Best Campgrounds near Glen Lyn, VA

Glen Lyn, Virginia and the surrounding area offer several campground options along the New River corridor. Developed campgrounds like Pipestem Resort State Park and Camp Creek State Park's Mash Fork Campground provide full hookups for RVs while also accommodating tent campers. The region includes both established campgrounds with amenities and more rustic options like Walnut Flats, a free dispersed camping area. Several locations feature cabin rentals alongside traditional camping, with Kairos Wilderness Resort providing more unique accommodation options including yurts and glamping setups.

Road access varies throughout the region, with some campgrounds easily accessible from highways while others require navigation along rural roads. "The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it's a gorgeous location," noted one visitor about Kairos Wilderness Resort. Weather conditions remain relatively mild, though seasonal considerations should factor into planning, particularly for riverside camping areas which may experience flooding during heavy rainfall periods. Most developed campgrounds in the region operate year-round, with Pipestem Resort State Park and Camp Creek State Park offering four-season camping facilities. Cell service can be limited in more remote areas, particularly in the wildlife management areas west of Glen Lyn.

Campers frequently mention the New River as a central feature of their experience, with several campgrounds offering direct river access for fishing, kayaking, and other water activities. Many sites provide boat launches, making them popular with anglers and paddlers. A review for Riverview Campground highlighted this appeal: "I loved sitting by the river at night with a fire going; whole different vibe than any other campground I've visited!" Train noise appears as a common concern in reviews for campgrounds near Glen Lyn, with multiple visitors noting the frequency and volume of passing trains. Family-friendly amenities are abundant at larger state parks, with Pipestem Resort State Park receiving particularly strong reviews for its extensive recreation options including horseback riding, swimming pools, hiking trails, and even zip lines. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the camping areas, with several locations situated within or adjacent to wildlife management areas.

Best Camping Sites Near Glen Lyn, Virginia (148)

    1. Pipestem Resort State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Pipestem, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-1800

    "There is plenty to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area. There is a lake to fish and boat on."

    "Pipestem Resort State Park Southern West Virginia

    We spent 4 nights here. Used this park as a base camp for New River Gorge NP. There's many other State Parks we visited too.

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    2. Mash Fork Campground — Camp Creek State Park

    16 Reviews
    Camp Creek, WV
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 425-9481

    "This was a convienent campground right off the highway, easy to get to, small but has a few full hookup sites."

    "Both CGs have a large creek running adjacent to the CG. Trout fishing was very popular though I didn’t catch any. They do restock this time of year."

    3. Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Athens, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 431-1950

    "Good location not far off the exit. Would stay again!"

    "Like a lot of private RV parks, the sites tend to be very close to each other.  Beautiful backdrop of the mountains with mist and low clouds.  Gravel parking pads."

    4. Kairos Wilderness Resort

    2 Reviews
    Glen Lyn, VA
    4 miles
    Website

    "The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it’s a gorgeous location. If you want to go ride dirt bikes or UTVs this place is definitely the spot."

    "It sits on 1500 acres and has 41+ miles of trails. The only complaint is the campsites are very close but everyone was friendly and respectful so all in all it was a great place."

    5. Camp Success

    2 Reviews
    Narrows, VA
    4 miles
    Website

    "Beautiful spot on the New River in Giles County, VA located right outside downtown Narrows. There's a Disc Golf Course, Fishing, Camping, and Community Events. Well kept, clean, and perfect."

    "I didn’t camp here, but I took out my kayak at the boat ramp and looked around. Vault M/F toilet, BYOTP. No hookups and I didn’t see a water spigot. Plenty of shade. Closed during flood."

    6. Walnut Flats

    4 Reviews
    Staffordsville, VA
    12 miles

    "nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole, restrooms but I didn't use them well water pump for drinking water but didn't use"

    "Occasional.peiole driving through but a great experience!"

    7. Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park

    9 Reviews
    Nimitz, WV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-2805

    "This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River."

    "We stayed in Meador site 14, which was the furthest away from the bath house (still only maybe 150 yards), but it was on the water & was the most secluded (just meaning it's at the end of the row not"

    8. Riverview Campground

    1 Review
    Narrows, VA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 971-1447

    $10 - $14 / night

    9. Pipestem RV Park & Campground

    4 Reviews
    Pipestem, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-9121

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Besides the aforementioned site hookups there are a lot of new activities to do at pipestem close to the campground on the Pipestem park property such as ziplining and swimming on the lake with inflatables"

    "Short drive to Sandstone Falls, which are stunning."

    10. Claytor Lake State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Newbern, VA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 643-2500

    "Conveniently located bath house. We got sites right next to our friends where we wanted to be. The lake and beach area were beautiful. Sand was soft and very clean."

    "Lots of space, cheap price, walking distance from the lake raccoons and skunks everywhere all night."