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Madison Vines RV Resort & Cottages maintains two fenced dog parks on its pet-friendly grounds, accommodating tent campers, RV sites with full hookups, and cabin stays. The campground features level gravel sites with picnic tables and fire rings where pets are welcome throughout most areas. Sites closer to Highway 29 experience road noise, which may affect pets sensitive to sound. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Madison, Virginia. The recently renovated property enforces a one-dog limit policy at certain times, so travelers with multiple pets should call ahead to confirm current rules. Several nearby campgrounds in Shenandoah National Park including Big Meadows and Mathews Arm also welcome pets on leashes while providing access to numerous hiking trails.
Dog owners appreciate the proximity to Old Rag and White Oak Canyon trails, approximately 30 minutes from Madison Vines campground. Watercress Inn at Landon Farm offers secluded tent camping with pets in a peaceful environment about 15 minutes from Shenandoah National Park entrances. The site includes drinking water and toilet facilities in a beautiful mountain setting ideal for hiking with dogs. Wildlife encounters are common in the area, so keeping pets leashed protects both wildlife and campers. The Amish market at Yoder's located just up the road from Madison Vines provides supplies including pet necessities. During peak times, especially during fall festivals at nearby Graves Mountain Farm Campground, pet-friendly sites can fill quickly, requiring advance reservations for those camping with dogs.
"Stayed here with three other girls and my dog- it was a great spot! Nice and close to some great trails for our evening walk, and nothing beats staying Inside the NP!"
"This was a great campground location to many, many National Park Trails. Our stay was during the last week of September. We met up with family who live in the area and got 3 sites hugging the AT."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"We arrived around noon and with the hopes of getting a good first-come, first serve site. All of the reserved sites were booked through July."
"I enjoyed visiting the park and camping here, especially as it is one or the few National Parks that are dog-friendly and allow dogs most everywhere, --throughout campground, on most trails, and even on"
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Two fenced dog parks. Campsites are level gravel (no pads). Located near multiple vineyards."
from $53 - $144 / night
Check Availability"Lots of fun stuff to do for adults, children, and pets. Will definitely visit again!"
"Close to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive."
"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!)"
"The pull in area was paved and behind it was a nice flat tent area."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Dog friendly. Bathrooms available. Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired."
"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"
from $12 / night
Check Availability"The location was easy to find, which made the journey hassle-free. The cleanliness of the campsite was impressive, and I truly enjoyed my time there."
"Did two nights at Butterfly Camp while hiking Old Rag and other trails in Shenandoah."
from $35 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Convenient to the highway and easy to get to. Sites are well spaced. Hookups were well positioned. Walking trail starts at the campground. WiFi worked pretty well. Overall a great KOA."
from $120 / night
Check Availability"Our patio was on the side next to the road which was a little close to traffic but we still loved siting there, especially in the evening with a campfire."
"Tons of trails great for families with dogs or those wanting to get out and hike. The campsite featured some of the best bathroom/ shower houses, they were super clean and well maintained."
from $27 - $427 / night
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TravelerWe began our membership here this June. it has a great atmosphere on the banks of the Shenandoah River. There are activities every weekend like concerts and group activities. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean and very convenient. Pet friendly; two dog parks.
ScoutMisty Mountain Camp Resort is located in Crozet, Virginia, off of 250 below Afton Mountain. I'm familiar with this resort. Many, many years ago, when it was Yogi Bear's park, a lot of updates since then. Great accommodations. I've not enjoyed camping as much as I have these last 2 weeks with my son Matthew, who is 30 years old down syndrome, autism and a leukemia survivor. I am 66 years old. I'm on the best adventure of my life. Just bought a new motorhome after my partner of 15 years passed away. I'm on a new journey. And taking care of my life with good health. I recommend this park to anyone. Friendly staff, accommodating, pet friendly dog parks, bathhouse, laundry, sun, and shade, with 30 and 50 amp hookups with sewage. I couldn't ask for a better place. Have a fun-loving life, I am!
GuideBeautiful views. Adjacent to a working farm where cows, sheep, llamas, chickens and roosters can graze next to the campsites.
The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean.
It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I’ve ever seen.
Very nice pool, friendly staff and firewood available for purchase. They will even deliver right to your site.
Very close to downtown Luray, which has great shops and restaurants. There is a very nice 2 mile long walking trail, the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway, near the campground that will take you right into town.
Also close by to some excellent hiking, wineries, breweries and distilleries.
ScoutWe recently stayed for a long weekend at the Outlanders campground after we received a referral from a friend and could not have been more happy with our stay. The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV. 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. You can go tubing on the river but need to provide your own tubes. The ride down the river from one end of the park to the other is around 30 minutes. Also 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.
TravelerNice size spots. Lake on site. Playground for kids. Fun bike rentals. Lots of dog walks and a dog park. Camp store has a little bit of everything.
ScoutThis campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer. There is also a Duke's of Hazzard themed museum and store where they do live music on weekends nearby, it's called Cooter's. This campground is very small but quiet. It does border cow pasture land so when the wind shifts you get the smell but it wasn't constant and it wasn't unbearable. They have 2 swimming pools and a very large dog park. The bath houses were clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this campground.
TravelerStayed here for two weeks in early March. 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). While we were there they added street signage (very helpful) and installed a Bocce Ball field. Two fenced dog parks. Campsites are level gravel (no pads). Located near multiple vineyards. Our only complaint was that the sewage connection was slightly higher than the black tank outlet on our Airstream. The majority of camp sites are very close together, and the sites closer to the highway experience highway noise.
TravelerWe 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.
GuideUsually go camping with a Little Guy teardrop trailer, but with the current state of the country, didn’t feel comfortable with sharing bathroom facilities. We booked Yurt #1. It was fantastic. The place was spotless, well equipped kitchenette, grill, fire pit, comfortable beds. We loved our neighbors the sheep, goats and llamas. Checking in was easy, with the keys and map at the office. Park was clean and well maintained. Dog park is great. Wonderful way to start coming out of quarantine. Great hiking nearby.
Shenandoah camping areas near Madison range from 800 to 3,500 feet in elevation, with temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler at higher elevations than in the valley. The region's soil drains quickly after rainfall, though campers should note that summer thunderstorms can develop rapidly, especially in the afternoon hours.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail: The AT runs directly through Loft Mountain Campground, making it an excellent base for day hikes. "If you wanna hike somewhere, the AT runs right through the campground. The rangers and the host were super friendly and very helpful," notes Katrin M.
Wildlife viewing: Madison area campgrounds offer frequent wildlife encounters, especially at dawn and dusk. "You will definitely see deer in the campground as they walk through and browse the understory. They are unafraid of humans unless directly approached," reports Veronica S. from Big Meadows Campground.
Star gazing: The higher elevation campgrounds provide exceptional night sky viewing opportunities. "We love to camp in Big Meadows - and for the star watching at night," explains Rachel M., who appreciates the dark skies away from urban light pollution.
Clean facilities: Bathrooms are consistently well-maintained at most Shenandoah area campgrounds. "Big Meadows Campground was wonderful. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Bear box for food storage. Loved seeing the deer so close and other wildlife," writes Terri S.
Spacious campsites: Many campsites offer good separation from neighbors. "The sites are fairly close, but separated by trees, so you felt private. You could hear people on the other side of the trees, but no one was loud and it was very quiet and peaceful at night," according to Annie B. at Loft Mountain Campground.
Private tent sites: For those seeking seclusion, several campgrounds offer walk-in tent sites. "I like this campsite particularly because it's close to one of my favorite waterfall hikes in VA. The site is run by the National Park so all the basic amenities are available," notes Tom C.
Bear safety protocols: Food storage regulations are strictly enforced throughout the region. "You can be fined for leaving food out. The site was a tent site with lots of shade and not too close to others. Lots of deer walking through and room to hang hammocks," warns Anna R.
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds in the Shenandoah mountains have spotty or no cell reception. At Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA, "Cell signal and camp wifi are bad. I was just able to get a decent signal with Starlink by carefully pointing at a small gap between trees," reports Dale Y.
Shower availability varies: Not all campgrounds offer shower facilities. "Showers and laundry were closed for the season but are centrally located near entrance area of campground. Elevation above 3000 feet and plenty of deer! Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," explains Carol B. about winter camping at Big Meadows.
Educational programs: Many campgrounds offer ranger-led activities. "Campground is meticulously clean with daily restroom cleaning and trash pick up. Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs. Busy traffic in park but nice trails are accessible from campground," Kim L. shares about Big Meadows Campground.
Kid-friendly activities: Several locations have dedicated recreation areas. "The kids loved running off in the open field and playing on the zip line. We loved that we could see them from our site. The birthday boy also loved the outdoor laser tag!" writes Jen O. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Luray.
Generator-free zones: For families who value quiet, some campgrounds offer generator-free sections. "Generator-free area: No generators are allowed in parts of the A and B sections. Non-reservable sites! This makes it easier to travel without a plan other than arriving early at a campground," explains Mary S. about Mathews Arm Campground.
Site levelness: Some campgrounds have more level sites than others. "The sites are level gravel (no pads). Our only complaint was that the sewage connection was slightly higher than the black tank outlet on our Airstream," notes John H. about Madison Vines RV Resort.
Hookup positioning: RV sites vary in how conveniently hookups are placed. "Sites are well spaced. Hookups were well positioned. Walking trail starts at the campground. WiFi worked pretty well. Overall a great KOA," according to Sara R.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Madison: Most campgrounds welcome pets with specific rules. "We really enjoyed camping here. Took a great hike to Fridley's Gap and went swimming in the water hole. The tent site was big and clean and the staff was super friendly. They have chickens and ducks roaming around and Our dog got to chase a chicken off the site," shares Liz U. about her experience at Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA.
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