Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blowing Springs
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/16/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US Rt. 220,
take Rt. 39 west 9.5 miles to campground on the left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 feet.
This pleasant rustic campground stretches along Back Creek and up the side
of a hill and ending in a loop. A mixed hardwood forest surrounds the
campground suggesting outstanding Fall colors. The sites on the hillside are
short (average 12' X 35') while sites (1 through 17) on the grassy flat along
the creek are longer and better suited to recreational vehicles. The parking
aprons for these sites have undefined widths and an average length of 50'.
Although adjacent to Rt. 39, there is little traffic noise.
Possible day trips are to The Homestead Inn in Hot Springs, VA; the town of
Hot Springs, VA; one of the area's golf courses; the quaint villages of Warm
Springs and Bacova, VA; and Lake Moomaw/Bolar Mountain National Forest
Recreation for swimming and other water play.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS:
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comments:
Open March 15 through December 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED:
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION:
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comment
Comments:
RV parking is best suited at bottom of hill. Grass parking aprons
are undefined in open field design and will accommodate any size RV.
Driving up onto the hill may be difficult for RVs; suggest walking
the hill first.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Back Creek Gorge trail #516 (foot) - 1.3 miles
FISHING
Stocked trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bolar Mountain Campground #1
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 2/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US Rt. 220,
take Rt. 39 west 10.9 miles to State Rt. 600. Turn left onto Rt. 600 and
go 7.3 miles to a campground sign. Turn right at sign onto Twin Ridge Dr.
and go 0.8 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,700 ft.
The campground is one of four campgrounds in the Lake Moomaw/ Bolar Mountain
Recreation Area. Located on the northwest shore of Lake Moomaw, the
campground has two loops, one with electric hookups. One loop is on a ridge
above the lake. It has no views of the lake but has all the campsites with
electric hookups. The other loop follows the shoreline and most of its
campsites have a view of the lake but no hookups. The loop on the ridge has
a modern bathroom with flush toilets and hot showers while the loop on the
shoreline has vaults. All the sites are tucked into a dense stand of mixed
hardwoods suggesting pleasant Fall colors. With little middlestory, privacy
in the loop on the ridge is poor to fair. Separation between sites in the
shoreline loop give it fair to good privacy. There is a camp store located at
the Bolar Flat Marina where bait, gas, limited groceries, fishing supplies,
ice and firewood can also be purchased.
A possible day trip is a scenic drive through the Richardson Gorge with a visit
to the quaint town of Bacova, VA.
This is bear country; practice food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - tent only
$18 per day - premium tent only
$21 per day - single
$23 per day - premium single
$30 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$32 per day - double
$37 per day - premium double
NOTE: Discount on single campsite only.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 41
Total Sites: 41
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 41
No. Grilles on Sites: 41
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 20
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 17' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. The waste station is located in the
middle of ridge loop.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
The public phone is credit card only and located next to waste station.
A large playground is located at the swim beach
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Moomaw is a cold-water 2,530-acre lake with a sandy beach for swimming.
A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina which has a modern dock with
boat slips and gas for power boats. In the campground is a courtesy dock on
the shoreline loop. The huge sandy beach is located near Bolar #2 campground.
HIKING
Greenwood Point Trail (foot) - 4.4 miles
Roadside trail (foot) - 1.4 miles
Grouse Point Loop trail (foot) - 1.8 miles
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout, bass and crappie
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bolar Mountain Campground #2
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 2/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US Rt.
220, take Rt. 39 west 10.9 miles to State Rt. 600. Turn left onto
Rt. 600 and go 7.3 miles to campground sign. turn right at sign
onto Twin Ridge Dr. and go 2.3 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,600 feet.
The campground, a single loop, is one of four in the Lake Moomaw/Bolar
Mountain Recreation Area. The campground is located on the northwest
shore of Lake Moomaw and is the smallest campground in the recreation
area. The campground is compact with sites nestled in among a stand of
mixed hardwoods and pine trees. There are electric and water hookups in
this campground and most of the sites have a view of the lake. Because
sites are close and there is a lack of middle-story, privacy between sites
is poor There is a camp store located at the Bolar Flat Marina where bait,
gas, limited groceries, fishing supplies, ice and firewood can also be
purchased.
A possible day trip is a scenic drive through the Richardson Gorge with a
visit to the quaint town of Bacova, VA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$16 per day - tent only
$18 per day - premium tent only
$21 per day - single
$23 per day - premium single
$30 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$32 per day - double
$37 per day - premium double
NOTE: Discount on single campsite only.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 6
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
A large playground is located at the swim beach. A credit card
public phone is located next to bathouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Moomaw is a cold-water 2,530-acre lake with a sandy beach
for swimming. A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina
which has a modern dock with boat slips and gas for power boats.
In the campground is a courtesy dock on the shoreline loop.
The huge sandy beach is located near Bolar #2 campground.
HIKING
Beaver Lodge Interpretive trail (foot) - .25 mile
Greenwood Point Trail (foot) - 4.4 miles
Roadside trail (foot) - 1.4 miles
Grouse Point Loop trail (foot) - 1.8 miles
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout, bass and crappie
CAMPGROUND NAME:Bolar Mountain Campground #3
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 2/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US Rt.
220, take Rt. 39 west 10.9 miles to State Rt. 600. Turn left onto
Rt. 600 and go 7.3 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto
Twin Ridge Dr. and go 2.5 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,600 feet.
The campground is one of four campgrounds in the Lake Moomaw/Bolar
Mountain Recreation Area. Located on the northwest shore of Lake
Moomaw, the campground has two overlapping loops and is the furthest
from the recreation area's entrance. The campsites are nestled in
among towering, mature hardwood many of which have a view of the lake.
This campground has a small courtesy dock and it would appear campers
could informally moor their boats along the campground's shoreline.
This campground also offers some sites with electric and water hookups
and a few water only hookups. The mixed hardwoods suggest pleasant
Fall colors. With little middlestory and limited separation between
sites, privacy is only fair. There is a camp store located at the Bolar
Flat Marina where bait, gas, limited groceries, fishing supplies, ice
and firewood can be purchased.
A possible day trip is a scenic drive through the Richardson Gorge with a
visit to the quaint town of Bacova, VA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate:$16 per day - tent only
$18 per day - premium tent only
$21 per day - single
$23 per day - premium single
$30 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$32 per day - double
$37 per day - premium double
NOTE: Discount on single campsite only.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 30
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 6
No. Water Only: 2
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comment
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and dirt and most will accommodate any size rig.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
There is a huge playground located at the swim beach. A credit card operated
phone is available next to the bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Moomaw is a cold-water 2,530-acre lake with a sandy beach for swimming.
A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina which has a modern dock with
boat slips and gas for power boats. In the campground is a courtesy dock on the
shoreline loop. The huge sandy beach is located near Bolar #2 campground.
HIKING
Greenwood Point Trail (foot) - 4.4 miles
Roadside trail (foot) - 1.4 miles
Grouse Point Loop trail (foot) - 1.8 miles
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout, bass and crappie
CAMPGROUND NAME: Brandywine
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: North River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Brandywine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Brandywine, WV, take US Rt. 33 east for 2 miles to campground
on the right.
NOTE: An alternative route is take US Rt. 33 west from Harrisonburg,
VA for 26 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is rustic situated conveniently to State Rt. 33
with some open and shady sites. There is an unusual amount of space
between sites - quite private.
A nice day trip or two is visiting Schaefer's Antiques in Brandywine
in an extended barn with an excellent selection of all kinds of
antiques. It is owned by a husband/wife team. Given the wide
selection, quantity and quality of the merchandise, it is hard to
believe one couple could do it all. Down the road a bit in Brandywine
is a restaurant called "The Cabin." Good American cuisine is served.
Every day the owner/operator makes fresh, delectable pies and bread.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through December 15. No potable water
after October 20.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20.00 per day; $10 per day between October 20 and end of season.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 9
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 30
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 55'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 1
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: no
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Beach use: $5 a day per car; $1 a day per walk-in.
Power boats limited to electric motors. Sandy beach.
HIKING:
Loop trail available.
FISHING
Lake fishing. Wheelchair-friendly fishing pier.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Camp Roosevelt
VISIT DATE: 9/10/1995
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Luray
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Luray, VA, at intersection of US Rts. 211B (Main St.) and 340, take Rt.
340 north 0.1 miles to Mechanic St. Turn left onto Mechanic St. (becomes
Bixlers Ferry and State Rt. 675) and go 3.3 miles to a "Y" intersection.
Bear left, staying on Rt. 675, and go 0.4 miles to a "T" intersection.
Turn right, continuing on Rt. 675 (Fort Valley Rd.), and go 4.2 miles to
campground on right.
NOTE: Rt. 675 is narrow and becomes steep and winding.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 feet.
The campground is a single loop through what was once Camp Roosevelt.
The campground winds through a stand of mixed hardwoods such as oak, maple,
and elm. The dense stand of hardwood provides ample shade and good privacy
between campsites. This campground has lots of character and personality
and is convenient to good hiking on the Massanutton Mountain.
The campground, situated in the Massanutten Mountain Range, is the site of
the first Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp - Camp Roosevelt, April 4,
1933. Enjoy walking in and around the old CCC foundations - pick up a
brochure from the Lee Ranger District Office.
An interesting day trip is Lions Tale Trail, the product of a cooperative
effort between the area's Lions Club and Forest Service. It is an
interpretive loop, fun and interesting for both children and adults.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and all are about same size.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Massanutton Mountain Trail #408 - 9 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Elizabeth Furnace Campground
VISIT DATE: 09/10/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Front Royal
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Front Royal, VA, at the intersection of US Rt. 340 (N. Shenandoah
Ave) and State Rt. 55 (Strasburg Rd.), take Rt. 55 west 5.2 miles to
County Rt. 678 (Fort Valley Rd.). Turn left onto Rt. 678 and go 4.4
miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 800 feet.
This attractive campground, closest to Washington, DC and near Passage
Creek, is very popular. The campground has several overlapping, unnamed
loops with a stream meandering through the campground with some campsites
on the stream. There are lots of deciduous trees providing ample shade
that suggests nice Autumn foliage. Although the campsites are close
together, heavy middlestory provides good privacy between sites. Each
campsite has a lantern pole.
The campground and area are rich in history. During the 19th century pig
iron was produced in the Elizabeth Furnace area. During the Civil War,
soldiers manned the nearby Signal Knob to observe the enemy. In 1936 the
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) recycled logs from abandoned cabins in
the Elizabeth Furnace area to build a cabin next to the campground.
A nice day trip is taking a drive along State Rt. 678 (between the
intersections of State Rts. 675 and 55). The road is paved and meanders
through beautiful Virginia country with forest and farm scenes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Comments:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 32
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 32
No. Grilles on Sites: 32
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and vary dramatically in size (32' up 70' in
length and 10' to 20' in width) and shape (traditional, "L," and "V").
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
The flush toilets and hot showers are closed in winter.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump and located at campground's entrance.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Pig Iron Trail (foot - interpretive loop) - 0.3 miles
Charcoal Trail (foot, loop - interpretive) - 0.6 miles
Signal Knob Trail (foot, mountain biking - loop) - 10.2 miles
Bear Wallow Trail (foot, mountain biking - loop) - 4.5 miles
There are several connecting trails most of which ascend to Signal Knob.
FISHING
Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hawk
VISIT DATE: 9/4/94
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Capon Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Capon Springs, WV, take County Rt. 16 (Capon Springs Rd.)
southeast 1.7 miles to Forest Rt. 502. Turn right onto Rt. 502 and go
1.3 miles to Public Rd. 347. Turn right onto Rt. 347 and go 0.7
miles to campground entrance on the right.
NOTE: See warning about RV access in General Comments.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,355 feet.
This campground is located in a very serene, hardwood forest.
Although some of the camp sites are large enough for RVs, the
access road leading into the campground is a challenge. RVs at
this campground are not recommended.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 30 through December 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED:
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 15
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 15
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hidden Valley
VISIT DATE: 5/20/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US Rt. 220,
take State Rt. 39 west 3 miles to State Rt. 621. Turn right onto Rt. 621
(McGuffin Rd.) and go 0.9 miles to another campground sign. Turn left at
sign onto Hidden Valley Rd. and go 1.5 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.
This campground, a single loop through a mixed hardwood forest providing
outstanding Fall color, is often referred to as "pastoral". Its quiet,
tranquil atmosphere is enhanced by the views of several large hay meadows
just beyond the trees with historic Warwick Mansion (now a Bed and Breakfast)
in the distance. The campground is between Jackson River ("one of 100 best
trout streams in the country") and Cobbler Mountain in a valley of the
Allegheny mountains. The human history of this area dates thousands of years
while the area's geological tale dates back many thousands of years. Both
human and geological history can be explored along one of several hiking
trails from the campground. The separation between sites and a moderately
heavy middle story provide good privacy between campsites.
Possible day trips are to The Homestead Inn in Hot Springs, the town of Hot
Springs, VA, one of the area's golf courses, the quaint villages of Warm
Springs, VA and Bacova, VA, and Lake Moomaw/Bolar Mountain Recreation for
swimming and other waterplay.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal comment:
Open March 15 through December 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 30
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 5
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
In the campground are:
River Loop Trail #621 (foot) - 1 mile
Lost Woman Trail #613 (foot) - 0.9 miles
connects to Cobbler Mtn Trail #611 (foot) - 7 miles
Hidden Valley Trail #481 (foot and horse) - 5.7 miles
FISHING
Native and stocked trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hone Quarry
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: North River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Dayton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Dayton, VA, take State Rt. 257 west 11 miles to Forest Rt. 62.
Turn right onto Rt. 62 and go 1.8 miles to the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is primitive, nestled in a thick grove of very tall
pines. It is very "forest," quiet and beautiful. No water in campground:
bring your own drinking water.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $5 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 6
Total Sites: 10
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 50'
Comments:
Waste station is about a mile from the campground.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Hone Quarry Lake is one mile from campground.
HIKING - Yes
Big Hollow Trail #430 (foot) - 3.2 miles
Heart Break Trail #435A (foot) - 1.2 miles
Cliff Trail #429 (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 3 mile
FISHING
Stream and lake fishing.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Morris Hill Campground
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Covington
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Covington, VA, take Exit 16A off Interstate 64 to US Rt. 220.
Go north on Rt. 220 for 5.6 miles to State Rt. 687. Turn left onto
Rt. 687 and go 3.2 miles to State Rt. 641. Turn left onto Rt 641/666
and go 4.2 miles to State Rt. 605. Turn right onto Rt. 605 and proceed
2 miles to campground entrance on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is located on a ridge above Lake Moomaw about 1/2 mile
from the southern end of the lake.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 52
Total Sites: 54
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 54
No. Grilles on Sites: 54
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 75'
Comments:
Many sites will take any size RV.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Moomaw is a cold-water 2,530-acre lake with a sandy beach for
swimming. There are three boat ramps on the lake. Coles boat ramp
is 2.5 miles from campground; Fortney Branch is 1.5 miles; and
Bolar Flat Marina is 35.6 miles. The Marina has a modern dock and
gas for power boats.
The nearby Jackson River has five public access points for canoeists
and kayakers.
HIKING
Morris Hill Bike Trail (non-motorized) - 1.1 miles
Fortney Loop Trail (foot) - 3.2 miles
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout, bass and Crappie.
The Jackson River and Back Creek offer good trout fishing for fly fisherman.
Special regulations may apply; pick up copy of current state regulations.
CAMPGROUND NAME: North River
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: North River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Staunton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Staunton, VA, take US Rt. 250 west 17 miles to State Rt. 715.
Turn right onto Rt. 715 and go 6.3 miles to Forest Rt. 95. Turn
right on Rt. 95 and then left on Rt. 95 to Forest Rt. 95B. Turn
right onto Rt. 95B and proceed to the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is a remote, developed primitive site with tall pines
surrounded by a creek on two sides. The loop configuration of the
campground makes it a good location for large families, scout outings,
etc. During late summer and early fall, the campground is packed with
at least one group of RVrs who traditionally gather at North River.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 1 through December 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $5 per night
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 25' X 100'
Comments:
There are no designated sites. Set up in outer ring or inner circle.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in the creek.
HIKING
North River Gorge #538 (foot, horse, mtn. bike) - 4.6 miles
FISHING
Stream fishing.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sherando Lake Recreation Area
VISIT DATE: 07/28/1995
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Glenwood/Pedlar
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Staunton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Staunton, VA, at intersection of Interstate routes 64 and 81,
take I64 east 8.9 miles to State Rt. 624 (Exit 96). Turn off at
Exit 96 and at end of exit ramp, turn right onto Rt. 624 and go
2.5 miles to State Rt. 664. Turn left onto Rt. 664 and go 7.4
miles to Forest Rt. 91. Turn right onto Rt. 91 and go 2.4 miles
to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation 1,900 ft.
The Sherando Lake Recreation Area is comprised of Upper Sherando Lake,
(7 acres) Lower Sherando Lake (25 acres) and and a campground with three
loops - A, B, and C. Loop A, also known as White Oak, has 33 campsites
and is best suited for tents and pop-up campers; no RV hookups are provided
in this loop. Loop B, also known as Riverbend, has 12 campsites all with
electric RV hookups. Loop C, also known as Meadow Loop, has 18
campsites, all with electric hookups. The public phone is
located at Sherando Lake bathhouse. The overstory consists of oak
and maple with some pine, dogwood and redbud. The understory is a
mix of laurel, rhododendron and blueberry, which provides some screening
and privacy between campsites. The campground's entrance gate are open
6AM to 10PM.
NOTE: 1/14/2025 - Electronic gate code is now required for entry and
is included in your confirmation email. Please note it prior to arriving at
Sherando Lake as there is no reliable cellular service onsite. When you
arrive, enter the Four Digit Gate Code followed by the # sign.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through October 29
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$25 per day - single, no electric hookups.
$32 per day - single w/ electric hookups.
$40 per day - double, no electric hookups.
$47 per day - double w/ electric hookups.
NOTE: No discount on electric surchage
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 33
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 63
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 63
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 30
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Loop A limits RV to no longer than
25' due to the tight curve and steep grade at the loops entrance.
Campsites in Loops B and C will accommodate most any size RV.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are actually two lakes. The 7-acre upper lake was built for flood
control. The lower lake, Sherando Lake, is 25 acres and has a
large sandy beach with bathhouse and designated swimming area, with a
wheelchair ramp into the water. Electric motors only.
HIKING
The following trails are provided for both foot and mountain bikers:
Torry Ridge - 7 miles
Blue Loop Trail - 2.5 miles
White Rock Gap Trail - 2.5 miles
White Rock Falls - 2.5 miles
Slacks Trail - 2.6 miles
A network of trails for foot travel only, such as Cliff (moderately steep in
some places), Lakeside and Upper Lake, are leisurely walks near the lake.
FISHING
Stocked trout in Sherando Lake and fishing nearby streams.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sugar Ridge
VISIT DATE: 9/14/2010
UPDATE DATE: 2/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: James River/Warm Springs
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warm Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Warm Springs, VA, at the intersection of State Rt. 39 and US
Rt. 220, take Route 39 west 10.9 miles to State Rt. 600. Turn
left onto Rt. 600 and go 7.3 miles to the campground sign. Turn
right at sign onto Twin Ridge Dr. and go 0.7 miles to campground
on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,700 ft.
The campground is one of four in the Lake Moomaw/Bolar Mountain
Recreation Area and is the newest campground in the area. It is
one large bisected loop with a separate walk-in tent only
section. Although a few sites do have a partial view of Lake
Moomaw, the best views are from the benches on a bluff above lake
near the picnic pavilion. This location offers excellent views
of the sunset. Campsites are tiered down a hillside to a top of
a bluff and tend to be more open and sunny the closer to the
bluff's edge. Privacy in these campsites is fair. The walk-in
tent sites are nestled in a dense stand of mixed hardwoods and
enjoy ample shade and good privacy. Mixed hardwood trees border
the campground which suggest nice Fall foliage. Separate parking
is provided for boat trailers. There is a camp store located at
the Bolar Flat Marina where bait, gas, limited groceries, fishing
supplies, ice and firewood can be purchased.
A possible day trip is a scenic drive through the Richardson
Gorge with a visit to the quaint town of Bacova, VA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$16 per day - tent only
$18 per day - premium tent only
$21 per day - single
$23 per day - premium single
$32 per day - double
$37 per day - premium double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 days
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 35
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 35
No. Grilles on Sites: 35
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comment
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and most will accommodate any size
RV. RV waste stations are located in Bolar Mountain Campground #1,
between Bolar Mountain Campround #2 and #3.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 5
Comments:
The public phone is credit card only and located next to the waste
station in Bolar Mountain Campground #1. A large playground is
located at the swim beach
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Moomaw is a cold-water 2,530-acre lake with a sandy beach
for swimming. A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina
which has a modern dock with boat slips and gas for power boats.
In the campground is a courtesy dock on the shoreline loop. The
huge sandy beach is located near Bolar Mountain Campground #2.
HIKING
Greenwood Point Trail (foot) - 4.4 miles
Roadside trail (foot) - 1.4 miles
Grouse Point Loop trail (foot) - 1.8 miles
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout, bass and crappie
CAMPGROUND NAME: Todd Lake
VISIT DATE: 7/28/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: North River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgewater
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Bridgewater, VA, take State Rt. 42 south 5.8 miles to
State Rt. 754 (Badger Rd.). Turn right on Rt. 754 and go
1.7 miles to State Rt. 731. Turn right on Rt. 731 and go
1.8 miles to State Rt. 730. Turn left onto Rt. 730 and go
3.7 miles to State Rt. 718. Turn right onto Rt. 718 and go
1 mile to Forest Rt. 95. Turn left onto Rt. 95 and go
3.8 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is nestled between Trimble and Grindstone Mountains
near Todd Lake.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 20
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 17' X 70'
Comments:
The waste station is about 1 mile east of the campground on
Forest Rt. 95.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilet available in day use area and in campground.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 3
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Beach use: $5 a day per car; $1 a day per walk-in.
Changing rooms are available. Sandy beach at swimming area which
is wheelchair-friendly.
HIKING - Yes
Comment:
Loop trail (name unknown)
FISHING
Sunfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Trout Pond
VISIT DATE: 7/14/95
UPDATE DATE: 1/14/2025
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wardensville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Wardensville, WV, take County Rt. 23/10 (Trout Run Rd.) south 5.4 miles to
County Rt. 16 (Trout Run Rd.). Turn right onto Rt. 16 and go 6.3 miles to
campground sign (Forest Rt. 500). Turn left onto Rt. 500 and go about 1 mile to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,000 ft.
The campground has two overlapping loops, one inside the other on a hillside
overlooking Trout Pond. The more rustic sites are located nearest the pond. The
campground is very well shaded and part of a big complex. This is
a fun-filed campground, well worth the long drive. Reservations for
weekend stays are recommended. Trout Pond is the only natural pond in
West Virginia which adds to the campground's beauty. Rockcliff Lake is
nearby and is the location of the swimming beach.
As a matter of background, Trout Pond was created by a sinkhole that fills with
water from mountain streams running off Long Mountain. Much of the region
surrounding Trout Pond lies on layers of limestone that erodes away by rainfall
which forms sinkholes. Some of the sinkholes grow quite large. Trout Pond,
with its significant depth and location, may be thought of as a lake, but it is a
sinkhole that can drain at unexpected times and refill sometime later.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 12 through October 26
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$25 per day - single, no hookups
$32 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$40 per day - double, no hookups
$47 per day - double w/ electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION:
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 40
Total Sites: 46
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 13
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 15' X 55'
Comments:
Sites vary in shape with some flaring out at entrance or rear
of parking apron while others are dog-leg shaped.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 2
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Two acre pond (Trout Pond) and beautiful 18 acre lake (Rockcliff Lake).
Power boats limited to electric motors. Combination white sandy and
grass beach on Rockcliff Lake.
HIKING
There are several trails in area including:
Long Mountain Trail - 7.8 miles.
Trout Pond Trail - 2.5 miles.
Rockcliff Lake Trail (foot) - 1 mile
FISHING
Trout
A fishing dock is located on Rockcliff Lake.
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