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Wilderness Road Campground

Wilderness Road Campground is nestled in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park , where Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia meet. You can access miles of forest and mountain trails directly from the campground. While in the park, drive up to the Pinnacle for a breathtaking view of the mountains or check out Civil War earthworks. Hike to the pale cliffs of White Rocks, the gaping mouth of Sand Cave, or the historic Hensley Settlement to see how mountain folk once lived. Stand in 3 states at the same time or immerse yourself in thousands of acres of proposed wilderness.

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A blacktop surface with a yellow post and gray box near a circle fire ring and picnic table.
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Campsites

Standard, no hookups98
Standard with electric43
Group tent areas10
Host/management3
Total154

Amenities & rules

Electric hookupsPets allowedCampfires allowedMax vehicle length 50 ftRVs & trailersTents

Fees: For all campsites, reservations and payments must be made by visiting www.recreation.gov or calling the Rec.gov Reservation Line at (877) 444-6777. INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY CAMPING. $18.00 per night per site without electricity . Maximum of eight people, four tents, and two cars per site.

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

Wilderness Road Campground is located at the end of National Park Road, off US Highway 58 in Virginia. From the Park Visitor Center in Middlesboro, Kentucky (approximately 5 miles): When leaving the visitor center parking lot, turn left onto Pinnacle View Road , then take the ramp down and merge into US-25E S toward Harrogate, Tennessee.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.