Rileyville RV campgrounds are located within the Shenandoah Valley, near the Blue Ridge Mountains with elevations ranging from 700 to 1,200 feet. During summer months, temperatures typically reach 85-90°F with cooler evenings dropping to 60-65°F. Winter camping is available at select Rileyville-area RV parks though seasonal closures affect campground availability from December through February.
What to do
Fishing access: 30 minutes from Fort Valley Ranch, where campers can find nearby river spots. "Within a 10-minute drive, there are opportunities for hiking and river activities. We found a river access point perfect for swimming and wading," notes Jason G.
Cavern exploration: Endless Caverns RV Resort offers on-site cavern tours at discounted rates for campground guests. "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," shares Clark P.
Stargazing opportunities: The lack of light pollution creates excellent night sky viewing conditions. "Dark sky and an open field for stargazing," explains Jean C. at Smoke Hole Caverns, while Madison Vines RV Resort provides clear views of constellations due to its rural setting.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Luray RV Resort offers generous spacing between campsites. "The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV," reports Joe, adding that the park and facilities were "very clean."
Natural surroundings: The wooded environment creates privacy at many campgrounds. "Most sites are spaced enough to give some feeling of privacy, some are fairly close together. A few sites are nicely secluded for those of us that crave privacy," notes Clark P. about Endless Caverns RV Resort.
River recreation: Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park provides direct river access. "There are several rustic campsites located on the Southfork of the Shenandoah River, as well as modern electric sites, RV sites, and cabins," says Ricki F., who appreciated the clean, well-maintained grounds.
What you should know
Wi-Fi and cell coverage: Internet connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. "The wifi was terrible and unusable, even with our antenna. AT&T worked well and Verizon was a bit spotty," reports Tina about KOA Luray RV Resort.
Seasonal restrictions: Most RV campgrounds near Rileyville implement operational changes during winter. Big Meadows Campground operates from "May 6 to November 13" according to park information, while some private RV parks remain open year-round with limited services.
Campground terrain: Many RV parks in the region feature varying degrees of elevation. "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.
Reservation timing: Madison Vines RV Resort gets particularly busy on weekends and during special events. "During peak fall foliage season, advance reservations are essential as sites fill quickly," notes a camper.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Big Meadows Campground offers structured ranger programs. "Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs. Busy traffic in park but nice trails are accessible from campground," Kim L. explains.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds feature regular animal sightings. "You will definitely see deer in the campground as they walk through and browse the understory. They are unafraid of humans unless directly approached," shares Veronica S. about Big Meadows.
Playground access: Several RV campgrounds provide dedicated play areas. "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," describes Joe at Luray RV Resort.
Safety considerations: Proper food storage is essential in bear country. "Bear box for food storage. Loved seeing the deer so close and other wildlife," notes Terri S., adding that following storage guidelines is important for wildlife safety.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on specific needs and preferences. "Our site (site 3) was an easy level pull-through site, making the setup/breakdown very quick and painless. All the RV sites were impressively level, with only minimal leveling needed," explains Jason G. about Fort Valley Ranch.
Access considerations: Road conditions affect larger motorhomes. "I was initially concerned about the road leading into the campground, as my rig is over 50 feet in total length. However, we were surprised that the winding roads presented no issues for us," shares Jason G.
Hookup variations: Water and electric connections differ between sites. "We had a great back in site, that although a little unlevel, was really private and in the back corner," describes Tina about KOA Luray, noting that full hookups were available.
Site surfacing: Most RV sites feature gravel pads. "Campsites are level gravel (no pads)," reports John H. about Madison Vines RV Resort, mentioning that the campground was undergoing renovations to improve services.
