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James River Depot

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· Glasgow, Rockbridge, Virginia
30 acres hosted by Wendy O.
5 tent sites
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Near Shenandoah National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Rockfish(South).
Best in Virginia: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Best tent-sites: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
An active hay field nestled between the river and the railroad.  A great place to enjoy some R and R.  We love to float the James and there is easy access to the river on our property.  A beautiful field as well as some trees for added shade. Fun to hear the trains and the water as you get amazing views of the night sky.Narrow entrance is marked with a sign, James River Trail. Drive over the tracks and through the hayfield to find your slice of wooded, riverfront camping.  All sites are primitive with one shared portable toilet.   All sites have a picnic table and fire pit with a grate. There are two active railroad lines; one on each side of the river. They do run through the day and night and are obligated to whistle when approaching our crossing.  I have my camp listed as dispersed but all 5 sites are labeled: I treat it first come, first choice.  All sites are on the river! I can't accept or allow RV's or trailers. Zoning restrictions-sorry. Firewood is available at $10 per wagon load.   We are very close to the Jefferson National Forest where you can find great hikes like the Belfast trail fondly called Devil's Marbleyard. We are also just a few miles from the Natural Bridge State Park.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
River, stream, or creek
Field
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676 Ratings · 521 reviews
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Julie L.recommends
November 12, 2024
James River Depot
Private and beautiful
We loved the privacy and the river view. Would definitely come back!
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Zabrina L.recommends
October 28, 2024
James River Depot
Private little section of the James River! Loved the site and so did our dog. Everything about our stay was perfect.
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Alan H.recommends
October 27, 2024
James River Depot
Beautiful Place
Mike and Wendy are the Best! Wonderful place! Loved the campsite, the river and the trains. Didnt want to leave.
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Beverly M.recommends
October 20, 2024
James River Depot
Great camping hangout
Well maintained and lovely camp site. Each site has easy river access and have good tree separation. We rarely heard our neighbors. Easy to find with the host directions. Only drawback was the two sets train tracks that passed by with some frequency.
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Jason G.recommends
October 20, 2024
James River Depot
Past expectations and loved and appreciated what they let us experience on the property.
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Nora R.recommends
October 16, 2024
James River Depot
We had a great time camping at James River Depot! The campsites are very spacious and private, and the firewood and bathrooms are conveniently located.
Location
Glasgow, Rockbridge, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Wendy O.

Joined in August 2018
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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