Shenandoah National Park$30
Big Meadows
Closed for the season
Total sites: 214
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
3,601 ft
37°F
24°F
24°F
poor
Big Meadows Campground, Shenandoah National Park, VA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Big Meadows Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 3 min east of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 3,601 feet. There are a total of 214 campsites including 49 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the end of November. 165 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 85 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $30.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, laundry facility, picnic table, restroom, firewood, ice, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Campsite Reviews (1450)
4.5 out of 5
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| 1 star | 1% |
@DeVonB6E829D8D · Camped on Nov 22, 2025 at Campsite #110
Registering at the front desk was seamless, and I was given clear instructions to find my campsite. The site itself was clean and met my needs; there was even a buck munching on bushes several yards away. Bathrooms were clean, well-stocked, and heated. The trail was pretty and moderately difficult.
@RyanG9772017 · Camped on Nov 22, 2025 at Campsite #121
Not listed online when showers are no longer in use. we got there and were not able to access them and the website only says seasonal. Nice clean camping spaces and loved having the fire pit.
@MatthewA193445 · Camped on Nov 21, 2025 at Campsite #36
Every year my high school friends like to get together for a weekend camping trip. we usually go during the summer to various rivers around the area, but we chose Big Meadows this year. It was a total of 4 of us. We had two 3-person tents, one large tent and a hammock and we had plenty of room. This is a great campsite and had a great time. Bathroom is a quick walk. Two of us had T-Mobile and we had 2-5 bars 5G, fwiw
@BriannaM856001 · Camped on Nov 20, 2025 at Campsite #139
I would definitely be coming back! Very beautiful and easy to navigate.
@BryanR3871518 · Camped on Nov 15, 2025 at Campsite #129
Very fun, Dark Hollow was cool, Hawksbill was really cool, campsite was nice.
@JoyF0C487F1A17 · Camped on Nov 15, 2025 at Campsite #227
We love this place. Everyone is so friendly and the campsites are perfect :)
@KeelyL9A079916 · Camped on Nov 14, 2025 at Campsite #224
Good location in park. Camp grounds are close together, but as a solo camper, I actually liked this. Folks were polite w/music and noise late at night. Had occasional cell service, but most west facing outlooks had service and the vistor center right up the road had free WiFi so not really a concern.
@MatthewVA2A543 · Camped on Nov 14, 2025 at Campsite #129
Despite the campground being very busy, full of campers, the views and wild life presence were phenomenal!! Bathrooms I visited were always clean. The store was well equipped with the basics even tho late in the season
@HollyP6477709 · Camped on Nov 14, 2025 at Campsite #123
Right at the beginning of the main entrance so its a very busy with limited privacy.
@ColeGEFF021322 · Camped on Nov 14, 2025 at Campsite #148
Clean and peaceful
@MasonC4708265 · Camped on Nov 14, 2025 at Campsite #198
Campground was very nice and easy for find your way around. Bathrooms are typical national park bathrooms. Had a good amount of space between campsites so you didnt feel like you were on top of other people. Staff is very nice and there is a shop to get fire wood and water. Overall great experience.
@JimE8696380 · Camped on Nov 12, 2025 at Campsite #181
Beautiful view, easy access to most anything you would need (i.e. gas, supplies, etc.). A short walk to a great hike - Lewis Falls Trail. Always a great deal for the cost of camping at a National Park. The rangers were very nice, helpful and attentive.
@RussCD4808663F · Camped on Nov 10, 2025 at Campsite #150
Very nice experience though it was very cold. Nice hiking and nice campsites
@BillF6750D8B54 · Camped on Nov 9, 2025 at Campsite #96
Was a wonderful trip. The campground is huge, but well laid out. It's also close to many of the best hikes in the park.
@MadelynP6FADA2 · Camped on Nov 8, 2025 at Campsite #152
The campground was beautiful and well maintained. Bathrooms were clean. Many hiking trails around the campground which was nice.
@JennK7B64C67AA · Camped on Nov 7, 2025 at Campsite #155
Even during shutdown, park was super clean and well maintained. Essential staff working were amazing
@NicoleJ8ECC7A9 · Camped on Nov 6, 2025 at Campsite #90
Great site. The campground is beautiful and well maintained. Staff are courteous and professional. Please be considerate of others when you camp here. Please slow down for little humans and wildlife.
@AbbyB8997151 · Camped on Nov 6, 2025 at Campsite #27
Absolutely amazing campsite. Sooo beautiful any time of year, and so many deer too, so cute. Would love to stay again.
@RandyM1178769 · Camped on Nov 5, 2025 at Campsite #60
Great facilities and perfect location! It's centrally located in the park, so we were able to get to many good hiking spots with ease: Dark Hollow Falls, Hawksbill, and Bearfence to name a few. Weekends do get busy and if you prefer quiet - be sure to book one of the generator free sites (a great option!)
@EverettF04FEF9 · Camped on Nov 5, 2025 at Campsite #91
Nice collection of campsite options.
@NicholasK65586 · Camped on Nov 5, 2025 at Campsite #110
Absolutely Wonderful!!!! Shenandoah National Park is a GEM!! A beautiful park that is well run!!
@TedWil7FC92B21 · Camped on Nov 3, 2025 at Campsite #206
Friendly staff.
@JasonC1063647 · Camped on Nov 3, 2025 at Campsite #191
We camp at Big Meadows every year. Our kids love unplugging and hanging out in hammocks, biking around the campground and hiking. For a short easy hike with a great view walk up to the Black Rock overlook next to Big Meadows Lodge.
@DONGHYOUN1DD15 · Camped on Nov 1, 2025 at Campsite #101
tranquil atmosphere and friendly staff make me feel as if at home. always the best place to be.
@Catherine87393 · Camped on Oct 31, 2025 at Campsite #214
Have been staying at Big Meadows for over 50 years! We love the NP, the trails and the beauty of the mountains!
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