Grandview Playground Shelter

Campground · West Virginia · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the National Park Service

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve (National Preserve) · Open Access

1
Bookable site
up to 200
People per site
1
Accessible site
2,498 ft
Elevation
The Grand View
Photo: NPS Photo · Recreation.gov

Overview

The Playground Picnic Shelter is the main shelter at Grandview. It is closest to the main playground and ball fields, located just past the amphitheater.

Recreation

The Grandview area of New River Gorge National River features five hiking trails, overlooks, a seasonal visitor center, ranger-led activities, summer outdoor dramas (Theatre West Virginia), playgrounds, volleyball court, baseball field, and basketball court.

Facilities

The Playground Picnic Shelter at Grandview is the largest and can accommodate up to 200 people. It is ideal for large family reunions or picnics. It offers a covered eating area, three charcoal grills, and six electrical outlets. Restrooms and drinking fountain are nearby.

Natural Features

Grandview became part of New River Gorge National River in 1990, after more than 50 years as one of West Virginia's most popular day use state parks. The area offers spectacular views of the New River and stunning displays of rhododendron. At the Main Overlook, 1,400 feet above the river, you see an active railway and the town of Quinnimont, where coal companies first shipped coal out of the gorge in 1873.

Nearby Attractions

The city of Beckley is approximately 12 miles from Grandview and offers a wide variety of shopping, restaurants, and hotels. Popular attractions include a children's museum and Exhibition Coal Mine.

Charges & Cancellations

Refunds are not issued due to rain.

The facts

  • 1 bookable site
  • 1 site for day use only
  • 1 accessible site
  • Up to 200 people per site
  • Loops: Pavilion

Site types

  • 1 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Grandview Playground Shelter

Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 9:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
Playground ShelterPavilionGroup Shelter Electric———200♿ 🐾

Getting there

To reach Grandview from Beckley follow I-64 East five miles to Exit 129 B. 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.

37.83017, -81.06311 · 37°49'48.6"N 81°3'47.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 81°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F414453647278818074645344
Low °F242733435159626155443528
Precip in3.13.14.03.64.74.35.03.73.22.72.83.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

More photos

Playground Shelter
Photo: NPS - Shawn Robinson · Recreation.gov
Grandview Playground Shelter (Rear)
Photo: Shawn Robinson · Recreation.gov

Member photos

Common questions about Grandview Playground Shelter

Can you reserve a site at Grandview Playground Shelter?
Yes, Grandview Playground Shelter is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Grandview Playground Shelter have?
1 site.
Are pets allowed at Grandview Playground Shelter?
Yes, pets are allowed at Grandview Playground Shelter.

Camping near Grandview Playground Shelter

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.