Todd Lake Campground

Closed — Closed for the winter season. Reopens May 15, 2026. Operates first-come, first-served mid-May through late October.

About

Todd Lake Recreation Area offers a historic campground nestled in the George Washington National Forest along the North River Ranger District. The campground features 18 moderately sized campsites, two of which are wheelchair accessible, providing a comfortable base camp for outdoor recreation. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis from mid-May through late October, the facility offers amenities including hot showers available exclusively to campers, flush toilets, and drinking water from community hydrants. The recreation area combines camping with day use facilities, featuring a wheelchair accessible beach, children's playground, and plenty of open fields perfect for relaxing summer afternoons. Each campsite includes grills and picnic tables. A dump station is available on-site, though the campground is not suitable for large RVs. Campsites are limited to one RV or two tents, no more than two vehicles, and no more than eight persons per site. The location serves as an excellent base for exploring multiple trails popular among mountain biking, backpacking, and hiking enthusiasts. Swimming and non-motorized boating are available at the lake. The campground operates with quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. The America the Beautiful Senior and Access Pass provides a 50% discount on the base campsite fee and day use fee.

Directions

From Harrisonburg, travel south on State Route 42 passing through Bridgewater. Continue 3.2 miles to the intersection of SR 42 and 809/747 at a sharp left-hand turn. Turn right onto SR 809/747 and continue 3.4 miles to a four-way stop in Mt. Solon. Continue straight on SR 747 (Freemason Run Road) for 2.3 miles to a three-way stop. Continue straight on SR 747 for 1.0 miles to the intersection with SR 730 (Stokesville Road). Continue straight on SR 730 for 1.3 miles to the intersection with SR 730 (North River Road). Continue straight on SR 718 (Stokesville Road) for 1.1 miles to the intersection of Forest Service Road 95 and FR 101. Turn left onto FR 95 and travel 3.1 miles to Todd Lake Recreation Area on the right.

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