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801 Mathews Arm Entrance Road, Luray, VA, 22835
Lat:38.763144
Lng:-78.29638799999998
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 29, 2026
Campground
Mathews Arm Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
801 Mathews Arm Entrance Road, Luray, VA, 22835
National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 29, 2026
2026 Opening Date: April 29. Mathews Arm Campground (mile 22.1) is the nearest campground for those entering Shenandoah National Park from Front Royal, in the northern section of the Park. All sites include a place for a tent or RV, a fire ring, and picnic table. Elkwallow Wayside, with camping supplies and food service, is two miles away. Mathews Arm has a combination of reservable and first-come, first-served sites. Reservable sites are released in sections.
Mathews Arm Campground is open during the spring, summer, and fall. Opening and closing dates vary from year to year and are subject to change at any time. Camping is NOT permitted in the campgrounds when they are closed.
Shenandoah National Park has four very distinct seasons. Spring typically brings mild temperatures, rain, and wildflowers. Summer brings lush green forests, but can be hot and very humid. Fall follows with cooler temperatures and spectacular fall foliage. Winter can bring snow and ice. The mountain is usually 10°F cooler than the valley below. Always check the forecast, dress in layers, and be prepared.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Food Storage Lockers
Mathews Arm is the closest campground for those entering Shenandoah National Park from the north (Front Royal). From Washington D.C., travel west on Interstate 66 to Front Royal, Virginia (62 miles). Take the exit onto Route 340 South, and follow signs for Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive. Upon entering Skyline Drive, make your way south to mile 22.1 (mile markers can be seen on the side of the Skyline Drive), where you will find Mathews Arm Campground.
Standard Campsite (Nonelectric)
A standard, nonelectric campsite for tent or RV (motorhome, pop-up, or 5th-wheel). Standard campsites are limited to six people (or 1 immediate family) per site and one RV.
Group Campsite (Nonelectric)
Mathews Arm Campground has three nonelectric group sites. Each group site can accommodate 7-25 people.
Wheelchair Access
Four ADA accessible sites are available for wheelchair access.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Mathews Arm Campground features pull-through and deep back-in sites which can handle most RVs and a tow vehicle. Although electric and water hookups are not available, potable water and dump stations are available, and limited generator use is permitted (see regulations).
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Four ADA accessible sites are available, however, accessible shower and laundry facilities are not available at Mathews Arm Campground.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
Mathews Arm Campground also features Traces Trail, which is an easy 1.7-mile loop hike that circles the campground.
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