Best Equestrian Camping near White Post, VA

Fort Valley Ranch offers camping accommodations with 45 sites for tent, RV, and cabin camping near White Post, Virginia. The property features big-rig friendly access with full hookup options including electric (30 and 50 amp), sewer, water, showers, and toilet facilities. Campsites include picnic tables and fire rings, with firewood available for purchase. The campground maintains clean, well-maintained bathroom and shower facilities that receive positive mentions from visitors. Particularly appealing for families, the property includes two fishing ponds stocked with bass and bluegill. While not offering dedicated horse corrals according to the amenities list, Fort Valley Ranch does specialize in horseback riding opportunities with on-site stables and trail riding options for campers.

Located within a 10-minute drive of hiking trails and river activities, the ranch provides convenient access to outdoor recreation beyond horseback riding. The campground features level pull-through sites that require minimal setup, making arrival and departure straightforward even for larger rigs exceeding 50 feet in total length. Despite initial concerns about road access, the winding roads present no significant challenges for larger vehicles. The ranch's setting offers abundant shade throughout the campground, creating comfortable conditions even during summer heat. Swimming and wading opportunities are available at a nearby river access point, complementing the on-site fishing. The campground's location in a valley surrounded by mountain views creates moderate temperatures, typically reaching 80°F during daytime and dropping to around 60°F at night in mid-August.

Best Equestrian Sites Near White Post, Virginia (8)

    1. The Cove Campground

    15 Reviews
    High View, VA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 858-2882

    "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."

    2. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."

    "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. "

    3. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $43 - $100 / night

    "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."

    4. Fort Valley Ranch

    1 Review
    Woodstock, VA
    23 miles
    Website

    $30 - $45 / night

    "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."

    5. Trout Pond Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Baker, WV
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 897-6450

    $25 - $105 / night

    "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."

    6. Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    5 Reviews
    Syria, VA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 877-9659

    $12 / night

    "Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired."

    7. Vagabond Isle

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    Big Pool, MD
    42 miles
    +1 (301) 800-8725

    $100 - $150 / night

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2021

    Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    Misleading campsing website

    Looked 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.

  • M
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    Fine place, but not really primitive and some major drawbacks

    BOTTOM 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. 

    Acknowledging that reviews are totally subjective, here is a brief summary of some of the pros and cons (in our humble opinion):[

    PROS/CONS

    Pros:

    • Beautiful mountain views
    • charming brook and farm (i.e. things to do for young kids), and okay hiking trails
    • friendly campers and staff
    • ease of check-in process
    • low cost
    • Can (technically) hike intro Shenandoah National Park

    Cons:

    • campground bathrooms and port-a-jons in poor condition
    • street lights in primitive camping area
    • yellow jacket nests in primitive camping area (with no warning signs)
    • the gnats and flies were bad (way worse than I've ever experienced; probably due to the horse and cow poop)
    • decent amount of horse/cow manure in the primitive camping area
    • camping area is mixed with RVs, equestrian trailers, & tent campers
    • camping area was restricted to a smaller area, forcing camps a little too close together (so much room that wasn't allowed for pitching camp and spreading out)
    • few trees in camping area (more of an open field)
    • 35-40 min drive to either entrance of Shenandoah National Park (then you still have to drive to the trail you want to hike)

    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.

    I'm happy to elaborate on any particular bullets.

    HELPFUL TIPS:

    • Sites are first come, first served -- there are a few "primo" spots, but get there before noon to nab them
    • There is local firewood available at the General Store/Post Office in Syria, VA (~0.2 mi from campground); about $7/bundle (you'll probably need 3-4 bundles for a night)
    • Use trees to block out some of the light from street lights (only a handful of spots can do this bc few trees); or try to get a spot as far away as you can get
    • 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.
    • Free range horses (they're penned-in) come back at dusk and head out at dawn -- fun to watch from the campground, especially for kiddos
    • Bring your own water, if possible
  • Katy S.
    Jul. 6, 2020

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Huge campground, great trails

    We 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!!!

  • g
    Nov. 6, 2021

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Perfect place to camp in Shenandoah National Park

    We 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.

  • Ted C.
    Mar. 29, 2017

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Great campground, great location.

    Stayed 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.

  • N
    Feb. 19, 2020

    The Cove Campground

    Beautiful nature. Not so beautiful bathrooms.

    Pros: Very friendly and accommodating staff. We camped in October and we had pretty much the entire place to ourselves. Beautiful lake and overall picturesque setting. Free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun. Cons: WiFi signal weak and intermittent, even close to router. We camped in sites with hookups near office and entrance and the toilets are really far. The showers are even farther-like a 15-20 minute walk with bad signage directing to. The view from the showers were breathtaking, but the showers themselves left much to be desired. We had told they had just been cleaned, but they were so old and rust stained that it still felt kinda gross. Cobwebs along ceiling, dim lighting and worn paint added to the overall dinginess. There are no hooks to hang a towel and no shower curtain, wall or door so the bench with my clothes and towel got wet as did the floor, so you step out of shower into a puddle.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 26, 2021

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Lousy site but saved by first-come-first serve flexibility

    Huge number of sites situated in an open area with some trees. Our reserved site, E172, was on a sloping, crumbling  asphalt pad and we couldn't get our 17' travel trailer level. We almost left but heard by word of mouth that C loop is first come first served so we ended up in C130 on a relatively level asphalt pad close to clean bathroom. No services at the site but clean water spigots are sprinkled around the site. Easy access to lovely hike to falls including stint on Appalachian trail. Clean showers in central location plus inexpensive laundry facility. We ate dinner at the lodge one night and enjoyed our food and the accommodating staff on an extremely crowded evening.

  • C
    Aug. 29, 2018

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Lots of wildlife

    This campground is located in the Shenandoah National Park in Stanley , Va on Skyline drive and offers some amazing views! There are several hikes in close proximity to the campground and the Appalachian Trail goes through this part of the park as well! The staff are very friendly , the park is clean and there is wildlife everywhere. Loved hearing the owl at night! If you don't feel like cooking , the lodge is very close by with delicious food , a warm fireplace , local musicians, games and lodging for those who don't choose to camp. The Big Meadows Lodge is not open all year , so check the schedule if this is a must do !

  • Anne K.
    Apr. 26, 2020

    Bull Run Regional Park

    Typical

    Lots of trees to protect from hot Virginia sun

    Woke up to sounds from gun range.


Guide to White Post

Virginia offers a fantastic experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with several campgrounds providing excellent amenities and activities tailored for equestrians.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At Fort Valley Ranch, visitors can enjoy horseback trail riding along scenic paths, making it a perfect spot for families and horse lovers alike.
  • Graves Mountain Farm Campground allows pets and offers a rustic atmosphere, ideal for those looking to connect with nature while bringing their horses along.
  • Lost River State Park Campground features reservable sites that accommodate horse camping, providing a great base for exploring the surrounding trails.

Equestrian campgrounds include ample facilities

  • The Cove Campground is big rig friendly and offers electric hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay for campers with horses.
  • Bull Run Regional Park features spacious sites with picnic tables and fire rings, making it a family-friendly option for horse camping.
  • Virginia Big Meadows provides access to trails right from the campground, perfect for those looking to ride directly from their campsite.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities

  • At Trout Pond Recreation Area, visitors can enjoy hiking and fishing, with opportunities to explore the area on horseback.
  • Vagabond Isle is located near the Tuscarora Trail, offering a unique experience for those who want to combine hiking and horseback riding.
  • Lost River State Park Campground also features hiking trails that are accessible for horseback riding, making it a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near White Post, VA is The Cove Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.

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