Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter
This is a day-use picnic shelter only; overnight camping is not permitted. The shelter is currently open and accepting reservations via Recreation.gov. Hours are until 8 PM or dusk, whichever comes first. The day-use area closes at 9 PM and the main gate closes at 10 PM.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 10:30PM 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 continues to be 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 5 AM EDT Sunday 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 11 at 2:50AM 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...Until 11 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
The Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter is a historic day-use facility within the Sherando Lake Recreation Area, often called the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936, the shelter still features original CCC-constructed tables and benches. The covered structure includes four picnic tables, a double pedestal grill, and a fireplace, with additional picnic tables scattered in the surrounding area. The shelter is located a short walk from the spring-fed 25-acre lower lake, which offers a sandy swimming beach, accessible ramp to the water's edge, and a beach bathhouse with changing and shower facilities. Fishing for stocked trout is available with appropriate Virginia licenses. Non-motorized boats and electric trolling motors are permitted outside the swimming area. Surrounding hiking trails range from easy lakeside walks to challenging day hikes connecting to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Torry Ridge Trail. The recreation area is approximately 8 miles south of Lyndhurst via State Route 664, with the Blue Ridge Parkway just 3 miles up the mountain.
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 to the Sherando Lake Recreation Area on the right. The gatehouse is approximately 0.5 miles ahead. If the gatehouse is closed, continue through the recreation area toward the lower lake. The service road entrance to the group picnic shelter is to the left in the sharp curve before you reach the beach parking area.
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 | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (540) 291-2188 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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