Virginia Camping: Shenandoah and Beyond

Virginia offers accessible wilderness just hours from major East Coast cities.

Shenandoah National Park

Skyline Drive

• 105 miles of mountain beauty
• Four developed campgrounds
• Over 500 miles of trails
• AT runs through entire park

Top Campgrounds

• Big Meadows: Most popular, central
• Lewis Mountain: Smaller, quieter
• Mathews Arm: Northern, less crowded

Blue Ridge Parkway (VA section)

• Continues from Shenandoah
• Multiple camping options
• Otter Creek campground gem

George Washington & Jefferson National Forests

• Massive combined forest
• Many developed campgrounds
• Dispersed camping allowed
• Less crowded than national park

Coastal Virginia

First Landing State Park

• Virginia Beach location
• Where English settlers first landed
• Beach access

Kiptopeke State Park

• Eastern Shore
• Bay beach
• Birding hotspot

Virginia Tips

• DC crowds flow to Shenandoah weekends
• Fall colors spectacular
• Skyline Drive closes in snow
• Many parks close some facilities in winter

Plan Your Virginia Trip

Ready to explore Virginia? Browse all recreation sites, read reviews, and plan your trip on CampSeek.

• All Virginia Recreation Sites - Browse campgrounds, trails, and more
• Explore Virginia on the Map - Interactive map with filters
• Campgrounds Across America - Nationwide campground guide

Happy camping! 🏕️