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Big Meadows Campground

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campground in Virginia (via Wikimedia)

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Opening hoursMar 30-Nov 30 open

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Big Meadows Picnic Grounds
Big Meadows Picnic GroundsAttractions

Big Meadows is a recreational area of the Shenandoah National Park in Madison County and Page County, in the US state of Virginia. The meadow is located on the Skyline Drive at Milepost 51 and contains the park's Harry F. Byrd Visitor Center, a lodge, camp store, and camping area. Several hiking trails can be accessed from Big Meadows, including the Mill Prong Trail which leads to Rapidan Camp on

1.2 km · ~14 min walkDirections ↗
Blackrock (1,116 m)
Blackrock (1,116 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Virginia, United States of America

1.6 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
Lewis Spring Falls
Lewis Spring FallsWaterfalls2.8 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Stony Mountain (1,097 m)
Stony Mountain (1,097 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Madison County, Virginia, United States of America

3.3 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
Dark Hollow Falls
Dark Hollow FallsWaterfalls

Dark Hollow Falls is a waterfall in Shenandoah National Park in the US state of Virginia. It is the closest waterfall to Skyline Drive and is the most-traveled trail in the park. The falls are at an elevation of 3,429 feet and cascade 70 feet. The trail is a 1.4-mile loop from the parking lot on Skyline Drive.

3.3 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
Rose River Falls
Rose River FallsWaterfalls5.1 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Cedar Run Trailhead
Cedar Run TrailheadTrails & trailheads10.8 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Whiteoak Canyon Trail
Whiteoak Canyon TrailTrails & trailheads15.9 km · ~25 min driveDirections ↗
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National ParkParks & play

Shenandoah National Park is a national park of the United States that encompasses part of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. The park is long and narrow, with the Shenandoah River and its broad valley to the west, and the rolling hills of the Virginia Piedmont to the east. Skyline Drive is the main park road, generally traversing along the ridgeline of the mountains. Almost 40% of the park's la

50.2 km · ~77 min driveDirections ↗
Bailey Mountain (561 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Virginia, United States of America

64.8 km · ~87 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at Big Meadows Campground?

Big Meadows Campground charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are there toilets at Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, showers are available.

Is there WiFi at Big Meadows Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is there an RV dump station at Big Meadows Campground?

Yes, there's a sanitary dump station.

When is Big Meadows Campground open?

Listed opening times: Mar 30-Nov 30 open.

Who runs Big Meadows Campground?

Big Meadows Campground is operated by National Park Service.

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