Cabin camping near Goshen, Virginia offers access to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest areas, with elevations ranging from 1,600 to 4,000 feet. The region experiences distinct four seasons, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during the day and cooler mountain nights. Most cabin facilities remain open from April through October, though some campgrounds like Walnut Hills Campground and Natural Bridge KOA operate year-round.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Robertson offers excellent fishing with a stocked lake and creek access. According to one camper, "sites are well spaced apart" making it comfortable to set up for a day of angling.
Hiking trails: The cabins at Crabtree Falls Campground provide access to nearby mountain trails. A visitor noted, "Crabtree Falls is a mile up the road and very easy to get to the trail head. The AT is also close by and easily accessed."
Water recreation: Montebello Resort provides kayaking options at their small lake. A reviewer mentioned, "The campsite provides kayaks and paddle boats as well, at no charge. We had a site on the permitter, which was nice, as the interior sites are really on top of one another."
Wildlife viewing: The Safari Park located next to Natural Bridge KOA offers unique animal encounters. A camper shared, "There is a gas station right next to it as well as a safari park. The campground itself has a pool, open seasonally, a game room, and a playground."
What campers like
Scenic water features: Douthat State Park Campground offers lakeside cabins with water views. A visitor noted, "Some spots include clean bathrooms, hot showers, soda machines, fish fillet tables, Picnic tables, fire pits and so on."
Spacious sites: Several cabin locations provide ample space between units. At Lake Robertson, a reviewer commented that "sites are well spaced apart" providing privacy that's often lacking at more developed campgrounds.
Clean facilities: Walnut Hills Campground maintains high cleanliness standards. One camper mentioned, "The bathhouse is nice as is the pool. The store was sparse but adequate. The lawns were kept up and looking good."
Riverside locations: Many cabin options feature water access. At Crabtree Falls Campground, a reviewer shared, "The sites we stayed in were 10 ft away from the Tye river, we literally fell asleep to the sound of the water every night."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most cabin facilities operate with limited services during winter months. A Montebello Resort visitor cautioned, "Firewood is available at the camp store but the store closes at 6pm so make sure you stock up on check in."
Reservation timing: Popular cabin locations fill quickly during peak seasons. At Natural Bridge KOA, one camper advised, "If you want a primitive site book well in advance. These are apparently quite a difficult ticket to score at this camp."
Amenity variations: Cabin features differ significantly between locations. A visitor to Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley noted, "The cottage had a basic kitchen with sink, plenty of counter space, mini fridge, and some utensils and dishes. Perfect for the simple life!"
Noise considerations: Some cabin areas have more activity than others. A Montebello Resort visitor observed, "The sites are rather small and close to one another, and definitely showing signs of age from the washed-away, uneven gravel pads, to some other aging amenities."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers abundant children's programming. A visitor explained, "There were a ton of things for the kids to do here which was great. I really enjoyed the water park myself as it was in the high 90's/low 100's when we were there."
Playground access: Several cabin locations feature dedicated play areas. At Walnut Hills, a camper noted, "There is a very nice playground and a pet exercise area. You can fish in the lake though we didn't catch anything."
Animal encounters: Many children enjoy the small animal areas at cabin campgrounds. At Natural Bridge KOA, a visitor shared, "The kids liked the petting zoo" and another mentioned they "even had chickens and a petting farm upon entry."
Water features: Cabins near swimming areas provide entertainment for families. One visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park mentioned, "We partook in all we could and enjoyed the swimming hole, pool, splash pad, jumping pillow and arcade."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: When staying in cabins while traveling with an RV, pay attention to site specifics. At Natural Bridge KOA, a camper advised, "Call ahead about RV lengths to make sure you are booking the correct site for your size. I noticed more than a few people struggling with their units."
Cabin alternatives: Many RVers use cabins as an alternative to setting up their rig. At Douthat State Park Campground, a visitor noted, "White Oak Campground is larger, wooded, and has a significant elevation change between different sites. Caution should be used with large rigs."
Access considerations: Some cabin areas have challenging terrain for RVs. A Douthat visitor warned, "Caution should be used with large rigs as the low-water bridge to White Oak has steep approach and departure angles."
