Morris Hill Campground

About

Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, perched on a ridge above the southern end of Lake Moomaw. The 55-site family campground is designed for tent and RV camping, with most sites accommodating any size RV. Amenities include flush toilets, hot showers with warm water, potable drinking water from faucets, and a playground for children. The campground's location makes it an ideal base for exploring Lake Moomaw, a 2,530-acre cold-water lake fed by the Jackson River. Less than half a mile from the campground, visitors can access sandy swimming beaches at Coles Point, a fishing pier for pursuing brown and rainbow trout, bass, and crappie, and a boat ramp. Hikers and mountain bikers enjoy the nearby Morris Hill Bike Trail and Fortney Loop Trail. Back Creek also offers excellent trout fishing opportunities. Group camping is available at two separate group sites accommodating up to 25 guests with space for eight tents, though these feature vault toilets rather than flush facilities. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov, with standard sites bookable up to 6 months in advance and group sites up to 12 months ahead.

Directions

From Covington, VA, take Exit 16A off Interstate 64 to US Route 220. Go north on Route 220 for 5.6 miles to State Route 687. Turn left onto Route 687 and go 3.2 miles to State Route 641. Turn left onto Route 641/666 and go 4.2 miles to State Route 605. Turn right onto Route 605 and proceed 2 miles to the campground entrance on the left.