Sherando Lake Group Camp
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from early April through late October. Reservations required and available through Recreation.gov.
From Recreation.gov
Reminder: **Electronic gate code** **is required for entry** and included in your confirmation email. **Please** **note it prior to arriving at Sherando Lake as there is no reliable cellular service onsite**. When you arrive, enter the Four Digit Gate Code followed by the **# **sign.
From Recreation.gov
**Tent camping only in Group Camping.** RVs, Pop - Ups and Camper Vans are not authorized to camp in Group Camping.
High Wind Warning issued December 30 at 12:34AM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. The strongest winds are expected through this morning. * WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
About
Sherando Lake Group Camp is situated in the George Washington National Forest's Blue Ridge Mountains and serves as a dedicated group camping facility within the popular Sherando Lake Recreation Area. The campground features five separate tent-only group sites arranged around a loop road, each accommodating up to 15 guests, with a maximum capacity of 75 people when all sites are reserved together. Each site is delineated with fencing and equipped with picnic tables, grills, lantern posts, and a serving table, with drinking water available at every site. The campground provides modern amenities including a bathhouse with flush toilets and hot showers at the upper end of the loop, plus a vault toilet at the lower end. A large open grassy field occupies the center of the loop, providing excellent space for group activities, games, and night-time stargazing. Electronic gate access is required for entry, and campers should note the gate code before arrival as cell phone coverage is unreliable. Recreation opportunities abound with access to the 25-acre Lower Lake featuring a designated swimming area with sandy beach, accessible ramp, and bathhouse facilities. Fishing is available in both the Lower Lake and the 7-acre Upper Lake, which are stocked during spring and fall seasons. Only electric troll motors, canoes, kayaks, and similar boats are permitted. Hiking trails range from easy lakeside walks on the Lakeside and Cliff Trails to challenging day hikes and backpacking trips via the Blue Loop Trail to Torry Ridge Trail and beyond. The Blue Ridge Parkway is just 3 miles away via State Route 664.
Directions
From I-64, take Exit 96 just east of Stuarts Draft. Go south on State Route 624, which becomes State Route 664 at Lyndhurst. Continue south on State Route 664 approximately 8 miles to the entrance for Sherando Lake Recreation Area on the right. The gatehouse is approximately 0.5 miles ahead. Continue through the recreation area to the group camping area at the end of the road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| khall@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (540) 291-2188 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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