Best Glamping in Virginia | Stay on the Historic New River | Blacksburg, Virginia

Safari tent in Blacksburg, VA

4 guests • 2 bedrooms • 2 beds • 1 bathroom

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Wake up to the sound of the New River just steps from your door. At New River Junction — the favorite outdoor destination since 1982 — our safari tents offer the magic of sleeping in nature without any of the hassle. Real beds, fresh bedding and a private deck right on the riverfront. Arrive with nothing but your bag and find everything ready and waiting.

This is one of the oldest rivers in the world, and this stretch is something special. Calm, clear, and surrounded by the rolling hills of southwest Virginia, it draws tubers, anglers, and nature lovers from across the region every summer. Spend your days floating downstream on a tube, casting for smallmouth bass and muskie, or simply relaxing on your deck as hawks and herons fish the shallows beside you.

When the day is done, come back to your tent and find it exactly as comfortable as you left it. Canvas walls, real beds, and the sound of the river at night, the best white noise you'll ever sleep to.

A shared restroom and shower facility is available for all glamping guests. Please note that it is located elsewhere within the campground and is not adjacent to the safari tents.

Blacksburg's restaurants and shops are just a short drive away if you need them.

Family-owned and operated since 1982, NRJ is more than a campground, it's a New River Valley tradition. Come be part of it
New River Junction has been a family-owned and operated riverside destination since 1982. For over four decades, two generations of the Mondy family have welcomed families, couples, college students, and outdoor lovers to our stretch of the New River in Blacksburg, Virginia — and we've built something we're genuinely proud of.

We started as a simple campground with a deep love for this river and this valley. Over the years we've grown into one of the New River Valley's most beloved outdoor destinations, adding tubing, fishing, cabins, event spaces, and now glamping — but the heart of what we do has never changed. We're here because we love the New River, and we want to share it with as many people as possible.

This isn't just our backyard — it's one of the oldest rivers in the world, nearly 300 feet wide at our stretch, warm and clear in the summer, and teeming with smallmouth bass, herons, hawks, and some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Virginia. We've spent over 40 years learning its rhythms, respecting its moods, and making sure every guest who comes through our gate leaves with a deeper appreciation for it.
When you stay with us, you're not just booking a tent. You're joining a community that has been gathering on this stretch of river for generations. Some of our guests have been coming back every summer for over 25 years. That means everything to us — and it's exactly the kind of experience we want to create for you.
We hope to see you on the river.

— The Mondy Family
Walk-out access directly from your tent
Private deck with river views
Beds and bedding provided — just show up and unwind
On-site tubing, fishing, and access to NRJ's full campground amenities
Family-owned property with staff on-site throughout the season

There's no better way to experience this than sleeping right on the river's edge. Our safari tents give you the magic of a true outdoor experience without sacrificing comfort ,real beds, and a private deck, all just steps from one of Virginia's most treasured waterways. Wake up to birdsong, spend your day on the water, and fall asleep to the sound of the river. This is the NRV the way it was meant to be experienced.

Situated in Montgomery County in southwest Virginia, this sits at the edge of Blacksburg — home of Virginia Tech — surrounded by the rolling hills and green mountains of the Blue Ridge Highlands. This is one of the oldest rivers in the world and one of Virginia's finest for outdoor recreation. NRJ's stretch of the river is calm, shallow, and strikingly beautiful, making it ideal for tubing, fishing, and simply taking it all in.

Tubing the New River (on-site, daily 11 AM–6 PM, weather permitting)
Freshwater fishing for smallmouth bass, spotted bass, muskie, and catfish
Kayaking and canoeing on the New River
Hiking and exploring the Blue Ridge Highlands
Visiting Virginia Tech and downtown Blacksburg
Big Falls Park (nearby)
Golf (on-site)
Weddings, reunions, and group events at NRJ's pavilion and picnic shelter Riverfront Safari Tent with Scenic Views and Deck in Blacksburg, Virginia

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Riverfront Safari Tent with Scenic Views and Deck in Blacksburg, Virginia

Safari tent in Blacksburg, VA

4 guests • 2 bedrooms • 2 beds • 1 bathroom

Features and services

Most popular features

Wi-Fi/Internet

Hiking

River, stream or creek

Fishing

Forest

Mountain

Parking

Kayaking/Canoeing

Electricity

Water

Hunting

Biking

21 Minimum age to rent

Infants allowed

Children allowed

Where you will stay

Get in touch to book your luxury camping rental

Blacksburg, Virginia

Scenic views

Mountain

Forest

River, stream or creek

Activities near Blacksburg

Hiking

Biking

Kayaking/Canoeing

Fishing

Hunting

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Check-in: 02:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

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