Group camping enthusiasts will find three spacious sites at this now-permanently closed National Park Service facility that once accommodated large parties in Shenandoah National Park. Each site provided multiple picnic tables, fire rings with adjustable grill racks, and parking for up to five vehicles directly at the camping area. The forested setting near water sources made it popular with families and friend groups seeking a base camp for park exploration.
Sites varied in privacy and proximity to facilities. Kate noted that "campsite two and one had a water pump" while describing how conversations carried between adjacent sites. Site 1 sat closest to vault toilets and a public picnic area that could become crowded on weekends, with day-use visitors sometimes wandering into campsites.
The location provided convenient access to Skyline Drive attractions, with the Loft Mountain Camp Store just three miles north offering supplies, showers, and food service. Campers frequently used the area as a staging point for popular trails like Rose River and Bearfence Mountain. Night skies offered clear stargazing opportunities from the nearby overlook.
For current group camping options, campsites near Grottoes provide alternative bases for exploring the southern section of the park.
Description
Overview
Dundo Group Campground is a beautiful campground located at milepost 83.7 along the Skyline Drive with the Appalachian Trail passing through the site. The southern end is a picnic area and the northern end is the campground with three reservable group campsites. All Dundo check-ins are at Loft Mountain Campground, mile 79.5. Check out or re-register by noon. Group camping fees are non-refundable and there are no discounts. Camping is limited to 14 consecutive nights per year.
Recreation
Dundo provides a great base camp for group activities with easy access to the Appalachian Trail, Doyles River and many other popular hikes in the South District.
Natural Features
Dundo offers three large, grassy group tent sites shaded by native oaks and mature pines. It is illegal to approach, feed, frighten, or disturb wildlife. Hunting is prohibited. The laws in our national parks protect all resources such as wildflowers, plants, animals, and artifacts.
Nearby Attractions
Dundo is located at milepost 83.7 along the scenic Skyline Drive. The Loft Mountain Camp Store is located 3.7 miles north, at the Loft Mountain Campground (turn up the hill across from the Loft Mountain Wayside, the store is on the left). There are over 500 miles of trails located throughout the park. The closest visitor center is Byrd Visitor Center located at Milepost 51. On Friday and Saturday during the summer, park Interpretative staff schedules Ranger programs at the Loft Mountain Amphitheater.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations more than 14 days in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee. Within 14 days, $10 and the first night's fee are charged.
Fee Info
*$75.00 per night/per site *plus recreation.gov administrative fees with reservation
Map & DirectionsDundo Group Campground is located in Virginia near Grottoes
Directions
From Washington, D.C., metro area, travel west on Interstate 66 to exit 43A. Take US Highway 29 south approximately 55 miles to Ruckersville, Virginia, then take US Highway 33 west to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive Swift Run Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive south approximately 18 miles and turn left into the Dundo Campground/Picnic area. From Richmond, Virginia, area, travel west on Interstate 64 to exit 99 for Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive. Take Skyline Drive north approximately 22 miles and turn right into the Dundo Campground/Picnic area.
Address
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK/CAMPGROUNDS3655 HIGHWAY 211 EAST
Luray, VA 22835
Coordinates
38.2341111 N
78.7216111 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
