Grayson Highlands Campground

Beautiful state park campground. The main attractions for me are the scenic nature of this high mountain area, the wild ponies that roam nearby just off the Appalachian Trail, and the fact that the temperature is usually pleasant even in the summer due to the 4000’+ elevation. The only downside is that the campsites are not very level, could use some improvements such as more gravel to reduce the muddiness during rainy periods.

Great camping area, we had 2 adults and 2 big dogs, clean bathhouse, friendly camp hosts, very quiet during the week which is nice, couldn't ask for more perfect weather for the 1st week in September, one pony walked around and is friendly, hiking trails in campground and surrounding areas were amazing. Also did the Virgina Creeper on a Wednesday so not a ton of people during the week.

We stayed 3 nights in our travel trailer at site 35 with electric and water hookups. Positives: sites are nicely spaced to give privacy, many sites are pull-through, each site has picnic table and fire ring, most sites are wooded/shaded, rest rooms and showers are among the nicest we have experienced at any park. The main disadvantage is the sites are not very level. We were able to level our trailer satisfactorily, but I could see it would be more difficult at some sites. Also, the pull-through sites at the north end of the campground (site numbers in 50s and 60s) are pretty tight against the campground road. Overall, our stay was very enjoyable and we would definitely return.

They do everything right, the place is clean, but the campsites are on top of one another; our vehicle served as a sound/sight barrier on one side and our tent on the other (my photo looks like there is lots of room because it is a panorama). Site host on duty seems friendly and present; can be seen making rounds regularly. For a PM shower go to bathhouse a little early, 4-5p, to beat the rush and have ample hot water.

Extremely beautiful and peaceful mountain ridge. Twin pinnacle and Wilburn ridge hiking trails are phenomenal, both my kids loved it. Campground is well spaced, quiet and pull-through spaces are nice. The bathroom is very clean, and the shower is warm and has excellent water pressure. Kids love to bike in the campground, and make new friends. Might be a little windy due to the elevation, we had our camper not tent camping, so no problem at all.