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Best Campgrounds near Toms Brook, VA

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Camping options around Toms Brook, Virginia spread throughout the Shenandoah Valley and nearby mountains, with several established campgrounds offering varied accommodations. The area features Elizabeth Furnace Campground and Little Fort Campground in the George Washington National Forest, along with Shenandoah River State Park about 15 miles east. These public lands support tent and RV camping, while some locations like Shenandoah River State Park also offer cabins and yurts. Creekside Campground and Gooney Creek Campground provide private alternatives with full hookups for those seeking more amenities.

Road access varies significantly across the region's camping areas, with many forest service roads requiring careful navigation. Little Fort Campground sits at the end of a winding mountain road with limited cell service, making advance planning essential. Most developed campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, with Mathews Arm and Big Meadows in Shenandoah National Park closing from late fall through early spring. Free primitive camping options like Little Fort operate year-round but provide only basic amenities such as vault toilets and fire rings. According to one visitor, "No amenities other than a pit toilet and a gravel pad at each site. Not easy if you are pulling a trailer, but it was a nice place with awesome ATV trails."

Several campgrounds near Toms Brook provide direct access to hiking and OHV trails, making them popular bases for outdoor recreation. Elizabeth Furnace Campground connects to numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty, while Little Fort serves as a staging area for the Peters Mill Run OHV complex. Campers consistently note the peaceful, wooded settings despite occasional noise from nearby recreation. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, Elizabeth Furnace offers "wooded camping sites with spaces for RV and tents, and a couple of sites that have a path to the creek that flows behind the campground." First-come, first-served sites at these forest service campgrounds often fill quickly on summer weekends and holidays, requiring early arrival to secure a spot.

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Best Camping Sites Near Toms Brook, Virginia (149)

    1. Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bentonville, VA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 622-6840

    $30 - $40 / night

    "Virginia has the best state park campgrounds. Water and electric. Large sites. The bathrooms are clean with separate shower rooms. Nice hiking in the park. Near SNP. Responsive and friendly rangers."

    "In my opinion it has the best location of the 3 Turks they have. It’s it the woods close to a boat landing you can see a bit of the river. In the fall or spring I’m sure the view is amazing."

    2. Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    45 Reviews
    Rileyville, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3132

    $30 - $75 / night

    "This is a nice and very large campground tucked away in the northern part of Shenandoah. The facilities and grounds were well kept and it’s a short car’s travel (but there’s also a trail!)"

    "There are a few trails encompassing and leading out from the campground, and it's nice to have a central location from which you can out on small hikes."

    3. Wolf Gap

    20 Reviews
    Basye, VA
    13 miles
    Website

    $20 / night

    "This campsite is by far one of my favorite free campsites that Virginia has to offer. what makes Wolf Gap so speacial is the the 4 mile hike that leads to a rocky overlook of the valley."

    "We made a spur of the moment one night trip up here from Virginia, and I do glad we stumbled upon it! There are only 8 or 9 camp spots, each with a leveled area for a tent and a designated fire pit."

    4. Creekside Campground

    17 Reviews
    Edinburg, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 984-4299

    $26 - $47 / night

    "We spent 2 nights at Creekside Campground in Edinburg, VA on our way to West Virginia—- and found a real gem.  We paid$50/night for Back-in Creekview FHU Site#20."

    "We had a large grass space with water and power on the edge of a beautiful creek and enjoyed the sounds of it both nights."

    5. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."

    "Our site had the AT running right behind it. The was plenty of access to trails, and pretty central to the park. The campground is near showers, laundry, campstore, and visitor center."

    6. Gooney Creek Campground

    16 Reviews
    Bentonville, VA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 635-4066

    "We are tent campers and we’re looking for a place close to Shenandoah to ride our motorcycles. This was 3 miles from the north entrance to the park, perfect."

    "Hike up a trail or up through the creek itself to a swimming hole only accessible to campers. Saw some decent sized fish swimming around in there."

    7. Elizabeth Furnace Campground

    9 Reviews
    Strasburg, VA
    6 miles
    Website

    $20 / night

    "In the valley outside of Shenandoah, it was a nice spot to return to at night. There are also some hiking trails across the street."

    "Campground Review: What a great find, so close to a town….though feels like you are deep in the forest!"

    8. Hawk Recreation Area Campground

    15 Reviews
    Star Tannery, VA
    12 miles
    Website

    "Although it's not immediately convenient to the various hiking trails in the Lee Ranger district of Washington-Jefferson NF, this little site is tucked away atop a mountain far from any crowds."

    "Tent sites are rough, some outside ring sites have tent pads."

    9. Elizabeth Furnace Family Campground

    9 Reviews
    Strasburg, VA
    6 miles

    "Great spot right outside Shenandoah NP with quick access to the park or nearby trails. great fishing and hikes for kids, too!"

    "There are a couple of sites that have a path to the creek that flows behind the campground.There is also plenty of hiking trails to be completed around the campgrounds of various levels from beginner to"

    10. Little Fort Campground

    8 Reviews
    Woodstock, VA
    5 miles
    Website

    "Off the beaten path for sure. Only a couple of other campers there when we visited. No issue for our 2wd SUV. Quite a bit of hunters gunfire in the distance, but otherwise very peaceful."

    "Some sites have direct access to the Peter's Mill Run OHV complex. Vault toilet for all sites to share. No water, no electricity. Have to pack trash out. Sites were first come first serve."

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  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 2, 2025

    Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Complete campground with shower

    This campground in Shenandoah has a store and coin shower, flush toilets. The siye we stayed was very spacious, it can fit 2 tents. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table but not all have a bear food locker, so check if you need a food locker. Loft has an amphitheater that’s great for viewing the sunset! It’s connected to the site beside it so privacy is about 7/10

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Quite and comfortable in the woods.

    Hosts are great.  Bathhouse was very clean.  Fall folliage was perfect.  The campgound is really 1.6 mi from rte 50 but feels longer the first time due to narrow roads and hills.  For being on the side of a mountain, the sites were suprisining level.  Only needed a few blocks under the wheels.  We chose one of the pull throughs.

    Don't forget to plug in well pump or you won't have water!

    30' TT

  • E
    Oct. 26, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Terrific

    Just got home from a lovely week in Romney.  We found the perfect campground, a mile or so off route 50, deep in the woods.  Each campsite surrounded by trees.  Since we have a popup, Shelly recommended a site not far from the bathhouse.  Perfect.  We were in Romney to ride the Potomac Eagle, but Shelly also recommended other experiences in Romney (Fort Mill Ridge, Indian Mound Cemetery, historic David House).  A very nice autumn week.

  • Gina T.
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Loved it!

    This was our first experience camping.  We just retired and rented a camper for a trial run and we just loved it.  It was quiet there and I slept like a baby.  Very positive experience.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Love this Campground

    I love camping in Matthews Arm, it has a flush toilet restroom. The site A7 has a hug parking, can fit RVs and spacious area for tent, table, fire pit. Only downside is that the tent pad is kind of connected to site A09, so privacy is not the best.

  • Zach L.
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA

    Fall Leaf Peeping Trip

    We stayed here for 3 nights. Perfect campground with everything you need. Bathrooms are very clean. Ice, propane, and other items are available on site at the store. Halloween was in full effect including a haunted walk. Sites are spacious and have natural stone in ground fire pits instead of rusted metal rims which adds character. Dog park, pool, and plenty of games are available on site. Harrisonburg is down the road if you to need to stop in town.

  • Jack W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    South Fork Shenandoah River

    Great dispersed spot

    Only a few spots around, but beautiful spot right on the river with fire pits. No other amenities but it was exactly what we were looking for

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Cedar Creek Trail dispersed campsite

    Cedar Creek Trail Dispersed Campsite

    Went to Stultz gap and was a little unimpressed. Drove about 10 minutes further north on the same road.

    Location is approximate. After the intersection, the road will turn into a trail (marked by a metal gate) and there is a campsite right there.

    Was very peaceful and clean. Had an established fire ring.

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Campsite

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Camping

    The spot itself is right next to the road. The map seems to indicate trails connected but they appear very overgrown.

    Appears some may use this with horses as some small amount of waste was left behind.

    We ended up driving about 10-15 minutes further north along the same road and found a nicer spot with an established fire ring.

Guide to Toms Brook

Camping near Toms Brook, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails in Shenandoah National Park. Many campers rave about the hiking opportunities right from their campsites. One reviewer at Big Meadows Campground said, "Hiking trails leave right from the campground."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing in nearby rivers and streams. Campers at Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground appreciate the access to fishing spots, with one stating, "Tons to do in the area!"
  • Stargazing: The clear skies in this region make for excellent stargazing. A visitor at Mathews Arm Campground mentioned, "The view of the stars might have been spectacular."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often highlight the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One reviewer at Lewis Mountain Campground noted, "Bathrooms are well maintained."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a good amount of space between campers. A visitor at Gooney Creek Campground said, "A beautiful mountain stream flows around the campground... a great place to camp, hike, fish."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff. A reviewer at Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA mentioned, "Nice people at the camp shop and camp sites were well kept."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mathews Arm Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers. A camper remarked, "No electricity or hookups at Matthew’s Arm."
  • Crowded Sites: Certain campgrounds can feel cramped. A visitor at Candy Hill Campground said, "The management was charging our family for 2 grandchildren as visitors each day."
  • Wildlife Precautions: Bears are present in the area, so it's important to store food properly. One camper at Big Meadows Campground warned, "There are bears so make sure you don't leave any food out."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campground: Look for family-friendly amenities. A reviewer at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Luray said, "They offer tons of other adventures like laser tag, arcade, mini golf."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep kids entertained. One camper at Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages mentioned, "The kids loved the playground and the swings."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can help keep the little ones happy. A visitor at Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA noted, "The camp shop had everything in it you would need."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Gooney Creek Campground advised, "Rigs longer than 25 feet, most likely will not fit."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Services: Some campgrounds, like Mathews Arm Campground, do not have sewer hookups. A camper mentioned, "No sewer hookups, but there are plenty of potable water spigots."
  • Know Your Route: Some roads can be tricky for larger vehicles. A visitor at Wolf Gap said, "The road to get here was a little bit treacherous for a vehicle so big."

Camping near Toms Brook, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just be sure to plan ahead and choose the right spot for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Toms Brook, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Toms Brook, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 149 campgrounds and RV parks near Toms Brook, VA and 21 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Toms Brook, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Toms Brook, VA is Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 56 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Toms Brook, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 free dispersed camping spots near Toms Brook, VA.

What parks are near Toms Brook, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Toms Brook, VA that allow camping, notably Shenandoah National Park and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park.

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