented items in your vehicle. Dispose of pet food, food scraps, and garbage properly. DO NOT leave trash or food scraps in fire rings. Report bear sightings to a park ranger or by calling the park visitor center at 606-248-2817.
- FIREWOOD must be purchased in the campground or within Lee County, VA, or gathered in the campground (down and dead wood only). Wood from outside Lee County may be infested with non-native insects that damage and kill native trees.
- Please note there is NO Wi-Fi at the campground.
- Pets are allowed but must be on a leash and under a person's control at all times.
- POISON IVY grows naturally throughout the area, including in the campground. Learn how to identify and avoid it. Stay on marked trails and roads. Wipe down pets that have explored undergrowth. Clean clothes and gear after contact.
- Quiet hours are from .
- Cars and trailers must be parked on asphalt at designated sites.
- Loops B, C, D and comfort station #2 will remain open from mid-November through mid-March for the winter season. The comfort station located between loops A & B and all other loops will be closed during this time. Campers should plan accordingly.
- Supplies are available in Cumberland Gap and Harrogate, TN; Gibson Station, VA; and Middlesboro, KY.
- For accidents or emergencies, CALL 911. To report suspicious activity after-hours, call the Claiborne County. TN, Dispatch at (423)626-1911
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
