Property ownership disputes cloud this National Forest dispersed camping area near Baker. One recent visitor reports encountering private property restrictions that contradict the site's listing as public land. The area requires hike-in or walk-in access and permits campfires, pets, and alcohol at no cost.
Given the access uncertainty, campers might consider established alternatives like Wolf Gap or Trout Pond Campground for reliable National Forest camping with clear boundaries.
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Location
Dispersed CampingTrout Run / Great North Mountain is located in West Virginia
Coordinates
38.94198621 N
78.68703318 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- 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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Trout Run / Great North Mountain needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 53 min from Winchester, VA
- 56 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 1 hr 20 min from Staunton, VA
- 1 hr 49 min from Charlottesville, VA
