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Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park

6 Reviews

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Location

Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park is located in Virginia

Coordinates

36.628920356818384 N
81.51571083272023 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

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WiFi
Available
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups

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(276) 579-7092

Reservations

Jean C.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 1, 2021

Equestrian campground in beautiful Grayson Highlands

This equestrian campground in a beautiful state forest allows for other campers to make reservations no more than 30 days in advance; priority is for campers with horses. This state park has wild horses of its own, but has numerous multi-use and equestrian trails and connects with additional trails in the area for up to 66 miles of riding. Chestnut Hollow is distinct from the Hickory Ridge campground.

The campsites are back-in along a single spur with turn-around at the end. There are bathrooms with showers and a sink for laundry. Fees are $20-23/night, slightly higher for out of state campers. There are open and closed stall options for an additional fee. These were clean and in good repair. Although the official season runs May - October, it is open for primitive camping March, April, and November.

Site are long, gravel, relatively level with water/electric.

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Kelly C.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 14, 2018

Bobcats, Black Bear, & Wild Horses

Lot s of wildlife! We camped at an equestrian campgrounds, chestnut ridge perhaps? Saw a Family of black bear about a mile from camp then a bobcat in camp later that day! Great facilities and located very close to Wilbur ridge where the wild ponies are! The AT is very close and waterfall hikes can be accessed from camp.also lots of great bouldering in the area

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Heather L.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 20, 2017

Love Love Love.

Couldnt have asked for a better birthday gift. The ponies were awesome and the hike was even better. We stayed on the campgrounds at night and we were able to watch a beautiful sunrise while making breakfast. Definitely have plans to go back in the near future.

Month of VisitApril

Sarah C.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2017

Excellent 4 Seasons Camping

I've been here in each season, my favorites being fall and winter. There's a cool large festival in the fall with tons of local vendors and the best apple butter any where. In the winter, it is definitely COLD but absolutely stunning with snow falling. There are 96 campsites available, some with hookups and some without.

The Appalachian Trail can be easily accessed here and there are several backcountry camping options along the trail. Sites in the main park area have gravel pads, picnic tables, fire rings and some have posts for lanterns as well.

As other photos suggest, there are wild ponies here (notice the adjective wild) that are not intimidated by people. Do everyone a favor and keep your distance, please. I experienced a negative interaction with the ponies here that resulted in several backpacks being chewed to bits. The photos of the ponies posted in this review were taken with a zoom lens. This is their home and they should be respected and treated just as you would a bear.

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Scott B.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 28, 2017

Come prepared

This place is by far the windiest place I've ever camped in. We couldn't get a proper fire started due to the wind! It was blowing up all over the trails at some points! But it's all worth it. The views are amazing! The ponies are great, they're come right up to you and check you out. There isn't many places to get water so come prepared with enough. The windchill was a serious issue for some in our group so bring lots of layers and gloves. I'll be going back, hopefully when it's a little warmer!

PS tons of pony poop everywhere. I would imagine it would be a real bummer if you step in it. Avoid at all costs.

Month of VisitNovember

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Michael B.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 7, 2017

Great in all seasons!

Wild ponies, endless blueberries, spectacular view of wildflowers make this on of my go to spots to introduce someone to backpacking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park has water hookups.

What is the elevation of Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park?

Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park is located at 4513 feet.

Are fires allowed at Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.