Big Meadows Campground Introduce
Welcome to Big Meadows Campground, a popular camping destination located in the heart of Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Renowned for its breathtaking views, abundant recreational opportunities, and family-friendly atmosphere, this campground offers an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Campground Environment:
Big Meadows Campground is situated at an elevation of 3,500 feet, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding Shenandoah Valley. The campground is nestled amidst lush forests, open meadows, and diverse wildlife, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting. Its location along the scenic Skyline Drive provides easy access to the park's numerous attractions.
Services and Amenities:
Big Meadows Campground offers a range of services and amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for guests, including:
- Designated campsites with picnic tables and fire rings
- Restrooms with flush toilets and showers
- Potable water supply
- Amphitheater for ranger programs and presentations
- Ranger station with information and assistance
- Dump station for RV waste disposal
- Food storage boxes to protect food from wildlife
Please note that there are no hookups for RVs or trailers at this campground. Additionally, all campsites are by reservation only, so it's essential to book your site in advance.
Campground Features:
Big Meadows Campground is known for its:
- Spectacular views of the Shenandoah Valley, especially during sunrise and sunset
- Convenient access to numerous hiking trails, including the Appalachian Trail
- Ranger programs and educational opportunities about the park's natural and cultural history
- Excellent stargazing opportunities due to minimal light pollution
- Family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages
Activities and Attractions:
Guests at Big Meadows Campground can enjoy a variety of activities and attractions, including:
- Hiking and backpacking along the park's extensive trail system
- Attending ranger programs and learning about the park's ecology and history
- Stargazing under the dark night sky
- Picnicking and enjoying the scenic views
- Wildlife viewing, with opportunities to spot deer, black bears, and various bird species
- Exploring other attractions along Skyline Drive, such as overlooks, visitor centers, and historical sites
Campground Promotion:
Experience the magic of Shenandoah National Park at Big Meadows Campground. With its stunning views, convenient amenities, and abundant recreational opportunities, this campground is the perfect place for your next family vacation or outdoor adventure. Book your site today and create unforgettable memories in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.
Contact Information:
Address: Skyline Dr, Stanley, VA 22851, USA
Phone: (540) 999-3500
Mobile Phone: +1 540-999-3500
Additional Information:
Big Meadows Campground is operated by the National Park Service. Reservations can be made online at Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. The campground is typically open from spring to fall, and specific opening and closing dates may vary. For more information about the campground, including rates, availability, and regulations, please visit the Shenandoah National Park website or contact the park directly.
Location
Customer Reviews
Great campground with clean facilities, a camp store, a restaurant and a gas station. We car camped here for a night on a group site with 2 other couples. The group sites have 2 pads that fit 2 cars each (at best), 2 picnic tables and a fire pit. It was right next to the restroom. The only downside was the group site had a lot of land in-between the two parking pads. Most single sites have a pad and then there is overflow parking. There is also 'tent only' walk to sites available. Each site also has a picnic table and fire pit. There is a community spigot for water and at the restroom area is a slop sink to do dishes. There is a mixture of book ahead sites and book 4 days ahead. Use the rec.gov app or website to figure out. This place sells out even mid November so plan ahead.
Beautiful campground. It was very busy when we went but the area is beautiful and it was totally worth it. Deer are not afraid of people at all and come right up to your camper. Showers and bathrooms were clean, laundry was only $1 for the washer and 25¢ per 7 minutes.
At the risk of making more people come here and fighting for more camp spots, I am writing this review for the good of all. Big Meadows Campground is absolutely amazing. They have many campsites and are nestled at the top of the mountains, elevation approximately 3500ft. It sits at the top of the Shenendoah national park in Virginia. You will have to pay an entrance fee to get in to the park and an additional fee for the campground spot od your choice, unless you are a veteran, military, or disabled.
Some of the nicest camping I’ve ever done. We absolutely loved this campground and the surrounding area and saw tons of deer! We camped on the site that bordered the edge of the Appalachian Trail which felt neat to be so close. This campground also has hiking right from the campground so you don’t have to drive. There is a very small camp store within walking distance that is open 10-8 that has ice, firewood and some essentials. The laundry is there too along with the $5 showers for 10 minutes. I really don’t understand the reason to charge for showers, it just seems like a hassle as there is an attendant running around removing quarters from the showers just to return them back into the change machine. One of the two change machines was broken and the other working one didn’t work that well. It just seems easier to charge a couple more dollars a night for camping, have free showers, and do away with the quarter dilemma.
We tent camped four nights. We had site A081 which was across the street from restroom. Nice tree for shade. We didn’t use shower facilities as they were $5 for 10 minutes paying with 20 quarters. Also the firewood is $10 a bundle. They sell bundles at Rural King in front royal for $6.50 We hope to return as we love hiking and so many beautiful hikes close by. All in all a nice campground. Have Verizon and had no service but were able to use wifi at Lodge with no problems. Nice parking at our site.
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