Hosted by Pan L.
Tent site
· 4 guests max
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
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Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
What to expect
Tent site
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Potable water available
Showers available
Bins available
Picnic table present
No wifi
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
4WD recommended
During your trip
Leave it better
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Reviews
96% Recommend140 ratings · 111 reviews
Pan's camping shelter by the New River offers a tranquil escape with breathtaking views and easy access to the New River Trail. The setup includes a shelter with electricity and running water, providing added convenience for campers. While most reviews highlight the peaceful surroundings and the joy of watching wildlife, a few mentioned the river's accessibility being a challenge and the absence of a mini fridge as a downside. Overall, the campsite seems to deliver a private and scenic retreat with a balance of rustic charm and modern amenities.
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Recommends
· June 2025
Tent
It was a relaxing getaway and will definitely book again
Robin I.
10 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Loved it!
Tent · Group trip
Wonderful place! Truly breathtaking view. Perfect for two tents- one under the enclosure and one near the fire pit. River is not as accessible as we would imagined; it's quite a hilly hike down to it- definitely not meant for everyone! But we were able to drive a few minutes to Fries and have a relaxing serene river/beach vibe. Also, small fridge in photos wasn't there, but the running water made cooking and washing dishes very easy. Highly recommend this place.
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Jeremy S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With kids
A friend recommended this site to us and what a beautiful spot it was! Wish we could have stayed longer.
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Hana B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets
Great find! Gorgeous views of the New River, easy to access amenities, a shelter with a deck, and lots of privacy. We plan to stay again soon!
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Jesse D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Hint of glamping!
Tent
Hidden gem for sure! Absolutely loved everything about this site!
Arielle R.
5 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent
The host was amazing and very sweet! My friends and I are going to be back!!! It was amazing! Nice hiking trail, semi private and very well maintained! Running water was a plus!
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Olivia K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent
Best tent camping perks ever. Greatly appreciated running water and electric. The river was gorgeous. Our GSDs were peaceful and deer watching. Loved it, thx for sharing your lil piece of river 💙
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Ava L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent · With pets
Wow! What a beutiful place to stay. The views and the stars at night were beautiful. The new river trail was walking distance down the hill and we got to see and hang by the river. Definitely recommended.
Ana C.
6 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Perfect!
Tent
This site was perfect! Pan has electricity running to the covered platform, as well as a sink with running water (cold only). There is an outhouse with toilet paper and a cold water shower. Both are private and both have solar motion sensor lighting to light the inside as soon as you walk up to either. I car camped so I backed up facing the river. You can hear the river rushing from the site. If you are looking for remote, it’s definitely not Alaska. However, it’s very private. The home is within sight (very limited) and sound. However, I could only really hear the river and the crickets! It also brought me comfort as a solo traveler knowing someone wasn’t too far away but it still felt remote. All-in-all, it was beautiful, well cared for and definitely worth a visit!
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Karen B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent
Pan was so nice and great! I loved the view, everything about the stay was amazing! Will for sure be coming back!
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Mercy Joy A.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With pets
Absolutely amazing!!! I cannot say enough about how great this night was. I was solo with my dog heading north and stumbled upon a gem. The shelter has everything you need and all the things you don’t. Views were spectacular, even after the sun set. It’s a good walk down to the river but well worth it.
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Bobby G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
Beautiful campsite. Short hike to the river. Plenty of lighting in the shack. Also signs are very helpful with navigation to the campsite. Private location view from shack and fire pit is amazing!!!
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Thermometer Y.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent
Sweet and quiet spot… we were in bikes so getting up there was strenuous. Never saw the host … all was nice.
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Sandy L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent
I had a great time even in the bad weather. The shelter stays dry even in heavy rain.
K
Kate S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Tree house with a view
Tent
An amazing getaway, with everything you could need! Even though the host lives on site, did not see or hear from them, unless needed. Great little "glamping" site, with electricity and added bonus of an outhouse, cold shower, and a sink. No fridge, on our visit. Recommend taking your cold shower in the heat of the day, even if you think it'll be warm later! LOL. You can get to the river, but it's a poison ivy/sumac/oak haven, and really no river access, just a rock perch. Really easy access to the trail system, though. Highly recommend, and definitely would go back!
Ashley P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent
Perfect spot to get away for a few days. Shower and outhouse were appreciated and it’s just a short 1/3 mile walk down to the New River trail.
Ken L.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
First time camping with my dog!
Tent · With pets
I had such a lovely stay!!! The view was absolutely breathtaking. The stars at night are absolutely stunning. The running water was so useful to wash up dishes. The hike down to the river is a good trek but it’s worth the view.
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Tara L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Can't beat that view!
Tent · With pets
we had a short, but wonderful stay at Pan's camp. It was conveniently located while still feeling very private and remote. You really can't beat the views or the short walk down to the river. The shelter and bathroom were a great plus too! We hope to stay again sometime soon.
Claire C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· June 2024
Not as expected
Tent
The site was not as private or secluded as other reviews suggested. There is a house that can clearly be seen from the shelter, and is close enough we could hear doors being shut in the house. There was also what appeared to be a second campsite very close to the shelter/site, and we could hear the other group talking. This is not how I would define secluded. Also, based on the pictures, we assumed there would be a mini fridge. Obviously things may stop functioning, but given how many pictures featured the mini fridge it may be good to clarify in the posting that it isn’t there. We ended up deciding not to stay because there was a lot of commotion, and it would not have been a relaxing experience for us and our dog (notably, there were also several dogs barking nearby). If you book this, just be aware you will be visible to the house, and not far from other campsites. If other reviews had mentioned any of this we would not have booked.
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Mark C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
A Peaceful Place to Connect
Tent · With pets
Piedmont Forest School staff were so fortunate to be able to come to Camp Pon. Chris and Pon were kind, hard working hosts and the sites were lovely. The new group camping sites, though primitive, were well equipped and beautiful! The view and sound of the river from the camping shelter were wonderful. It was so nice to have running water, power, and light. We plan to come again!
Sheri G.
6 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent
Unique yet great view! Loved everything there was to offer! I will book again!
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Melanie S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent · With pets
Loved the shelter. Running water and electric were really appreciated. Clean and cozy. Nice relaxing view. Picknick table and fire pit rock.. Down side- stated off leash for dogs. Did not mention the chickens and geese next to the camp. 5 am rooster wake up call was interesting. If hiking down to river make sure to bring water for trip back up on hot days. Steep climb up. Path to river does not offer any launching pad or place to relax. River was high and too dangerous for dogs to enjoy. Check river hight before booking if river activities are your draw.
For camping great time. Just the relaxation needed.
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Mary C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Peaceful with great view
Tent · Group trip
Amazing! This spot is perfect for a rustic getaway with some conveniences including electricity, running water, and outhouse. The view from the deck was beautiful and the birds were so active that it felt like we were in a treehouse. The path down to the New River Trail was probably less than one mile (fairly steep) and well maintained and had an abundance of active wildlife. The road to the Hipcamp was in good condition even though we had a lot rain the week prior but I would recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles only. I hope to return for another visit in the near future!
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Bethany N.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Great camp spot!
Tent · Group trip
We really enjoyed our weekend camping trip here ! We had 4 people the platform was not big enough for two tents comfortably so we pitched one on the grass. We were so grateful they had a covering bc it did rain a lot on us and we had to stay under the platform and play games. Really enjoyed the walk to the river just watch out for poison ivy & oak on the trail. I would definitely recommend this camp site!
Jesse M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Great view!
Tent
Best camping experience! the view was breath taking and the shelter was awesome and private. Would absolutely recommend
Aubrey G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
It was epic
Tent · With kids
Our first time camping and other than a few mistakes I made...most beautiful place I have seen yet and the host are the greatest you'll find you couldn't ask for anymore....loved it
Kevlar K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent
This site was great - amazing view, sink, (cold) shower, electricity in the shelter. We had a fantastic weekend!
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Caitlin M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · With pets
Amazing spot with great view and everything you need for the trip. the staff there were super nice and helpful, but only came over when we needed something other than that the spot is completely private.
Andy W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent
What a dream! Having a dry place to set up a tent, a table for food prep, and a picnic table were all bonuses to the beauty of this land. The compost toilet was fantastic. I enjoyed listening to the river, the birds and the rooster!! The trail down to the river trail was well cared for and easy to use. The extra bonus of electricity for lights was great. Pan was responsive while also maintaining privacy which I appreciated. We will be back!!
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Rebecca P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2024
YOU MUST SEE!!
Tent
Stayed for a second night and we can’t brag on this place enough! You have to go to experience the hole vibe that this place offers.
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Donnie G.
3 reviews
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