Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Melrose, VA
Melrose, VA, nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, offers a variety of camping options that suit every adventurer's needs, from RV enthusiasts to tent campers and those seeking the serenity of dispersed camping. For RV travelers, the nearby Shenandoah Valley Campground provides full hookups and scenic views of the mountains, allowing for both relaxation and recreation, with proximity to hiking trails and fishing spots. Tent camping in the area is ideal at Douthat State Park, where well-maintained campgrounds are surrounded by lush forests, offering easy access to pristine lakes and picturesque hiking paths. For a more secluded experience, dispersed camping can be found in the George Washington National Forest, where you can pitch your tent off the beaten path, surrounded by nature's tranquility and endless opportunities for wildlife viewing. The geography around Melrose boasts rolling hills, vibrant foliage, and flowing streams, making it an outdoor paradise year-round. Whether you prefer the amenities of a campground or the rugged charm of the backcountry, Melrose, VA, is your gateway to memorable outdoor experiences.
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.
Mathews Arm Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 12 min south of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 2,714 feet. There are a total of 164 campsites including 1 boat site. The campground is open all year. 152 sites can accommodate RVs between 14 and 52 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. Fees range from $30.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails.
Loft Mountain Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 3 min southeast of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 3,358 feet. There are a total of 197 campsites including 44 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the beginning of November. 153 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 55 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. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, general store, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Morris Hill Campground is located in the James River Ranger District, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 30 min north of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 2,055 feet. There are a total of 55 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 71 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. Fees range from $18.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, boat site, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Spring Gap Campground in Allegany County is located just 13 min southeast of Cumberland, MD with an elevation of 564 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 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. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp is located in the Lee Ranger District, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (36 min southwest of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 754 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $30.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include playground. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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.
Powhatan Campground is part of Powhatan State Park in Virginia (36 min west of Tuckahoe, VA) with an elevation of 330 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 29 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 52 and 143 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. 29 sites have electric and water hookups. 3 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $88.00. Some amenities include restroom. 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.
Lake Anna Campground is part of Lake Anna State Park in Virginia (45 min southwest of Fredericksburg, VA) with an elevation of 411 feet. There are a total of 68 campsites including 22 cabins. The campground is open all year. 46 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 183 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. 23 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $386.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
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.
Shenandoah River Campground is part of Shenandoah River State Park in Virginia (46 min south of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 719 feet. There are a total of 62 campsites including 18 cabins. The campground is open all year. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 60 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. 31 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $359.00. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Sky Meadows Campground is part of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia (31 min southeast of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 799 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 104 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. Fees range from $20.00 to $105.00. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Bear Creek Lake Campground is part of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia (1 hr 12 min southeast of Charlottesville, VA) with an elevation of 354 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites including 12 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the beginning of December. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 35 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. 33 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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