Seneca Shadows Campground, WV - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Seneca Shadows Campground is located in the Potomac Ranger District, Monongahela National Forest (1 hr 28 min northwest of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 1,728 feet. There are a total of 81 campsites including 43 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 38 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 13 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $17.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, wifi, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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@JennC3859531 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #22

It was beautiful, close to what we were doing those days.

@ColleenH94ACFE · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #26

Beautiful area

@JohnM1144946 · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #24

Five night stay (Sun-Fri) in the height of summer vacation season and the campground was at less than 50% capacity. (Oddis this because people dont know about forest service camping areas or because there arent many amenities for kids on site?) Dry camped in our RV in loop B, site 24 which is at the end of this loop. Site was clean and level. Good privacy between sites. While you cant see it, you can hear the traffic traveling at 55 mph on US Route 33. It is still a rural area so its not like a stream of constant trucks traveling by, but you can hear it nonetheless. Other reviews have mentioned bathrooms in A and B being out of serviceall womens facilities in A & B were functioning while we were there. Didnt use shower as we have our own (no fee). We were able to get water in the loop with electric, you will need more than 25 of hose. Trash dumpster in each loop (no recycling, maybe thats not a thing in WVa). Decent camp wood available for $8 bundle from hostdont buy in village, quality terrible and high price. Sign at dump station indicates all campers have to pay but an amount isnt listed and you have to find camp manager. Come onI dont mind having to pay a small fee but really, its not hard to post the amount on the sign. Dont make people guess!. We didnt see the manager so ended up leaving $10 in the cash box (already a $10 in there so we figured that was the cost). While our site was clean, there were a lot of black flies around. It was a constant battle to keep them out of our RV. Not many mosquitoes. Bears and raccoons must not be a problem because none of the dumpsters were secured. final note. Complete lack of cell service in the entire area/region, not just the campground.

@Nareshbab088AC · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #D

Great place, well maintained, only concern is the showers are very limited. Especially for group sites there is only one shower and people have to wait for longer time. Apart from this the place is awesome, the site manager staff is great and supportive.

@SharonB9869229 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #20

We really love Seneca Shadows! However, since there were no more electric sites available, we booked a non-electric site for our small camper. We did not see any restrictions for a generator on the camp rules or the Mon Forest web sites. In fact we found that as long as it was not during quiet hours, we could use a generator. On our second day, the campground manager came by to tell us we couldn't use a generator in the campground. When we asked about the rules not saying anything, he told us it was on the internet. But we couldn't find anything. Anyway, we had to leave a day early since our battery could not be charged. We had a solar panel, but it was raining and we were in the shade. It would be nice if this contradiction could be corrected both in the rules and on the internet reservations.

@WarrenW7446685 · Camped on Jun 24, 2025 at Campsite #D

Our group campsite was clean and accessible to a fairly well maintained latrine with running water, shower head, and sink. Tent pads, fire pit, and picnic tables provided. The grounds were mowed and dumpsters regularly emptied. The site is right next to Seneca Rocks and about 15 minutes away from Seneca Caverns and NRocks outdoor outfitters. Lots of hiking trails within a short drive away. Good experience.

@HaroldC3133315 · Camped on Jun 23, 2025 at Campsite #30

Great campground, beautiful scenery, lots of activities such as hiking, fishing, photography, rock climbing and sightseeing.

@TateHD4C31040F · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #13

In general, the campsite is good. The campsites are separate enough to have some privacy and they have enough shade to help cool the sites. The fire pit is good, alongside the tables and such that come with the site.There were a few issues with the campsite. Mainly, the bathrooms are very rough. Toilets and showers were always gross. They definitely need an upgrade. Probably will come back

@JoyNBFE9340252 · Camped on Jun 20, 2025 at Campsite #29

Able to hike to Seneca Rocks from campground.

@KathyL1917379 · Camped on Jun 12, 2025 at Campsite #30

Campsite was great but restrooms were not as clean as they should be. Dead bugs and a dead worm were there the whole 5 nights we were there

@ethanh79C0DF35 · Camped on Jun 4, 2025 at Campsite #72

I can see why it's called Seneca Shadows. I camped in the walk up area, which gives you the perfect view of the rocks. Since it was not busy when I went, I was able to do some photography of the rocks with my longer lens, creating an absolutely beautiful image. The campsites were well maintained and the showers were really solid as well, especially after having done 20 miles of backpacking the three days prior.

@RobertoLEDC490 · Camped on Jun 2, 2025 at Campsite #35

Aging infrastructure, mediocre cleaning service of new management, and new fees - why a reservation fee for first-come, first-served campers? The natural setting, though, is beautiful.

@LeviKE478A518C · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #47

I would say the experience here was enjoyable. The campground was well kept, although the bathrooms could use a little work. Nonetheless, we had a great time and the walk to camp sites have beautiful views, albeit it did feel like there was less space. However, the access to Seneca rocks and other trails makes it worthwhile to deal with.

@EricKDAE7AA581 · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #35

Campground was nice and quite. The showers and bathroom were fine.For some reason, there were millions of web making inch worms. The picnic table was full of them. Which meant I was full of them.

@JohnK6536193 · Camped on May 12, 2025 at Campsite #27

Beautiful grounds with nice spacious sites. The only critique I have is that there should be more posted information. The locations to get water to fill up RV tanks should be obviously marked and mapped. There should be more campground maps including the trails like the one that leads to the nearby store for necessities and wifi.

@GabiL25C29CD4B · Camped on May 6, 2025 at Campsite #18

Very close to Seneca Rocks. Campsites have platforms for tents, bathrooms with hot showers. There is a walk-in area that is a large field.

@6DFDE7D1491B45 · Camped on May 2, 2025 at Campsite #24