Meili Mtn - Tye River Waterfall

97%

35 reviews

· Tyro, Nelson, Virginia · 35 acres

Hosted by Meili Mountain.

RV/tent site

· 5 guests max

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Rockfish(South).

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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A beautiful, convenient yet very private property on the Tye River will be your base camp for all your favorite area attractions. (Pronounced Mae-Lee) Camp, hike, fish, and relax on 35 heavily wooded acres in the Washington and Jefferson National Forest. The property was bought in 2021 and new features are being added for the ideal hipcamp getaway. Stay tuned for more details and picture as they become available. Learn more about this land: This is your perfect, fully unplugged, rustic back country getaway. Conveniently located directly off Route 56 and across from the Tye River, yet heavily wooded with hiking access to a stunning private waterfall and stream. Only 1/2 mile upstream from Crabtree Falls and about 5 miles to the 3 Ridges/Priest Mountain trailhead on the AT. Also easy drives to many of our favorites like: St Mary's Wilderness - Blue Mtn Barrel House - Trager Brothers Coffee - Basic Necessities Cafe - Spy Rock - Wintergreen - The Brewing Tree - White Rock Falls - Blue Ridge Parkway - Montebello General Store (public restroom for customers) - Sweet Bliss Bakery - Jefferson & Washington National Forest - Tantivy Lavender Farm and so much more. This back-country location has multiple tent sites available* with no amenities and very limited to no cell coverage. We are allowing some camping near the waterfall on an 8x8 wooden tent platform or feel free to camp at a few other spots on the property we will share during booking. (no other campfire site are permitted on the property, although we have a firepit at 2 locations). *Please note that there is NO camping available at the waterfall.This is your perfect, fully unplugged, rustic back country getaway. Conveniently located directly off Route 56 and across from the Tye River, yet heavily wooded with hiking access to a stunning private waterfall and stream. Only 1/2 to 5 miles upstream from Crabtree Falls and the Priest Mountain Overlook parking lot on the AT. Also easy drives to many of our favorites like: -St Mary's Wilderness- Devil's Backbone Brewery-Trager Brothers Coffee-Basic Necessities Cafe-Spy Rock-Wintergreen -Lake Nelson-Blue Ridge Parkway- Montebello General Store (public restroom for customers)-Jefferson & Washington National Forest. This back-country location has multiple tent sites available* with no amenities and very limited to no cell coverage. A parking area with the "upper balcony" is available for camping or feel free to a few hike options (1 to 10min) to more remote spots on the property. (no other campfire site are permitted on the property, although we have a firepit on the upper balcony). *Please note that there is NO camping available near the waterfall this season.

RV details

Campervans and Cars allowed

No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)

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Ask about max motorhome length

Ask about slideouts

Ask about surface type

Ask about surface levelness

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

5 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit. See property rules.

Pets allowed

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No drinking water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 1:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$5.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Forest Bathingexperience

$20.00

Contact the Nestuary (thenestuary.com) for booking information

Reviews

97% Recommend47 ratings · 35 reviews

The campsite is a hit for those seeking a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Most campers rave about the beautiful private waterfall and the seclusion offered, perfect for disconnecting from the hustle and bustle. While the lack of amenities such as electricity, cell service, and basic furniture might be a downside for some, it seems to only add to the rustic charm for others. However, the proximity to the road and the presence of trail cameras aimed at sleeping areas are noted concerns.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Julie M.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Exactly what we were looking for as a campsite with nature all around

Sally W.

6 reviews

Recommends

· July 2024

Chilling in paradise

Tent

So beautiful, so private, We retreated here when the temps in DC approached 100 degrees. And weren’t disappointed. The pool below he falls is chilly but worth the walk. Recommend hanging your hammock up by the falls for the best nap you’ll ever have! We had plans to explore but couldn’t drag ourselves away from this property.

Melissa D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

Off grid beauty

Tent

I am a repeat customer and absolutely love this little slice of heaven. Beautiful property located in close proximity to many awesome hikes and close enough to travel to local breweries and vineyards. No electricity and no cell service might be a downside for some but easy enough to prepare in advance for and gives you a great excuse to unplug and recharge. Host is always kind and responsive.

David I.

1 year on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· November 2023

Tent

I liked that the area is private so you felt secluded. You can explore farther into the property and there’s a nice creek that runs through it with a small waterfall. The area where it is recommend you sleep is literally within throwing distance of the road, but after dark there’s only a handful of cars that drive by. I will say for $60 it seems pretty steep for what you get. Besides the wooden pallet to sleep on there’s a fire pit and that’s it. A picnic table or some chairs would be nice. The shed pictured is not for use. He does have these trail cameras around the property too, one of which is directly aimed at where you sleep. He does mention this and says you can cover them, but just seems kinda odd to need a camera aimed at where guest are going to sleep.

Savannah T.

7 reviews

Recommends

· October 2023

10/10

Tent

We loved our one-night stay here. The property is gorgeous and well maintained. We did a polar plunge in the waterfall pool in the morning as the fall foliage surrounded us. We would definitely return and recommend others to check it out!

Andrew N.

13 reviews

Recommends

· October 2023

Quiet holler, nestled along the Tye

Tent

Meili Mountain is a wonderfully situated property right next to the iconic Crabtree falls. I camped at the sight with the shed and had a great one-night stay surrounded by the changing autumn foliage. Would love to come back again.

Location

Tyro, Nelson, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), and Occaneechi First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking