Ridge Crest Hollow and Lake

97%

17 reviews

· Pantops, Albemarle, Virginia · 27 acres

Hosted by Ben A.

RV/tent site

· 8 guests max

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Swift Run Gap Entrance Station.

Less than 5 miles from Downtown Charlottesville and 7.5 miles from UVA lies a quiet and peaceful 3+ acre lake on 27 acres with multiple flat areas for tent camping and 2 areas for an RV. Both full and partial sun and shade can be found. Outhouse available or BYO. Multiple campfire locations, or make your own. Excellent fishing for trophy largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill or sit by the waterfall and enjoy a book or picnic. Optional: chairs, tables, propane range, charcoal grill, picnic style grill large enough for whole hogs, 10x10 shelter, 5 gallon water tanks with spigots.This site is a flat grassy space with creeks on 2 sides and the lake on the other. There is enough space for as many as 8 2-person tents and guests can enjoy 1 acre and the lake to themselves. Fire ring for campfires. Just a short walk to fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, crappie and blue gill. Pit toilet nearby or bring your own toilet.

RV details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 35 feet allowed

Back-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Loose Gravel

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

No Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Class C RVs

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

8 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, communal

Toilet available

Pit toilet, composting toilet

Pets allowed

On leash

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin

No showers

Bathe in lake

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 10:00 AM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

2000W Quiet Generator rental

$20.00

2000W Quiet gas generator. $25 per night. You will need to use my provided fuel (E-free and stabilized) at $5/gallon which is at cost.

8000W Generator (Gas)rental

$25.00

8000W Gas generator. $25 per night. You will need to use my provided fuel (E-free and stabilized) at $5/gallon which is at cost.

Lanternrental

$7.00

Propane lantern, with full tank

10x10 Canopyrental

$7.00

10x10 pop-up canopy

8' folding tablerental

$5.00

Sturdy 6' table

2 burner propane stoverental

$10.00

2 burner propane stove, propane included

5 gallon jug, potable watergood

$3.00

Water jug with spigot full of fresh, clean well water.

Kayak, paddle and life jacketsrental

$10.00

1 sit on top, 1 sit in kayak available for fishing/recreation.

Canoe, paddles and life jacket(s)rental

$10.00

2 canoes available for fishing/recreation

Firewood bundlegood

$7.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire. Each bundle is 1 cubic foot (stores sell them in .75 cu ft bundles).

Dozen eggsgood

$5.00

Local farm fresh eggs

Reviews

97% Recommend18 ratings · 17 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Peace of heaven!

16 ft pop-up camper

What a great place! Thanks to the host Ben, who was very welcoming and helpful. It was nice to feel so far out in the woods by a large pond/lake yet be so close to Charlottesville. I camped here for my son's graduation from UVA, and I loved getting away from the crowds and chaos every night to this peaceful spot. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants the beauty and peacefulness of nature just outside a vibrant city and in the middle of Wine Country.

Corbin A.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Ben was an awesome host and his site was easy to get to! The area had 5G reception and was just minutes from the city. We had a great experience overall!

Togan G.

4 reviews

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· April 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Had a great time camping on Ben’s site. He met us when we arrived and gave us the lay of the land. The site is private and quiet. An unexpected bonus is the site has full 5G access. We were able to watch wrestlemania by the fireside!

Grant L.

3 reviews

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· March 2025

Tent

Ben's place was exactly what we were looking for. When we arrived the campsite was just as described. The extras we requested were waiting for us and ben came by to say hello. Our favorite part about the visit was the time spent on the pond. We brought nightcrawlers thinking we might want to relax and do a a little lazy fishing. We quickly found out that the sunfish can be caught almost instantly on every cast. After catching as many bream as we wanted. We switched over to a small spinning lure and caught countless bass and a random crappie here and there. We would definitely love to come back and camp on our next trip to Charlottesville.

Jennifer P.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Tent

Fantastic spot, very private and comfortable. Can't review the toilet facility as we brought our own. But the space, the views, the lake and the hosts were delightful.

Amelia A.

5 reviews

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· January 2025

Tent

My grandson and I had a marvelous time camping at Ben’s place. Cracked the code on what lures the fish wanted to chomp on, burned a lot of wood on two cold nights and chilly mornings, enjoyed the spectacular star filled night sky, and were grateful for Ben, Sarah, and AJ’s hospitality.

Steve B.

3 reviews

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· November 2024

Tent · With kids

We loved our overnight camp at Ben's space! He was quick to respond to messages and met us shortly after arrival to ensure we had everything we needed. It was a great first camping spot for our two young daughters that was quiet and secluded. It was a quick drive from Charlottesville and a great place to escape without having to drive a long distance. Thanks so much!

Cassie W.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

15 ft campervan

Staying the night on Ben's land was awesome. Their house is right up the hill so plenty of privacy when staying at the site. Add on some firewood because you get plenty for the fire pit. Beautiful area, pretty pond, and cute dog sui would definitely give some pets to again! Overall great and friendly would definitely recommend.

Chase M.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Serene Landscape Camping

35 ft toy hauler

Wow! What a wonderful resting spot. So quiet and serene but still a short drive to town or UVA. Ben was an exceptional host and I will definitely come back again! The view was wonderful and all part or the serene theme.

Andrea C.

10 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

16 ft car

We enjoyed our stay and it was perfect stop for our car camping trip to West Virginia. Secluded site....firepit was a plus and having a few extras delivered like firewood and water was nice.

Kevin F.

5 reviews

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· October 2024

Great VA break

Tent · With kids

Great location and nice and quiet. Gracious host. Would recommend

Dale T.

6 reviews

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· October 2024

Awesome Stay!

Tent

Awesome spot! Super quaint and remote feeling but hardly 10 mins from the action at is downtown CVille. We went to a concert at the local Amphitheater Downtown and it took us less than 15 minutes.

Harrison A.

3 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent

Great stay. Easy to find. Clear directions. Peaceful and private. Definitely hope to stay again in the future

Charles G.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Lakeside camping.

16 ft car · With pets

Great place for camping!! Host was vey helpful and accommodating. Very quiet and peaceful and a lot of space. Definitely recommend.

Kevin A.

4 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent

Loved tent camping here! Ben gave great directions. A great little getaway right outside Charlottesville. Awesome fishing as well.

Andrew V.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

10 ft travel trailer

This was a nice and quiet spot, no traffic noise from the road and a nice lake to watch the ducks at sun set. The family was very kind and welcoming and I will definitely come back next time I’m in the Charlottesville area. Also the ground it’s self is nice and flat so very little is needed to level the camper and plenty of space.

Daniel H.

7 reviews

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· August 2024

Kicking back in Charlottesville

Tent

My first Hipcamp experience and it couldn’t have gone better!! I spent two nights on the property Ben and Sarah are wonderful hosts and the site did not disappoint. You can expect to receive a warm welcome by Ben and the happiest little boy this side of the Mississippi!! The site is very secluded and quiet leaving nothing but the wind through the trees and forest creatures to help you sleep. I use a rrt on my Jeep and was able to park without the need to level. Ben let me ride my mountain bike a bit around the property. No fishing this time but there are several spots you can setup and fish the day away! The property is so close to Charlottesville that the second day I decided to Uber to Monticello for a trail run and tour of TJs house. If your like me and actively try to avoid hotels then this is the spot. Thanks!!