Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp
Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp is a national forest campground in Virginia. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.57583, -79.53417
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 540-291-2188
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp
Overview Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors to enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of the area. Easy access from the interstate and close proximity to historic Lexington and Natural Bridge State Park make Cave Mountain Lake an ideal destination. Cave Mountain Lake covers seven acres and was built in the late 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps, using existing natural rock buttresses to form the 35-foot dam. A grassy field extends from the lake's sandy beach to forested hills that paint a scenic backdrop. Recreation The 7 acre lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area which includes a sand beach. Fishing for youth only (ages 15 and under) is open from April 1st through June 15th, then fishing is open to anglers of all ages with a valid Virginia fishing license for the remainder of the season. There are several piers around the lake for better fishing access. A number of opportunities for photography, birding, and wildlife viewing are available along the trails and water's edge. Hiking trails surround the area, offering everything from a short walk around the lake to an all-day hike along the nearby ridges. The Panther Knob Trail starts beside the group picnic shelter and skirts the edge of the lake to the dam. Visitors may also enjoy a day hike or backpacking trip on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, the James River Face Wilderness, or the Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Facili
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Montebello Resort · 29 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane · 3.7 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 66 designated routes (90 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cave Mountain Lake Campground | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Cave Mountain Lake Campground | Private campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Hopper Creek Group Campground | Private campground | 1.7 mi | — | — |
| Hopper Creek Group Camp | National forest group campground | 1.8 mi | — | No hookups |
| Blue Hollow Campground | Free campsite | 3.2 mi | $75 | — |
| Colon Hollow Shelter | National forest camping area | 3.6 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB), Recreation.gov (RIDB), Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.