Grayson Highlands State Park Shelters Campground
The park is open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Picnic shelters are available by reservation. Hickory Ridge Campground is closed for renovation and expected to reopen May 1, 2026. Limited primitive camping is available November through April in the horse camping area with pit toilets only and no water on-site.
Freeze Warning issued May 2 at 12:03PM EDT until May 3 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
About
Located in the Blue Ridge highlands of southwest Virginia, Grayson Highlands State Park sits near Mount Rogers, the state's highest peak. The park offers two reservable picnic shelters in the historic homestead area, surrounded by recreated log cabins and a spring house. At elevations exceeding 4,900 feet, visitors experience cooler mountain temperatures and stunning alpine-like scenery. The park is famous for its wild ponies that roam freely across Wilburn Ridge and provides access to the Appalachian Trail and over 25 miles of hiking trails. While the main Hickory Ridge Campground is undergoing extensive renovation through May 2026, the park remains open for day use with picnic facilities, trails, and a visitor center showcasing mountain life and local history.
Directions
From I-81 at Exit 45 in Marion, turn south on Route 16 and travel 24 miles to US 58 in Volney. Turn right onto US 58 and travel eight miles to the park entrance on 829 Grayson Highland Lane, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| GraysonHighlands@dcr.virginia.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (276) 579-7092 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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