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Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground houses upscale glamping accommodations along the scenic Shenandoah River, with yurts and safari-style canvas tents that provide an elevated outdoor experience. The Cove Campground and North Fork Resort also offer luxury camping options with electricity, comfortable bedding, and private outdoor spaces. Each glamping site includes amenities like picnic tables, fire pits, and access to modern bathrooms with showers. Many accommodations feature plush queen beds with linens, climate control options, and private porches for enjoying the natural surroundings. According to a camper, "Beautiful place, lots of options and activities. Not a quiet retreat with the ATVs and shooting range, but lots of fun."
Luxury outdoor stays in the Star Tannery area connect visitors with the region's natural beauty while providing comfort unavailable in traditional camping. The glamping domes and pods at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Luray offer a unique overnight experience with proximity to Shenandoah National Park's waterfalls and hiking trails. Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views provides yurts with mountain views and easy access to local wineries and the Skyline Drive. On-site activities include swimming in natural lakes, fishing, volleyball, and hiking on numerous trails. One visitor noted, "We loved our stay at a tent site on the river. It was peaceful, and we spent a lot of our stay in the water. The staff was nice, service good, and bathrooms adequate."
"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.”"
from $27 - $427 / night
Check Availability"They’ve running water, power, and firewood if you’re able to show up early and pay a little extra. The entire premises is clean, and the owner(s) are extremely polite and laid back."
"Don’t know why it says no fires cause they have fire pits, and we’ve definitely have fires there. it’s by far my favorite camp spot. has everything."
"The picnic table and fire pit at each campsite was fantastic, and Pam was great and very helpful."
"Most of the spots pull up near the creek and have a picnic table and fire pit with a grill."
"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."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean and very convenient. Pet friendly; two dog parks."
"First time visiting North Fork, didn’t explore as much as I wanted to, Campers are tightly parked next to one another, was invited by my Uncle to come have a good time and enjoy the atmosphere, go tubing"
"Electricity is on the RV site, there is a dumping place for black/grey water. Positive: Friendly staff, near the river, close to Shenandoah NP, quiet camping, every site has a fire pit."
"It’s fenced off, so despite how it looks, you aren’t walking through anyone’s campsite."
from $30 - $125 / night
Check Availability"Electricity. Air conditioning. Running water. The property owner manager is very accommodating and pleasant to talk with.
Highly recommended.~Robert
art505.com""Everyone loves it - there is something for everyone from hiking, swimming, outdoor games, fishing, watching the donkeys or just enjoying the fire pit in the evenings. The views are spectacular!"
"There is Rockcliff lake and small beach area, an overlook (Lina Constable Overlook) to hike to right off the camp loop but it’s 1 mile steep incline at times but worth every step. Gorgeous!"
"The area closes completely (entrance gate is locked) from Dec 21 - May 1. The site was super clean and well maintained. Lots of hiking trails and a very easy one that loops around the Rockcliff Lake."
from $25 - $105 / night
Check Availability"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"
"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."
from $31 - $220 / night
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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.
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.
ScoutWas looking for a last-minute getaway on a busy weekend, and they seemed the best option. I've always associated private campgrounds with crowding and sites on top of each other. I couldn't have been more wrong about The Cove. There is more wooded space between sites than in many National Parks.
Some sections are best accessed via 4WD, which I think is a great way to keep things from getting too crowded.
Such a huge diversity of types of sites, from lakeside to wooded, to open fields. They have something for everyone.
The bathrooms are ok. Other than the shower area and the reception, most toilets are pit toilets. If you want to be walking distance to showers, make sure to book sites near them. For most sites, it's going to be a hike or a drive.
And on top of that, they have a beach for the kids, boat rentals, and a range.
This was our first visit, but we will definitely be coming back.
ScoutThe campground is a nice size with enough space between sites to feel as though you have some privacy.
We reserved site 4 online but someone had set up there when we arrived. Site 6 was open and it had a better view anyway and was farther away from the toilets, so we didn’t mind.
The boat launch is right there which we planned to paddle board in the morning, but got rained out. The river looks really nice and clean though.
Tables and fire pits are a great size. We saw some gorgeous stars as there isn’t any light pollution.
It’s only half hour from Berkeley Springs, so fill up your spring water for free there and then come enjoy the campsite!
Will definitely return.
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.
ScoutThis is are first camping adventure in are new travel trailer. Camp ground is quiet and well maintained. Bath rooms and shower facilities are fantastic.
GuidePrimitive feel with full hookups. I have a 22' trailer, and it fits fine. I hope you like trains. Plenty of them go by.
LegendThis quiet campground has plenty of wooded campsites that offer privacy to campers. We were in the electric loop and it can be a bit tight if your rig is larger, and also you need to be prepared to level your rig in several different directions. But all in all, it was a great spot for an overnight day and we even got to check out some of the trails. Very nice park overall.
RangerThis KOA offers close and cozy get away near Harper’s Ferry Virginia. Technically within walking distance to the National Park shuttle to downtown. Spots are open and spaced out and they offer private showers/bathrooms
Shenandoah Valley camping offers diverse terrain at 800-1500 feet elevation with mixed hardwood forests surrounding Star Tannery. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes, with summer highs reaching 85-90°F and winter lows dropping below freezing. Campers can enjoy both mountain and river landscapes, with the North Fork Shenandoah River providing water recreation opportunities.
Hiking around Lake Habeeb: Follow the 5-mile trail circling the lake at Rocky Gap State Park Campground for views of surrounding mountains. "There is a 5 mile trail that goes all around the lake. Lots of lake to paddle. Easy to get to from I-70," notes a camper who visited in May 2025.
River activities: Float the Shenandoah River from Low Water Bridge Campground with easy access points. "They took us up river and dropped us so we could kayak back. Their store had everything that we had forgotten with good prices," says a visitor who brought their 8-year-old for a first camping experience.
Mountain biking: Explore numerous trails at Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park with routes for beginners to advanced riders. "The park offers very doable hiking and mountain biking options for beginners. Campground access to the Shenandoah River," explains Laura N., highlighting the variety of trail difficulties.
Spacious, private sites: Big Meadows Campground offers generous separation between campsites. "Big Meadow has many amenities which make it popular and oftentimes crowded during weekends and holiday's... 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."
Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds offer chances to see deer, bears, and birds in their natural habitat. "We saw many deer and bear while camping," reports a Big Meadows camper, while another notes, "The deer are unafraid of humans unless directly approached."
Clean facilities: Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views maintains excellent bathroom facilities. "The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean. It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I've ever seen," shares a camper who visited in June 2021.
Cell service gaps: Many campgrounds have limited or no connectivity. At Low Water Bridge Campground, "There is absolutely no Verizon service here (ATT seems to work pretty well). You'll have to drive 10-15 in either direction on Rt. 211 before you can catch a signal."
Reservation timing: Popular sites fill quickly, especially during summer and fall color season. Book early for yurt camping near Star Tannery, Virginia, particularly at state parks.
Weather variability: The mountains can experience sudden weather changes. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," reports a Big Meadows camper who visited in November.
Site selection considerations: Choose sites carefully based on shade, access, and amenities. "The primitive camping spots were all taken however, so arrive early if you want one of those," advises a December camper at Shenandoah River State Park.
Kid-friendly activities: The Cove Campground offers multiple recreation options. "On top of them having an outdoor gun range... they have a small beach, picnic tables everywhere, a volleyball sand court, a dock, you can fish in the lake, rent non motorboats, ATVs welcome," notes a frequent visitor.
Educational programs: Look for ranger-led activities at state parks during summer months. "Big Meadows has a nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs," says a recent visitor who appreciated the family-oriented atmosphere.
Safety considerations: Follow bear safety protocols when camping with children. "They take food clean up seriously. You can be fined for leaving food out," warns a camper about wildlife management practices.
Seasonal timing: Mid-week spring and fall camping offers quieter experiences for families learning camping basics. "We began in camp one which offered electrical hook ups. There are 4 water spigots in camp 1... Campsites were spacious and mostly level," notes a Memorial Day weekend camper.
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have steep entry roads requiring careful navigation. "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," advises a Middle Ridge Campground visitor.
Hookup availability: Electric and water options vary significantly between campgrounds. "You can't go wrong with the pergola and mountains view. Note that the most pull-thru in the inside of the camp are closers to each other than sites around the camp (the edge of the camp)," suggests a camper who enjoyed the combination of amenities and views.
Campsite leveling: Prepare for uneven sites at some locations. "Our only real drawback was our site was not even close to level. It probably shouldn't have been available for a 40'+ RV," notes an RV camper staying with children.
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