Best Equestrian Camping near Mineral, VA
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Mineral, VA (6)
1. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Stanley, Virginia115 Reviews•387 Photos•945 SavesOverview
Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an outdoor family getaway.
Recreation
Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint while others wind deep into the forest and wilderness. Big Meadows is near many of the major facilities and popular hiking trails in the park. Three waterfalls are within walking distance, and the Meadow, with its abundant plant growth and wildlife, is an ideal nearby attraction.Wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals thriving in the park.The campground is also located right off the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are visible from any of the 75 scenic overlooks.
Natural Features
Shenandoah National Park spans 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises above the Virginia Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah Valley to its west. The scenery at Big Meadows Campground never disappoints, with a stunning array of colors in the fall and a blanket of bright wildflowers in the spring. This green and shady campground is a wilderness paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.
Nearby Attractions
Two visitor centers with bookstores and exhibits are located in the park (milepost 5 and milepost 51). Byrd Visitor Center is a short one mile walk by either trail or sidewalk if you choose not to drive. There are concession managed restaurants, gift shops and lodging facilities scattered throughout the park. Big Meadows Lodge and Restaurant is a 5 minute walk from the campground and Big Meadows Wayside is located beside Byrd Visitor Center.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (540) 999-3231.
Charges & Cancellations
Changing Reservations: There is no change fee if a visitor extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. Additionally, there is no change fee if the visitor wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility. If a visitor wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee. If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date. Once a reservation date has begun, visitors cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. Onsite staff will assist with changes or cancellations. Cancellations: Visitors may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's approved rate including tax and applicable add-on. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Visitors who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days prior to arrival date will pay a $10 service fee AND forfeit the first nights rate. No-Shows: A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Early Departures: Visitors are requested to notify staff at the facility if they depart early to allow others to use the site. If the visitor chooses to depart early, they may forfeit the approved rate and applicable tax and applicable add-on for the day of departure. If a visitor departs prior to the scheduled check-out date, they may be eligible for a partial refund. Visitors may notify the Recreation.gov call center to request a refund of remaining unused nights. If a visitor requests a refund for an early departure after the facility check-out time (10 am) has passed, the visitor will not be refunded for that night and is eligible for a refund on any additional nights that will not be used. Refunds: Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Visitors may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$75 / night
2. Pocahontas State Park Campground
Chester, Virginia78 Reviews•306 Photos•327 SavesJust 20 miles from Richmond, Pocahontas offers boating, picnicking, camping, camping cabins, 90-plus miles of trails, and nature and history programs. The Aquatic Center, which has a toddler pool, fountain wet deck, three-foot and five-foot-deep leisure pools, an activity pool and two tubular water slides, affords seasonal water-based activities for all. Three lakes offer plenty of fishing. Boat rentals are available seasonally by the 225-acre Swift Creek Lake. The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, dedicated to Depression-era workers who helped build the state park system, is one of a handful in the nation. Two dining halls may be rented for meetings, weddings and special events. Rustic group facilities with primitive overnight cabins (bunkhouses) are available seasonally for larger groups. The park's 2,000-seat amphitheater hosts the Pocahontas Premieres series of concerts and family-friendly entertainment. Pocahontas State Park's location and 90 miles of trails make it particularly popular among bicyclists.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$35 - $40 / night
3. Powhatan State Park Campground
Goochland, Virginia17 Reviews•105 Photos•210 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$19 / night
4. Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
Somerset, Virginia11 Reviews•76 Photos•98 SavesLocated on over 1,000 acres of rolling hillside and lush pasture lands that encompass a scenic 60-acre lake, Shenandoah Crossing Campground and Resort is the perfect place to stay for those who love the outdoors. The resort combines an old country estate and horse farm with acres of wilderness in a pristine area that lies just beyond the Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy the rustic elegance of a 2- or 3-bedroom cabin featuring full kitchens and baths, fireplaces, master bedrooms, balconies and porches, and separate dining and living areas.
For a slightly more exotic, stay try a 1- or 2-bedroom luxury yurt stay. Furnishings include four-poster beds with plush linens, flat-screen TVs, elegant bathrooms and fully-equipped kitchens, all with central heat and air. Stay in an open-plan yurt with one bed and pullout couch or a 2-bedroom unit, plus pullout couch. Outside, you'll also enjoy a large wooden deck area with summer kitchen.
Shenandoah Crossing also features state-of-the-art RV sites with furnished patios and summer kitchens; some even offer personal hot tubs and stainless steel barbecue grills.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$50 / night
5. Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground
Cumberland, Virginia18 Reviews•103 Photos•150 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
6. Graves Mountain Farm Campground
Syria, Virginia5 Reviews•126 Photos•54 SavesCampground by Shenandoah National Park
1800 Acre Farm to Play On
Campground is 7 acres on the Farm
2 Mountain Streams
2 Fishing Ponds - no license needed
18 Miles of Trails
A mountain Higher than Old rag and another with a tougher, rockier ascent/
Seasonal Pool - fee payable $10 pp per day in 2023
Free-form Camping - no assigned places
You get to make your own world
Pet Friendly - on leads please
No hook-ups, sorry
Fees
Adult to 15 yrs - $12 per person per night
14 yrs to 6 yrs - $6 per person per night
5 yrs and under - FREE
Horses - $10 per horse per night
30 Activities and Events
- Hiking
- Farm Animals show and tell - Sat and Sun, egg collections, pet pigs, goats, calves, sheep
- Terrific Road Biking - easy to killer ascents
- Terrific Mountain Biking including a laid out "killer" trail surrounding the campground
- Hiking - easy stroll to really tough
- Horse-back Riding Tues- Sun
- Horse riding lessons - Tues - Sun
- Pony Rides - Tues - Sun
- Nature hike - Sat at 11AM
- Guided hikes
- Trout Fly Fishing - two streams and two ponds
- Fly fishing lessons and guide
- Fri open mike night at Main Lodge campfire
- Sat Bluegrass on the Mountain Porch - Smokin' Trout Trio
- Seasonal Pool - huge
- Swimming Hole on the Rose River, opposite the Campground
- Massages
- Yoga - mainly weekends, no every one, though
- Wellness weekends with Jenn of In True Nature
- Farm to Table Dining at the Farm Restaurant
- Bluegrass Jams - six time a year
- Bluegrass Music Festival with Kids and grownups activities
- Harvest Festival - first three weekends in Oct, pick your own as long as crop is on trees
- Peach Festival - third Saturday in July
- Fishing Heritage weekend - for young folks to learn to fish - 1st Saturday in April
- Halloween - the haunted packing shed, Trunk or Treat
- Santa - first three Saturdays in Dec.
- Christmas Fair - second Sat in Dec - at the Market, Deli & Tackle
- July 4th - music and fire-works - for our whole county and right over the campground
- Horse Trail Riding Get- togethers
- Vineyard Visits to our Partner - just over the hollow.
- Market- Deli-Tackle on site
- Our own fresh ciders, hard cider, preserves, apple butter and apple sauce.
- Games room.
- Volleyball court.
And the Campground, itself
- 7 acres of meadows on the 1800 acre Farm - expanding to 55 acres on busy weeks.
- Please stay within signed areas as the size of the campground changes according to festival events
- Free-form make your own place
- No picnic tables
- No fire ring - make your own from river rocks at field edges
- Please return the rocks so that we can mow without breaking the blades
- Wood - collect from forest or buy down at the Market-Deli & Tackle
- Water spigots up front - excellent moubtain well water, tested.
- Small electrical supply up front - for devices only
- Porta-toilets and pit toilets
- Wet toilets, sinks and showers are usually available down at the bathhouse in the DORM area behind the packing shed opposite the Market
- Fiber Optic WiFi- that allows for Cell service calling and receiving - even without cell service - up front. Get password at bulletin board, Market or Main Lodge
- Cell phones - connect to your network via our WiFi both to call out and receive calls. We are remote so no cell towers available
- Open 24 hours - at night please be quiet when arriving at setting up
- Dog Friendly - on leash, please
- Old Rag Hike- 6.5 miles to the back entrance (Weakley Hollow/Berry Hollow Fire Rd and Old Rag Shelter |10.5 miles to Nethers/Front Entrance.
- White Oak Canyon Hike - 6.5 miles up our back hollow road
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
$12 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Mineral
244 Reviews of 6 Mineral Campgrounds
Carol B.
Guide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Clean restrooms, wooded spots, nice overall
We camped here the last night of the season (Nov30) and shared the campground with a mix of tent campers, car/van campers, and a few larger units. The bathrooms were plentiful, heated, hot running water, and a utility sink available. Our site had some privacy and some extra due to about 50% occupancy. 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! It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water.
Kim L.
RangerBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Clean, neat, and family oriented
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. Busy traffic in park but nice trails are accessible from campground. Visitor Center, gas station, food walking distance from campground.
Rob O.
TravelerBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Excellent campground especially as a base for hikes
Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 2 nights and found that my original planned site wasn't very hospitable to tent camping due to the slope, Conferred with park ranger who easily changed my site to a better one with no fee. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked. This is a great base camp for getting out to hike the Appalachian trail and the local water falls in the area. Firewood and some camping supplies can be obtained onsite and there is a park wayside store and cafeteria a short distance away (i highly recommend the honey breaded chicken).
- LLinda B.Traveler
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Lovely campground
Truly enjoyed this CG. Staff are very friendly and helpful CG is clean. Bathroom rooms are dated (compared to the ones at Twin Lakes State Park near Farmville, VA). The dump station is two-sided - helps on busy mornings when campers are leaving. Spent time touring the civil war sites around Petersburg. Lots of breweries in Richmond - a much needed place as a cold beer was very needed during the extreme heat occurring during my stay.
- MMicah B.
Scout
Powhatan State Park Campground
Camping and remote work
Like most Virginia state parks the River Bend campground is well spaced out and great for RV camping. Verizon service was stable enough to work all week with a Jetpack without the need for a directional cell booster
Martin T.TravelerBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great Facilities, Easy Access to Many Parts of Park
We loved our 4-night stay in Big Meadows. I definitely recommend booking a site on the outer part of the loop, or one of the walk-in sites, if you are tent camping. A lot of the interior sites seemed very close together, but the farther out you get, the more spaced out they seemed to be, we could see a couple of other campsites from ours but generally felt we had plenty of space and privacy.
Campsite facilities seemed pretty clean and well-maintained, and there is the campstore at the front of the campground with necessities, laundry and shower (for a fee). And if you need more the Big Meadow visitor center, and Wayside souvenir store/snack bar are just a mile or so from the campground where it meets Skyline Drive. They even have a gas station there. We went and did several hikes, including Dark Hollow Falls, and spent a late evening in the Big Meadow on a picnic blanket stargazing, all very close to the campground.
Bear boxes are big and sturdy, fire pits are on the smallish side but fine. Honestly this place is pretty tough to beat in terms of facilities, value, and proximity to a lot of beautiful and fun national park hikes and sights.
- JJoseph H.Traveler
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Huge park with plenty to do!
Our site was nice and level. Covered by shade the majority of the day. Playground was decent and pretty centrally located on the campground. Firewood for sale by QR code was convenient. The trails were nice and it was a nice walk to the aquatic recreation park. Access to the aquatic park is free for campers. The bathrooms were clean but the one close to my site the outside was falling apart. Don’t know how the camp store is because it is only open Thursday to Sunday and has almost different hours every day. Overall great campground we will be going back
Janet R.
LegendPocahontas State Park Campground
Amazing State Park close to Richmond!
This state park is amazing, it is close to the Richmond metro but allows an easy and wonderful retreat to nature. I was there in early June, and it wasnt crowded, though I can imagine it might be later in the summer. There are numerous camping options here, ranging from tent camping to RV’s to camper cabins to yurts, to regular full service glamping cabins, all in different sections. There is also an area set aside that could be rented for a group retreat or group summer camp, with groups of cabins around meeting space and dining hall area. The full service cabins are new and very upscale; the camper cabins are older but well maintained. The yurts are lovely too. I car camped in a standard site, all the campsites are wooded, shady, fairly private and well spaced. The park is huge and has lots of recreation, from miles of hiking and riding trails, biking and more. Very family friendly, with playgrounds, an incredible waterpark and pool, and nature programs at the visitor center. There is also a summer series of concerts etc in the park. Highly recommended!
Rachel S.RangerBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Large campground with all the amenities
Campground with tables, fire rings, running water bathrooms, utility sinks. Store has showers and laundry for $1.
- Robert L.Traveler
Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
5 star resort doesn't complete
This resort is 5 Star in amenities. Indoor pool in the lodge, restaurant, outdoor pool connected to the indoor one. Another outdoor pool area by the general store (wasn't open yet) has a large pool and kids pool. The activities center has things going on every day. They also have a large room with a large screen that you can reserve to watch movies. There is a stable for horse riding. Also, there's miniature golf. They have cabins, yurts,and a tree house for rent. The laundry is free. Our campsite, lowest level, has a table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs, and a propane grill. The higher level has an outdoor sink. The top level has a jacuzzi. The grounds are well designed for landscaping and kept trimmed. Now, for the cons. Our back- in site isn't level. We were told that is by design so water will flow off. Maybe. Our loop doesn't have any bathhouse, while the one next door has two. We did take a shortcut that went over a clay hill. Probably not safe if it's raining. The shower looks nice. Would stay drier if people would put the curtain inside the barrier. Shelves and benches in the showers are nice. Water pressure is mediocre to good. We're still waiting for hot water. I do say the help keeps it clean. There are sanitizer bottles left in the bathrooms and showers. Overall, it is a nice place to sit and relax.
Lucy P.RangerPocahontas State Park Campground
Very average
Very basic campground, nothing particularly exciting to do but has everything you need!
- JJack B.Traveler
Graves Mountain Farm Campground
Disappointing camping area
The listing made this place sound really exciting and convenient. When we arrived the store/clubhouse/bunkhouse? Was very cute and friendly, once we visited the camping area we were quickly disappointed. It was essentially a 500’x500’ field with little to no trees, hills, anything except buildings. We went on a windy weekend and do more tent camping, and quickly realized this kind of exposure is not what we wanted. I think the current campsite layout would be appropriate for those with trailers/campers with indoor space stopping though. I wouldn’t consider this much of a campsite, more of a field to park and sleep. We were very exited for our trip out here, and ended up going to Elizabeth furnace an hour away and got a much more private/established campsite, that was also free.
Sean R.GuideBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Love Shenandoah
Shenandoah is such a beautiful park. Hiking trails leave right from the campground. If you're lazy and don't feel like cooking there's a nice restaurant in the lodge. There are bears so make sure you don't leave any food out.
- DDavidGuide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Fantastic National Park Campground
Surprisingly, recreation.gov had excellent campsite descriptions and photos for this campground(very unusual in our experience), which made it possible for us to choose the perfect site for our 30' travel trailer. We would not have been satisfied with the slope of more than a few of the sites here, so be sure to do your due diligence before choosing your site.
This is a large campground with lots of sites, many of which(like C129) are quite large. The entire campground was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms and showers. Keep in mind that showers are$5 for 10 minutes but we noticed that shower#4 worked on just$4. Shh! Don't tell anyone!;-)
This is boondocking(no water, sewer, or electric hookups), but there are plenty of potable water spigots and there is a dump station nearby that is convenient, in good working order, and also has potable water. One complaint about the dump would be that there is no threaded hose to flush out a black tank.
Generator hours are 08:00- 10:00 and 16:00- 19:00 but are extended to 21:00 from opening until April 14 and again from October 15 through closing. Quiet hours are 22:00- 06:00.
The campground has a good laundry facility and a small store. A short walk takes you to Big Meadows Lodge with a full-service restaurant, pub, coffee bar, and gift shop. Take in the sunset from the great room, the deck, or a short hike along the Black Rock trail. A little longer walk takes you to the Wayside where you will find a well-stocked store with food, beverages (adult and otherwise), camping supplies, a quick service restaurant, and a nice gift shop. Definitely try the blackberry cobbler at either Big Meadows Lodge or the Wayside!
Ticks are a big issue here(at least they were when we visited in mid-October). Be sure to check your pups constantly for ticks, and make sure you take preventive measures such as sprays and chews to make sure your pups stay safe. Check yourselves, your kiddos, and your bedding too!
We had mixed feelings about the staff here, many of whom were quite nice and helpful. We did feel that the person who checked us in seemed a bit haggard and, perhaps as a result, was relatively short with us when we asked reasonable questions. We also felt the campground hosts were more than a bit inconsistent in rules enforcement. For instance, they are adamant about not having even a millimeter of tire off the pavement(even when trying to keep the tow vehicle off the roadway) but didn't care at all about campers who ran their generators all day long outside of generator hours.
Verizon was nonexistent.
T-Mobile was good.
Starlink was great for us, but keep in mind that many sites have a canopy of trees that will obstruct Starlink.
Solar was so-so, partially because of the tree cover and partially because of clouds and fog.
- MMeribeth C.Scout
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Nice park! Will be back!
Stayed just one night on our way to Maine. Nice, well-kept park and very friendly staff! Will definitely come back when we can stay longer. Stayed in a pull-through site with lots of space and privacy.
- JJenny P.Guide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Beautiful
Beautiful place. Lots of deer! No hookups but you can run a generator if needed. Large sites. Great weather!
Maria I.ScoutBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Closed only in the winter
In the description of the Big Meadows camping on The dyrt it says the campground is currently closed.
Actually, it only closes in the winter. According to the Website it closes NOVEMBER 26–MARCH 23
Check khttps://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/big-meadows-campground.htm
- LLuna P.Traveler
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Good place to stay
Well kept campsites and good bathrooms and water. We arrived after the information center closed, and it was easy to check in and find our site. Overall, I would stay here again. Be prepared to see a ton of deer!
- BBernie C.Traveler
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Gorgeous
Such a clean and well maintained State Park. Sites relatively level, surrounded by beautiful trees and well spaced out. Great hikes and gift shop at office.
Roger W.LegendBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
A Few Great Sites
Big Meadows ( Shenandoah NP): (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer) Overall Rating: in the generator loop: 3.5. Most sites are pretty on top of each other. Non generator sites have more sites that are private ( Our site in the generator loop E is spectacular 4.5). Pics included of the absolute best sites in the generator area.
Price: $15 per night w senior pass Usage during visit: high Site Privacy: ours good . Most in the generator area have nonne Site Spacing: close Site surface: Black top Reservations: You better for peak season. First come first serve campgrounds nearby. Lewis Mnt is nice Campground Noise: Not bad for so many people Road Noise: None Through Traffic: Minimal Electricity: No Water: Most restrooms have a water source for filling. Fill at the dump station when you enter Bathrooms: Flush toilets and clean. They are a bit awkward to get to from the sites in our area Sewer: No Dump: Yes Generators: Allowed. Quiet hours are 10pm to 6:00 AM Showers: $5 for about 10 mins. Clean and nice Laundry: Available and reasonably priced. Pull Throughs: Some Cell Service (Verizon): Available from our area most of the time.
Setting: Open forest. Looks to be more underbrush in tent and non generator areas.
Weather: Clear and 10 degrees cooler than the valley below. Bugs: Not bad. No mosquitoes, at least yet! Solar: Fixed panels will not work. Host and Rangers: FRIENDLY Rig size: Site specific. 45’ RVs work in some sites. Sites: E175, 177, 178, 180,183,185, and 187 are along forest edge with a valley below, though through the trees. These are the sites to have in the generator area. (During our stay, generators were used sparingly.)- JJacob C.Scout
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Nice park
Really quiet and spacious campground with two bath houses. A lot of trails to explore.
- jjames H.Traveler
Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
Two thumbs up!
We absolutely loved it! We stayed in the tent camping area. The bathrooms were the cleanest we’ve experienced at any tent camping site. It’s relatively close to the Shenandoah NP. Would recommend this place. Definitely returning.
Mel C.TravelerBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Tent Camp D Loop in May
Parking space is nice and even if car camping. Tent pad had several tree roots so a sleeping pad is recommended. Site is very shaded. Sites are quite close together so the privacy isn't great. Short 2 minute walk to showers and toilets. Shower location has laundry, ice and wood for sale. Showers are coin operated and it costs $5 for 10 minutes but the water was very hot. There are no sinks for washing dishes, rinsing, etc. Cell reception with ATT & Verizon was non existent at the campground. You could get reception at the lodge, amphitheater or on the overlooks. Out stay was the weekend of 5/26 & it was cold and windy; 43 in morning warming to 70 by 3pm. The Wayside was great. It had supplies, food, drinks, ice cream, gift shop and restaurant. We didn't cook at all. There are recycling receptacles everywhere, including for propane. Pretty sure a bear visited one night but can't say for sure. Deer would walk right through our site un-bothered by us drinking our coffee. Relatively quiet. Would definitely stay again.
- Keri P.Guide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Quiet Campground
Loved camping here for a week with my husband and our small child. We were only 2 hours from DC. The night views are amazing. There is no electricity or water at most sites!
RLLegend
Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground
Cabin Campin’
We camped here for a couple of nights in February for my sister’s birthday. Super clean cabin, lots of dishes and pots/pans, and utensils. Our cabin had beautiful water views and access to the trails. Saw an albino squirrel! We loved our trip!
- JJennifer K.Guide
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Busy Family Campground
It was Veteran’s Day a 3 day weekend…and boy was it full, even with the late season tropical storm blowing through later in the day! I guess it was busy because it is free on Veteran’s Day! Water and electric at each rv site, but water and 50 amp only in sites 66-129. (Dual dump station on the way out.) Host sites are #41 & 99 and can answer questions for you. Cabins and yurts also available for rent. Hike or mountain bike down to the lake for some fishing or scenic exercise. Camp store has ice, snacks, ice cream, camping games, and first aid supplies. Friendly store staff too! Separate laundry facility at the camp store.
- LLucinda B.Traveler
Graves Mountain Farm Campground
Quiet and peaceful
Great site to camp. Dog friendly. Bathrooms available. Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired.
Guide to Mineral
Virginia offers a variety of options for horse camping, allowing equestrian enthusiasts to enjoy the great outdoors alongside their beloved animals.
Tips for equestrian camping near Mineral, Virginia
- Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground provides access to trails that are perfect for horseback riding, ensuring a scenic experience for both riders and their horses.
- Graves Mountain Farm Campground allows horse camping and features a stable, making it convenient for those traveling with their equine companions.
- Pocahontas State Park Campground offers ample space for horse trailers and has trails suitable for riding, making it a great choice for equestrian campers.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like stables and trails
- Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort features a stable for horse riding, allowing guests to explore the beautiful surroundings on horseback.
- Powhatan State Park Campground is well-equipped for horse camping, with trails that lead directly into the park's natural beauty.
- Virginia Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground has designated areas for horse camping and offers access to a variety of trails for riding.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- At Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park, visitors can enjoy hiking trails that are accessible right from the campground, perfect for a day of exploration after riding.
- Pocahontas State Park Campground features numerous recreational activities, including hiking and biking trails, which can complement a horse camping trip.
- Graves Mountain Farm Campground hosts various seasonal events, providing a unique experience for campers looking to enjoy local festivities while horse camping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Mineral, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Mineral, VA is Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 115 reviews.
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