Hidden Riverside Retreat: The Bowl, Virginia

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Our campsite is located where the North Mayo River meets the base of No Business Mountain. At the end of a beautiful canopied 1/2 mile hike (uphill and down) there’s a secret spot We call The Bowl. The Bowl boasts a completely flat bottom, speckled with primarily hardwood trees set entirely upon the banks of the lazy North Mayo River. The other three sides of The Bowl consists of steep hills and rocky outcroppings. It’s just you and nature. River and mountains. And wildlife. The gentle slope to the riverbank in addition to the protection of the hills makes the Bowl feel like it’s own little paradise. The hike from the driveway to the campsite is doable for a beginner to moderate hiker. The site is not accessible by cars but is great for horses, donkeys, ATVs or adventurous bikers. Of course our favorite way to get there is on foot. Our home and little farm is at the entrance to the trail but cannot be seen from the campsite. There is a screen house at the trail head with a bathroom and kitchenette, which can be used by campers at any time.