Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Craigsville, VA
Nestled in the scenic Allegheny Highlands of Virginia, Craigsville offers a diverse array of camping options for nature enthusiasts seeking adventure in the great outdoors. For RV adventurers, the nearby Sherando Lake Recreation Area provides spacious campgrounds equipped with electric hookups and amenities, all set against the backdrop of picturesque mountain landscapes and crystal-clear waters. Tent campers can enjoy the serene environment at George Washington National Forest, where established sites and trails beckon visitors to explore lush forests and vibrant wildlife, ideal for family outings or solo retreats. For those looking to connect with nature on a deeper level, dispersed camping is available in the surrounding national forest areas, allowing explorers to set up camp in remote locations while soaking in breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and starlit skies. The charming local geography, characterized by rolling hills, streams, and diverse ecosystems, provides ample opportunity for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. Whether you’re traveling in an RV or opting for a traditional tent setup, Craigsville serves as a perfect launching point for unforgettable outdoor experiences in Virginia's stunning landscape.
Big Meadows Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 13 min north of Charlottesville, VA) with an elevation of 3,601 feet. Big Meadows Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 1,897 reviews. There are a total of 215 campsites including 50 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, drinking water, accessible, laundry facility, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, ice, pay telephone, and flush toilets. Activities include biking and hiking trails.
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.
Mcclintic Point Campground is located in the Warm Springs Ranger District, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 28 min west of Staunton, VA) with an elevation of 1,614 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to mid December. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 21 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $12.00 to $85.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Big Bend Campground is located in the Potomac Ranger District, Monongahela National Forest (1 hr 38 min northwest of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 1,438 feet. There are a total of 46 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $22.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include dump station, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Jess Judy Campground is located in the Potomac Ranger District, Monongahela National Forest (1 hr 38 min northwest of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 1,498 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Blackwater Falls Campground is part of Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia (1 hr 36 min southeast of Morgantown, WV) with an elevation of 3,115 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $36.79 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, restroom, ice, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
James River Campground is part of James River State Park in Virginia (54 min northeast of Lynchburg, VA) with an elevation of 495 feet. There are a total of 83 campsites including 19 cabins. The campground is open all year. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 41 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $359.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Smith Mountain Lake Campground is part of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia (54 min southeast of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 830 feet. There are a total of 71 campsites including 21 cabins. The campground is open all year. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 24 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $135.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Douthat Campground is part of Douthat State Park in Virginia (1 hr 7 min north of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 1,570 feet. There are a total of 121 campsites including 35 cabins. The campground is open all year. 89 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 86 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $459.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Holliday Lake Campground is part of Holliday Lake State Park in Virginia (49 min east of Lynchburg, VA) with an elevation of 496 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the beginning of December. 23 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 36 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $42.00 to $112.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing and floating sports.
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