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Stone Cliff

Thurmond, Virginia · Fayette County · Facility

This tent only campground located near the historic railroad town of Thurmond offers 7 walk-in sites, 5 on the sandy beach of the New River and 2 in the nearby forest. There are no drive-in sites at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited. The Stone Cliff Trailhead also starts at the campground.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Stone Cliff

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High86°F
Avg Low68°F
Peak Rain Chance56%
Humidity72%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality52 · Moderate
Today
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Overcast
80°/68°
💧 2%🌬 11mph
6:21 AM8:40 PM
Sat
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Overcast
85°/68°
💧 3%🌬 10mph
6:21 AM8:39 PM
Sun
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Light Drizzle
86°/68°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
6:22 AM8:38 PM
Mon
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Overcast
89°/66°
💧 12%🌬 6mph
6:23 AM8:38 PM
Tue
Thunderstorm + Hail
91°/69°
💧 56%🌬 12mph
6:24 AM8:37 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Stone Cliff

This tent only campground located near the historic railroad town of Thurmond offers 7 walk-in sites, 5 on the sandy beach of the New River and 2 in the nearby forest. There are no drive-in sites at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited. The Stone Cliff Trailhead also starts at the campground.

How to Get There

From U.S. Route 19 north of Beckley, take the Glen-Jean-Thurmond exit. Take an immediate left and go 0.5 miles to Glen Jean. Turn right and follow the signs for Thurmond (WV Route 25). Continue for 6 miles to a three-way intersection. Bear right and go 1.5 miles on this road. Take a right on the gravel road, just before the bridge crossing the New River. Continue past the boat launch to the parking area.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Stone Cliff

Heading to Stone Cliff? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Stone Cliff?

No central reservation system listed for Stone Cliff. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259056) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Stone Cliff?

From U.S. Route 19 north of Beckley, take the Glen-Jean-Thurmond exit. Take an immediate left and go 0.5 miles to Glen Jean. Turn right and follow the signs for Thurmond (WV Route 25). Continue for 6 miles to a three-way intersection. Bear right and go 1.5 miles on this road. Take a right on the gravel road, just before the bridge crossing the New River. Continue past the boat launch to the parkin…

How do I contact Stone Cliff?

You can reach the park at phone: (304) 465-0508 or email: neri_interpretation@nps.gov.