Zepp Mountain Dispersed sits within George Washington National Forest, accessed by foot on hike-in trails near a creek in the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia. The site is free and managed by the US Forest Service. Campfires are permitted, but pets are not allowed. Campers heading out should pack in all water and supplies, as there are no developed amenities on-site.
Description
Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed areas and other campers. Dispersed camping requires extra responsibilities and skills.
Keep a pack-in pack-out camp. Amenities like water, restrooms or trash cans are not provided.
There are no fees or permit required for dispersed camping in small groups. Group size is limited to no more than 10 people in a designated Wilderness.
Camping stay is limited to 21 consecutive days.
Please camp at least 200 feet from any stream or other water source.
Contact the local District Office to see if any restrictions are in place.
Use a good map to ensure you are not on private land.
Be bear aware: keep a clean camp and keep food out of reach of bears.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsZepp Mountain Dispersed is located in Virginia near Maurertown
Coordinates
38.970466 N
78.565459 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 45 min from Winchester, VA
- 1 hr 4 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 1 hr 21 min from Hagerstown, MD
