Best RV Parks & Resorts near Dayton, VA

Several RV parks surround Dayton, Virginia with diverse setup options for motorhomes. Walnut Hills Campground offers 139 full hookup sites with 50-amp service, open year-round with both back-in and pull-through options. The sites near the lower area by the lake provide ample shade while upper sites have less tree cover. "While my initial feeling was one of a run down campground, it's obvious the new owners are working to make it better. Our site 33 was full hookup and a very nice, mostly level, spacious, and had a covered picnic table on a deck," noted one camper. Endless Caverns RV Resort provides 142 spacious sites with 50-amp electrical service, water, sewer hookups and fire rings on gravel pads. Harrisonburg-Shenandoah Valley KOA maintains year-round access with big-rig friendly sites featuring 50-amp service.

Access roads to several mountain RV parks involve steep grades and tight turns. One visitor reported needing a 30-foot sewer hose at Devils Backbone Camp where odd-numbered sites have connections on opposite sides. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger signals at lower-elevation parks. Most RV parks in the area permit pets, though site-specific restrictions may apply. Dump stations are available at many campgrounds, including Walnut Hills and Endless Caverns, with varying water pressure reported. Propane fill service can be found at select locations like Walnut Hills. During peak seasons, particularly fall foliage viewing periods, advance reservations are strongly recommended as sites fill quickly. Many RV parks in the region close loops seasonally, though several maintain year-round operations.

Best RV Sites Near Dayton, Virginia (110)

    1. KOA Luray RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Luray, VA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 743-7222

    "We had a great back in site, that although a little unlevel, was really private and in the back corner. It was adjacent to a farm and like others have mentioned, it was a bit smelly at times."

    "Wright next to the Luray caves and near the starting point of the Skyline drive. Nice, quietly located camping, surrounded by fields."

    2. Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages

    22 Reviews
    New Market, VA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 896-2283

    $45 - $249 / night

    "This campground (RV Resort) is simply beautiful. Wooded, stone borders, stone walls, and stone fire pits at every site, plus full hookup at each site."

    "The ‘resort’ features include a pool, laundry, pickleball courts, volleyball courts, disk golf, horseshoes, picnic tables and fire rings, a kid’s activity area, a rec center that includes an arcade, swings"

    3. Smoke Hole Caverns and Log Cabin/RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Cabins, WV
    42 miles
    Website

    $45 / night

    "If you have a class A or are looking for something with full hookups, look no further."

    "Location is prime!! Loved the RV sites right on the water. Perfect if you are a trout fisherman or hiker."

    4. Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Stuarts Draft, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 337-3920

    $45 - $99 / night

    "Many long-term sites (lots of weekenders) around the lake and up in the hilly area.  Short-term sites are electric and water only but there is a free dump station down in the back."

    "The store was sparse but adequate. The lawns were kept up and looking good. There is a very nice playground and a pet exercise area. You can fish in the lake though we didn't catch anything."

    5. Fort Valley Ranch

    1 Review
    Woodstock, VA
    40 miles
    Website

    $30 - $45 / night

    "We recently stayed at Fort Valley Ranch Campground, near Luray, VA and I can only say good things about our experience and the FVR's management."

    6. Riverside Cabins and RV Park

    1 Review
    Maysville, WV
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 538-6467

    7. Hawk Nest Mushroom Farm

    7 Reviews
    Singers Glen, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 560-4847

    $25 - $30 / night

    "If you are tent camping or have a camper van the area is fine. Large RV will have a difficult time setting up in the camp area.  The camp area is quiet and there is plenty of firewood for use."

    "Convenient location, nice setup with tables and chairs around 2 firepits, space to spread out, and plenty of firewood provided. Friendly host.  Thanks!"

    8. Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River

    4 Reviews
    Luray, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 743-5540

    $45 - $470 / night

    "The park and facilities were very clean.  They have a playground for the kids, fishing ponds, cabins, pet friendly with a dog park and they are located right along the Shenandoah river. "

    "Great proximity to Shenandoah National Park while still being close enough to a Walmart and fuel. Easy to access sites, great for larger rigs!"

    9. Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA

    32 Reviews
    Shenandoah, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 896-8929

    "Well managed, clean, friendly staff. The sites are large enough and level enough. The power pole is well positioned. Laundry room, bathrooms, and shower are well maintained and clean."

    "Biggest KOA I’ve been to. 24 hr laundry, big camp store, office stays open later than other KOA’s. Convenient to the highway and easy to get to. Sites are well spaced. Hookups were well positioned."

    10. Shenandoah Valley Campground

    25 Reviews
    Staunton, VA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 248-2267

    $36 - $132 / night

    "We spent 2 weeks at SVC while our trunk was in the shop(our travel trailer got towed there- highly recommend Good Sam Roadside policy). Everyone on staff was accomodating, helpful and friendly."

    "Close to 81, but hyway isn't a distraction for a good night's sleep. And we were closest to hyway then majority of campers. Friendly staff. Pleasant clean surroundings in campgrounds."

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RV Park Reviews near Dayton, VA

1019 Reviews of 110 Dayton Campgrounds


  • E
    Apr. 22, 2021

    Devils Backbone Camp

    Beautiful campground w/ great beer & hiking

    The campground is small and well-kept. It has an incredibly chill and laid-back vibe.

    You are a quick walk to the brewery and café, where you can grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is nice and dark at the campground, so great for star watching. 

    There are several small walking paths throughout the property. 

    It is very pet friendly. 

    It is very quick drive to lots of hiking, including the Appalachian Trail. 

    You are also a stone’s throw away from a ton of other really great breweries and wineries. I highly recommend visiting Blue Mountain Brewery and Bold Rock cidery during tour stay for some great food and beverage.

    Cell service and wi-fi are spotty at best, but what do you expect? You are in the middle of the mountains. 

    Each full hook up site has a picnic table and fire ring. Fire wood available for purchase.

    *Warning, if you stay at a full hook up site and are parked in an odd number spot, you will need an extra long sewer hose to reach the connection. For example, we have a small travel trailer and we needed a 30 foot hose. The sewer connection for the odd number sites is on the opposite side of the RV than the electricity and water. The good news is that in a pinch, and your sewer hose does not fit, they do have a dump station on site.

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2023

    Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views

    Camping Gem With a Great View

    We had a great stay at Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views in Luray, VA. 

    We stayed in a level back-in site(#39) with picnic table on a concrete patio, Adirondack chairs under a pergola on a second concrete patio, clean gravel surface, and fire pit. The site was big enough for our motor home and Jeep. Full hook-ups with 50-amp service. 

    Wow, what a view! Sunset over the mountains from our campsite each evening. Who could ask for more? 

    The campground is close to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive as well as Luray Caverns and a few smaller tourist attractions including the Luray Zoo and Bear Mountain Zip-lines. 

    They have a clean pool and playground for little kids. The nearby dairy cow farm is fun too. 

    You can tell the new owners are making some upgrades including improving the utilities and adding wi-fi. 

    The drive in requires about 25-miles through the roller coaster of steep grade(7+%) hills. There’s no way around that, you’re in the mountains. Just be aware and be prepared. 

    THINGS I ESPECIALLY LIKED: 

    1. The best view from a campsite we’ve ever experienced 

    2. Less than 20-minutes from Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns 

    3. Clean campground

  • Clark P.
    Jul. 18, 2020

    Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages

    Wonderful location, excellent RV Park

    July 10-19, 2020

    As my wife and I were discussing my review, I asked her what could we point to to take away from a 5-star rating. Neither of us could think of a single thing.

    This campground (RV Resort) is simply beautiful. Wooded, stone borders, stone walls, and stone fire pits at every site, plus full hookup at each site. They cater nicely to big rigs, offering numerous pull-through sites as well as back-in sites, as your need exists. Small rigs down to tent trailers camp here as well. There are only two restroom locations (same with the dumpsters; guests do not leave trash near their sites, guests are expected to take care of their own trash), but they are clean, well cared for, and odor free. Showers are the same.

    Most sites are spaced enough to give some feeling of privacy, some are fairly close together. A few sites are nicely secluded for those of us that crave privacy. Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful, and include a “Camp host” for after hours problems. Because of Virginia restrictions due to the current COVID situation, as of this writing the pool and spacious game room are not open. Check with them if that is a gamechanger for you. Their cavern tour (discounted for guests at the RV park) was lovely. Marked well, lighted, relaxed. Our tour guide, Haley, was a sweetheart, taking time for the two little kids, and still giving the information older people like. Plenty of things to do nearby, including museums, Civil War Battlefields, shopping, and Skyline Drive (fantastic).

    This is a quiet campground, with no street lights, and quiet hours from 11PM to 8AM. Definitely not a party campground, which totally endeared this place to us. Roads are gravel and can be a bit steep, 4-wheel drive is helpful.

    We thoroughly loved our stay here, and assuming we are back this way, we don’t even plan on looking at other locations to stay. Can not praise this campground (RV Resort) enough.

  • Mara S.
    Mar. 18, 2021

    Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground

    Too bad I had to leave

    Loved it! I’d love to spend a week here some time. There is no bad site in this campground. Immaculate upkeep. Lots of walking and hiking trails. Verizon has no signal at all, but AT&T was fine. Clean bathrooms, large showers, dump station. Water and electric on site but no sewer connection. Large campsites with picnic table and fire ring.

  • K
    Nov. 12, 2020

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    Great Campground!

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort is becoming one of my favorite campgrounds. I recently camped in my Winnebago motor home, in site 67. Site 67 is on the upper level of the campground, is a pull through site, and has full hookups. I was pleasantly surprised when we got there and I found out it has its own deck!!! Site also includes a fire ring and a picnic table. There are no other sites to the right of the site, so the view is awesome. No issues with electricity, water hook up fine. We did not connect to sewer, because we were only staying over night. Dog friendly space directly across from this site, so it was very convenient. Views beautiful. Bathhouse clean. Site was much longer than our 30ft motor home, we were not towing. Highly recommend this campground, staff is helpful and friendly. The sites are well maintained. I will certainly return...this was my third visit to this campground.

  • Francelia A.
    Jul. 27, 2025

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    Mom and son new adventure

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort is located in Crozet, Virginia, off of 250 below Afton Mountain. I'm familiar with this resort. Many, many years ago, when it was Yogi Bear's park, a lot of updates since then. Great accommodations. I've not enjoyed camping as much as I have these last 2 weeks with my son Matthew, who is 30 years old down syndrome, autism and a leukemia survivor. I am 66 years old. I'm on the best adventure of my life. Just bought a new motorhome after my partner of 15 years passed away. I'm on a new journey. And taking care of my life with good health. I recommend this park to anyone. Friendly staff, accommodating, pet friendly dog parks, bathhouse, laundry, sun, and shade, with 30 and 50 amp hookups with sewage. I couldn't ask for a better place. Have a fun-loving life, I am!

  • D
    Oct. 23, 2023

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Fantastic National Park Campground

    Surprisingly, recreation.gov had excellent campsite descriptions and photos for this campground(very unusual in our experience), which made it possible for us to choose the perfect site for our 30' travel trailer. We would not have been satisfied with the slope of more than a few of the sites here, so be sure to do your due diligence before choosing your site. 

    This is a large campground with lots of sites, many of which(like C129) are quite large. The entire campground was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms and showers. Keep in mind that showers are$5 for 10 minutes but we noticed that shower#4 worked on just$4. Shh! Don't tell anyone!;-) 

    This is boondocking(no water, sewer, or electric hookups), but there are plenty of potable water spigots and there is a dump station nearby that is convenient, in good working order, and also has potable water. One complaint about the dump would be that there is no threaded hose to flush out a black tank. 

    Generator hours are 08:00- 10:00 and 16:00- 19:00 but are extended to 21:00 from opening until April 14 and again from October 15 through closing. Quiet hours are 22:00- 06:00. 

    The campground has a good laundry facility and a small store. A short walk takes you to Big Meadows Lodge with a full-service restaurant, pub, coffee bar, and gift shop. Take in the sunset from the great room, the deck, or a short hike along the Black Rock trail. A little longer walk takes you to the Wayside where you will find a well-stocked store with food, beverages (adult and otherwise), camping supplies, a quick service restaurant, and a nice gift shop. Definitely try the blackberry cobbler at either Big Meadows Lodge or the Wayside! 

    Ticks are a big issue here(at least they were when we visited in mid-October). Be sure to check your pups constantly for ticks, and make sure you take preventive measures such as sprays and chews to make sure your pups stay safe. Check yourselves, your kiddos, and your bedding too! 

    We had mixed feelings about the staff here, many of whom were quite nice and helpful. We did feel that the person who checked us in seemed a bit haggard and, perhaps as a result, was relatively short with us when we asked reasonable questions. We also felt the campground hosts were more than a bit inconsistent in rules enforcement. For instance, they are adamant about not having even a millimeter of tire off the pavement(even when trying to keep the tow vehicle off the roadway) but didn't care at all about campers who ran their generators all day long outside of generator hours. 

    Verizon was nonexistent. 

    T-Mobile was good. 

    Starlink was great for us, but keep in mind that many sites have a canopy of trees that will obstruct Starlink. 

    Solar was so-so, partially because of the tree cover and partially because of clouds and fog.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2022

    Skyline Ranch Resort

    Would NOT Stay here Again

    Ugh, this was one of the worst campgrounds we have stayed at in our twelve years of full-time RVing. First of all, the sites are very close together. Our site (which was#20 on the map but the number at our electric post was#102, go figure!) was supposed to be a pull-thru but we had to unhook the car because the site was so short and hard to get into due to narrow roads and tight turns with trees. The park is definitely not big-rig friendly, and all the sites are very close. There are many seasonals with old, dilapidated campers with lots junk around them. 

    We assume they call themselves a “resort” because there is a swimming pool, mini-golf, pavilion, playground, rental cabins, ball fields, dog park and a fishing pond, but it didn’t live up to the standards we consider for a resort. The mini-golf was in horrible condition. Everything was old and run-down. The “chalets” where super outdated, there was trash everywhere in the campground. Lots of seasonal sites with junk everywhere at their site. Behind us was a family who left their mean-looking barking dog chained to the tree all the time. The bathrooms are super outdated, and we wouldn’t even go in. Luckily, we had a full hook-up site. The nicest looking area of the park is the 8,000 square-ft Clubhouse which has a café, game room, adult lounge, wide screen tv, fitness center, and jacuzzi. We were there early in the season so some amenities were closed. There are farm animals on the property and a petting zoo with pigs, horses, ponies, goats, ducks, etc. They have a busy summer schedule of events which I’m sure entertains the kids and adults, but we weren’t staying long enough to participate. 

    Inside the brochure you get when you check-in are two-pages of guidelines and rules (which I doubt anyone reads). One of rules (#8) states that you have to clean up your area prior to departure, but since the seasonals weren’t departing I guess all the trash around their site was acceptable. That rule also states that fire pits have to be clean to fire pits but there were many fire pits full of trash.  

    I was a little nervous plugging into our electrical post which was completely wobbly and barely attached to anything and literally held together with packing tape– visions of an unpleasant electrocution experience flashed in my head. There is no cable but we were able to get seven over-the-air antenna channels (only one major network– ABC). All the utilities were at the back of our site and it took me a few minutes to find the sewer outlet which was near our neighbors designated parking spot. I suppose the only good thing was that Skyline Ranch Resort is a Passport America park and we only paid $35+tax/night for a 50-amp FHU site (which would have been the ridiculous high price of $70 otherwise). The only reason the campground gets two stars is because it was cheap for FHU. We would NOT stay here again.

  • R
    Apr. 19, 2019

    Charlottesville KOA

    Great Price and Great Service

    For the past four or five years I have come to this campground each year in the offseason, April or October, to visit while the temps in Virginia are cooler and less humid. This KOA offers free wifi and cable TV with no connection problems. If ever you have a problem, stay is ready to help. My last visit I had to replace a kitchen faucet, which was leaking due to poor winterization by CW. A staff person spent an hour or more replacing the faucet, android not want to be paid, but only asked that we donate to the kids and camping charity he supported. The showers and bathroom facilities have been remodeled and were both clean and quite efficient. The campground itself is just 10 minutes from the city of Charlottesville and a few minutes from Monticello as well as many fine Virginia wineries. It's the perfect area to be in to visit The Blue Ridge Mountains, historic Fredricksburg, or Appomattox (all 50 to 90 minutes away). Campsites are not on top of each other, and both pull-through and back-in spots are available. The pool area looks like a nice place to be, with shaded areas and many places to sit (though I have never had the opportunity to use it, because of the season I visit).


Guide to Dayton

Dayton RV campgrounds feature diverse landscapes within the Shenandoah Valley at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,500 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with particularly comfortable camping weather in spring and fall when temperatures average 60-75°F. Most campgrounds in the area maintain open fields for RV parking while preserving wooded areas for tent camping.

What to do

Explore caverns and natural features: Several campgrounds offer direct access to unique geological attractions. At Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages, you can tour their on-site caverns. "Our tour guide, Haley, was a sweetheart, taking time for the two little kids, and still giving the information older people like," notes one visitor. The caverns are directly accessible from the office welcome center with tours offered multiple times daily.

Hiking opportunities: Many campgrounds near Dayton have dedicated trail systems. The Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA features "great hiking trail into the hills and woods at the back of the property," according to a camper who appreciated being able to "run, walk & stretch" with their dogs. The campground also provides easy access to nearby Fridley's Gap with swimming holes.

Water activities: Fishing and water recreation are available at several locations. Shenandoah Valley Campground offers a stocked fishing pond and a creek with tubing opportunities. "Nice wooded campground, pretty cool water fall, lots of colorful bunnies, decent fishing in the pond," reports one camper. The creek includes a waterfall area that provides cooling relief during hot summer days.

What campers like

Private, spacious sites: Campers consistently appreciate campgrounds that provide adequate space between sites. At Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River, "The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV," according to one reviewer. This privacy contributes significantly to camper satisfaction, especially during peak seasons.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses and common areas rank highly among camper preferences. One visitor to KOA Luray RV Resort noted, "You have all the necessary amenities that you would expect on a KOA camping," while another mentioned the "huge dog park that my dog loved" and "multiple dog bag stations throughout the campground."

Natural settings: Campers value sites that preserve natural elements. At Endless Caverns, one reviewer praised the "lovely RV park built up a mountain side overlooking the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, located in a deep old hardwood forest. Care has been given to support the original trees and native plants."

What you should know

Seasonal operations: Not all campgrounds operate year-round. Shenandoah Valley Campground closes on October 31 for the season. One visitor in October noted, "We got the feeling they weren't that into it anymore. Bathrooms and showers were disgusting... Store not well stocked."

Connectivity challenges: Cell service and internet access vary significantly by location. At KOA Luray RV Resort, a camper reported, "The wifi was terrible and unusable, even with our antenna. AT&T worked well and Verizon was a bit spotty." Similarly, at Shenandoah Valley Campground, a visitor found "no wifi, no cable and cell service is limited - definitely not good for Verizon."

Terrain considerations: Many RV parks in the Dayton area feature varying elevation. At Hawk Nest Mushroom Farm, "Large RV will have a difficult time setting up in the camp area," according to a visitor. At Endless Caverns, "The higher sites might require your TV have 4WD. Be very particular with your site selection!"

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Select campgrounds with dedicated recreational facilities for children. Shenandoah Valley Campground offers "a pool, hot tubs, store, cafe with limited items... lots of activities for the kids," reports a visitor. Another camper mentioned, "My kids were in heaven" with the "awesome pool that was heated, hot tubs, mini golf and good playgrounds."

Wildlife viewing: Children often enjoy campgrounds with visible wildlife. Shenandoah Valley Campground features "a resident population of semitame bunnies," with multiple reviewers mentioning the "colorful bunnies" throughout the property. These encounters provide educational opportunities for children to observe animals in semi-natural settings.

Special events: Holiday celebrations enhance family camping experiences. One camper at Shenandoah Valley Campground mentioned, "Halloween is a big event in many RV parks and this was no exception. There were a few campers who fixed up a trailer as a haunted house and decorated the outside to the max."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: When booking at Dayton area RV campgrounds, prioritize location over price. At Fort Valley Ranch, "All the RV sites were impressively level, with only minimal leveling needed," according to one camper. At Endless Caverns, "Sites in C usually back up into a wooded or naturally landscaped area that allow a nice sense of woodsy privacy. Sites are mostly level. Sites in section E appear tighter with less shelter."

Utility requirements: Some campgrounds have unusual utility configurations. At Smoke Hole Caverns, sites feature "full hookups for RVs including cable," though several reviewers noted the campground is "a little pricey for the area." At Harrisonburg KOA, a visitor observed "the power pole is well positioned," minimizing the need for extension cords.

Advance preparations: Cell service limitations require preparation. At Luray RV Resort, a camper advised, "For all of the people attached to the internet like us we were able to have plenty of cell signal to hotspot and get internet," though experiences vary by carrier and specific site location within each campground.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Dayton, VA is KOA Luray RV Resort with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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