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
Jaime R
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2022 • Stayed at: C-18, Loop: C
There are so many positives to this place. We saw a beautiful, healthy doe right off the bat. The staff was super nice. Our site was super clean and easy to find. We had a nice fire pit which you definitely should utilize while you listen to the critters of the night come alive. The picnic tables are in good shape. Sleeping comes easy especially with quiet time. All you hear are crickets, frogs, and such. We definitely plan on returning.
Dillard H
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2022 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: C
It’s a great campground..the wife and I have been going over there for several years now..the only issue that I can see ..and wish you would bring back is the campground hosts..it would make some of the new comers feel more at ease…and not feel as if they pay for their spot and forgot about…
Joseph G
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: B-05, Loop: B
Nice paved sites, almost level on many. Clean restrooms and showers. Quiet. Excellent place to stay.
billy m
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: B-20, Loop: B
Check in is a breeze. We got to the site backed in, the electric was on.
The spaces are shaded. The rangers patrol the area. The entire park
Is as clean as you’ll find anywhere and if you like quite this is the place.
Lonnie W
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: B-11, Loop: B
Great park nice people
Carl G
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2022 • Stayed at: C-24, Loop: C
The facilities, including sewer in B & C loops, was excellent. Out site, and quite s few others were out of level requiring blocks under the wheels to avoid lifting tires off the pavement. The paved site surface was very nice, otherwise. Trail heads were mainly in 3 locations: Wilderness CG, at the town of Cumberland Gap and thru the tunnel to near the Visitor Center. Trails were very good on scenery, surfacing & maintenance. Signage could be improved. Bathhouse was good. Most of the sites had very good tree shade.
Angela H
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2022 • Stayed at: B-01, Loop: B
The stay was great but we were staying in a campsite on the main road (B1) and people were driving very fast. The speed limit is 15 mph and multiple people were driving much faster maybe around 35-40 mph. I just think there should be speed bumps or something installed to prevent the possibility of injuries to small children or pets.
Adam W
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: B-07, Loop: B
For a quieter experience, definitely worth going once school is back in session. We didn't get to do any hiking due to not being able to stay long, but we plan to come back. The amphitheatre is beautiful and really would like to see one of the programs there. You will definitely want to make your way up to Pinnacle Overlook. There is a hiking trail from the campground but you can drive up (no campers or trailers).
One of the things we were hoping to see were bears in the wild (from a safe distance) and they eluded us on this trip.
Steve I
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2022 • Stayed at: B-11, Loop: B
Beautiful site!! Wonderful paved site and pretty level. Easy access to bathrooms and showers, and potable water. Very clean and well cared for!! Rangers were very friendly, informative and shared many insightful facts and places to go and see!! We will be back this was such a wonderful experience and close to many sigths and local needs like foor and other supplies.
Paul S
VerifiedAugust 31, 2022 • Stayed at: C-14, Loop: C
Nice shady and quiet sites. Lots of hiking trail access from the camp ground. Excellent bath houses.
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
