Openings · last 7 days
91
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Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 91 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232432
When Mathews Arm Campground reopens
Mathews Arm Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1,107
Openings · last 90 days
2,867
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 2,867 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 08:00 and 09:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 1,275 of 2,867 detected openings (44.5%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Eastern Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 13 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 4–14 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| A061 Generator Prohibited | 44 | 1.5% |
| A050 Generator Prohibited | 44 | 1.5% |
| A037 | 42 | 1.5% |
| A006 | 42 | 1.5% |
| A039 | 42 | 1.5% |
Site A061 Generator Prohibited had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 44. One free watch covers every site here.
About Mathews Arm Campground
Overview
Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of the Shenandoah National Park, Mathews Arm Campground is the ideal spot for a camping getaway.
Recreation
Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint while others wind deep into the forests and wilderness.
Mathews Arm Campground is located near Overall Run Falls, which, at 93 feet, has the highest drop of all the falls in Shenandoah National Park. A moderately difficult hiking trail, which leads to the falls, is accessible from the campground. Once at the falls, visitors can enjoy views of the entire Shenandoah Valley and Massanutten Mountain.
Wildlife viewing is a also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals abundant across the park.
The campground is located right off of Milepost 22 on the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are available from any of the 75 scenic overlooks.
Facilities
Mathews Arm is a family-oriented campground, offering plenty of open spaces in the nearly 166 available campsites. All sites include a place for a tent or RV, a fire ring and picnic area. The campground also offers amenities like flush toilets, drinking water and one dump station, which create a comfortable camping experience. There are no showers in this campground.
Natural Features
Shenandoah National Park includes 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises above the Virginia Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah Valley to its west.
Nearby Attractions
Elkwallow Wayside is located just two miles away, offering camping supplies, a limited menu restaurant, prepared sandwiches, beverages, souvenirs, and more.
Two visitor centers are located along Skyline Drive. Dickey Ridge Visitor Center, 18 miles North, and The Harry F Byrd Sr. Visitor Center, 29 miles South.
Bookstores, restaurants and exhibits are scattered throughout the Shenandoah National Park. Click here for more information.
164 monitored sites49 FCFS sitesRVs up to 52 ftNo hookups159 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 25
Getting there
From Washington, D.C. metro area, travel west on Interstate 66 to exit 43A. Take US Highway 29 South to Warrenton, Virginia, then take US Highway 211 west for 28 miles to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive Thornton Gap Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive north approximately 9 miles and turn left into Mathews Arm Campground. From Richmond, Virginia area, travel north toward Fredericksburg on Interstate 95 approximately 55 miles to exit 130B for Highway 3 and Culpeper, Virginia. Take Highway 3 approximately 33 miles west to US Highway 15/522 north. Continue on 522 North approximately 20 miles to Sperryville. Turn left onto US Highway 211 West and follow 8 miles to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive, Thornton Gap Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive North approximately 9 miles and turn left into Mathews Arm Campground.
3655 Highway 211 East, Luray, VA 22835540-999-3132
CampingDay Use AreaHikingVisitor CenterWildlife Viewing
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Roll CS-232432 · Mathews Arm Campground · Luray VA12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Mathews Arm Campground?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 2,867 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Mathews Arm Campground, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Mathews Arm Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 91 site-date openings at Mathews Arm Campground in the last 7 days, 1,107 over 30 days and 2,867 over the last 90.
Which sites at Mathews Arm Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
100 of the 164 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 52 ft. 161 of those 164 sites have a recorded maximum length and 3 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Mathews Arm Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 13 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 4-14 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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