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Dispersed Camping

Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping

7 Reviews

About

Bureau of Land Management

This colossal lake is a sight to behold. The surrounding forested mountains appear to just drop into the lake, making for scenery reminiscent of majestic paintings by the late Bob Ross. The lake should be checked during migration and winter for waterfowl. At other times of the year, it could host…

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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L
Reviewed Sep. 18, 2023

Beautiful area!

I made a spontaneous trip this past weekend. Easy to find and a beautiful area. Some things to note- the lake front campsites fill up quickly and they are not drive in. Since I sleep in my Jeep, I needed a drive in spot. I drove past the lakefront sites and there are a few really nice spots right…

Month of VisitOctober
Matt M.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 27, 2023

Beautiful, but...

My site was great. It was an established site with a fire ring. It had a large clearing with a pretty flat spot for my tent. I accessed the site on my motorcycle. You wouldn't get a car/truck to the site. The trail is only about 30 yards. I am not sure I was in a camping allowed spot…

Month of VisitAugust
  • Accessible by motorcycle
  • Quite and remote
  • Beautiful evening
DThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jun. 21, 2023

Great For No Hassle One-Night Camping

I only stopped there one night on my way through to Delaware, but it was just what I needed. Great views too, it was quite windy though on the lake. Might be something to keep in mind. Most vehicles should be fine coming in off of 33. From what I hear from another camper, it is rough coming the…

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Month of VisitJuly

Location

Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping is located in Virginia

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Coordinates

38.56564216388397 N
79.14818319813281 W

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