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Private Paradise on Rivers Bend

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· Brightwood, Madison, Virginia
55 acres hosted by Graham D.
4 RV/tent sites
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Near Shenandoah National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Byrd Visitor Center.
Best in Virginia: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Welcome to Private Paradise on Rivers Bend! Campsite has a firepit, picnic table, river frontage with beach, and fishing hole. Campers can enjoy hiking and the many breweries and wine vineyards in the Shenandoah. Great access point for kayaking. Firewood available (reasonable rates) close to: -Scenic Skyline DriveThorton Gap entrance (33 miles)Swift Run Gap entrance (29 miles) -Shenandoah National Park (50 miles) -Many great VineyardsPrince Michele (3 miles away)Early Mountain (10 miles away)DuCard (16 miles)Barboursville (24 miles)Horton’s ( 25 miles) Old Rag Mountain which was voted #10 in the Top 25 hikes in the world,(20 miles) Historic homes of Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson (Monticello - 41 miles) or James Madison (Montpelier- 21 miles)
Activities
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Wildlife watching
Natural features
Beach
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
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826 ratings · 423 reviews
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Irving S.doesn't recommend
October 15, 2024
Site #4
The area needs to be level. looks abandoned. The table sunk in the ground. compare to the other spots.
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Kirk V.recommends
October 8, 2024
Site 3 - Private Paradise on Rivers Bend
Site 3 was very easy to get to and was a nice spot next to the fields and with some access to a little trail that goes down to the river. A great view of the sunset across the river. Also the picnic table and firepit were top notch and made the camping experience that much better. Graham was a great host and checked up on us the next day to make sure everything went okay. We'll certainly look to come back again.
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Piero L.recommends
October 6, 2024
Site 1 - Private Paradise on Rivers Bend
It was a great place to go camping. I enjoyed the sounds of the river and insects. My girlfriend and I had a great time. Will definitely come back on a less rainy day.
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Aaron L.recommends
October 5, 2024
Site #4
Terrific spot
After nearly two weeks of rain and a planned morning hike on a trail that had turned into a river, my kids and I camped at site no. 4. I would say site no. 2 is probably the best after days of rain (it’s mostly flat w/grass) but I have no complains on site no. 4. The sites are spaced well, private, and very quiet. Site no. 4 also had river access so my kids could fish and it was well-kept. Just a public service announcement to other campers, please do not throw trash into the bushes. The site was very clean but I picked up some old trash, including diapers, that someone threw near the site. Pack in, pack out! Overall, a terrific spot and the kids already want to go back. Thank you!
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Vinson A.recommends
October 4, 2024
Site 1 - Private Paradise on Rivers Bend
Amazing escape from DC!
We had an incredible time at this campsite! The location is stunning, with a beautiful, secluded feel, yet still very easy to access. The river and beach were perfect for the kids to play and explore, and we loved every second of being there. A couple of things to keep in mind: you can hear some traffic from the highway at night, and if it has rained recently, it’s a good idea to bring your own dry firewood as the on-site wood might be wet. But honestly, these are just small notes in what was otherwise a top-notch experience. We can’t wait to come back!
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Christiana A.recommends
October 1, 2024
Site #4
Accommodating and idyllic
When we arrived our original campsite was very muddy after several consecutive days of rain. Graham was gracious enough to let us switch to a grassy, unused campsite on arrival which we appreciate greatly. Our dogs had a great time and the property is perfect, quiet and idyllic. Hope to come back soon!
Location
Brightwood, Madison, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan and Manahoac First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Graham D.

Joined in December 2020
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