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Thunder Bridge

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· Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge, Virginia

100 acres hosted by Adam P.

4 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 11 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Virginia: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Adam is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and bordering the Jefferson National Forest, Thunder BRidge has scenic, large, private tent sites and cabins in the woods for those who want to experience camping at its finest. Many of the sites border Elk Creek. Our RV sites are large, flat and at the edge of the forest in a well kept open green space. Our 100 acres was originally a camp built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the "30s and early '40s, then a boys' juvenile detention center and Big Brothers'/Big Sisters' camp, which closed in 2009. The tent sites and cabins are in the forest, away from the buildings out front, but you're free to walk around and check out the historic site. We'd like to share the camp with others and see it come back to life. All within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil's Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail, swimming holes, etc. We have river access 2 miles up the road if you'd like to fish or put your kayak or canoe in. Truly, there is something nearby for everyone. We'd be happy to give you recommendations of things to see and do. If you are a star gazer you won't be disappointed by our dark sky.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

Lake

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

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477 ratings · 325 reviews

David H.recommends

November 14, 2024

RV Site 1

Unique, Sweet, and Serene!

I rarely use the word, "unique," but in this case I can say that Thunder Bridge is a beautiful and unique space and so serene. We found the story behind Thunder Bridge very interesting, and the artists and their studios make the place even more special. Adam met us and took us to our space, and explained everything in detail. We met his parents, James and Karen, who were fun to talk to and to visit their studios and see their beautiful artwork. Dave and I met a few of their friends and other artists as well. We enjoyed walking the property with our dog, Kate, and hanging out at our site. The night sky there is great, and we had a bonfire both nights. We would recommend Thunder Bridge for couples with pets, families with children, and folks looking for a fabulous off the beaten path experience. If you are looking for something to do near this camping site, you can also visit Natural Bridge. We enjoyed our surroundings at Thunder Bridge so much that we didn't leave the property until check out. We travel often with our teardrop camper and have been across the country and back several times visiting national parks and historic sites. We feel lucky to have found Thunder Bridge and will definitely return. We hope to meet our son there in the near future. He will enjoy the tent camping sites at TB, and we hope to be at site #1 again. Thank you Adam, James, and Karen for preserving this sweet place and making it available to campers.

Abby G.recommends

November 9, 2024

Site 4 (aka Woodpecker 3)

Our group had a great time at Adam's place. Our site was close to the bath house, which was clean, well-stocked, and met our needs. The site was spacious enough for 5 small tents, and 4 vehicles. Trees were absolutely beautiful this time of year.

Alison B.recommends

November 9, 2024

Site 2 (aka Bunny 3)

Great car camping experience

What a wonderful experience! The campsite was exactly as described. Everything well maintained. The bathhouse and pavilion are convenient and charming. Really beautiful site and lots of easy paths to walk, including with pups. Highly recommend and we will be returning :-)

Flora H.recommends

November 3, 2024

Site 9 (aka Butterfly 2)

Great camping experience

Fantastic experience camping. Adam’s directions and map were great, the sites are level and spacious as well as close to great hiking, and the bathhouse and porta potties are very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and kids are already asking to go back.

Penny T.recommends

November 2, 2024

RV Site 1

Good stopover location.

Good place to stay for 2 nitesduring our travels. Reasonably priced. Adam made checking easy. Site 1 was level, easy pull thru & good w&e hookups for our 30' tt. Large open grassy field to see stars at night. There was an open local artists exhibit in the bldgs while there so we checked out some of the art. The public rd can be busy at times but nothing too extreme. Dump station easily accessible with a good setup.

Brian G.recommends

October 31, 2024

RV Site 3

4th visit and not our last

Thunder Bridge has become a real favorite mountain getaway for us. Big spacious RV sites, beautiful surroundings and most of all…quiet.

Location

Natural Bridge Station, 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