The best cave campgrounds near Charlottesville, Virginia

Looking to go camping near Charlottesville, Virginia? Hipcamp has over 170 options available specifically for cave camping in the area. Whether you're spelunking or just enjoy the unique terrain, you'll find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Wilderness Adventure (235 reviews), Rendezvous Farm (222 reviews), and Arcadia Sanctury (106 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and activities such as paddling, wildlife watching, and biking, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average price of $45 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Charlottesville

Looking to go camping near Charlottesville, Virginia? Hipcamp has over 170 options available specifically for cave camping in the area. Whether you're spelunking or just enjoy the unique terrain, you'll find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Wilderness Adventure (235 reviews), Rendezvous Farm (222 reviews), and Arcadia Sanctury (106 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and activities such as paddling, wildlife watching, and biking, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average price of $45 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Charlottesville

1. Dragonfly Homestead

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33mi from Charlottesville · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

HELLO EVERYONE. Happy Holidays... if you want to stay just send a note, and check....it's wonderful in the Shenandoah valley. We're a Small private location, 3 or 4 sites Near some large campsites in a popular recreation area. We added 2 small ponds, a large garden, flowers, small fruit trees, raspberries, and other native herbs and edibles. and we DO have lots of dragonflies in summer DIRECTIONS.. USE Google GPS. several ways depending on where you are coming from.. Highway exits closest. on 81 exit 213, 217 from those it's about 6 or 7 miles. Route 64. exit 94 / route 340 / Waynesboro... we are 10 miles from that one. We welcome guests to our charming location 1413 Cold Spings Road, Stuarts Draft, VA. Near Waynesboro. if you want to come during off season, contact us, perhaps we can host you. We are in a rural area, near a town, and on a lovely scenic road with no streetlight or stop lights. Near the Blue Ridge hills, Appalachian trail, Sherando Lake, several camp grounds, South River, many streams and some national forest. We once had a large group of permaculture students that was very satisfied. We are developing in 2025 Lots of open here so campfires are ok. We have space for a motorhome to 20 feet, with electric, and space for small RVs, tent, or trailer One place is great for a hammock between trees. If you have a group, room for a dozen small tent sites so contact us. We can work something out. Land is mostly level we are in a lovely recreational area. We're fond of the musically inclined. So bring your instruments. we love nature enthusiasts, homesteaders, bushwhackers, bicyclists, bikers, scooter fans, road trippers...Come practice your camping or homesteading skills. Lot of trails nearby. Plenty of space to run and play. Pets welcome. They do not need to be on a leash, but they could run into the woods. There is a full bathoom in the house available to guests, and an outhouse if needed. private, warm, friendly environment. gas and groceries only a few miles away. well water. Firewood is sometimes available, we are near wooded area. Owner is a Realtor, specializing in rural property.

2. Arcadia Sanctuary

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43mi from Charlottesville · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Welcome to Arcadia Sanctuary An 83-Acre Mountainside Retreat for Earth-Based Spirituality in Central Virginia Arcadia is our beloved sanctuary for earth-based spirituality, nestled on the southeastern slope of 4,000-foot Mount Pleasant in Central Virginia. Conveniently located near I-81, Arcadia offers a secluded, nature-immersed experience—just a short drive from the modern world, yet miles away in spirit. Please note: There is a town called Arcadia off I-81, but we are not located there. Be sure to follow our directions carefully. A Living Landscape of Forest, Water, and Wildness Our land features a flowing mountain creek with waterfalls, towering Beech and Sycamore trees, and Witch Hazels leaning gracefully over the water. You'll encounter trout, crayfish, salamanders, snakes, and the full chorus of mountain wildlife. With nearly 2,000 feet of vertical mountainside, Arcadia offers trails to explore and camping options ranging from creek side convenience to secluded mountain hideaways. While most of our gathering areas are near creek level, higher sites are available for those seeking solitude—just be prepared for a bit of a hike to the bathrooms, showers, and fresh water. A Natural Amphitheater for Music and Gathering Arcadia is home to one of the finest private stages on the East Coast. Our natural amphitheater—shaped like a pie wedge carved into the mountainside—hosts live performances throughout spring, summer, and fall. With a top-quality sound system and stunning surroundings, it’s a magical venue for music, ceremony, and celebration. Stay With Us: Yurt Glamping, Tent Camping & More Our beautiful yurt is available for rent and offers a unique glamping experience surrounded by nature. For traditional campers, we offer multiple campsites near the creek, as well as more remote locations higher up the mountain. Every stay includes access to the shared amenities: bathrooms, hot showers, fresh water, and community gathering spaces. Meet the Arcadia Community Arcadia is alive with more than just trees and streams. You’ll share space with our free-roaming flock of chickens, ducks, turkeys, and guinea fowl, along with two friendly dogs, nine curious cats, and the human stewards who live and care for this land year-round.

3. Shenandoah National Park

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589 sites · Shenandoah, Virginia

Plan a mountain getaway where Virginia’s Blue Ridge meets the blue sky.

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Loft Mountain Campground

18mi from Charlottesville · 202 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shenandoah National Park

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Big Meadows Campground

33mi from Charlottesville · 221 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shenandoah National Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

This is our mountain and your campsite will be about a third of the way up it.

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Tyler

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Arcadia Sanctuary

Great place to view the mountains and a beautiful view. The hosts are very kind I had a great visit.

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Sam

October 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Arcadia Sanctuary

Great site, we had some care trouble and couldn’t make it all the way up to crows nest and stayed at one of the sites at upper balcony. We were the only ones there and it felt very private. Walked up to crows nest the next day and it was very pretty. Bathrooms and facilities were well taken care of and there was plenty of wood.

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Andrew

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Arcadia Sanctuary

We really enjoyed or stay! The site was remote and was in a nice clearing where we could spread out, relax, and enjoy!