New River State Park
The U.S. 221 Access campground and visitor center are open. Some trails and facilities remain closed due to Hurricane Helene damage sustained in 2024, with repair efforts ongoing. The Peaks Backcountry, Riverbend campsites, and Riverbend Trail have reopened. Reservations available through ReserveAmerica.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:30PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of North Carolina, including the following areas, Alleghany NC, Ashe, Surry, Watauga and Wilkes and southwest Virginia, including the following areas, Carroll, Floyd, Grayson and Patrick. * WHEN...Through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The remnants of Isaias will bring widespread rainfall along the crest of the southern Blue Ridge from Floyd County, Virginia to Watauga county, North Carolina. Widespread rainfall totals of 2-4 inches with locally higher totals in the 5-6 range will be possible, especially for areas like Meadows of Dan, Boone, and Blowing Rock. These higher totals may lead to isolated instances of landslides along slopes that have been modified by humans like embankments or cut slopes. These areas may also see increased rises on local streamflows that may lead to flooding across low-water crossings. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 1:27PM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Grayson, Smyth, and Tazewell Counties. In West Virginia, Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 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...Strong easterly to southeasterly winds from the remnants of Isaias will move over the region today into Sunday, which may lead to downed trees and power poles and subsequently power outages across higher terrain locations from NW North Carolina to SE West Virginia.
About
New River State Park protects a scenic corridor along the South Fork of the New River, one of the oldest rivers in North America, flowing through the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina. The park spans over 2,200 acres across four access points in Ashe and Alleghany counties, approximately 35 miles northeast of Boone. The campground system offers 67 campsites catering to various camping styles. The U.S. 221 Access serves as the main hub with a visitor center and provides drive-to RV camping with full hookups including 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections. Walk-in tent camping and paddle-in primitive camping are available at multiple locations including the Riverbend and Peaks backcountry areas, accessible only by canoe or kayak along the river corridor. Facilities include modern bath houses with hot showers and flush toilets, drinking water, a dump station, and ranger station. Each campsite features a fire ring and picnic table. The park offers excellent canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and hiking opportunities, though some trails remain closed for repair following Hurricane Helene damage. The visitor center operates Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Directions
From Boone, take US-221 North approximately 35 miles. The U.S. 221 Access and Visitor Center is located at 358 New River State Park Road, Laurel Springs, NC 28644. The Wagoner Access is at 1477 Wagoner Access Road, Jefferson, NC 28640.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $17 - $195 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 67ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 55ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| new.river@ncparks.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (336) 982-2587 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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