Within a 60-minute drive from the Byrd Visitor Center.
Best in Virginia: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Welcome to Private Paradise on Rivers Bend!
Campsite has a firepit, picnic table, river frontage with beach, and fishing hole. Campers can enjoy hiking and the many breweries and wine vineyards in the Shenandoah. Great access point for kayaking. Firewood available (reasonable rates)
close to:
-Scenic Skyline DriveThorton Gap entrance (33 miles)Swift Run Gap entrance (29 miles)
-Shenandoah National Park (50 miles)
-Many great VineyardsPrince Michele (3 miles away)Early Mountain (10 miles away)DuCard (16 miles)Barboursville (24 miles)Horton’s ( 25 miles)
Old Rag Mountain which was voted #10 in the Top 25 hikes in the world,(20 miles)
Historic homes of Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson (Monticello - 41 miles) or James Madison (Montpelier- 21 miles)
This campsite offers a tranquil escape with its beautiful riverside views and ample privacy, making it ideal for those looking to enjoy nature's serenity. Most campers appreciate the spacious sites and well-maintained features, like the convenient fire pits and provided firewood. Visitors often highlight the peacefulness and the abundance of wildlife, such as eagles and fish, enhancing the outdoor experience. However, some guests noted difficulties with access to the water from certain sites or uneven terrain which may require careful navigation.
I’ve been to all the other sites here, and this is the first time I stayed at site #1. Probably the best view out of the 4. Private, lots of space, good signal. I set up my shelter facing the river and it was amazing.