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Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park

Peak - Backcountry Campground is located in New River State Park, NC. The area features rolling hills and dense forests, providing a natural setting for camping. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the New River and various hiking trails.

Description

State Park

New River State Park

The Peaks are backpack-in only and reservations are required one day in advance.Call 1-877-722-6762 or go to ncparks.gov/new-river-state-park/home or reserveamerica.com.Sites are labeled and hiking distances are indicated on the map. The sites offer a rock fire ring, no pit toilet, and no vehicle access.

Reservation Info

Six persons per site. A maximum of twelve people is allowed at the group site.

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Location

Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park is located in North Carolina

Detail location of campground

Directions

**221 Access :** GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 36.46768, -81.34035 36°28'4"N, 81°20'25"W **221 Access Address and Directions:** 358 New River State Park Road, Laurel Springs, NC 28644 From Jefferson take US 221/Hwy 16 N. for 4.7 miles to Tom Fowler Rd, turn right on Tom Fowler Rd and go 1.3 miles and dead end at Old US 221, turn left for 2.6 miles to park entrance on the right. **Wagoner Access** GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 36.414044, -81.389622 N 36 degrees, 24 minutes, 50.6 seconds W 81 degrees, 23 minutes, 22.6 seconds **Wagoner Access Address and Directions:** 1477 Wagoner Access Road, Jefferson, NC 28640 From Jefferson take NC-16S/US 88 E for 4.6 miles, turn right onto Wagoner Access Rd and go 1.2 miles until you enter the park.

Address

358 New River State Park Road
Laurel Springs, NC 28644

Coordinates

36.414044 N
81.389622 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

Contact

General Info

Reservations

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Peak - Backcountry Campground — New River State Park does not have wifi.