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Elizabeth Furnace Campground in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest allows pets at all campsites while maintaining clean, well-kept grounds. Located just 15 minutes from Strasburg, the campground offers tent and RV sites with picnic tables and fire rings, though no electric or water hookups are available at individual sites. Potable water stations are positioned throughout the grounds for filling tanks or jugs. The campground provides immaculately clean facilities, including flush toilets and hot showers during the main season, with pit toilets available during off-season. Many sites back up to a creek that runs through the property, providing water access for pets to cool off. First-come, first-served sites cost $14 per night (2023 rates), with potential increases to $20 in 2024. America the Beautiful Access and Senior passes qualify for camping discounts.
Passage Creek flows through the campground, offering pets a place to splash and cool off after hiking the numerous nearby trails. The Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area provides multiple pet-friendly hiking paths directly accessible from the campground, ranging from easy walks to challenging routes like the Meneka Peak Trail and Signal Knob loop. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the recreation area to protect wildlife and other visitors. The surrounding forest creates a serene environment where campers report the sound of the creek drowns out most road and campground noise. Sites are shaded and reasonably private, though they can fill quickly on summer weekends and holidays. The proximity to Shenandoah National Park (approximately 30 minutes to the northern entrance) makes this an excellent base camp for exploring the region's extensive trail systems with four-legged companions.
"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"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"We are tent campers and we’re looking for a place close to Shenandoah to ride our motorcycles. This was 3 miles from the north entrance to the park, perfect."
"Hike up a trail or up through the creek itself to a swimming hole only accessible to campers. Saw some decent sized fish swimming around in there."
"Campground Review: What a great find, so close to a town….though feels like you are deep in the forest!"
"In the valley outside of Shenandoah, it was a nice spot to return to at night. There are also some hiking trails across the street."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Great spot right outside Shenandoah NP with quick access to the park or nearby trails. great fishing and hikes for kids, too!"
"There are a couple of sites that have a path to the creek that flows behind the campground.There is also plenty of hiking trails to be completed around the campgrounds of various levels from beginner to"
"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"Unfortunately, it is located right on a major highway. This means there is easy access, but the traffic noise is less than ideal. But the gem of this place is the management and staff!"
"No restaurant within walking range so have food on hand. There are a few places that will deliver but the food is a 5 out of 10 at best. Hwy 81 is right next door so you will hear road noise."
from $38 - $77 / night
Check Availability"Positive: Friendly staff, near the river, close to Shenandoah NP, quiet camping, every site has a fire pit. Negative: sanitary fascilities are old."
"Sites 31 and 32 (despite being near the campground’s public river access) look large and private. Both riverside."
from $30 - $125 / night
Check Availability"Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."
"The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."
"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
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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.
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.
LegendThis place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September. The original site the gave us had a large rut and washed out spot, so we could not get level. I checked in the office and the reassigned another space that was much better. Full hook ups, nice clean shower and bathrooms, playground, pool, large dog park.
ScoutOverall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them. Also the pool and dog park isn’t on site you have to leave to go to it.
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.
Camping opportunities around Strasburg put outdoor enthusiasts in Virginia's northern Shenandoah Valley, where the elevation ranges from 600-2,400 feet and four distinct seasons affect camping conditions. Located at the convergence of Passage Creek and the Shenandoah River, the area offers a mix of national forest, state park, and private campgrounds where water features are often within walking distance of campsites.
Hiking signal knob: At Elizabeth Furnace Family Campground, campers can access several trail difficulties directly from their sites. "Easy access to several trails with a variety of difficulties, including the challenging Maneka Peak Trail and Signal Point loop, or more tame options in and around the site," notes Ryan O.
Fishing in stocked waters: The streams running through several dog friendly campgrounds near Strasburg are regularly stocked with trout. At Elizabeth Furnace Campground, you'll find "a pretty creek running through the campground" with fishing opportunities nearby, according to Matt P.
Tubing and kayaking: Low Water Bridge Campground offers river access with equipment rentals. "Love the fact that they have an outfitter to shuttle you up the river. We got a site right on the river bank so we just hopped out and were at our site!" says RL. The campground also sells tubing trips with shuttle service.
Creek sounds for sleeping: Many campsites back to moving water that provides natural white noise. At Gooney Creek Campground, "you sleep with the sound of the babbling water. Spaces aren't very big but big enough that we didn't feel like we were on top of our neighbors," according to Belinda K.
Wildlife viewing: The Shenandoah region offers frequent animal sightings. At Mathews Arm Campground, one camper reported, "We even had a doe and fawn right in our campsite! Just be careful of the black bears," says Stephen K.
Off-season value: Winter and spring camping offers lower rates and fewer crowds. "We paid $10 per night during the off-season, normally $20 during the main season," notes Shari G. about Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area. Several campgrounds in the region operate year-round with reduced services.
Variable cellular service: Many campgrounds have limited or no cell coverage. At Shenandoah River State Park Campground, "No cell service but the Visitor's Center has WiFi available," according to John B.
Bear safety protocols: Most campgrounds require proper food storage. Mathews Arm Campground doesn't provide bear boxes, "but there are indeed bears, so keep all food in your car," advises Eric K.
Weather preparedness: The region experiences significant temperature changes, even in summer. Carol B. notes about Big Meadows, "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water."
Swimming options: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Strasburg offer water access for cooling off. At Gooney Creek Campground, you can "swim and fish in the creek. Pet-friendly," according to RL.
Transportation assistance: Some campgrounds provide help moving gear. At Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area, Mark N. appreciated group site access: "It was only a short walk from the parking lot on a gravel path which made carrying our gear a breeze!"
Educational programs: Look for ranger-led activities at several area campgrounds. Kim L. mentions Big Meadows has a "Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs" that can engage children and teach them about local ecology.
Water access planning: Most RV sites require filling tanks rather than direct hookups. "There is potable water at multiple locations that you can fill up an RV tank or a water jug if you are tent camping," notes William B. about Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area.
Tight maneuvering: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads and site approaches. At Creekside Campground, Matt S. reports, "Once I was able to negotiate a few big trees, the site was plenty roomy and right on the water."
Affordable dump stations: Many national forest campgrounds offer dump stations at reasonable costs. Chris C. found Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area to be an "Outstanding tent and dry camp area" with "nice and clean" shower facilities despite the lack of hookups.
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