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James River Depot

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· Glasgow, Rockbridge, Virginia

30 acres hosted by Wendy O.

5 tent sites

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Rockfish(South).

Best in Virginia: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Best tent-sites: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

An active hay field nestled between the river and the railroad. A great place to enjoy some R and R. We love to float the James and there is easy access to the river on our property. A beautiful field as well as some trees for added shade. Fun to hear the trains and the water as you get amazing views of the night sky.Narrow entrance is marked with a sign, James River Trail. Drive over the tracks and through the hayfield to find your slice of wooded, riverfront camping. All sites are primitive with one shared portable toilet. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit with a grate. There are two active railroad lines; one on each side of the river. They do run through the day and night and are obligated to whistle when approaching our crossing. I have my camp listed as dispersed but all 5 sites are labeled: I treat it first come, first choice. All sites are on the river! I can't accept or allow RV's or trailers. Zoning restrictions-sorry. Firewood is available at $10 per wagon load. We are very close to the Jefferson National Forest where you can find great hikes like the Belfast trail fondly called Devil's Marbleyard. We are also just a few miles from the Natural Bridge State Park.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

Field

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662 ratings · 512 reviews

Nathan H.recommends

October 14, 2024

James River Depot

Wendy’s land had great views! The spot was easy to get to and we were situated on the river. We unfortunately stayed for just a night, it’s a place I could stay for a few days. The porta potty was clean and that’s all we really needed. Wood is provided on site for a reasonable amount.

C L.

October 10, 2024

James River Depot

In general we had a great time at this beautiful spot, however, I do think it’s not really family/kid friendly because it does not require pets to be leashed on the perimeter. We had our neighboring site’s dog unleashed and come up to me and my son barking and being aggressive several times that day and night with no owner close by. I know it says unleashed pets allowed but it got me worried because of my small kid, I do not feel comfortable at all with unleashed dogs around my kid since I don’t know the dog. Other than that, everything else was great.

George S.recommends

October 3, 2024

James River Depot

Amazing Location!

This was my second time staying here. Great location central to many fun experiences. Definitely spend some time in Lexington (20mins away) if you get the chance! Will definitely be staying again.

Alan S.recommends

October 2, 2024

James River Depot

Great views

Beautiful sites right on the James. Everything was perfect. I will be back.

Yaqoob W.recommends

September 29, 2024

James River Depot

Amazing!

Great beautiful spot, enjoyed my stay a lot! Plenty of privacy and next to water.

Blaine B.recommends

September 29, 2024

James River Depot

Peaceful, beautiful stay!

The site was convenient to the D.C. area and easy to get to. Private and peaceful, well laid out, beautiful scenery with the sound of the river right by the site!

Location

Glasgow, 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