Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)
Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA) is a national park campground in Virginia. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- National park campground
- Location
- Virginia
- Coordinates
- 38.52862, -78.43873
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Backpacking, Berry Picking, Biking, Birding, Camping, Day Use Area, Evening Programs, Guided Interpretive Walks, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Information Site, Interpretive Programs
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 540-999-3500 X 3747
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)
Overview Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an outdoor family getaway. Recreation Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint while others wind deep into the forest and wilderness. Big Meadows is near many of the major facilities and popular hiking trails in the park. Three waterfalls are within walking distance, and the Meadow, with its abundant plant growth and wildlife, is an ideal nearby attraction. Wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals thriving in the park. The campground is also located right off the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are visible from any of the 75 scenic overlooks. Facilities This expansive campground offers more than 200 campsites, including sites that can accommodate larger groups. Picnic areas are provided, as well as conveniences like flush toilets, showers and a dump station which creates a comfortable camping experience. There is limited WIFI access at the Byrd Visitor Center and Big Meadows Lodge. Cell phone reception is available at the Amphitheather. Natural Features Shenandoah National Park spans 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises abo
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- AmeriGas · 18 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Meadows Campground | National park campground | 0.1 mi | $30–$75 | — |
| Graves Mountain Farm Campground | Private campground | 6.5 mi | — | — |
| Lewis Mountain Campground | Private campground | 6.7 mi | — | — |
| Lewis Mountain Campground | National park campground | 6.8 mi | $30 | No hookups |
| Riverside camping | RV park | 9.1 mi | — | — |
| Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River | RV park | 9.4 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.