North River Campground
Churchville, Virginia · 1,834 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,834 ft (559 m)1,834 ft559 m
Amenities
From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Correct
- Toilets
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About
This open area campground was originally constructed as a CCC camp. Evidence of the original sites and logging trails still remain today. North River Gorge is a popular hiking, biking, and fishing area with a swinging bridge spanning the North River. Close proximity to Wild Oak National Recreation Trail, Stanton Dam Day Use Area and Elkhorn Lake provide multiple recreational options that are easily accessible within a few miles. The campground is made up of nine campsites, none of which are accessible, and each contain a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post
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Cell service
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Cell service at North River Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny, 2% chance of rain85°63°
- ThuRain Showers, 93% chance of rain68°62°
- FriMostly Sunny, 14% chance of rain77°41°
- SatMostly Sunny, 7% chance of rain52°33°
- SunSunny58°39°
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Location and contact
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