Grandview Playground Shelter

Po Box 246, Glen Jean, West Virginia, United States
The Grand View
Playground Shelter
Grandview Playground Shelter (Rear)
Grandview Playground Shelter (Main)

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About Grandview Playground Shelter

The Playground Picnic Shelter is the main shelter at Grandview. It is closest to the main playground and ball fields, located just past the amphitheater.

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 31

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Reviews

5 reviews

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Despite arriving during a heavy rainstorm and dealing with soggy conditions around the shelter, guests were able to enjoy their day once the rain stopped. The shelter itself is spacious, clean, and well-equipped, making it a comfortable spot. Its prime location near playgrounds, sports courts, and trails adds to its appeal.

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4.8

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Lana B

August 23, 2026

It was a monsoon rain when we arrived and had to wait an hour in our cars. However the rain stopped and we were able to enjoy the day. There was sooo much water around the shelter it was impossible to get to the shelter without soaking your feet! Drains must have stopped up since everything stayed soppy the entire day!

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Harold E

July 18, 2026

Shelter was very roomy and comfortable. Clean. All receptacles functioned as they should. Excellent space.

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Rachel Q

July 3, 2026

Best location at the park. Close to the playground, volleyball & basketball courts and the baseball field. Also close to the main overlook and trails.

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Delsie Z

July 13, 2024

Location was ideal as it was close to the bathrooms, playground, and overlook. Everything was well maintained. Several strangers came by to use the water fountain which is totally out of the way. Plenty of open area to play games, etc.

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Delsie Z

July 9, 2022

Excellent location and easy accessibility. Plenty of outlets. Only complaint was the grills were not cleaned from previous occupant. Close to playground, overlook and restrooms.

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Location & Directions for Grandview Playground Shelter

Po Box 246, Glen Jean, WV 25846 United States

Elevation: 762 ft

Nearest town

Glen Jean, WV - 24 mi

About 34 min to downtown

Highway access

The Grandview Playground Shelter is accessible via US Highway 19, which is approximately 12 miles away. Additionally, Interstate 64 is around 20 miles to the north.

Near New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

The closest entrance is: Grandview Visitor Center

Approximate drive: 0 mi · 0 min

Policies & Rules

General

  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all areas at Grandview.
  • Decorations are allowed, provided they do not damage the structure (i.e. no staples or nails) and are cleaned up on departure including all tape remnants.
  • Any signs or other notices to participants will be a stand-alone, temporary measure only, must not be attached to boardwalks, railings or trees any vegetation. These stand-alone signs must be promptly removed by user at the conclusion of your event at the shelter.
  • Glitter or confetti in any form (table decorations, cannons, popper, etc.) and silly string are prohibited.
  • The following are prohibited:  helium and water balloons; throwing of rice, confetti, flower petals, or birdseed; release of balloons or birds into the air; loud audio devices; fireworks; wading pools or dunk tanks; mechanical rides or petting zoos; activities or games that involve food such as egg toss; any form of gambling or gambling devices (including raffles or lotteries); collection of fees or donations; smoking in buildings, on boardwalks or in vegetated areas; writing on or discoloring any natural feature or structure; off-road vehicles.
  • All Grandview shelters must be left in substantially the same condition as they were prior to reservation with all refuse properly disposed at the conclusion of event. The use of sidewalk chalk, markers, crayons, paint markers, or any other marking devices on concrete, wooden structures, picnic tables, or asphalt areas is prohibited.
  • You may rearrange picnic tables at the shelter for your event. You are responsible for returning the picnic tables to the original location at the conclusion of the event.
  • Bouncy houses, drones, fireworks, dunk tanks, and wading pools are not allowed.
  • Potable water is available at restrooms and nearby drinking fountains.
  • Commercial activity (i.e. sales) is prohibited.
  • Use of the pavilion for weddings and wedding receptions requires a Special Use Permit. Call 304-465-6517 for permit information.
  • Keep your confirmation notice with you in the event of a conflict with a non-reservation party.
  • Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Pet excrement must be immediately picked up and disposed of by the person in control of the pet.
  • Cutting, destroying, digging, removing or possessing any tree, shrub, or other plant is prohibited. Digging holes, moving rocks, or constructing viewing platforms is prohibited. In no instance will anything be stapled or nailed to trees, bushes, or structures. Any signs or other notices to participants will be a stand-alone, temporary measure only and removed by user at the conclusion of event.
  • For additional park information call (304) 465-0508 or visit www.nps.gov/neri

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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