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987 reviews
Mathews Arm Campground offers a clean, quiet, and well-maintained environment with ample wooded sites that provide privacy for campers. Many visitors appreciate the proximity to various hiking trails and the helpfulness of rangers and camp hosts. While the campground lacks showers and can be crowded on weekends, the overall experience is enhanced by its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings.
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July 2, 2021 Stayed at: B134 Generator Prohibited, Loop: B
Mathew's Arm campground is at the north end of the Shenandoah National Park. There is so much to see and so many trails to hike that it is difficult to single out any activity to recommend. We could have stayed for a month and not exhausted all of the possibilities. Outside of the park the Luray Caverns are a must see, but inside the park it is all about becoming one with nature!
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July 1, 2021 Stayed at: C155, Loop: C
I have been coming to Mathews Arms for over 30 years. Except for the years it was closed. Some areas of the park have become old and tired like myself. I have seen improvements and neglect.
It has always been a good place to start my stay entering from the north. I will always have good memories.
This year I was greeted by a young gentleman who had the personality of the old self check in of past. He fumbled to find my reservation. As we went through the pile of papers he had. He acted like I was interrupting him. When I asked a question 🙋♂️. I got no response. A lot of the trails are now neglected. Because of my age I won’t be hiking them anyway. A lot of the overlooks have become over grown to the point where you can’t see anything.
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July 1, 2021 Stayed at: C155, Loop: C
I have been coming to Mathews Arms for over 30 years. Except for the years it was closed. Some areas of the park have become old and tired like myself. I have seen improvements and neglect.
It has always been a good place to start my stay entering from the north. I will always have good memories.
This year I was greeted by a young gentleman who had the personality of the old self check in of past. He fumbled to find my reservation. As we went through the pile of papers he had. He acted like I was interrupting him. When I asked a question 🙋♂️. I got no response. A lot of the trails are now neglected. Because of my age I won’t be hiking them anyway. A lot of the overlooks have become over grown to the point where you can’t see anything.
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June 26, 2021 Stayed at: B118, Loop: B
The camp host was extraordinarily friendly and helpful.
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June 26, 2021 Stayed at: B118, Loop: B
The camp host was extraordinarily friendly and helpful.
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June 24, 2021 Stayed at: C163, Loop: C
Had a wonderful time here! Will be back for sure ! Quiet, and had a great spot . Kids had fun. I would have liked a bear locker as I noticed some sites had them but not all, but we made it work!
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June 24, 2021 Stayed at: B125, Loop: B
Rangers were accommodating and answered all our questions. Site was easy to get in to and level. No hook ups, but knew that. Nice stay, quiet, friendly people.
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June 24, 2021 Stayed at: C163, Loop: C
Had a wonderful time here! Will be back for sure ! Quiet, and had a great spot . Kids had fun. I would have liked a bear locker as I noticed some sites had them but not all, but we made it work!
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June 24, 2021 Stayed at: B125, Loop: B
Rangers were accommodating and answered all our questions. Site was easy to get in to and level. No hook ups, but knew that. Nice stay, quiet, friendly people.
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June 23, 2021 Stayed at: C149, Loop: C
although the campsites are small and you are fairly close to others, it was a very enjoyable experience. there are great views and the drive up the mountain was wonderful! great facilities and helpful staff!
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3655 Highway 211 East, Luray, VA 22835 United States
Elevation: 828 ft
From Washington, D.C. metro area, travel west on Interstate 66 to exit 43A. Take US Highway 29 South to Warrenton, Virginia, then take US Highway 211 west for 28 mi to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive Thornton Gap Entrance. Follow Skyli...
From Washington, D.C. metro area, travel west on Interstate 66 to exit 43A. Take US Highway 29 South to Warrenton, Virginia, then take US Highway 211 west for 28 mi to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive Thornton Gap Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive north approximately 9 mi and turn left into Mathews Arm Campground.
From Richmond, Virginia area, travel north toward Fredericksburg on Interstate 95 approximately 55 mi to exit 130B for Highway 3 and Culpeper, Virginia. Take Highway 3 approximately 33 mi west to US Highway 15/522 north. Continue on 522 North approximately 20 mi to Sperryville. Turn left onto US Highway 211 West and follow 8 mi to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive, Thornton Gap Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive North approximately 9 mi and turn left into Mathews Arm Campground.
The closest entrance is: Thornton Gap Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 8.4 mi · 14 min
Last updated: October 23, 2026
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Population: 4,827
Nearby city: Harrisonburg, VA
Approx. 38 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 794 ft
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