The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Mount Jackson, Virginia

Mount Jackson offers over 1,500 pet-friendly camping options, so your dog gets to join the adventure too. Most sites sit near rivers, tucked behind farmland, or within walking distance of forest trails—great for quick swims and wildlife sightings. Expect basics like showers and toilets at most sites, and yes, you can build a campfire. Campers rave about Private Farm Minutes to Cville (594 reviews) for its wide-open spaces and laid-back vibe. Camp Shenandoah Meadows (511 reviews) puts you right next to horseback riding trails, while Private Paradise on Rivers Bend (488 reviews) lets you wake up beside the water. Prices start at $10, with most nights averaging around $50. If you like chasing sunsets with your dog and want quick access to swimming holes, you’ll fit right in around here.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mount Jackson

Mount Jackson offers over 1,500 pet-friendly camping options, so your dog gets to join the adventure too. Most sites sit near rivers, tucked behind farmland, or within walking distance of forest trails—great for quick swims and wildlife sightings. Expect basics like showers and toilets at most sites, and yes, you can build a campfire. Campers rave about Private Farm Minutes to Cville (594 reviews) for its wide-open spaces and laid-back vibe. Camp Shenandoah Meadows (511 reviews) puts you right next to horseback riding trails, while Private Paradise on Rivers Bend (488 reviews) lets you wake up beside the water. Prices start at $10, with most nights averaging around $50. If you like chasing sunsets with your dog and want quick access to swimming holes, you’ll fit right in around here.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mount Jackson

1. Beaver Cove

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27mi from Mount Jackson · 1 site · Tent, RV

Discover the splendor of our beautiful property boasting a 7-acre lake, expansive river frontage, and miles of winding hiking trails. Immerse yourself in nature's wonders, with abundant wildlife and flourishing gardens to explore. Conveniently located mere minutes from breweries, vineyards, and world-class restaurants, our property offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and easy access to Shenandoah National Park, just ten miles away. Nestled within nature's embrace, our retreat is a mere 90-minute drive from Washington, DC, and only 75 minutes from Charlottesville. Experience the best of both worlds as you escape the city and embrace the serenity of the countryside.

2. #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

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8.8mi from Mount Jackson · 4 sites · Lodging

#1Rock Tavern River Kamp sits on acre and half on the banks of the Shenandoah River! We offer 7 yurts and 5 tent sites at main kamp. We are just 5 min from River Hill Distillery, 7 min drive to Luray Caverns. 20 min drive to Shenandoah National Park…lots of hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, and civil war museums in the area. I purchased this property in 2013 ---my Uncle Abe Kibler and Aunt Lizzie Good Kibler owned and operated a tavern across the road for years and rented river lots to their guests---in time this 265 acre spread was sold and divided to many. I am grateful to have a little piece of the Rock Tavern History back in the family. I have so many fond memories of floating the river with my family while growing up and I love sharing this experience with others while offering families the opportunity to create lasting memories!

3. The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

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26mi from Mount Jackson · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

This is part of an 863 acre farm that has been bought sold and re-bought. Cedar Creek me Anders through the center of this property it is absolutely gorgeous a 4 mile trail lead you to the other end of the property and back around. We are very close to quite a few farmers markets, wineries, breweries, and even a distillery in the valley. There is an awesome hike, 2 miles down the road known as Eagle rock with a sprawling view back towards the east, which is absolutely stunning.!!

4. Geodesic Dome~8 acres~Mountain View

27mi from Mount Jackson · 1 site · Lodging

Tucked away in the heart of Shenandoah, this one of a kind geodesic dome home is a beautiful escape and truly an oasis for all who visit. Welcome to Lunar Lookout of Front Royal! ⭐️ A true architectural gem nestled atop the Blue Ridge Mountains. With close proximity to Shenandoah National Park, this dome is the perfect balance between convenience and privacy. Our geodesic dome is perfectly situated as you are surrounded by mountains and wildlife while only being a short 10 minute drive to town. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors with a plethora of activities, including hiking, biking, and exploring natures wonders nearby. Located in Warren County only an hour and a half outside of Washington D.C., the dome is minutes from the Northern VA 4H Center, Appalachian Trail, Shenandoah River and Skyline Drive. This new build was thoughtfully constructed with guests comfort in mind. From the moment you pull in the driveway, you are greeted with beautiful architect and modern design. There are breathtaking views from every room, and the domes wraparound porch is a beautiful place to relax and take in the sunset. Indulge in relaxation and reflection in our lounge room, where glass windows meet beautiful wooden structure that provides a serene atmosphere and invites abundant natural light. Retreat to one of our three spacious bedrooms that provide additional natural light and comfort. Lunar Lookout sleeps 6 adults, with two bedrooms on the main level and one upstairs across from the loft. The main level features a master bedroom and king bed, with a beautiful en suite bathroom attached. The second bedroom on the main level has a queen bed and a private bathroom across the hall. The third bedroom in the dome is located upstairs across from the game room loft area, with its own private bathroom as well. Each bedroom has a smart TV and a spacious closet for your belongings.

5. MountainTop

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44mi from Mount Jackson · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Closed for the season--September 1-May 15. Live sustainably, enjoy life. Enjoy our family's 32 acre eco-wonder property that features forested mountain walking trails, two small ponds, seasonal waterfall, and the Potomac River that runs through it. Perfect private retreat for nature enthusiasts, writers, artists, musicians, contemplatives, and small families. MountainTop got its namesake over 30 years ago for the small mountain plateau that resides at the top of the property, just a short hike from the cabins and campsites. One can easily find the soothing voice of water nearby at the seasonal waterfall or alongside the flowing river. Rejuvenate with friends, families, nature lovers, and contemplatives. Mountaintop offers superb stargazing, swimming, fishing, hiking, strenuous mountain biking, camping, serenity, peace, and connective nature immersion. There are currently three sites: the MountainTop Cabin (sleeps up to 4); the Retreat Cabin (sleeps up to 4): and the Fern Grove campsite (sleeps up to 4). You can book a cabin or the campsite for your family, or the whole place for a small group by booking each site--that will ensure privacy. Last year we hosted wellness retreats for small groups at this little oasis tucked in the mountains of gorgeous West Virginia. "When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe." John Muir Note: All wheel drive or 4-wheel drive needed to cross river. 1 hour from downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia. 1 hour 40 minutes from Charlottesville. 3 hours from Washington, D.C.

Public campgrounds near Mount Jackson

Every site has space for one car (there is a parking lot at the entrance for day hikers and overflow parking), a fire ring with a grill, and a tent pad.

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Wolf Gap Recreation Area

13mi from Mount Jackson · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in George Washington National Forest

Little Fort Campground

14mi from Mount Jackson · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jefferson National Forest

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Mathews Arm Campground

19mi from Mount Jackson · 166 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shenandoah National Park

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Big Meadows Campground

19mi from Mount Jackson · 221 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shenandoah National Park

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Shenandoah River Campground

20mi from Mount Jackson · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shenandoah River State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Garrett

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

Lynda's land is as peaceful and pretty as it is well-located! The tent site and firepit is right next to a very pretty and quiet river and right next to a very nice field! Lynda is also a very nice host with great customer service!

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Abigail

3 weeks ago

3 nights at #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

It was very cozy and romantic! It was nice drinking coffee by the river and watching the sunrise. Bathhouse was very clean and well kept. We can’t wait for our next stay!

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Tom

November 2025

14 ft Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

This was our first time camping at Beaver Cove but hopefully not our last! The site along the river is great and the entire property is full of fun hiking trails and plenty of wildlife. A perfect weekend getaway!

morning view of river from bridge near front

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Jackie

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

A group of four of us stayed at this campsite over the past weekend and had such a wonderful experience! The entire area was clean, spacious, and beautifully maintained, with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The porta-potties were pretty clean, and there were a good number of them stationed out by the front. Firewood was delivered to us by Levi's daughter which was a nice touch. When she wasn't around, we could easily grab a crate of firewood ourselves near the front and pay by Venmo or cash. The firepit that we had at our campsite was great, tall and had great air flow holes at the bottom and a metal grate we could use for cooking. The provided picnic table was nice and very wide. The campsite felt peaceful when we were sitting by the fire at night. The river near our campsite had a good amount of activity with people coming to fish for trout (which the owner stocks with plenty) which means we didn't have complete privacy during the day. However, our campsite's overall atmosphere made it easy to unwind and enjoy nature. I would absolutely recommend this campsite to anyone looking for a relaxing, enjoyable outdoor escape. The location is perfect, only about an hour drive from Centreville, VA which makes the camping experience so much better we didn't have to drive far to experience some wonderful outdoors. Lots of sites to see in the area with hiking so we'll definitely be back to do more activities.

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Kilmar

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

So quiet and peaceful! Especially at night, you can really see the stars. It was clean, fire pit included, and picnic table which was very nice!

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Erik

November 2025

With pets

1 night at #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

This was just the extra night we booked another site and location was amazing and will be back.

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Erik

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

The view and location was everything we were looking for when visiting luray caverns. We actually did a cold plunge in the river. It was awesome. We booked another night just because we wanted to enjoy the scenery and tranquility. The hosts were responsive. The only thing I will say is me and my girlfriend were unable to take a decent shower in the shower rooms because after a minute or so of the water running. It began to smell like sewage. So after the first night we didn’t shower or brush our teeth or anything inside the bathrooms/showers. It was a really horrible putrid smell anytime we tried to shower.

Site 1, prime spot on the trout stream, with 50A/30A, water, and dump station available on your way out.

Zack

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

Great site, I will definitely be back next year! My daughter and I had a great time at the campsite next to the cedar creek

Sam

November 2025

Tent

3 nights at Beaver Cove

Beautiful , tranquil , awesome. Beaver cove was a wonderful rural stay - plenty of wildlife, scenic 360*, streamside camping, and many stars.

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Rhonda

October 2025

19 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

This place was fantastic. And Levi was easy to talk to and deal with. Will definitely go again.

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Nicole

October 2025

14 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

My husband and I had a wonderful time with our 3 dogs camping on Lynda's property for a weekend trip to Shenandoah! The dogs loved being able to run around and play off leash. We set up camp next to the creek where the fire pit was, and it was so quiet and peaceful. We did not use the electric but used the water spigot, which was just a short walk from where we set up camp. We definitely did not explore the property as much as we could have since we spent most of our time there relaxing by the fire after hiking in the national park, but it is absolutely beautiful and there is tons to explore! We hauled a pop up camper with a Ford Excursion, which worked great for us and we are used to doing this kind of thing, but I will say when Lynda says you need 4WD to get down the hill to the creek camping area she is not lying. Use your judgement. If you are not comfortable hauling something up and down a very steep hill and driving on a narrow dirt road, don't chance it. You can definitely get stuck. There is another area where you can set up camp and can still explore the property all the same! Shenandoah is just a short drive away, which makes this the perfect location. There is a road next to the property but it is a quiet back road - only a couple cars when by during our time there. We definitely recommend Lynda's property!!!

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Kolten

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Beaver Cove

Beaver cove was wonderful for my girlfriend and I. Lynda went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. The lake, paddle boats, river and site just amazed us. We loved it here. Almost didn’t write a review because I don’t want everyone staying here! But cheers to Lynda, great work! The fishing was amazing btw

Alice

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

What an incredible site! You have endless space to yourself, a creek to explore, a lake with boats, flat land for your tent, a picnic table, and a fire pit. Just set up your own portable potty and you’re good to go. We didn’t find the water pump but filtered the creek water which was very convenient. Lynda was communicative and helpful. Our free-ranging dog and young son had a blast. Can’t wait to return in warmer weather for a longer stay.

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Sajjad

October 2025

16 ft car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

Great low key place to camp. Plenty of amenities including toilets and water. The host was very hospitable and definitely made sure we were enjoying the site

Tanika

October 2025

Weekend Trip to #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

Everything was really great! The beautiful location was so amazing for a relaxing weekend. We appreciated how well-supplied the site was. Anything we forgot was readily available. It does say to bring linens. That was not needed for us but having an extra blanket is great for those colder nights. We highly recommend waking up early to see the sunrise over the mountains. The mist on the water was so magical and we even saw a mink walking right up to us!

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Matthew

September 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Beaver Cove

Our family has a lovely stay here. Very well kept property and relaxing, camping by the stream!

Ann

September 2025

26 ft Class C

1 night at The Bluffs at Cedar Creek

Wonderful site with great RV hookups, lovely surroundings next to the river and Levi, our host was very responsive and helpful. This was a one night stay and we want to come back when we can spend more time on site.

Charlie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp

What a wonderful retreat! We will definitely be back. Such a nice escape from daily life. Next time we will definitely take advantage of the kayak and tube rentals!

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Rob

September 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

Area down by the river very spacious and well-maintained. Beautiful property. Multiple spots to chose from. Walking paths mowed into the grass along the river. Road width, height clearance, and bends down to river site limit trailer length. I had a truck towing a 15ft teardrop and was fine. There is a public road along the property so there is some road noise but it dies down in the evening. Hiking paths on other parts of property.

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Christina

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beaver Cove

We loved the spot!! We fly fished in the pond and caught large and small mouth bass and a couple blue gill. My daughter and I aren’t very good at fly fishing so it’s always nice to feel successful! The little peddle boat they had available was perfect and we could easily get to the cooler spots. My husband also nymph fished in the river. As others said, there is fire wood but bring an ax to chop it up. We only wish we had better prepared which hikes we wanted to do. We have verizon and there wasn’t any cell service, even in the small town of Washington, so we really just stuck to the camp site. No matter- now we just know for next time!