Loft Mountain Campground
Open for the 2026 season since April 29. Closing date is typically late October or early November. The campground offers 141 reservable sites through Recreation.gov and 50 first-come, first-served sites. Reservable sites are released in sections at 6 months, 2 weeks, and 4 days prior to arrival.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 3:00PM EDT until October 12 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected as the remnants of Isaias track across the region starting early Sunday morning. Storms should be highly efficient rainfall producers given the tropical nature of the air mass. In particular, the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge have the potential to see the most rainfall given the continued easterly upslope winds. A further eastward expansion of these watches may be needed. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northwest Virginia, including the following areas, in central Virginia, Albemarle, Central Virginia Blue Ridge, Greene, Nelson and Orange. In northern Virginia, Culpeper, Northern Fauquier and Southern Fauquier. In northwest Virginia, Madison, Northern Virginia Blue Ridge and Rappahannock. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The remnants of Isaias will bring a tropical air mass much into the Mid-Atlantic region late tonight into Sunday. Storms should be highly efficient in this environment and capable of producing several inches of rain throughout the duration of the event. Storm total rainfall is expected to be around 2 to 3 inches, with pockets of 3 to 5 inches along the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 3:02PM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge Counties. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Perched on Big Flat Mountain at 3,300 feet elevation, Loft Mountain is one of the largest campgrounds in Shenandoah National Park. Located at Mile 79.5 on Skyline Drive, the campground provides outstanding views to both the east and west across the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley. The 207 sites are spread across multiple loops, with a combination of reservable sites and first-come, first-served options. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the southern section of the park. Trails to the Big Run Wilderness area and pristine waterfalls are accessible directly from the campground. Over 500 miles of trails wind through the park, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant, with black bears, deer, wild turkey, and numerous bird species throughout the area. Facilities include flush toilets, potable water, a dump station, coin-operated showers, laundry, and a camp store selling firewood and ice. Food storage lockers are provided at sites due to active bear presence. The campground accommodates tents and RVs with deep back-in sites, though no electric, water, or sewer hookups are available. Two ADA-accessible sites and accessible shower facilities are offered.
Directions
From Washington, D.C. metro area: Take I-66 west to exit 43A, then US Highway 29 south approximately 55 miles to Ruckersville, Virginia. Take US Highway 33 west to Shenandoah National Park Swift Run Gap Entrance. Follow Skyline Drive south approximately 15 miles to Mile 79.5 and turn left into the Loft Mountain area. From Richmond: Take I-64 west approximately 87 miles to exit 99 for Shenandoah National Park Rockfish Gap Entrance. Take Skyline Drive north approximately 25 miles to Mile 79.5 and turn right into the Loft Mountain area.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $30 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (540) 999-3500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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