Mathews Arm Campground

The place was peaceful and quiet, but the toilets and showers were in dire need of repairs or replacements as they were in poor condition.

The place was peaceful and quiet, but the toilets and showers were in dire need of repairs or replacements as they were in poor condition.

We spent two nights at Mathews Arm Campground. One night heading south on July 20, 2023. One night heading North on July 24, 2023. On the July 24, 2023 day the Ranger was very accommodating and made us feel comfortable, welcome. I have been coming to Mathews Arm for over 30 years. Except the years it was closed. I have seen the trees grow up to be mature. Many improvements including the Entrance Building and overflow Parking Lot. The bathrooms were not clean as they should be. And showing signs of aging which I found common on my trip to different campgrounds. Also the Dump Station could use some attention to the concrete pad. The place in general is very well kept. We really do enjoy going their.

We spent two nights at Mathews Arm Campground. One night heading south on July 20, 2023. One night heading North on July 24, 2023. On the July 24, 2023 day the Ranger was very accommodating and made us feel comfortable, welcome. I have been coming to Mathews Arm for over 30 years. Except the years it was closed. I have seen the trees grow up to be mature. Many improvements including the Entrance Building and overflow Parking Lot. The bathrooms were not clean as they should be. And showing signs of aging which I found common on my trip to different campgrounds. Also the Dump Station could use some attention to the concrete pad. The place in general is very well kept. We really do enjoy going their.

We use the group sites for our church's youth group every other year. Always quiet and fairly private. Group bathrooms were very clean as well. Located relatively closely to the north entrance of Skyline Drive as well as Luray and Sperryville.

We use the group sites for our church's youth group every other year. Always quiet and fairly private. Group bathrooms were very clean as well. Located relatively closely to the north entrance of Skyline Drive as well as Luray and Sperryville.

It is always better to have public shower in the camping site. A 34 don’t have camping ground.

It is always better to have public shower in the camping site. A 34 don’t have camping ground.

A very clean and tidy campground, with adequate space between spots. Each spot has a fire pit and picnic table. Some have bear boxes. Most sites have some shade, but there are few that are more sunny. Some sites are better suited to RV's and not tents. There are no showers at this campground, no ice, and no firewood. There are toilets and water. Two miles from Elkwallow Waside, where there is ice and firewood, but no showers. Nice evening programs by the rangers. I have US Cellular and did have a wee bit of service in Area C, but it was slow and spotty. Overall a great campground and would definitely stay here again.