Especially in the summer, bring
a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
. The sun is much more intense and present at The Gorge than in Seattle! If you are sitting in general admission, bring a blanket, towel or cushion to sit on. During some shows, low chairs are permitted, but normal-height chairs are never allowed.
What to pack for camping at the Gorge?
- Earplugs – please take care of your hearing!
- Water – don't forget to hydrate! …
- Sunscreen – even when it's cloudy the Gorge gets a ton of UV.
- Sealed Chapstick & Gum.
- Credit/Debit Cards or cash – if you wish to purchase anything on site!
- Portable phone charger and/or charging bank.
How much does it cost to camp at New River Gorge?
There are
no fees
for camping. Stays are limited to 14 days in the same area.
Are Gorge camping passes transferable?
Gorge camping is
non-transferrable
, so you'd have to meet someone at the show.
What kind of chair can I bring to The Gorge?
The Gorge has lawn-style seating, which either means
metal folding chairs
or the floor pit area depending on the type of seating purchased. You can bring your own beach chair if you'd rather not pay for the folding chairs on the lawn, or blankets for the picnic area at the top of the hill.
Where should I sit at The Gorge?
The Gorge lawn offers the best views in the venue. The higher you sit on the lawn, the better the view.
Avoid sitting directly behind the walkway
. The sound is not as good and people passing by will block your view.
What should I bring to Bass Canyon?
You can bring
vapes, e-cigarettes or Juuls
. All tanks must be empty and all cartridges must be new and in sealed packaging upon entry to the Amphitheatre each day.
Does the Gorge Amphitheater have cell service?
Fan, lamp and power for cell phone charging.
Shuttle Bus service to the amphitheater or a 20-30 minute walk
. 24 hour security. Concierge serve along with free fresh coffee and pastries in the morning.
What can you bring to Bass Canyon?
- Tickets/wristband Camping pass (for most Gorge events, the camping pass is purchased separately so make sure you have the festival ticket/wristband AND the ticket for your camping spot!
- ID (use a government-issued ID like a driver's license, passport, identification card.
Does New River Gorge National Park have camping?
The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve offers
two group campsites that are available by special use permit
. Only one of the two sites allows RVs, pop up campers, and trailers. Reservations can be made through the park's permit office at 304-465-6517.
Are WV State parks free?
An annual pass with unlimited entrance to the parks is $12 per vehicle
. A single-day pass also is available for $2. Overnight guests and school groups that schedule visits at least a week in advance will be exempt.
Does New River Gorge have showers?
American Alpine Club—New River Gorge Campground
The campground offers private tent campsites (four person max) and a communal camping area in the open space in front of the bathhouses, which has
hot showers and flush toilets
. The campground is open year-round, but the shower houses are locked in the winter months.
Is Star Parking at the Gorge worth it?
Take advantage of the “star” parking. It's $30.00 extra and
definitely worth it
. You get in close to the gate and you are the first ones out after a show is over.
What airport is closest to the Gorge Amphitheater?
The nearest airport to The Gorge Amphitheatre is
Wenatchee (EAT) Airport
which is 23.4 miles away. Other nearby airports include Pasco (PSC) (72 miles), Seattle (SEA) (111.3 miles), Spokane (GEG) (121.3 miles) and Everett (PAE) (121.6 miles).
How far is gorge from Seattle?
The distance between Seattle and The Gorge Amphitheatre is
116 miles
. The road distance is 150.7 miles.
How many does the gorge hold?
27,500
What is the capacity of the Hollywood Bowl?
17,500
Does Bass Canyon sell out?
Bass Canyon is
85% Sold Out
– Bass Canyon.
What do you wear to a bass Canyon?
Choose
bright, shiny, rainbow clothing
to accentuate your personality. Mixing checkers with neon is one of the most trendy outfit combinations right now. Choose a neon color and pair it with black and white checkers – you'll be sure to finish first.
Are there showers at Bass Canyon?
Best views of The Gorge, concierge services, complimentary coffee and pastries, flushing bathrooms, private shuttles, and
free showers
. All Camping Passes include campground entry starting Wednesday, August 17th at 1pm. Accommodates all types of camping (car, tent, RV w/ no hookups, etc.)
