4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Shenandoah Crossing resort boasts luxury glamping accommodations with multiple options including yurts and fully-equipped safari tents located near Madison, Virginia. The property sits within easy reach of Shenandoah National Park and features glamping units with electricity, comfortable beds with linens, heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in nearby Luray complement the area's upscale outdoor lodging with additional glamping options including canvas tents and unique accommodation structures. Most glamping sites include private decks or patios, kitchenettes, and access to resort amenities like swimming pools and dining facilities. A recent visitor mentioned, "This is a glamping site! Coin operated showers, camp store open during the day. This is a much bigger campsite than the others in Shenandoah."
Hiking trails connect directly from several glamping properties to Shenandoah National Park's extensive trail system, making these accommodations ideal for exploring Dark Hollow Falls and Big Meadow. Stargazing opportunities abound at these locations, with several glamping sites offering unobstructed night sky views across expansive meadows. The Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park area provides water-based activities with glamping yurts available seasonally. Most luxury camping accommodations remain open from April through November, though Shenandoah Crossing offers year-round glamping experiences. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist directly from glamping units, with deer frequently spotted wandering the grounds. One camper noted, "While the sites are a little crammed in, we enjoyed the level sites and company. The bathrooms were very well maintained and access to a 120v outlet saved our tails."
"Nice facilities (shower, bathrooms, garbage, etc.), but the campsites themselves leave a bit to be desired. Pros: deer wander the grounds, making for some beautiful morning animal encounters."
"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."
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Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $75 / night
"But as with most campgrounds, the air was filled with kids laughing and campfire smoke. We played mini golf and the course needed a lot of work. We also went to the pools."
"beautiful location, nice campground. not a lot of woods but lots to do including jumping pillows, paddle boats, swimming. the cabins are spacious and nice though you have to bring your own linens. the"
"This campground has an awesome location between Harrisonburg and Luray/Shenandoah. It has great amenities like a pool and playground, a camp store and lots of friendly and helpful employees."
"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."
"We enjoyed the many trails and walking our dog along the river. We would highly recommend and will come back."
"Normally we’re tent campers, but this time we opted for the climate controlled cabins of this state park. Cabins were wonderful. Essentially a little house off in its own little “cabin neighborhood.”"
Available this weekend
from $27 - $384 / night
"We reserved a “pull-through” RV site which ended up being a back-in site that was very uneven and nowhere near level."
"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."
from $50 / night
"Usually 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."
"When we arrived at Spacious Skies the office staff was so nice and helpful! I had not made a reservation online because since this was our first time I was unsure of how everything works."
Available this weekend
from $31 - $219 / night
"Great space for rvs and tents. Cabins and yurts available, bath house clean, but toilet paper is thinner than dry onion skin. Beach area is 1/2 mile paved walk. Beach very crowded on weekends."
"Our site was nicely situated between a trail down to the lake and bathhouse. We had a long driveway that was perfect for throwing a ball around."
Available this weekend
from $32 - $413 / night
"Great little cabin with some more luxurious camping facilities than we were used to (Stayed across the river at a more primitive spot as well). Good spot for families and we had a great time ."
from $35 - $50 / night
"The campground and bathrooms are kept clean. The bathrooms are even air-conditioned. Christopher Run has a boat launch as well."
"Great campground at Lake Anna and it’s also near Virginia’s Lake Anna State Park. The staff here at the campground are very friendly, pleasant and very accommodating."
"Great proximity to Shenandoah National Park while still being close enough to a Walmart and fuel. Easy to access sites, great for larger rigs!"
"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. "
from $45 - $470 / night
GuideI fear that yurt glamping may have ruined me against tent camping again! This was absolutely lovely. We stayed in the painted horse yurt. Cozy, comfy, lots of amenities. The only downside here is the sulfur odor the water in the bathroom has, but it is very good for your skin at least! I’d stay here again for sure.
ScoutFriendly staff, great riding right from the camper and a neat playground for the kids.
ScoutGorgeous campground. Super clean and many amenities for kids.
GuideQuite the dump and almost no one around to talk to. There is a bathroom with running water, flushing toilets, and a shower. But it is cramped and not attractive. Most of the sites are right underneath the freeway, and very noisy. Primitive sites away from the road noise are nothing more than a wide area of the dirt road.
TravelerSomething for everybody; long term slots, primitive camping, with electricity and water, with full hookups, day use ramps for Lake Anna, huge covered picnic area for large gatherings, rv sites in the woods and others on the edge of large field. Staff are great.
ScoutFirst camping trip in VA and honestly the only time we’ll come here. Noisy, plots are on the main road people speed down, loud music at all times. Plus the bathroom was great, taken care of but this isn’t camping. Great if you need people around you.
RangerThis KOA has cozy spots among the trees and off any major road. Shower houses are squeaky clean and spots are spaced out just right! Some extra amenities: playground, camper core signage, and many other things!
TravelerNice, clean, parking lot type campground. Great pool with lots of built in splash features for kids and a big slide. No real view from site 665 ~ just the top of some mountains. No river view at all. There is a golf cart trail to the river access with parking, but then there are big steps with no hand rail. Lucky a nice man let me hold onto him walking back up. My husband was carrying the gear and couldn’t help me. It seems everyone brought a golf cart. They had rentals, but too expensive. Again ~ great for young families.
ScoutGreat camp ground, spots are a little un-level
Shenandoah National Park sits at elevations ranging from 600 to 4,000 feet, creating diverse camping microclimates near Madison, Virginia. The region experiences temperature variations up to 15 degrees between valley and mountain sites, with Madison's 700-foot elevation offering milder conditions than higher elevation campgrounds. Fall temperatures average 45-65°F, making for comfortable camping with proper gear.
Hiking directly from campsites: At Big Meadows Campground, trails connect to Shenandoah National Park's extensive network. "Lots of beautiful hikes and bike course with awesome views of the valley," notes Tom C. The campground places you minutes from popular trails without requiring additional driving.
River recreation: Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground offers riverside camping with water activities. "There are several rustic campsites located on the Southfork of the Shenandoah River, as well as modern electric sites, RV sites, and cabins," explains Ricki F. The park provides direct water access for fishing, swimming, and paddling.
Wildlife observation: The elevation and ecosystem support diverse wildlife viewing. At Big Meadows, a visitor shared, "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." Morning and evening offer prime viewing times.
Winter camping options: Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA remains open year-round for those seeking off-season experiences. "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," reports Zach L.
Clean facilities: Visitors consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms as a standout feature. At Big Meadows Campground, one camper reported, "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."
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer ample room between sites. "Though this campground is HUGE, the sites are not piled on top of each other. Our site, B112, was surrounded by shrubs under the canopy of trees which provided tons of privacy," shared Veronica S. about Big Meadows.
River access: Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground receives praise for its water features. One camper noted, "The primitive spots are right next to the river. The spots are a short walk from the parking area and the campground provides wagons to transport your stuff. Great fishing and swimming right at your camping spot."
Glamping accommodations: Luxury camping options near Madison have evolved beyond basic tents. At Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River, "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."
Seasonal closures: Many facilities operate on limited schedules. "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. Showers and laundry were closed for the season," reported Carol B. at Big Meadows.
Food storage regulations: Bear activity requires proper storage. "Bear boxes provided, plenty of room to relax," explains Jaclyn B. Improper food storage can result in fines at some locations.
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies widely across the region. At Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views, a visitor noted, "No cell service. We went to the visitor center and connected to the WiFi if we needed to do something online."
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Make sure you reserve your spot on the weekend they go fast," advises John H. about Christopher Run Campground. Reservations often open 6 months in advance for popular sites.
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Luray specializes in family entertainment. "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," shares Anne K.
Educational programs: Rangers offer interactive learning opportunities. "Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs. Busy traffic in park but nice trails are accessible from campground," reports Kim L. These programs typically run May through October with daily scheduling during summer months.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas. A visitor to Harrisonburg KOA noted, "If you have kids definitely get closer to the play ground, you won't regret it! Bathhouse was clean, very well manicured campground, amazing views of the mountains and riverfront access for tubing."
Weather preparedness: Mountain temperatures fluctuate significantly. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," shares Carol B. Layered clothing and additional blankets are recommended even during summer months.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain. "Our only real drawback was our site was not even close to level. It probably shouldn't have been available for a 40'+ RV. Still, we would go back...just to a different site location," advises Jen O. from Jellystone Park.
Utility placement: Review hookup locations before booking. At Harrisonburg KOA, a camper noted, "The sites are large enough and level enough. The power pole is well positioned." This prevents problems with cord and hose length limitations.
Seasonal availability: Winter camping requires planning. "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. at Harrisonburg KOA. Year-round RV sites are limited in the region.
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