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
Gregory J
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: A-14, Loop: A
The park ranger was very helpful!
Restrooms nice and clean. A beautiful area with many hiking trails.
Duane P
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: C-03, Loop: C
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Spencer G
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2022 • Stayed at: B-10, Loop: B
Great campground. Just be aware of size of camping spot and the slope of the pad, those can be a little inclined. There’s quite a bit to do around the area. Dutch treat Amish store in Ewing, Va. Gap Cave tour and Hensley Settlement tour in the CGNP. Pinnacle overlook is beautiful at sunset. Lincoln museum at LMU. Nice coffee and sandwich shop in CG TN. Walking and hiking trails. A cool walking tunnel near the dog park in CH TN. Restaurants in Middlesbrough KY.
Thomas B
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2022 • Stayed at: C-18, Loop: C
The campground was clean. Some of the campers were noisy. The ranger talked to them but the camp host ignored the noise, perhaps because their campsite was located away from the noise. It would have nice to have water at the campsite. The drain at the dump station did not work properly. Overall a good experience in a terrific location.
Paul S
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2022 • Stayed at: A-14, Loop: A
Great showers
Quite
Paved roads
Angela H
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2022 • Stayed at: B-16, Loop: B
We love this campground! It’s ‘no frills’. But, the spots are large, shaded and private. It’s the quietest campground I’ve ever stayed in. We explored Pine Mountain, Cumberland Gap, Wilderness Road and even took a drive over to Kingdom Come State Park.
Lydia J
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: C-11, Loop: C
We just used this campground as a stop over on our way north but it was fabulous and I would hope to return and tour the different areas.
kelley m
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: B-11, Loop: B
This is the place I stay instead of a hotel when I'm working in the area, as I don't live close by. This campground is one of the most serene, clean and peaceful campgrounds I've ever visited. Hike to any light cave if you get the chance. Large shaded campsites and clean, hot showers make this campground one of my top five choices for tent camping. I absolutely love it.
Tiffany F
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2022 • Stayed at: A-12, Loop: A
The campground was well kept. Bathrooms were nice and clean. Camping sites were a nice size. We liked the row of trees between the sites for added privacy.
Our site was on a slight slope, which was fine until it rained. The vents on the lower part of the tent leaked on one side.
Jerimiah R
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: B-03, Loop: B
Great place to stay - always enjoy camping here with family
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
