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Fort Valley Ranch accommodates horses with 45 campsites and full equestrian facilities near Flint Hill, Virginia. The campground features horse-friendly tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins with access to riding trails. Trailer parking is available at each site, and the ranch maintains clean stalls for overnight horse boarding. The campground provides water hookups, electric service, and sewer connections for RVs, along with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. Restrooms with showers and a sanitary dump station serve campers with horses. The horse facilities remain well-maintained despite heavy use during peak season, with manure disposal areas regularly serviced.
Graves Mountain Farm Campground offers direct access to mountain riding trails from its 50-site property. The campground accommodates horse trailers in a designated field area where equestrians can set up camp near their animals. Trail riders often use this location as a base for exploring nearby Shenandoah National Park trails. The campground provides basic amenities including drinking water, toilets, and shower facilities for riders returning from trail excursions. Free-range horses return to the property at dusk and head out at dawn, creating an authentic equestrian atmosphere. Horse owners should note that yellow jacket nests have been reported in some camping areas, and the property includes working farm elements with occasional manure in camping areas.
"While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."
"The bathroom was just a short walk away. There are no hookups in this campground. We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower. "
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."
"We have lived in northern Virginia for over 30 years and never been to this campground until this month! Very nice campground with friendly staff and friendly campground hosts."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Lots of people on horses running around which we loved, and good live music after dinner. Could get muddy if you're there after rain"
"Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired."
from $12 / night
Check Availability"Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."
"The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."
"There is Rockcliff lake and small beach area, an overlook (Lina Constable Overlook) to hike to right off the camp loop but it’s 1 mile steep incline at times but worth every step. Gorgeous!"
"The area closes completely (entrance gate is locked) from Dec 21 - May 1. The site was super clean and well maintained. Lots of hiking trails and a very easy one that loops around the Rockcliff Lake."
from $25 - $105 / night
Check Availability"It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice."
"Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites."
from $50 / night
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LegendI grew up going to this campground. It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice.
There is a nice pool, arcade, camp store, horse riding, and the camp sites are pretty nice.
All around good place to camp.
GuideLooked forward to camping at Graves Mountain and enjoy the festivities. The campsite is very very small. They say dispersed, but it is a small field as you can not access the others fields. Horse trailers, rvs, tents, and overland trailers all park right next that to each other. We set up away from everyone to properly distance ourselves due to their covid protocols. They told us to move next to others but there was no space. We got our money back and moved to another site. I would avoid this campsite. If you want to visit it for the apple or Fall festival just camp somewhere else and drive to it. No amenities. No cell service.
TravelerBOTTOM LINE: 3.5 Stars. We had a fine time camping here, but probably would not stay again unless some friends were going and wanted to stay. Not bad, but not great and not my personal preference for camping. Any recommendation to stay would be dependent on what you're looking for--it might be for you, but just wasn't for us.
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Again, we recognize a lot is subjective; but it just wasn't for us. We'd camp here again if others wanted to, but wouldn't choose to come back.
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LegendLovely time in the yurt! Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites.
ScoutBeautiful sunsets over the stables and horse pastures. We reserved a “pull-through” RV site which ended up being a back-in site that was very uneven and nowhere near level. Also, after staying for two weeks, the bathhouse next to our site was closed because of lack of electricity. Which forced us to drive up to the indoor pool (nice) and use the showers there. Inconvenient, but we made it work.
RangerWe stayed at a "group" site D167, which allows up to 15 people and 4 cars. While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people. First of all, it's located in the middle of a large patch of grass right next to other family campsites, so no privacy at all. If you travel with friends you might want to stay up a little longer and have a good laugh around the fire, but this site isn't really designed this way. The quiet hours are after 10PM and it's enforced. Second, the space is really limited, especially if your group members have larger tents. Also, there's no overflow parking, except at the entrance to the campground.
The showers are nice and clean, but they are coin operated.
The rangers are very strict. We had some food related items left on the table (salt/pepper shakers) and they were confiscated while we were hiking. I'm not saying it's wrong, but be aware, because these rules are not enforced at the same level in different places. We ended up with a $80 fine.
Also, since this is a national park, you cannot bring the firewood from outside, have to buy it in the park.
Other than that, we enjoyed our stay. The campground location allow an easy access to many trails within Shenandoah National Park, as well as close by, such as our favorite Old Rag Mountain. It's also technically a part of the NP, so keep your entrance receipt to show at the Old Rag's parking lot.
Make sure you taste blackberry ice cream at the general store at the entrance. It's a local specialty and it's delicious!!!
ScoutWe camped several nights in our 23ft. travel trailer. Our site A85 was just long enough to fit our trailer and truck. We were able to use our generator at this site. The bathroom was just a short walk away. There are no hookups in this campground. We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower. They were clean and even though the campground was nearly full we never had to wait in line. We also did our laundry one evening. The machines were all working and it was quite reasonably priced. Big Meadows campground is so conveniently located to the Visitor's center and many local trails. The horse stables were just down the road. The lodge/restaurant was near the campground and we enjoyed a special dinner out one evening on the deck overlooking the beautiful Luray Valley.
TravelerWe have stayed here several times. Big beautiful paved sites with furniture to boot. Complete with gas grills and outdoor sinks. Plenty to do at the resort..... Kayak, putt putt, tennis, swim in one of the pools, hot tub, work out in the gym, walk on trails, ride horses, take a carriage ride or eat at the "real" restaurant. My favorite campground hands down!
TravelerStayed in July of 2016. 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. Only down fall is proximity to neighbors.
Equestrian campgrounds near Flint Hill, Virginia range from family-friendly options with trail access to specialized facilities with full equine amenities. The region sits within the Blue Ridge foothills at elevations between 700-1,200 feet, creating moderate temperatures for year-round riding. Most horse-friendly sites in the area require advance booking during peak fall season when temperatures average 65-75°F.
Trail riding at Big Meadows Campground: Located in Shenandoah National Park, this campground provides access to numerous trails. "There are several campsites available at this National Park. I like this campsite particularly because its close to one of my favorite waterfall hikes in VA. Lots of beautiful hikes and bike course with awesome views of the valley," shares Tom C. at Big Meadows Campground.
Visit nearby historic sites: The area surrounding Flint Hill contains Civil War landmarks within short driving distance. "Within a 10-minute drive, there are opportunities for hiking and river activities. We found a river access point perfect for swimming and wading," notes Jason G., who stayed at Fort Valley Ranch.
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds in the region maintain stocked ponds for guests. "The kids were able to fish for hours at the two fishing ponds, which both were stocked with bass and bluegill," reports Jason G. about Fort Valley Ranch's amenities.
Explore mountain trails: The terrain offers varied hiking difficulty levels. "We hiked around Rock Cliff Lake and observed petrified wood. Swimming is excellent with sand beach. Big catfish in clear water. Water was so clean that it was throbbing with freshwater jellyfish," notes Fred F. at Trout Pond Recreation Area.
Clean facilities: Many visitors appreciate well-maintained campground amenities. "Campground is meticulously clean with daily restroom cleaning and trash pick up. Very small campground store on site but a much larger store at visitor center. Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs," reports Kim L. about Big Meadows Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The region's diverse ecosystem supports abundant wildlife. "We saw many deer and bear while camping. Just being in Shenandoah is a soothing experience. With so many hiking trails and waterfalls nearby we love to camp in Big Meadows - and for the star watching at night," shares Rachel M.
Spacious sites: Campers frequently mention appreciating room between campsites. "This campground has a lot of open, big sites. My favorite sites are the ones on the edge overlooking the mountain. Has a camp store on grounds. Some sites have platform picnic/dining spots," notes Anna Y.
Diverse activities: Many camping areas offer various recreation options beyond riding. "On top of them having an outdoor gun range... they have a small beach, picnic tables everywhere, a volleyball sand court, a dock, you can fish in the lake, rent non-motorboats, ATVs welcome," explains Shanna B. about The Cove Campground.
Weather preparedness: Mountain elevations create variable conditions. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," notes Carol B. about winter camping at Big Meadows.
Yellow jacket awareness: Multiple campgrounds report insect activity, particularly in late summer. "Bring your own water, if possible," advises Matt about Graves Mountain Farm Campground, adding that "yellow jacket nests in primitive camping area" can be an issue during certain seasons.
Limited cell service: Most equestrian campgrounds have minimal connectivity. "No cell service. We went to the visitor center and connected to the WiFi if we needed to do something online," explains Veronica S.
Road conditions: Access roads to horse camps may present challenges. "The road is gravel and could use some work, I'd recommend 4x4 drive," reports Christopher K. about roads at The Cove Campground.
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated family programming. "Our family stayed here in a cabin on a long weekend trip to DC. This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it. The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt," shares Bridget H. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Animal interactions: Many children enjoy seeing farm animals at horse-friendly campgrounds. "Free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun," mentions Nancy L. about The Cove Campground.
Firefly viewing: Summer camping offers natural evening entertainment. "The fireflies are spectacular. At dusk, the ground shimmers, and then after they disperse, you will still see them flit by the tent throughout the night," describes Veronica S.
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer water recreation. "Very open, big sites. Lots of deer walking through and room to hang hammocks and chill out," reports Anna R. about Big Meadows, adding that despite summer heat, the shaded sites remained comfortable.
Site leveling: Some campgrounds require additional equipment for proper setup. "Most of the sites were impressively level, with only minimal leveling needed. Most of the sites, both RV and primitive are near the stable, bathrooms and showers," notes Jason G. about Fort Valley Ranch.
Check bathroom locations: Facility placement varies greatly between campgrounds. "We camped in sites with hookups near office and entrance and the toilets are really far. The showers are even farther-like a 15-20 minute walk with bad signage directing to," cautions Nancy L.
Reservation requirements: Many equestrian campgrounds require advance booking. "Sites are first come, first served -- there are a few 'primo' spots, but get there before noon to nab them," advises Matt about Graves Mountain Farm Campground.
Elevation considerations: Mountain driving requires vehicle awareness. "There are some pretty steep inclines to even get to the campgrounds. Unless you have a powerful vehicle pulling your camper, it would help to release your water supply and fill up when you get to the campground," suggests Chris J. about Trout Pond Recreation Area.
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