About Mathews Arm Campground
Mathews Arm Campground is a campground in Luray, Virginia. The address on file is 801 Mathews Arm Entrance Road, Luray, Virginia 22835. It has 165 campsites. It is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go. Its listed price tier is $$ on a scale of $ to $$$. We do not have current nightly rates. The phone number on file is (540) 999-3500. The official website is nps.gov.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trails in our directory are George Washington National Forest (moderate, 47 miles) and Dolly Sods Wilderness (hard, 58 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Dogwood Dell Campground (11 miles), Big Meadows Campground (18 miles) and Wolf Gap (24 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- George Washington National Forest (47 miles, straight-line)
- Dolly Sods Wilderness (58 miles, straight-line)
- Dogwood Dell Campground (11 miles, straight-line)
- Big Meadows Campground (18 miles, straight-line)
- Wolf Gap (24 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mathews Arm Campground?
Mathews Arm Campground is a campground in Luray, Virginia. The address on file is 801 Mathews Arm Entrance Road, Luray, Virginia 22835.
How many campsites does Mathews Arm Campground have?
Mathews Arm Campground has 165 campsites in our listing.
Is Mathews Arm Campground open all year?
No. Mathews Arm Campground is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go.
What is the phone number for Mathews Arm Campground?
The phone number on file is (540) 999-3500.
What off-road trails are near Mathews Arm Campground?
The closest trails in our directory are George Washington National Forest (moderate, 47 miles) and Dolly Sods Wilderness (hard, 58 miles). Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer.
About This Campground
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.
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801 Mathews Arm Entrance Road
Luray, Virginia 22835
GPS Coordinates: 38.76314, -78.29639
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
- This campground operates seasonally, check exact dates before booking
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