Natural Tunnel State Park
Duffield, VA
A natural tunnel more than 850 feet long, carved through a limestone ridge by Stock Creek and still used by trains. A seasonal chairlift or a steep trail leads down to the viewing platform; parking fee.
- Nearest town
- Duffield, VA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 36.7036, -82.7443
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Cove View CampgroundCampsite0 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park
- Lovers Leap CampgroundCampsite0 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park
- Primitive CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park
- Cave Springs campgroundCampsite12 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park · 37 pitches
- High Knob CampgroundCampsite15 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park · 13 pitches
- Bark Camp Recreation Area CampgroundCampsite17 mi from Natural Tunnel State Park · 34 pitchesTentsCaravansWaste disposal
All campsites in Virginia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Natural Tunnel State Park?
Natural Tunnel State Park is in Duffield, VA, at GPS 36.7036, -82.7443. It is about 42 mi from Abingdon.
Can you camp near Natural Tunnel State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Cove View Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Natural Tunnel State Park?
Natural Tunnel State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southwest Virginia highlands: Grayson ponies to the Breaks.
What is there to see near Natural Tunnel State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Jonesborough Historic District (32 mi), Abingdon Historic District (42 mi), Breaks Interstate Park (48 mi) and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (53 mi).
When is the best time to visit Natural Tunnel State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)