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Loft Mountain Campground and Big Meadows Campground in Shenandoah National Park allow pets at their sites while offering different camping experiences. Both require pets to remain leashed at all times while on campground property. Loft Mountain features tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins where campers can bring their dogs, with many sites providing enough space for pets to rest comfortably near their owners. The campground connects directly to the Appalachian Trail, creating convenient access for dog walks. Big Meadows also accommodates pets at all accommodation types including their glamping options. Campground hosts at these locations enforce quiet hours to prevent excessive barking that disturbs other campers. Bathrooms remain clean throughout these pet-friendly locations, though some sites have limited privacy which may affect dogs that react to passersby.
Numerous hiking trails throughout Shenandoah National Park welcome leashed dogs, giving pet owners ample exercise options during their stay. The Appalachian Trail runs beside Loft Mountain Campground, providing immediate trail access without driving. Wildlife encounters require careful pet management, as deer frequently appear within camping areas and bears occasionally visit sites. Campers should secure all pet food in provided bear boxes when available or in vehicles when not in use. Weather conditions can change rapidly at these mountain elevations, requiring extra consideration for pets during storms or temperature shifts. Campground stores stock basic pet supplies for emergencies. While visiting with pets, sites on the F loop at Loft Mountain offer more privacy and space compared to others, beneficial for reactive dogs or those needing more room to settle comfortably.
"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"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"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."
"July 10-19, 2020 As my wife and I were discussing my review, I asked her what could we point to to take away from a 5-star rating. Neither of us could think of a single thing."
"We stayed close to the catch & release pond and felt as though we had a lot of privacy despite the spots being right next to each other."
from $45 - $249 / night
Check Availability"Driving in we saw lots of rabbits running around the grassy area outside the office. One of the other campers told us they are resident rabbits."
"We spent 2 weeks at SVC while our trunk was in the shop(our travel trailer got towed there- highly recommend Good Sam Roadside policy). Everyone on staff was accomodating, helpful and friendly."
from $36 - $132 / night
Check Availability"Misty Mountain Camp Resort is located in Crozet, Virginia, off of 250 below Afton Mountain. I'm familiar with this resort."
"The winding layout allowed for more distance between other sites. The woods were beautiful with easy walking trails right from the site."
from $35 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Convenient location, nice setup with tables and chairs around 2 firepits, space to spread out, and plenty of firewood provided. Friendly host. Thanks!"
"Accessibly located and cute as all get out!"
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"It’s super close (only an hour drive) to Shenandoah NP! Host is super responsive to questions/concerns that arise but it’s not necessary to communicate with them if you prefer the privacy."
"Good area close to hiking trails and historical sites. Dog friendly. Only negative was the closeness of the sites."
"It was easy to get into Shenandoah National Park via Skyline Drive, which we also enjoyed. It is not too far from Polyface Farms (a conference there was the purpose of our visit)."
"Donuts made in same lot for breakfast and Buckeyes is close by."
"The Gravelot is great spot for those looking to enjoy the local river but want to stay near conveniences. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"
from $15 - $25 / 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.
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.
ScoutPros outweighed the cons.
Good: Staff was amazing! Trash pickup daily. Level sites. Nice little general store. 9-hole disc golf course. Dog park and playground centrally located. Quiet. Close to shopping, restaurants, etc.
Bad (if they can be called “bad”): We were excited about cable and wi-fi as a new perk. Could not get cable to work and wi-fi was spotty at our site. Had great signal in other parts of the campground though, and cell reception was strong. Roads were narrow to navigate and some sites quite short in length.
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.
TravelerEnjoyed our stay at this campground! Office is open until 8pm which is rare. Sites are clean and flat. Pull thru and back in slots available. There is a lovely creek running through portions of the campground. Showers and bathrooms were relatively clean. Didn't use the pool. Dog park and playground were nice features. Overall, good value for the sites and amenities.
Shenandoah Valley campgrounds near Mcgaheysville offer a mix of mountain terrain and river access, with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 3,500 feet across the region. The area experiences distinct seasons with summer temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler at higher elevations than in the valley. Fall camping draws larger crowds due to the colorful foliage displays throughout October, when nighttime temperatures can drop below 40°F even when days remain mild.
Cavern exploration: 5 miles from town, Endless Caverns RV Resort provides direct access to its namesake underground formations. "The cavern tour (discounted for guests at the RV park) was lovely. Marked well, lighted, relaxed. Our tour guide, Haley, was a sweetheart, taking time for the two little kids, and still giving the information older people like," notes Clark P.
Hiking to waterfall views: 40-minute drive to White Oak Canyon Trail from Mcgaheysville. Misty Mountain Camp Resort serves as a central base for area exploration. "When we go camping here it is always like a second home. Everyone is always so kind. There are tons of trails all around," reports Anna Y., highlighting the convenient access to natural attractions.
Wildlife observation: Year-round opportunities for deer viewing at Big Meadows Campground, where campers regularly spot 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.
Natural water features: Cool off during summer heat at Shenandoah Valley Campground which features multiple water options. "Great campground with lots to do with the family. My kids loved all the bunnies, the river, pool and putt-putt," says Ryan Z. The creek provides tubing opportunities with a waterfall for cooling down.
Dark skies for stargazing: Higher elevation sites offer exceptional night viewing. "At night the you could see stars. We took a walk to the overlook in the middle of the night to stargaze," Kate reports about Dundo Group Campground, noting its location away from light pollution.
Dog-friendly campgrounds near Mcgaheysville: Multiple options for travelers with pets. "This campground was really awesome because it's so close to the skyline drive and Shenandoah. We went on some awesome hikes while we were here. Check out rose river trail and bearfence mountain," suggests Sam M. from Dundo Group Campground, where well-behaved dogs can join families on most trails.
Cell service limitations: Many mountain sites have minimal connectivity. "No cell service. We went to the visitor center and connected to the WiFi if we needed to do something online. The camp store has a lot of stuff!" warns Veronica S. about Loft Mountain Campground.
Weather preparation: Temperature variations can be significant between day and night, especially at higher elevations. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," Carol B. shares about Big Meadows Campground during late-season camping.
Bear safety protocols: Required at all Shenandoah National Park campgrounds. "Bear box for food storage. Loved seeing the deer so close and other wildlife. Fire ring with grate was available. Large site size," notes Terri S., emphasizing the importance of proper food storage.
Pet-friendly activities: Several dog-welcoming campgrounds near Mcgaheysville provide specialized amenities. "Lots of hiking along skyline drive, and a few trails around the campground. When we woke up on the morning we were checking out, we didn't want to leave!" says Annie B. about her experience at Loft Mountain Campground with family pets.
Rainy day options: Indoor facilities can salvage wet weather days. "KOAs have a standard formula that you can count on: clean, full RV hookups, easy in and out etc. This one has all that - and more! One of the features I look for in campground is hiking trails right out of the campground," shares Kathy L. about Harrisonburg Shenandoah Valley KOA.
Site selection for privacy: Research specific site numbers before booking for family needs. "Stayed here for the first time this weekend at F-173. The sites were 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!" reports Annie B. about Loft Mountain Campground.
Terrain considerations: Mountain campgrounds often have steep access roads. "The campground is on the side of a mountain so it is very steep in some sections. (One entire loop says 4 wheel drive recommend, so read carefully before booking!)" advises Jess about Endless Caverns RV Resort.
Seasonal facility changes: Off-season campers should verify available amenities. "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!" notes Carol B. about late-season camping at Big Meadows.
Hookup variations: Electrical options differ between campgrounds in the region. "RV section is typical style in a large field. Back in sites for smaller trailers such as our teardrop were plenty big enough but still on the outskirts of the field... Electric sites have 20a, 30a, and 50a hookups so small trailers can use a normal extension cord," explains Mike G. about his stay at Misty Mountain Camp Resort.
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