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
Amie H
VerifiedApril 14, 2024 • Stayed at: B-20, Loop: B
Quiet and clean!
Steven G
VerifiedApril 8, 2024 • Stayed at: G-2, Loop: G
Awesome support of scouting programs in the group camping areas
Susan S
VerifiedApril 7, 2024 • Stayed at: B-16, Loop: B
We enjoyed a 3 night stay in an RV site with electric hookup. A lot of the sites aren't level, including the one we chose, but we were able to switch to a level one. The sites have some space and privacy between them and it was quiet when we were there (late March). There is good hiking in that area, including right from the campground (we enjoyed the Tri-Peak and Pinnacle hikes) The history in that area is interesting, and the town of Cumberland Gap is worth visiting, with some good places to eat. Also recommend spending some time at the Visitor's Center. An enjoyable 3 day stay!
hannie s
VerifiedApril 3, 2024 • Stayed at: C-18, Loop: C
hele aardige camphost , alles was schoon en goed verzorgt . Echt een plek om weer heen te gaan, aanrader
Lonnie W
VerifiedApril 3, 2024 • Stayed at: B-03, Loop: B
Great
Jody T
VerifiedMarch 25, 2024 • Stayed at: C-11, Loop: C
Loved it! Cumberland Gap was great and so was the campground. Park Ranger, Stormy, was very helpful and informative. He gave my husband and I great advice and tips!
Bradley L
VerifiedMarch 18, 2024 • Stayed at: B-04, Loop: B
Nice litte place other than the fact that I was able to book a site online that didnt actually exist. We luckily just pulled into a site that wasnt occupied and stayed for the night since thats all we needed. The site just needs a little extra attention maybe.
Karen S
VerifiedMarch 16, 2024 • Stayed at: C-09, Loop: C
Late winter stay was very quiet and enjoyable. I can see how this campground is busy during the camping season and imagine it could become much louder and not private at all. Another downside is there's so many trees you take the chance of branches coming down on your rig. Mine took a hit from a very large branch that got caught on my skylight. There's no grass to speak of.
Jock K
VerifiedMarch 9, 2024 • Stayed at: D-22, Loop: D
You may want to contact park visitor center to make sure restrooms in your chosen loop is functional.
ANDREW E
VerifiedFebruary 29, 2024 • Stayed at: C-11, Loop: C
Great trails in the area. Wish I had had more time. I must have missed the information if given about limited bathhouses open. Not a big deal. I was comfortable with it. Easy in and out.
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 4, 2026
