Most wildfires are preventable. Learn to be fire safe
- Stanardsville
Near Shenandoah National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Swift Run Gap.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Romantic
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
What to expect
Hike-in access only
4WD recommended
Tent site
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
No potable water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be availableCheck out: Before 12:00 PM
Late check-out may be availableOn arrival: Head straight to site
Access: Hike in
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
4WD recommended
During your trip
Follow the
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
Tent-only sites
1 site
The Summit at Camp Kilo
100%
(10)Hike-in access only
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
Reviews
99% Recommend34 ratings · 27 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
We absolutely loved the cabin! It was so worth it and it was super clean as well. The drive to the cabin is rocky so I would recommend you have 4WD but it's a beautiful spot!! We went on the hottest day of the year and it was still pretty cool since I the site is on the mountain.
Z
Zeke T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
With pets ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
We stayed in the little cabin. It was nice, plenty of space to setup an air mattress and a table to eat and cook at. It was only a 25 minute drive into Shenandoah park, so it was a perfect location for that.
Just know that the trail to the other tent site is next to the cabin, so other campers may park at the cabin and need to cross through your space to access the trail. Not an issue for us, just be aware that you may have others needing to park and pass through.
N
Nick H.
8 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
The Summit at Camp Kilo
That is quite a hike straight up the mountain! (Especially carrying water) But a fun adventure. The best view though!
J
Joanna C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Group trip ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
Both sites are fantastic. Amazing views from the summit, and the cabin at the small site is super cozy. Dave was very helpful and gave great recommendations for both great hikes and cool things to do in the towns near the site. I would absolutely stay here again.
R
Roman H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent ·
The Summit at Camp Kilo
Beautiful secluded spot with awesome views of the mountains!
G
Gabriella D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
With pets ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
The site was lovely, Dave was really gracious about accommodating my changes. The cabin was clean and instructions were clear. We had a great time!
R
Rachel W.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Secluded and just what I needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I plan to go back soon. Thank you for sharing your place, Dave!
The last stretch to the property is unpaved road, so you’ll need to have AWD or 4WD.
H
Heather T.
10 months on Hipcamp
This spot was lovely. Dave was very responsive and helpful with any questions.
The hike in is STEEP and quite slippery in/after the rain. It took us about 20-30 minutes to get to the top. We enjoyed the challenge, but definitely pack light and bring enough food/water/supplies so you don't have to go up and down multiple times. I'd also follow the host's recommendations to drive an off road capable car. We drove a Honda HRV that *barely* made it up the driveway, and wouldn't have made it up at all if it was wet.
The spot itself was beautiful, private and clear with a decently level tent pad. There was tons of space to sit around the fire pit, and lots of flat ground to prep food. But the sunrise alone was worth the hike!
I wouldn't recommend this spot as a basecamp for a Shenandoah trip due to the intensity of the hike and the risk of getting stuck. We had plans to spend 2 days in SNP, but it rained the first night & morning and we didn't think we could get our car back up the steep driveway, so we ditched our day 2 plans. The only other downside was a group of dogs somewhere down the mountain that barked off and on the whole stay. Definitely ruined the tranquility to some degree. If you're a light sleeper, I recommend bringing ear plugs.
Esme R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
It was lovely - secluded in the perfect way! Only caveat is you'll want to bring a good AWD type vehicle with some decent undercarriage clearance - my Corolla never would've done well going up.
K
Kat W.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Was an amazing campsite would 100% recommend. Easy to chat with but would recommend having a car good a taking deep bumps and incline but my Honda civic made it up fine as long as you drive the throttle easy. Owners are great people and made our trip easy
Bailey H.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
What a great place to stay! Cots were great with our sleeping bags. Had a lot of space. Adirondack chairs and a very nice fire pit.
I would totally book again when I’m back in the Shenandoah area.
J
Jessica T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
With pets ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
A beautiful mountain escape backing right up to Shenandoah National Park. The setting alone makes this place feel special, and the cabin absolutely lives up to it.
The drive in is about 15 minutes along a dirt road with a steeper final stretch, but it’s very manageable and worth it for the privacy. You’re also only about 25 minutes from the Swift Run Gap entrance, making park access easy.
The cabin had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The mountain themed decor made it feel warm and inviting, the cots were surprisingly comfortable, and having dog beds already there was a huge bonus. Our dogs loved it.
If the upper tent campsite isn’t booked, which you can reserve as well, you might have the opportunity to hike the half mile trail up to it and take in a gorgeous overlook. It’s about a 30 minute uphill hike with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain and well worth it. We stayed during some on and off rain and still had a great trip. Even without a view at the top, it was still a really enjoyable hike.
The nearest grocery store is about 25 minutes away in Stanardsville at the Greene Great Valu, which was convenient for anything we needed.
Make sure to check out South River Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfall hikes in Shenandoah National Park.
Overall, a peaceful and scenic stay. We would definitely come back!
Garrett M.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent ·
The Summit at Camp Kilo
An unbelievable spot.
The road that leads to the property is rocky but doable in any car if you take a slow. The driveway up is a different story but Dave planned for this and the alternative only added a bit more steps to the journey. The hike up the mountain is steep with about 500 elevation gain in a little over half a mile. The yellow arrows he added really helped. And the view is unbeatable!
H
Hope D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Awesome camp site, you definitely need 4wd, the dirt road to get there is 2 miles long and pretty rocky. The site was amazing though and super quiet and peaceful
K
Katelyn R.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
With pets ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
We really enjoyed our stay! Beautiful area and perfect stay outside of Shenandoah. Definitely a great deal for the price!
L
Lindsey H.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
It was a great weekend at Camp Kilo~
The host was very communicative, and we lucked out and were able to hike up to catch a view from the second smaller site.
S
Shanice H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Beautiful spot in the mountains with a amazing veiw. The cabin was cozy but big enough not to feel cramped. Plenty of space for activities and a nice fire area. Not too far from Shenandoah National Park.
M
Mena L.
5 reviews
Amazing little area of land, spending the night there was wonderful! It was great to escape the city and see the stars in the sky for once!
The hosts have done a wonderful job making this a little get away on the mountain and I'd love to come back!
W
Will P.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2026
Group trip ·
The Cabin at Camp Kilo
The camp was great, it was a good option for someone looking for a cheap shelter. There was no electricity in the cabin, but then again there's no electricity in a tent either. Dave built an amazing trail going up the mountain behind the cabin with an excellent view of the valley.
J
Jacob H.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2026
Absolutely great place to stay. Very quiet and was well worth the price. Definitely need either all wheel drive or four wheel drive to get there but it was an awesome place to stay! Also was super nice having the firewood provided!
G
Garret K.
5 months on Hipcamp
We had a great stay! The host Dave was an incredibly fast responder and very helpful! We stayed in the winter so it was quite chilly, just bring lots of blankets! Night one of our arrival it had just snowed, we had a little trouble getting up the hill, luckily we have AWD. I think without snow you could make it up the hill even without AWD. We would certainly stay again or recommend to another!
S
Shayna C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Loved the fire pit! wonderful cabin amenities! out the way with a great view!
V
Vino G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Amazing and secluded cozy cabin. The drive is a little bit rocky, so be prepared. Would absolutely come back again.
D
Dilya S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Very lovely property! The host was very communicative and kind. Just an fyi — 4WD is definitely preferred, our little corolla struggled and wasn’t able to make it all the way up the hill and the road leading to property is unpaved so it’s about 3mi of driving slowly on rough roads.
M
Meher K.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent ·
The Summit at Camp Kilo
Camp Kilo is awesome! We had an absolute blast staying there for the weekend. Thank's Dave!
B
Blake B.
2 reviews
We had such a great time here. Pay close attention to written directions. It is a pretty steep hike, and easy to get lost going up the hill. Going down it is easier to see the trail markers, Take your time and you will be fine. Very quiet, great views.
K
Kylie R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
The Summit at Camp Kilo
I had a fantastic time camping here! It was exactly as described, with emphasis on remote, quiet, and primitive. The sunrise was beautiful with a nice rock ledge to admire it from. This was exactly what I was looking for to let my dog run free. I would caution campers though that the hike up/down is very challenging and steep, especially slick if it has rained, so be prepared for a tough little climb to reach your secluded site. Thank you Dave for the firewood!
J
Josie B.
2 reviews
Location
Stanardsville, Greene County, Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Dave C.
Joined in April 2025Response rate: 60%Response time: Within 19 hours
Things to do nearby
Similar campgrounds nearby
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.