New River Trail State Park Campground

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1,916 ft

Price

Free

Booking

Reservable

Sites

10 campsites

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Cell

No Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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New River Trail State Park Campground
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Best Time to Camp at New River Trail State Park Campground

Summer is the peak season for paddling, tubing, and long bike rides along the trail. Daytime highs range from 75 to 85°F, with cooler nights near 55 to 65°F at the campground's elevation. Water-based activities (tube floats, canoe and kayak rentals, fishing) are at their best, and long daylight hours make it easy to cover serious trail mileage. Weekends draw the biggest crowds, so plan ahead for campsites and rentals. Spring through fall is the main camping window. Early fall offers particularly pleasant conditions for biking and camping, with daytime temps in the 60s and cooler mornings. Riverside sites can be damp and cool in the morning year-round, so pack accordingly. Winter camping suitability is not well documented in reviews.

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Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring offers good hiking, fishing and pleasant river conditions for paddling; implied by amenities.

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About New River Trail State Park Campground

New River Trail State Park Campground sits along the New River at the Millrace area, a walk-in tent-only setup with 10 sites right on the water. The campground is attached to the 57-mile rail-trail that follows the river's north-flowing path through riparian forest and old railroad cuts. Sites are accessed by cart from the parking lot, with a camp store and canoe/bike livery nearby. Maximum occupancy is 6 people per site.
Campground 114 exclusively offers hike-in tent sites designed for primitive camping. No RV or cabin accommodations are provided.

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Activities you can enjoy

Campers at Campground 114 can enjoy a variety of activities offered throughout the New River Trail State Park, including hiking, biking, and exploring historical landmarks along the trail. As part of the Rails to Trails Program, the park serves as a link to other outdoor recreational areas.
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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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4.6
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Based on 54 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers consistently praise Millrace as **“Tent camping at it's finest”** with **spacious, private riverfront sites** that feel natural yet maintained.[3] They highlight **clean restroom...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Campers note that Millrace is **walk-in only** from a parking lot, but the park provides **free carts** to haul gear to the river sites, which makes packing easier.[3] Tent pads are spacious, so...
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Last updated April 3, 2026
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