Grandview Shelter 2
Day-use shelter available for reservation through Recreation.gov. The Grandview area is open year-round. Reservations can be made up to 12 months in advance. Overnight camping is not permitted at this facility.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 9:48PM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and northeast, southeast, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong east to southeasterly wind field aloft associated with the remnants of Isaias will move over the region into Sunday. Interaction with the higher terrain will help to transport these higher wind speeds to the surface in a sporadic fashion. The strongest winds will be observed along ridgelines and areas favored for enhanced downslope flow.
About
Grandview Shelter 2 is one of five reservable picnic shelters in the historic Grandview area of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. This larger shelter sits beneath the forest canopy and can accommodate up to 135 people total, with space for 80 inside and 55 outside. The facility includes two electrical outlets and four charcoal grills for group cooking. The shelter is fully ADA accessible via an asphalt walkway designed for handicapped and elderly visitors. Nearby amenities include a drinking fountain with side spigot, playground equipment, and a horseshoe pit. Additional chairs, tables, and canopy tents are permitted. This is a day-use facility only; overnight camping is not allowed. The Grandview area features spectacular overlooks of the New River from 1,400 feet above, five hiking trails, a seasonal visitor center, ranger-led programs, and summer outdoor dramas by Theatre West Virginia. Beckley is approximately 12 miles away with shopping, restaurants, and hotels.
Directions
From Beckley, follow I-64 East five miles to Exit 129B. From Lewisburg, follow I-64 West forty miles to Exit 129. From either exit, turn right and follow Route 9 North six miles to Grandview.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 465-0508 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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