Mathews Arm Campground
Mathews Arm Campground is the northernmost campground in the park, with individual and group sites available.
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Mathews Arm Campground Details
Mathews Arm Campground is the northernmost campground in the park, with individual and group sites available. Located at mile marker 22.1, Mathews Arm is secluded in deep forest and located close to the Overall Run Falls, Shenandoah's tallest waterfall. Elkwallow is the closest camp store, about two miles away. There are 166 campsites in the campground suitable for tents or RVs. The campground also has flush toilets, drinking water, and dump stations. The campground is open from early May to late October and has first-come, first-serve sites as well as reservable sites. It is recommended to reserve sites ahead via [Recreation.gov](http://www.Recreation.gov) in the busy summer and fall months.
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Nearby Parks Around Mathews Arm Campground
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mathews Arm Campground
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Overall Run Falls
On this out-and-back hike you'll be rewarded with views of Shenandoah's tallest waterfall.
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Traces Nature Trail
An easy loop walk around the Mathews Arm Campground.
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Hogback Overlook
Located at mile marker 21, the Hogback Overlook offers stunning views.
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Elkwallow
The Elkwallow picnic area is open year-round, but the service area closes during the winter.
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Little Devil Stairs
This loop trail runs through old-growth forest, past an old cemetery, and up a rocky gorge.
