The New River, named a “National Wild and Scenic River,” winds its way through New River State Park, which preserves some of the state’s best mountain scenery. The river offers opportunities for canoeing, fishing, and paddling, but other outdoor recreation can be found in the park, such as camping. Walk-in campsites can be found just a couple hundred feet from the parking areas at the US 221 access and the Wagoner Road access, with both providing river access for paddling. RV camping is possible at the park access of US 221. There are also several canoe-in, primitive camping opportunities along the New River.
New River State Park, 358 New River State Park Rd, Laurel Springs, NC 28644, Phone: 336-982-2587