Campgrounds near Flint Hill, Virginia feature diverse terrain across the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations ranging from 600 to 1,200 feet. Access roads often require careful navigation in larger RVs, particularly after rain when unpaved surfaces can become challenging. Seasonal variations significantly affect camping conditions, with summer temperatures averaging 85°F and winter overnight lows regularly dropping below freezing.
What to do
Hiking in Prince William Forest: Located about an hour from Flint Hill, this area offers hiking opportunities with varying difficulty levels. "Prince William Forest which is a fantastic National Parks forest," notes one camper at Prince William Forest RV Campground, while another adds that there are "Civil War National Parks nearby. DC just up the road. National Marine Corp Museum just around corner."
River activities: Many campgrounds provide direct river access for water recreation. At Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground, "campground is maybe 100 yds from the Shenandoah River and it's beautiful down there." The park offers "very doable hiking and mountain biking options for beginners. Campground access to the Shenandoah River."
Horseback riding: Equestrian activities are available seasonally at select locations. At Fort Valley Ranch, "the availability of horseback trail riding was an added bonus" and "the kids were able to fish for hours at the two fishing ponds, which both were stocked with bass and bluegill."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathroom conditions vary significantly across campgrounds. One visitor to Endless Caverns RV Resort reported, "Bathhouse was fully tiled and very clean. The office offers ice, firewood, and a gift store with a few RV components." Another camper noted, "Restrooms/showers are clean, spacious, centrally located. My spot was in the back row and I didn't mind the walk."
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds offer more room between sites than typical in the region. 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." A visitor observed that "great proximity to Shenandoah National Park while still being close enough to a Walmart and fuel. Easy to access sites, great for larger rigs!"
Natural surroundings: Mountain views and wooded settings enhance camping experiences. At Bull Run Regional Park, "the sites are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone." Another camper mentioned "it was fall and the colors were gorgeous."
What you should know
Seasonal closures: Operating schedules vary significantly between campgrounds. Harpers Ferry Campground operates only from "April 1 to October 31," while others like Bull Run Regional Park remain open "All year round."
Mountain driving challenges: Access roads to some campgrounds require careful navigation. At Fort Valley Ranch, one camper was "initially concerned about the road leading into the campground, as my rig is over 50 feet in total length. However, we were surprised that the winding roads presented no issues for us."
Utility reliability: Service quality varies between campgrounds. At The HarmStead Campground, "the site is easy to access, and all hookups are available and functioning." However, at Prince William Forest RV Campground, one camper reported "I could not access water as the spigot was broken."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. At The HarmStead Campground, "highlight for the kids were the playground and the fireflies at night." The campground also provided "our kids with a cup of animal food to feed the goats and the emu."
Educational opportunities: Historical sites and nature programs add learning experiences. Bull Run Regional Park offers "campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides" and "miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish."
Kid-friendly activities: Water features rank highly with families during summer months. At Harpers Ferry Campground, "the river views were amazing" and there are "lots of activities - tubing, zip lining, fishing." One visitor noted the campground is "gorgeous spot on the river. Small campground with not a lot of amenities BUT THAT RIVER IS GORGEOUS."
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Site grading varies substantially between campgrounds. At Endless Caverns RV Resort, "sites are mostly level, requiring only minor adjustments," while at Bull Run Regional Park, "my site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level."
Cell service and connectivity: Internet availability differs across the region. At Luray RV Resort, "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." Conversely, at Endless Caverns, "while Wi-Fi routers are set up at the bathhouses, we had some connection at the trailer. We picked up a dozen channels on our antenna and the 2-3 bar Verizon LTE enabled us to stream some channels on Fire TV."
Advance reservation recommendations: Booking patterns follow seasonal demand. During peak seasons (May-October), campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. At Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground, "no problem finding a spot, campground was about half full when we got there around 4pm. The Primitive Camping spots were all taken however, so arrive early if you want one of those."
