- Monterey
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
95%
(38)4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 2
94%
(9)4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
Reviews
95% Recommend50 ratings · 42 reviews
Camping at this site offers a mix of peaceful solitude and natural beauty, with most reviewers appreciating the privacy and scenic views by the river. The site is ideal for those who enjoy stargazing and fly fishing, as many campers found the night skies spectacular and the fishing opportunities plentiful. However, some campers noted issues with site maintenance, such as unclear camping area markings and the presence of ticks due to unmowed grass. Despite these concerns, the overall sentiment is positive, with many visitors expressing a desire to return.
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· October 2026
21 ft campervan ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
Great private spot. Very beautiful. Next time I’ll bring my fly rod.
Very nice space. Beautiful mountain views on a well cared for property. We never heard from the host, so in other words it was perfect. It was a simple transactional exchange of value from both Hipcamp participants.
I highly recommend this spot. We did have a visitor at night, a small black bear. Unlike the other knucklehead that left a bad review after a bear sighting, we thought it was cool. If you go out to Mother Nature and see a bear, don’t be shocked. Pull up your manties, it will be ok.
The one and only thing I’d suggest to the host is a little more clear directions on where we are allowed to camp. After we made the left by the rock pile it was a little unclear for a first time visitor where the approved camping areas were. Adding a sign or two would be helpful to make sure guests know they are in the correct place.
I’ve camped rough lots before but these sites couldn’t even be called… rough. Despite the owners direction, sites weren’t clearly marked. We had to walk around to figure it out. . Grungy fire pits hadn’t been cleaned out. While there was some past mowing done, the advertised track thru grass to sites was not mowed recently or maintained and grass was too high in the actual sites we did walk to. If u are going to advertise basic sites in prime tick territory, u must keep the actual sites’ grass areas mowed close to the ground. The amount of ticks was stunning. I was still picking them off my husband for miles after we drove away and finally we had to stop and have him strip, putting all his clothes in a tightly closed garbage bag. While the stream there looks lovely to fish, I would not advise anyone to try this site. We don’t mind camping in fields or managing a few ticks, but this unmaintained site was not fit for camping and it was prime tick territory. And charging for it was unethical.
Even though the sites are located in rather open space between the fields and the river they feel secluded and private. A good location for stargazing. The road is very local with minimal traffic and quiet during the night.
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· April 2026
15 ft truck camper ·
Camp 3
Awesome spot on the river. Getting a 24ft travel trailer in this spot was no issue. Site was clean, well manicured, and the host was great! Sites are spaced out so there is a sense of privacy at each site.
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· January 2026
Didn’t get to experience it fully because of heavy rain but would love to come back again. Very pretty.
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· October 2025
22 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
We loved camping at Riverwood. The views were amazing and it was so peaceful there. We only wish we had booked a longer stay. Our friends visited the Hot Springs close by while we enjoyed lounging by the river with our dogs. We will absolutely come back again.
Very remote and private camp spot. I set up by the mountain creek. It was still running strong in late summer. Very nice panoramic view of the mountains and unmatched bright star light !
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· August 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 2
I loved the camp ground, very private and nice dark skies for astrophography!
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· July 2025
22 ft campervan ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
Great spot. Quiet and Beautiful by the river. Easy to find.
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· July 2025
Perfect location
Peaceful setting
River is amazing
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· July 2025
16 ft car ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
Beautiful site! Very quiet and peaceful. I am already looking forward to my next stay.
Solid spot with great fishing! River was running good and is easy to wade through
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Clean, quiet, but is a in a field
10 ft campervan ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
We spent one night - it does have some sense of privacy, was quiet and peaceful, and river access was good. However, I it is out in a field that has been mowed where you camp, and so if you are looking for something more in the woods this isn't it. From the description, I thought it might be a wooded area on the edge of the farm but it really isn't. We slept well but agreed, is you're not there to fish, it's a great one night stop in along the way.
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· June 2025
The peacefulness and beauty of Highland County are exemplified at this location.
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· May 2025
We had a great time! David was very responsive, the site was great, and the scenery was spectacular.
We absolutely loved our stay at Riverwood. Our tent was twenty feet off the side of the Jackson River. Every afternoon as the hatch got thick had trout rising, sometimes four or five trout in the same pool. 11 miles north is Monterey where we found a wonderful coffee shop named Claire's that bakes their own bread and makes sandwiches and salads that should not be missed. We got those daily as bag lunches for our exploration. We fly fished and cycled some back roads on our gravel bikes. Crisp, cool air, sugar maples everywhere, the healthiest cattle I've seen in pastures of tall grass with mountain streams to drink from. At the intersection of 250 and 220 is a small health food and local produce and meats store. Monterey, though small and charming, is absolutely NOT a food desert. Pretty much every organic and non-gmo thing you might have forgotten is there.
The visitor's center has some of the local maple syrup for sale that this place is famous for. Many of the maple syrup farms are closed outside of the maple festival but Valerie at Back Creek Farms was happy to give us a personal tour and tasting (a dozen or more different flavors of maple syrup there). My favorites were the cardamon , sea salt, and chili maple syrups but they are all amazing.
An hour and fifteen away is Blackwater falls (in Davis WV). The drive takes you right by Spruce Knob. Davis is a biking destination definitely worth the drive. Very friendly town, and a great bike shop (Blackwater Bikes)
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· May 2025
Excellent chill spot
20 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
Excellent secluded site next to the Jackson River. No service unless you have Starlink. Met with host, who was happy to meet with us just to talk about the area. We visited the Sounding Knob Fire Tower. Also drove through the Highland WMA….recommend 4x4 with clearance, due to river crossings. If you’re into fly fishing it’s a great spot.
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· March 2025
We camped here for 3 nights and had a blast. There are countless hikes and scenic drives to enjoy in the area and the site is conveniently located about a 10-15 minute drive from the nearest town. Service was expectedly spotty, but worked well in town. I would definitely recommend 4wd as the site is pretty far out into a grass field, although my 2wd truck did just fine even with some light rain. The host also provided firewood at a reasonable price, which was much appreciated. Overall, we would love to come back to this site again and explore the area some more!
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· October 2024
22 ft campervan · With kids ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
Great spot by the river, quiet, super nice folks, awesome views! What more can you ask for.
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· October 2024
Absolutely beautiful views of the valley and mountains. Stars were spectacular! Camp sites are nicely spaced apart for privacy AND located right at the bank of the river. Host was very attentive. Everything was absolutely as represented. I look forward to a return visit when the water level is a bit better for fly fishing.
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· October 2024
it was beautiful and so peaceful. the sunrise was amazing and davidson was a great host!
Awesome location tucked along the Jackson River valley. Clean, quiet, and beautiful. Also fun trout fishing. Host included pre cut fire wood at the site which was so convenient. Highly recommend
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· September 2024
Very private camping on the river!
Fantastic, very private place to camp. Myself and my two dogs camped at Site 1 next to the river. The dogs loved walking the trail up to the road and down to the river. The owners were so kind to give great local recommendations in the town of Monterey. The Farmer’s Root grocery market is fantastic, like having Whole Foods in the middle of nowhere.
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· August 2024
Great place, river and views are A+
Very clean and ideal spot to camp during a fly fishing trip
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Location is great: amazing view of the night sky and right next to the river. The grass at the site was a bit overgrown but manageable. I was only at the site at night for stargazing so it was exactly what I was looking for.
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· August 2024
We enjoyed 3 peaceful nights at site #1 with the sounds of the river and clear night skies. Davidson’s communication was helpful and appreciated. We saw plenty of deer, hawk and heron while we were there. We also enjoyed a hike in the George Washington and swimming at Lake Moomaw.
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· July 2024
Amazing spot right next to the river that felt very private (I was at camp spot one and no one was at the other). Lots of nature, wildlife, and a beautiful place for sunset and a bonfire with wood already provided. Would definitely go back! Thank you
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
20 ft travel trailer ·
Riverwood Fly Fish+Star Gaze Camp 1
The camp area is nice and this is a very beautiful area. The site of course is extremely remote - but it had a nice fire ring and firewood already there and it is right along the river/stream. That was nice. My only negative thoughts are that for a small camper, I was concerned about getting stuck and taking it that far off the gravel drive. In fairness, it was communicated to me that if there was rain that 4-wheel was advisable. The other thing that is out of anyone's control is that while sitting at night with a nice camp fire, a huge black bear appeared right across the stream about 30 yards from me!! I scared him off but was freaked out the rest of the night. It was quite an experience of camping. If you like remote primitive camping and have 4 wheel drive to eliminate that stress, I would recommend this campsite experience.
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· July 2024
We loved our time here! Beautiful farm land and woods all around, so peaceful and quiet. The host was very responsive and helpful when needed. The river access is amazing - we spent most of our days hanging out by/in the water. Our dogs had the time of their lives. We would happily come back!!
Location
Monterey, Highland, Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking