Hidden Valley Campground

About

Hidden Valley Campground sits in a secluded mountain valley within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest in Bath County, Virginia. The area earned its name from its hidden, tucked-away character amid the Allegheny Mountains. Vast fields of wildflowers blanket the valley, attracting countless butterflies, birds, and other wildlife throughout the warmer months. The Jackson River winds through the recreation area and is regularly stocked with trout, making this a popular destination for anglers. Movie buffs may recognize the landscape as the filming location for the 1993 film Somersby. A historic antebellum-era mansion, now operated as a bed and breakfast, adds to the area's character. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Sites include picnic tables, and the campground provides vault toilets and potable drinking water from faucets. Campers can pay on-site via the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay mobile app. Dogs are permitted but must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Bear safety food storage requirements are in effect.

Directions

From the intersection of State Route 39 and US Route 220, follow SR 39 west for about 3.25 miles to State Route 621. Turn right on SR 621 and follow it about 1 mile to Forest Service Road 241 (Hidden Valley Road). Turn left on FSR 241 and follow it about 1.5 miles to Hidden Valley Campground on the left.