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Compton Gap Backcountry camping — Shenandoah National Park

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Compton Gap Backcountry camping is located in Shenandoah National Park, VA. The terrain features forested areas and rolling hills. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Skyline Drive and the Appalachian Trail, offering hiking opportunities and scenic views.

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Location

Compton Gap Backcountry camping — Shenandoah National Park is located in Virginia

Coordinates

38.81664015 N
78.17916097 W

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Access

Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

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Site Types

Dispersed

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

44 min from Winchester
1 hr 14 min from Harrisonburg
1 hr 20 min from Hagerstown
1 hr 35 min from Charlottesville

Leslie R.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 17, 2023

Buggy and damp

Not our favorite campground. If you’re a through hiker, it’ll get the job done though. There were three other people camping the night we were there. Lots of bugs. Hiked in from the Dickey ridge trail parking lot.

Month of VisitSeptember