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Wagoner Access at New River State Park welcomes campers with pets across 20 drive-in sites and tent-only walk-in camping areas. All pet-friendly sites feature fire pits, picnic tables, and access to clean restrooms and showers. The park maintains a leash policy throughout the grounds, including designated pet tie-up poles at campsites for convenience while setting up camp. Sites near the river offer pets cooling opportunities during summer months, though bug spray is recommended for waterside camping. Each site provides good privacy with dense greenery between campsites, creating natural separation for dogs who may be reactive to passing campers.
The park's hiking trails accommodate leashed dogs and are exceptionally well-marked according to regular campers. New River State Park offers excellent water access with pets allowed along shorelines and in the river for supervised swimming. Dogs must remain leashed even near water. Sites 46, 45, and 41 provide the best water views for campers with pets seeking riverside relaxation. For RV camping with dogs, Raccoon Holler Campground near Jefferson offers full hookups and features a fishing pond where leashed pets can join their owners. Most campgrounds in the area enforce quiet hours that help prevent excessive barking issues. During summer months, the Elk Shoals access area provides an excellent swimming hole where well-behaved dogs can cool off under supervision.
"Please respect the distance advice and don't feed them. We witnessed a lady attempting to pet the stallion of the herd, not respecting his signs to make her back off."
"Campground Review: There are two campgrounds in Grayson Highland SP which is located by The Mouth Of Wilson, VA, near the North Carolina border."
from $27 - $98 / night
Check Availability"It offers RV, drive in and hike in tent sites and also teepee camping."
"There is a place to wash dishes outside as well. Fantastic walking trails - some parts quite steep but we got a good workout through the woods on the property."
from $25 - $136 / night
Check Availability"We camped at the Wagoner access with our dogs over the weekend. The campground is very beautiful. You have to walk in but the park provides little carts and wheelbarrows."
"Beautiful days hiking nearby, cold nights. Pet friendly. Pretty clean bath house. Visitors center nearby. Sites were mostly level, with gravel, fire pit, picnic table."
from $27 - $72 / night
Check Availability"Julian Price Park is a beautiful campground just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We enjoy this campground on the weekends throughout the fall and spring as it is less occupied."
"Some RV sites are on the edge of the road. Clean restrooms and showers. Great hiking trails nearby beginning in the campground. Dog friendly. If you have a National park pass you get a discount."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"But, ya know North Carolina summers."
"The site also had a huge area for the picnic table and the fire ring is far away from your camper. There was a huge grassy area behind our site with a creek, lots of space for our dog."
from $17 - $72 / night
Check Availability"There’s plenty of swings throughout the campground for people to enjoy a long with basketball court, bourse shoes, fishing, frisbee golf, walking trails, a massive field that my daughter loved playing"
"I picked this campground because it was very close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My plan was to ride my motorcycle through this beautiful area of NC, but the rain didn't cooperate this trip."
"I enjoyed the drive out to this site, it is far enough off of the beaten path but still close to town. The site is a very easy drive to Boone and Tweetsie Railroad."
"The only down side is that the tent sites are road side…so when the campers pull in and out you hear them hitting the gas."
"Check-in was easy at the office at the entrance of the campground."
"The campground is tucked away outside of Boone, but not so far that if you really need something you cant get it."
"Short drive to Mt. Roger's and wild ponies or to Virginia Creeper Biking Trail. Quaint town of West Jefferson close."
"Small but wonderful campground that sits right next to a trout stream. Definitely the place to go if you just want to get away from it all!"
from $10 - $50 / night
"Twin rivers campground is located in Crumpler NC on the river. It is a primitive campground with both RV and tent sites. "
"It seems a little bit of a sketchy drive into the primitive sites, but no one had any problems as far as I know—we certainly didn’t!"
ScoutAwesome property and views. Private and quiet. Creek is like a river, cool getaway during the day. Great attractions close by. West Jefferson, home of Ashe Cheese, and much more, less than 30 minutes away.
ScoutLook, I live here and run the Campground and I strive to create a memorable experience for all. Trout stream runs through Campground. Short drive to Mt. Roger's and wild ponies or to Virginia Creeper Biking Trail. Quaint town of West Jefferson close.
GuideThis place is amazing!! Dog park needs to be updated but the fact they had a dog park was amazing. There was live music, karaoke, candy scavenger hunts for kids, even a bowling ally! I recommend this 100%
LegendThis campground was pristine - from the moment we turned the corner, until the moment we left!
We met Kimberly within seconds of pulling on the property. She was incredibly kind and made us feel at home immediately. As tent campers, she told us our best choices were a 30 amp site on the river ($50) or a 30-amp site off the river ($44). These prices are steep for tent camping, but include 2 adults, kids and pets. Additional adults come with a fee, but we were happy the kids were included. Not only were the pets included, but they have a dog park area that they can run free and stretch their legs!
We came into the cute little office where Kimberly gave us a campground map (which was painted by a resident camper glass blower) and told us about her property. Several items were on sale inside the store, including many shirts, sweatshirts, hats, etc. They also sell kids fishing poles, stickers and even a fresh coffee cup machine. They have recently renovated the bathhouse (wait until you see it!) they have a library with books and games, an outdoor sink to wash dishes etc. and even a laundry room that operates on the honor system. How great is that! I thought it was wonderful that we could wash a wet sleeping bag or a quick load of stinky hiking clothes if necessary! Kimberly explained that they have a pretty good mix of short and long term campers (primarily RV's) and even a cute little cabin that can be rented.
Kimberly said that they choose not to allow on-line bookings to maintain the atmosphere that they desire. You can call, or submit a request, but they want to have a conversation with you before booking. The campground was calm, friendly and so so clean. Campers were friendly, the campground host was as kind as could be, and so proud about her new bathrooms. (See below). This is the kind of campground we would feel good about our kids biking around in the evening as they chase fire flies and meet new friends!
The campground was located on the river, but the slope was challenging from several sites. With kiddos, I may prefer a site closer to the road because it was nearly a flat walk out to the river. We will surely be back!
ScoutCampground sites are a bit close together but it is well maintained and has friendly staff. Wifi works well. Nice dog park.
TravelerBy far the best KOA I have stayed at. This place is huge and some thing for everyone. Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly.
LegendWe camped at the Wagoner access with our dogs over the weekend. The campground is very beautiful. You have to walk in but the park provides little carts and wheelbarrows. The sites and the bathhouse are very well maintained. The park host, Tom Keller, was just fantastic. Really helpful and super nice. There are also 2 beautiful hiking trails starting at the campground. I would definitely camp here again even if I have to say there are much more scenic places in this part of North Carolina.
TravelerI’m not even sure you can call this a campground! A majority of those staying here were in top of the line campers. It truly felt like a community. There are two bath houses, a dog park, an activity center, and a river flowing behind the sites. It was beautiful and had a cheery atmosphere. They even had WiFi! I was definitely spoiled here.
GuideGreat campground! We are tent campers and loved our time here! There are A LOT of spots in a small area. That would be my only complaint if you want to call it that. The campgrounds clean and the owners are super nice and helpful. We have a dog and love the dog park! The bathrooms are very clean and nice! I would definitely recommend this campground!
Primitive camping opportunities near West Jefferson, North Carolina cluster along the New River and extend into surrounding forested lands. The area sits between 2,900-3,500 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 10-15 degrees cooler than lowland areas. Winter camping remains accessible at many sites with seasonal closures primarily affecting higher elevation campgrounds from November through March.
Fishing access: Helton Creek Campground offers direct access to a premier trout stream. "Delayed Harvest trout stream, well stocked in spring, larger fish stocked in fall, October I think. Probably 2-3 miles of good fishable water," notes Scott G.
Mountain biking trails: Grindstone Recreation Area serves as a gateway to regional trail systems. "Mt. Roger's Trailhead nearby, with connector trail on grounds," explains Shannon M. The campground sits near the Virginia Creeper Trail, a 34-mile converted rail trail suitable for all skill levels.
Scenic driving routes: The Blue Ridge Parkway runs within 20 minutes of West Jefferson, with access points near Julian Price Campground. "Just a short drive to downtown Boone and Grandfather Mountain," notes Jolie L., making it convenient for campers seeking both wilderness and small-town attractions.
Spacious sites: Blue Bear Mountain Camp gets high marks for site privacy. "The campsites are very spaced out. The elevation is high so weather is nice for those trying to escape the summer heat," writes Kristen J. The campground sits at higher elevation than West Jefferson, offering natural cooling during summer months.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise maintenance standards at Stone Mountain State Park. "The bathhouse was heated, clean and the men's bathroom had two showers," reports David B. Even during peak season, bathroom facilities receive regular cleaning throughout the day.
River access: Direct water access ranks high with campers at Twin Rivers Family Campground. "Our site (#3) was right on the New River. There are some permanent sites, tent sites, RV sites, and several primitive sites," shares Kevin A. The campground provides kayak and canoe rentals on-site for water recreation.
Weather considerations: Mountain elevation means rapid weather changes even in summer. "We camped in site 115 on Friday-Sunday oct21-23 and it was bliss," notes Booboys outdoor A. at Raccoon Holler Campground, but recommends packing for 30-40 degree temperature swings between day and night.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking during peak season (May-October). "The A loop are reservable, and they have been reserved for several weeks (maybe months) in advance. They are the best sites as far as seeing the lake," warns Myron C. at Julian Price Campground.
Site variations: Campground maps often don't tell the full story about individual sites. "The tent sites are thoughtfully away from the RV sites, yet most are closer to the road. Next time, we would choose to camp in the tent area inside the pine trees," suggests Kirsten J. who camped at Raccoon Holler.
Kid-friendly activities: Honey Bear Campground organizes regular family events. "Great for kids - rootbeer float nights, outdoor movies with marshmellow pits, creeks to splash in. Full bathhouses, laundry & even a gameroom. My kids loved the tire swings & animals!" reports Karyn H.
Quiet campgrounds: For families seeking peaceful settings, Boone KOA maintains strict quiet hours. "Even though the campground was full with RVs and other campers, it was surprisingly quiet and respectful at night—ideal for families," shares David N.
Hiking difficulty levels: Check trail ratings before heading out with children. "The nature center was very interactive and great for kids. We were too far away from the water to walk, so we missed out on that," explains Lisa T. about New River State Park, recommending researching trail distances before promising water access to children.
Site leveling challenges: Many mountain campgrounds require extra leveling equipment. "Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out," Kevin A. notes about Raccoon Holler Campground. Bring multiple leveling blocks for mountain terrain.
Road access considerations: Mountain roads leading to campgrounds can present challenges. "The state maintained gravel road used to access campground was narrow and would be difficult to get a large camper up there, although there were lots of large ones there," warns Kristen J. about Blue Bear Mountain Camp.
Hookup limitations: Check utilities before booking. "We have a Flagstaff 26RLWS with 2 slides on the driver side. With the steps out, there was only a few feet between them and the picnic table," shares Dryw B. from Boone KOA, noting site width constraints common in mountain campgrounds.
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