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Fort Valley Ranch offers 45 campsites accommodating horses with full hookups for RVs, tent sites, and cabins. The campground provides drinking water, electric hookups with 30/50 amp service, and sewer connections. Horse owners can access picnic tables, fire rings, and trash disposal while camping with their animals. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well-maintained. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. The ranch maintains strict rules prohibiting alcohol consumption. Campsites are reservable and accommodate big rigs, making it suitable for those traveling with large horse trailers.
Shenandoah Crossing provides equestrian camping with direct access to riding trails and horse facilities. The resort features yurts alongside traditional tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Campers can observe free-range horses that return to their pens at dusk and head out at dawn. The property includes stables and horse pastures with beautiful sunset views over the equestrian areas. Horseback riding and carriage rides are available activities for guests. The campground maintains full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. Showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station are accessible to all campers. The resort operates year-round and allows pets, making it convenient for those traveling with both horses and dogs.
"The bathroom was just a short walk away. There are no hookups in this campground. We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower. "
"While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"We have lived in northern Virginia for over 30 years and never been to this campground until this month! Very nice campground with friendly staff and friendly campground hosts."
"History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Lots of people on horses running around which we loved, and good live music after dinner. Could get muddy if you're there after rain"
"Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired."
from $12 / night
Check Availability"It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice."
"Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites."
from $50 / night
Check Availability"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"We recently stayed at Fort Valley Ranch Campground, near Luray, VA and I can only say good things about our experience and the FVR's management."
from $30 - $45 / night
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LegendI grew up going to this campground. It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice.
There is a nice pool, arcade, camp store, horse riding, and the camp sites are pretty nice.
All around good place to camp.
GuideLooked forward to camping at Graves Mountain and enjoy the festivities. The campsite is very very small. They say dispersed, but it is a small field as you can not access the others fields. Horse trailers, rvs, tents, and overland trailers all park right next that to each other. We set up away from everyone to properly distance ourselves due to their covid protocols. They told us to move next to others but there was no space. We got our money back and moved to another site. I would avoid this campsite. If you want to visit it for the apple or Fall festival just camp somewhere else and drive to it. No amenities. No cell service.
TravelerBOTTOM LINE: 3.5 Stars. We had a fine time camping here, but probably would not stay again unless some friends were going and wanted to stay. Not bad, but not great and not my personal preference for camping. Any recommendation to stay would be dependent on what you're looking for--it might be for you, but just wasn't for us.
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Again, we recognize a lot is subjective; but it just wasn't for us. We'd camp here again if others wanted to, but wouldn't choose to come back.
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LegendLovely time in the yurt! Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites.
ScoutBeautiful sunsets over the stables and horse pastures. We reserved a “pull-through” RV site which ended up being a back-in site that was very uneven and nowhere near level. Also, after staying for two weeks, the bathhouse next to our site was closed because of lack of electricity. Which forced us to drive up to the indoor pool (nice) and use the showers there. Inconvenient, but we made it work.
ScoutWe camped several nights in our 23ft. travel trailer. Our site A85 was just long enough to fit our trailer and truck. We were able to use our generator at this site. The bathroom was just a short walk away. There are no hookups in this campground. We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower. They were clean and even though the campground was nearly full we never had to wait in line. We also did our laundry one evening. The machines were all working and it was quite reasonably priced. Big Meadows campground is so conveniently located to the Visitor's center and many local trails. The horse stables were just down the road. The lodge/restaurant was near the campground and we enjoyed a special dinner out one evening on the deck overlooking the beautiful Luray Valley.
RangerWe stayed at a "group" site D167, which allows up to 15 people and 4 cars. While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people. First of all, it's located in the middle of a large patch of grass right next to other family campsites, so no privacy at all. If you travel with friends you might want to stay up a little longer and have a good laugh around the fire, but this site isn't really designed this way. The quiet hours are after 10PM and it's enforced. Second, the space is really limited, especially if your group members have larger tents. Also, there's no overflow parking, except at the entrance to the campground.
The showers are nice and clean, but they are coin operated.
The rangers are very strict. We had some food related items left on the table (salt/pepper shakers) and they were confiscated while we were hiking. I'm not saying it's wrong, but be aware, because these rules are not enforced at the same level in different places. We ended up with a $80 fine.
Also, since this is a national park, you cannot bring the firewood from outside, have to buy it in the park.
Other than that, we enjoyed our stay. The campground location allow an easy access to many trails within Shenandoah National Park, as well as close by, such as our favorite Old Rag Mountain. It's also technically a part of the NP, so keep your entrance receipt to show at the Old Rag's parking lot.
Make sure you taste blackberry ice cream at the general store at the entrance. It's a local specialty and it's delicious!!!
TravelerWe have stayed here several times. Big beautiful paved sites with furniture to boot. Complete with gas grills and outdoor sinks. Plenty to do at the resort..... Kayak, putt putt, tennis, swim in one of the pools, hot tub, work out in the gym, walk on trails, ride horses, take a carriage ride or eat at the "real" restaurant. My favorite campground hands down!
TravelerStayed in July of 2016. Our site had the AT running right behind it. The was plenty of access to trails, and pretty central to the park. The campground is near showers, laundry, campstore, and visitor center. Only down fall is proximity to neighbors.
Campgrounds in the Stevensburg area provide various accommodations for equestrians and their horses. Located in Virginia's Piedmont region with elevations ranging from 300-500 feet, this area experiences mild winters and warm summers. The area's clay soils can become muddy after rain, which affects trail conditions at equestrian facilities throughout the year.
Trail riding access: Big Meadows Campground offers numerous trail connections for riders. "There are several campsites available at this National Park. I like this campsite particularly because its close to one of my favorite waterfall hikes in VA," shares Tom C.
Wildlife viewing: Observe free-range horses at Shenandoah Crossing where "horses that return to their pens at dusk and head out at dawn." As Rachel M. notes about nearby areas, "We saw many deer and bear while camping. Just being in Shenandoah is a soothing experience. With so many hiking trails and waterfalls nearby."
Water activities: Pohick Bay Regional Park offers boat rentals near the campground. "There is boat rental a short walk down the trail from the campgrounds and the pool and disc golf course are another short trail walk away," according to Ben G.
Farm activities: Visit nearby agricultural attractions. "For kids, there is a duck pond, chicken coop, shallow brook, disable farm tractor, and some other stuff to play with/on/in across the street near the lodge," explains Matt about Graves Mountain Farm.
Spacious camping sites: Bull Run Regional Park provides well-designed sites. "The sites are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone," says Roberta K.
Clean facilities: Pohick Bay maintains good amenities. "The bathhouse is standard but also has laundry and an outdoor dish washing station. The campground was quiet which is nice," reports Ben G.
Mountain views: Equestrian campgrounds showcase scenic landscapes. "Beautiful mountain views" and "charming brook and farm (i.e. things to do for young kids), and okay hiking trails," notes Matt about Graves Mountain Farm Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Some horse campgrounds near Stevensburg include fishing. "The kids were able to fish for hours at the two fishing ponds, which both were stocked with bass and bluegill," shares Jason G. about Fort Valley Ranch.
Seasonal challenges: Weather affects camping conditions. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," explains Carol B. about winter camping at Big Meadows.
Noise factors: Some campgrounds have unexpected noise issues. "The only drawback is that it is not quite. There is a shooting range in the park. It is on a flight path for DCA. And, I66 is not that far away," warns Drew M.
Insect activity: Be prepared for seasonal bugs. "The bugs when we got here were kinda crazy. They don't bite but they swarm your head and try to enter every orifice for some reason. A head net was helpful," advises Veronica S. about Big Meadows.
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds require advance booking. "Not all sites are level (half). Staff are always nice and go out of their way to help," notes Robert P. about Pohick Bay.
Activity planning: Bull Run Regional Park offers extensive family programming. "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides," shares Bridget H.
Bathroom considerations: Choose sites with convenient facilities. "We tent camped there with 2 other families memorial day weekend. It rained the entire time but we still had a blast. The best review I can give us of the bathrooms. They're with staying again alone. Locking doors, individual stalls," recommends Yvonne B. about Bull Run.
Wildlife education: Use animal sightings as teaching moments. "You will definitely see deer in the campground as they walk through and browse the understory. They are unafraid of humans unless directly approached," notes Veronica S.
Campsite selection: Pick locations that balance privacy with convenience. "Our site, B112, was surrounded by shrubs under the canopy of trees which provided tons of privacy," suggests Veronica S. about Big Meadows.
Leveling challenges: Some sites require extra preparation. "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," advises Drew M. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Site access: RV campers should check road conditions. "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. about Fort Valley Ranch.
Weather preparation: Cold weather camping requires extra planning. "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," notes Carol B.
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