8 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Shenandoah River State Park features elevated glamping experiences with yurts and climate-controlled accommodations situated near the scenic riverfront. The park's glamping campgrounds offer luxury touches including comfortable beds, electricity, and private decks overlooking natural surroundings. One visitor noted, "The river, the views, the experience - it's all good, probably the best time I ever had." Unlike standard camping, these accommodations maintain modern conveniences while offering proximity to miles of hiking trails, mountain biking routes, and the majestic Shenandoah River, making them popular choices for travelers seeking comfort without sacrificing natural immersion.
Glamping accommodations at The Cove Campground and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park provide unique stays with luxury canvas tents and comfortable indoor-outdoor living spaces. These sites feature amenities rarely found in traditional camping, including swimming areas, beaches, and specialized recreational facilities. According to a camper, "Beautiful campground with accommodating staff. Plenty to do for nature enthusiasts!" Jellystone Park offers family-friendly glamping campsites with themed yurts and safari-style tents that include full bedding, climate control systems, and private patios. Guests particularly appreciate the convenience of on-site markets, swimming pools, and organized activities that complement the upscale outdoor experience while maintaining proximity to Shenandoah National Park, local wineries, and historical sites throughout the Winchester region.
"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.”"
Available next weekend
from $27 - $427 / night
"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."
"Almost everything, from the grounds, to rec halls, to pool and laundry, was sparkling clean and beautifully maintained."
"This KOA offers close and cozy get away near Harper’s Ferry Virginia. Technically within walking distance to the National Park shuttle to downtown."
from $40 - $80 / night
"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."
"Freshwater hookup and electrical hookup were convenient (and the water tasted great :)."
"Lots to do on-site. Tent camped and really had a great time. Harper’s Ferry is a beautiful place to hike, camp and visit. Highly recommended!"
"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"
"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."
Available next weekend
from $30 - $75 / night
"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
"We set up our tent on gravel. No hookups to electricity or water. Rangers deliver firewood for your convenience."
"They have tons of things for Children including a waterpark, a jumping pillow, ziplining, trick or treating, haunted trails, etc. The options are endless."
from $99 - $471 / night
"There are options for RV camping with electric, tent spots, small cabins, and the resort if you would rather have a more comfortable resort experience. Pets are allowed in a select few loops."
"We always try to book “outside” loop sites so we don’t have “back neighbors” but none near the lake were available, so we took our chances on an “inside” site in E loop."
from $23 - $29 / night
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.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
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.
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
Glamping near Winchester, Virginia offers elevated outdoor experiences in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills at elevations ranging from 700-1,200 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 85°F and winter lows around 25°F, allowing for year-round camping opportunities. Many sites provide direct access to the Shenandoah River for water activities during warmer months.
Riverside activities: Tubing and kayaking: Low Water Bridge Campground provides convenient river access with shuttle services. "We had some locals tell us of a boat ramp down a nearby windy dirt road (which would have put us south of the campground paddling north so you exit at the campground)," notes one visitor. The shuttle service makes water activities hassle-free, as another camper explains: "They took us up river and dropped us so we could kayak back."
Civil War history exploration: Located near Harpers Ferry, Harpers Ferry Campground serves as a base for historical adventures. "From there you can grab a bite, visit the history of Harper's Ferry or continue exploring more hiking trails," writes a reviewer. The area features significant Civil War battlefields within a 20-minute drive.
Wildlife viewing: The region's campgrounds offer excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "We saw many deer and bear while camping. Just being in Shenandoah is a soothing experience," shares a Big Meadows visitor. Morning and evening hours provide the best animal sighting opportunities.
Natural water features: The Cove Campground earns praise for its lake access. "Beautiful lake and overall picturesque setting. Free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun," writes one camper. Another adds, "There are several different camping areas, and depending on where you end up, you might have a short walk to reach the best fishing spots."
Privacy between sites: Unlike the tight quarters mentioned in the existing description, some campgrounds offer more seclusion. "Though this campground is HUGE, the sites are not piled on top of each other. Our site was surrounded by shrubs under the canopy of trees which provided tons of privacy," notes a Big Meadows visitor.
Off-road recreation options: Beyond the standard hiking and biking mentioned in the existing description, some sites offer more adventurous activities. "This Campground had everything I wanted. Shooting range, ATV trails, fishing, hiking and great campsites," explains a reviewer at The Cove Campground.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly throughout the area. At Big Meadows Campground, "No cell service. We went to the visitor center and connected to the WiFi if we needed to do something online." Similarly, 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."
Weather preparedness: The region experiences rapid weather changes, especially at higher elevations. "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water," shares a Big Meadows camper from a late-season stay.
Seasonal facility limitations: Campground amenities often change with seasons. "The bathhouses were all very clean when I went. The portapotty by our site got significantly worse throughout the weekend and by Sunday morning we stopped using it," reports a visitor to Low Water Bridge Campground.
Wildlife education opportunities: Shenandoah River State Park offers excellent family programs. "Wild life is visible everywhere you go. The children's programs offered on the weekends were great too," explains a camper. These ranger-led activities typically run 30-60 minutes and are ideal for ages 5-12.
Kid-friendly amenities: Some glamping resorts near Winchester feature extensive recreation options. "This campground has tons of nice cabins and tent sites, all in wooded surroundings. There is a small creek to play in and a nice little hiking trail within the campground. Has a great water park, playground and bounce pad feature," writes a visitor at Jellystone Park Williamsport.
Proximity to swimming areas: Families appreciate easy access to water recreation. "We love that the campground has their own beach so it's not over crowded with the public. Near the beach there is a nice playground near shade for parents to watch," notes a camper at Rocky Gap State Park.
Site leveling challenges: RVers should research specific sites before booking. At Jellystone Park Luray, a camper reports: "Our only real drawback was our site was not even close to level. It probably shouldn't have been available for a 40'+ RV. Still, we would go back...just to a different site location."
Utility hookup considerations: While many campgrounds offer electric and water, full hookups aren't universal. At North Fork Resort, RVers note the campground is "Huge" with "Lots of permanent RVs. All parked very close," and that sites are positioned on hills which can affect leveling and hookup accessibility.
Dump station access: Even when full sewer hookups aren't available, most campgrounds provide dump stations. At Shenandoah River State Park, "You will enjoy 30/50 amp electric and water. No sewer at the sites, so plan on using the dump drain on the way out."
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