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Creekside Campground's waterfront tent sites provide convenient space for dogs along Edinburg's peaceful creek, where ducks entertain campers while maintaining a pet-friendly atmosphere. The 30-site property offers full hookups for RVs, plus primitive tent spots directly facing the water. Pets must be leashed throughout the grounds, with waste disposal stations available near the immaculate bathhouse. Sites often fill quickly on weekends, especially the premium creek-view locations like Site #13, which campers specifically request after previous visits. The staff maintains clean facilities despite the site's compact layout within a small town setting. When quiet time begins, the campground becomes remarkably serene with only the sounds of flowing water, creating an ideal environment for dogs that get anxious around excessive noise or activity.
Shenandoah Valley's collection of pet-friendly camping options includes nearby Luray RV Resort, featuring riverfront access plus designated dog exercise areas with proper waste disposal facilities. Both locations serve as excellent base camps for exploring dog-friendly trails throughout Shenandoah National Park, located just 30 minutes away. Most hiking paths welcome leashed dogs, though owners should carry waste bags as services are limited on trails. The region's moderate climate makes spring and fall ideal for camping with pets, avoiding summer's high temperatures and bug pressure that can be overwhelming for dogs. The sites' proximity to veterinary services in nearby towns provides peace of mind for travelers with pets, while the campgrounds' enforcement of quiet hours helps prevent excessive barking. Walking paths along the Shenandoah River provide excellent morning exercise routes for both campers and their canine companions.
"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"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"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."
"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
Check Availability"We spent 2 nights at Creekside Campground in Edinburg, VA on our way to West Virginia—- and found a real gem. We paid$50/night for Back-in Creekview FHU Site#20."
"I gave this campground 5 stars because it is super convenient to I81, the staff is wonderful, my tent spot was right on the creek, the bathrooms are immaculate with hot water showers, and they allow dogs"
from $26 - $47 / night
Check Availability"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"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."
"This campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer."
from $31 - $230 / 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."
"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. "
"Location is fairly convenient to Shenandoah but it still takes a while to get to some of the more popular hikes once inside the park."
from $45 - $470 / night
Check Availability"River access, hiking near by and if you forget something town is 8 minutes away."
"We are located on the Shenandoah River! Our waterfront unique kamp offers yurts and tent sites along with a well maintained bathhouse! Of course I feel we are 5 stars!"
from $45 - $225 / 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.
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.
GuideThis campground is really nice and one of the nicer KOAs we've stayed at. We had a great back in site, that although a little unlevel, was really private and in the back corner. It was adjacent to a farm and like others have mentioned, it was a bit smelly at times. They had a huge dog park that my dog loved. They also had multiple dog bag stations throughout the campground. Then road between the office and campsites is a bit narrow and one lane so can be tricky when people are arriving or leaving with rigs. I used the laundry facility and the machines were the worst I've come across in the last 8 months of using campground facilities or laundromats. The coin tray got stuck in multiple machines and one machine already had the tray stuck when I got there. Luckily the office reimbursed me, but with most of the machines broken and them unable to fix them, we had to go into town to the laundromat. The wifi was terrible and unusable, even with our antenna. AT&T worked well and Verizon was a bit spotty.
Mount Jackson in Virginia sits at the heart of the Shenandoah Valley between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains at an elevation around 850 feet. The region's moderate climate makes spring and fall the prime camping seasons, with summer highs often reaching 90°F and winter lows dropping below freezing. Heavy summer thunderstorms can develop quickly in the afternoons, requiring proper site preparation and drainage.
Hiking at Shenandoah National Park: Access trailheads within 30-45 minutes of Mount Jackson for day hikes ranging from easy to challenging. "Many of these amenities make camping with families a convenience. 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," notes Rachel M. from Big Meadows Campground.
Cave exploring: Visit local caverns to escape summer heat or rainy weather, with guided tours available daily. "The Endless Caverns actually adjoin the office welcome center and tours are offered multiple times daily. It would be tough for arthritic knees… but we really enjoyed the raw nature of the caverns," reports Sara M. from Endless Caverns RV Resort & Cottages.
River recreation: Tube or kayak along the Shenandoah River for a relaxing water experience. "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," shares Joe from Outlanders River Camp.
Off-leash exercise: Several campgrounds offer designated dog areas where pets can run freely after long car rides. "We could not have asked for a nicer location! Our tent was about 20 feet from the river and the campground had everything we could have asked for (including spotless bathroom and shower facilities!)" says Matthew G. from #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp, which offers pet-friendly waterfront camping.
Quiet natural settings: Campers appreciate secluded sites away from highway noise. "The staff were top notch with plenty of amenities to offer. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Try their fried pies," advises Todd C. from Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA.
Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common at many campgrounds near Mount Jackson. "You will definitely see deer in the campground as they walk through and browse the understory. They are unafraid of humans unless directly approached," explains Veronica S. from Big Meadows Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms matter significantly to campers in the region. "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," observes Kim L. about facilities at Big Meadows.
River access for pets: Dogs particularly enjoy camping near water for cooling off. "The fact that they have developed hiking/walking/running paths, a 'dog park', and a spot to go swimming were pretty outstanding," notes Melissa W. about Outlanders River Camp's pet-friendly features.
Severe weather preparedness: Summer thunderstorms can develop rapidly in the mountains. "Though there is privacy and it was fairly quiet in the afternoon, at night it can get loud with kids running around and being noisy," mentions Veronica S. about Big Meadows, reminding campers that weather isn't the only consideration.
Bear safety protocols: Food storage requirements are strictly enforced. "There are no bear boxes at this campground, but there are indeed bears, so keep all food in your car," warns Eric K. from Mathews Arm Campground.
Varying campground personalities: Some locations focus on nature while others offer resort-style amenities. "This isn't my idea of camping, but I brought my 11 year old nephew. He was able to run around and make friends with his aunt always looking over his shoulder. He had lots of fun at pool, movie night, making s'mores, and jumping on bouncy mound," explains Anne K. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Reservation timing: Popular sites book months in advance for peak seasons. "We 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," shares Zach L. about seasonal availability at Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA.
Campground activities: Select locations with built-in entertainment options. "There are picnic tables up there. We didn't have enough time but going up there with a glass of local wine at sunset would be awesome. Great location to get to Shenandoah NP, Harrisonburg, Charlottesville, and wineries," suggests C O. from Endless Caverns.
Junior ranger programs: National Park Service offers educational activities for children. "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," notes Kim L. about Big Meadows.
Off-peak timing: Weekdays offer quieter experiences and more site selection. "One of my favorite campgrounds - particularly when I bring first time campers. Clean grounds and importantly clean facilities. Park offers very doable hiking and mountain biking options for beginners," advises Laura N. from Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground.
Swimming options: Water features help children cool off during summer heat. "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 leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring blocks. "Sites were large and easy to level out at. Used to be a nascar resort, and they still have their signs up," notes C O. from Endless Caverns.
Limited hookups at national parks: Bring extra water and prepare for boondocking. "Bathrooms are adequate. There is potable water and a utility sink near the bathrooms, but there are no showers. The closest (coin-operated) showers are about 30 miles south at Big Meadows Campground," explains Mary S. about Mathews Arm Campground's facilities.
Generator regulations: Many locations restrict generator hours or prohibit them entirely. "Biggest KOA I've been to. 24 hr laundry, big camp store, office stays open later than other KOA's. Convenient to the highway and easy to get to. Sites are well spaced. Hookups were well positioned," reports Sara R. from Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA.
Mountain driving preparation: Access roads can be steep with tight turns. "The drive in requires about 25-miles through the roller coaster of steep grade(7+%) hills. There's no way around that, you're in the mountains. Just be aware and be prepared," warns Matt S. about driving conditions near Luray RV Resort.
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