Chris T.
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Very nicely maintained sites. Cost per night but can't pay via application cause there is no cell service. Water wasn't working or on but that was anticipated.
RV Camping near Etlan, VA
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Several RV campgrounds near Etlan, Virginia accommodate various motorhome sizes with hookup options, from compact rigs to large Class A coaches. KOA Luray RV Resort offers level padded sites with full hookups including 50-amp electric service, water and sewer connections. Fort Valley Ranch provides 45 spacious sites with both 30 and 50-amp hookups for larger rigs. "Sites were large and easy to level out at," notes one camper about Endless Caverns RV Resort, which features 142 full-hookup sites with stone fire pits. Madison Vines RV Resort & Cottages (formerly Shenandoah Hills) maintains gravel sites with water, electric and sewer connections, though some visitors report sites are closely spaced.
Navigation to mountain campgrounds requires attention to road conditions with occasional steep grades and narrow access points. Many RV parks in the region maintain dump stations, though availability varies by location. Cell service fluctuates throughout the area—AT&T generally performs better than Verizon in several locations. According to one visitor who stayed at a local resort, "the wifi was terrible and unusable, even with our antenna." Most RV facilities near Shenandoah National Park remain open year-round, though limited winter services may apply. Pet policies are generally accommodating, with several parks featuring designated dog areas. RV campgrounds within 30 miles of Etlan typically fill quickly during peak fall foliage season, particularly on weekends, making advance reservations essential.
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1. KOA Luray RV Resort
"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. Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park
"Stayed here for a week while working nearby. Easy to get to and set up. Office was closed when we arrived but arrival paperwork was posted outside office door."
"We loved the location of this RV park. We enjoyed our long-term stay."
3. Fort Valley Ranch
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $45 / night
4. Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages
"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"
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $249 / night
5. Madison Vines RV Resort & Cottages
"Newly renovated campground with a lot of amenities. Very helpful staff. The campground is a lot of money upgrading services, capabilities, and extra activities (St Patrick's Day parade and dinner)."
"The facility is very well kept and has all the amenities you need. Great weekend programs gave everyone a chance to mingle if they wanted to."
Check Availabilityfrom $53 - $144 / night
6. Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River
"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!"
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $470 / night
7. The HarmStead Campground
"Lots of land to walk. Fire pit, chairs and picnic table at site."
"The spot had a fire ring and a picknick table. Highlight for the kids were the playground and the fireflies at night."
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $95 / night
8. Casa Vargas
"Casa Vargas offers secluded RV & Tent sites near the famous Skyline Drive that offers great views of the Shenandoah Mountains. "
from $50 - $75 / night
9. Bull Run Regional Park
"Great Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store."
"We stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private."
54 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $43 - $100 / night
10. Mountainview RV Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $50 / night
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- 43 min from Charlottesville, VA
- 1 hr 2 min from Winchester, VA
- 1 hr 5 min from Harrisonburg, VA
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RV Park Reviews near Etlan, VA
999 Reviews of 92 Etlan Campgrounds
Amber G.
GuideLewis Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Lovely spot to camp as the temps drop. $30/night, first-come. Restrooms, fire pits, picnic tables, and mostly flat spots.
- CCindy S.
ScoutCreekside Campground
Very accommodating, we are traveling through and called at the last minute for a spot overnight. We stayed right on the creek.
Evan C.GuideLewis Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great little campground
Great spot! Was first-come first-serve - we got there mid-afternoon on a Monday and it'd filled up by about 5pm. Clean & well-stocked facilities. All the sites are pretty close together/little seclusion, but those across from us (13) probably offered the most seclusion in the upper loop there. Firewood from the camp store (3rd party - not NPS) was $10/bundle, which was kind of expensive - will probably bring my own treated firewood next time. Very pretty sunset/sunrise. Good grassy/gravel spots for tenting.
- Evan C.Guide
Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Pleasant Respite
Great campground! Facilities were well-stocked and clean. Stayed at a walk-in site (005), which was nice because it's a very short walk from the reserved parking spot and it's on the outside of the ring so comparatively secluded. All traffic entering the campground passes by it, which might be annoying to some (esp. during peak season I'd bet) but we didn't find it disturbing. The site also has its own bear box (adjacent sites 006 & 007 have to share one). One note - the site map shows a separate trail going right from the parking spot to the site, but you actually have to walk through site 006 to get to it. Also, we learned that the camp store is not run by the NPS, and the kid who was running the store does not provide great service, to say the least; he was very rude when there was a credit card snafu, and made us go down to the wayside store to get our refund even though he was the one who double-charged us. Don't blame NPS though! Also, firewood is kind of expensive ($10/bundle); consider bringing your own treated/kiln-dried from a nearby store before entering the park!
- JJohn F.Scout
Creekside Campground
Quit, right along the creek, dollar general is right down the street. If only that house wasn’t looking down on me🤷♂️
- FFrederick M.Traveler
Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great spot! Water taps appear to be turned off for winter. Flushing toilets. Waterfall hike nearby!
- DDylan C.Scout
Stokesville Campground
Friendly staff, great riding right from the camper and a neat playground for the kids.
- MMichael W.Scout
Shenandoah River Outfitters Camp Outback
Off-peak small RV camping
Stayed here for 2 weekday nights in mid-October, late season. Nice & quiet. Warm showers, clean bathrooms, nice staff.
There was some vehicle activity with vehicles as they were still running river trips.
Very pleasant.
Guide to Etlan
Madison Vines RV Resort offers nearly 50 level gravel sites with full hookups including 50-amp electrical service, sewage, and water connections, while KOA Luray RV Resort provides back-in sites with mountain views. Endless Caverns RV Resort features 142 sites with stone fire rings and full hookups, some positioned on slightly steeper terrain. According to one camper, "The sites were large and easy to level out at. Used to be a nascar resort, and they still have their signs up." Fort Valley Ranch accommodates big rigs with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service options across its 45 sites, though some reviews note uneven terrain may require leveling blocks.
Throughout the Shenandoah Valley region, RV parks remain open year-round with peak season running April through October when fall foliage attracts heavy visitation. Most campgrounds provide sanitary dump stations, though travelers report The HarmStead Campground offers only three full-hookup sites with limited amenities. Cell service varies significantly by location—visitors note strong AT&T coverage but spotty Verizon reception in many areas. Pet-friendly policies are standard at most RV resorts, with Madison Vines featuring dedicated dog parks. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, several campgrounds combine convenient highway access with varying degrees of road noise, particularly at sites positioned closer to major routes.
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