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Thunder BRidge

99%

391 reviews

· Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge, Virginia

100 acres hosted by Adam P.

5 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 13 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Virginia: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Adam is a Star Host

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Romantic

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Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and bordering the Jefferson National Forest, Thunder BRidge has scenic, large, private tent sites and cabins in the woods for those who want to experience camping at its finest. Many of the sites border Elk Creek. Our RV sites are large, flat and at the edge of the forest in a well kept open green space. Our 100 acres was originally a camp built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the "30s and early '40s, then a boys' juvenile detention center and Big Brothers'/Big Sisters' camp, which closed in 2009. The tent sites and cabins are in the forest, away from the buildings out front, but you're free to walk around and check out the historic site. Most of the buildings out front are artist studios (currently for 16 artists). We like to share the camp with others and watch it come back to life. All within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil's Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail, swimming holes, etc. We have river access 2 miles up the road if you'd like to fish or put your kayak or canoe in. Truly, there is something nearby for everyone. We'd be happy to give you recommendations of things to see and do. If you are a star gazer you won't be disappointed by our dark sky. We want to share our property with those who want to stay for more than one night, so we do not accept inquiries of single night stays.

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Lodging 5 sites

Thunder Bridge Cabin 2 (Parcell)

98% (41)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and bordering the Jefferson National Forest. Cabin 2 (Parcell cabin) is a charming log cabin with a large lot, 2 picnic tables, grill and fire pit. It is close to Elk Creek. There are 5 cushioned cots downstairs with additional cots in the loft. Bring your own bedding and pillows. The lot the cabin is on is large enough for other tents, if you want to have another family join you. There will be an additional cost for more people. There is no electric or water in the cabin so you will want to bring a lantern and flashlights. There is water available at the pavilion to fill your water jugs. There is an outhouse just outside the cabin, but a short walk will take you to the bath house if you want a shower and a flushing toilet. Our 100 acres was originally a camp built by the Civilian Conservation Corp back in the '30s and early '40s, then a boys’ juvenile detention center and Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ camp, which closed in 2009. We'd like to share the camp with others and see it come back to life. Within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil’s Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail, swimming holes, etc. We have river access 2 miles up the road if you'd like to fish or put a kayak in. Truly, there's something for everyone nearby. We'd be happy to give you recommendations for things to see and do. We've decided to keep the cabin open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 3 (aka Butterfly 1)

100% (35)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Screened cabin #3, aka Butterfly 1, is close to Cabin 2 (butterfly 3) and would be a great place for families to be somewhat nearby each other. It is very close to Elk Creek, with a wonderful bench to sit and watch the water trickle by and let your worries go. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 1 (aka Woodpecker 1)

100% (24)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Screened shelter #1, aka Woodpecker 1, is a sheltered site within hearing range of Elk Creek. A great place to get away. There are 6 cots with table and chairs, barbecue pit and a short walk away from the pavilion and bath house. Lie in bet and look out at nature.

Site 2 (aka Woodpecker 5)

97% (15)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Screened shelter #2, aka woodpecker 5, is a spacious site, with room for 6 in the cabin and maybe another tent in the lawn. There's a wonderful path down to the creek.

BRidge Cabin

100% (1)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

We recently moved this cabin onto our main listing from another. If you’d like to read reviews you will have to look at all reviews for the camp. They will show up in the month of February 2025 as that is when they were moved from other listing. Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and bordering the Jefferson National Forest, Thunder BRidge has scenic, large, private campsites in the woods for those who want to experience camping at its finest. Many of the sites border Elk Creek. No Electric or water at cabin. Outhouse behind cabin. Our 100 acres was originally a CCC camp, then a boys’ juvenile detention center and Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ camp. All within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil’s Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail. We've decided to keep the cabin open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

RV/tent sites 6 sites

RV Site 1

100% (66)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 10 m

Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and bordering the Jefferson National Forest. Thunder Bridge has pull through RV sites, scenic, large, private tent sites and cabins in the woods for those looking for solitude, away from the hustle and bustle. Many of the sites border Elk Creek. Our 100 acres was originally a camp built by the Civilian Conservation Corp back in the '30s and early '40s, then a boys’ juvenile detention center and Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ camp, which closed in 2009. We'd like to share the camp with others and see it come back to life. Within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil’s Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail, swimming holes. We have river access 2 miles up the road if you'd like to fish or put a kayak in. Truly, there's something for everyone nearby. We'd be happy to give you recommendations of what to see and do.

RV Site 3

100% (11)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 13 m

RV Site 3 is a large pull through site with fire ring and picnic table. It is close to the forest, but the view from the site is of a large field with a ball field, obstacle course and what used to be a CCC camp. Generators allowed.

RV Site 2

88% (8)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 13 m

RV site 2 is a very large pull through site with fire ring and picnic table. It is close to the forest but the view is of a large field and the old CCC camp, a ball field and obstacle course. Generators are allowed as we don't have electric for this site.

RV Site 4

100% (6)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 13 m

RV site 4 is a large gravel and grass site with fire ring and picnic table. It is close to the forest but the view is of a large field, ball field, obstacle course and what used to be a CCC camp. There are trails through the woods and 100 acres to explore. Generators allowed.

RV Site 6

100% (6)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 13 m

RV site 6 is a large gravel and grass site with fire ring and picnic table. It is close to the forest but the view is of a large field, ball field, obstacle course and what used to be a CCC camp. There are trails through the woods and 100 acres to explore. Generators allowed.

RV Site 5

100% (2)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 13 m

RV Site 5 is a large gravel and grass site with fire ring and picnic table. It is close to the forest but the view is of a large field, ball field, obstacle course and what used to be a CCC camp. There are trails through the woods and 100 acres to explore. Generators allowed.

Tent sites 13 sites

Site 4 (aka Woodpecker 3)

100% (42)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 4, aka Woodpecker 3, is very close to the pavilion and bath house. There is a covered eating space to get out of the weather.

Site 2 (aka Bunny 3)

100% (28)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 2, aka Bunny 3, is a very large site and close to the pavilion/bath house, which has Wifi. You might even have Wifi at your site.

Site 3 (aka Bunny 5)

100% (28)

Tent site · Sleeps 10

Site 3, aka Bunny 5, is a very large site which can accommodate a few tents and is very private. It's close to the creek and one of our favorite tent sites. You can't drive your car right up to the site though. You have to walk perhaps 100 yards or so.

Site 6 (aka Woodpecker 7)

100% (25)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 6, aka Woodpecker 7, is a large site, which used to be an amphitheater, so it has many benches and a large fire ring. It is in hearing distance of Elk Creek. It's a sweet spot. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 1 (aka Bunny 2)

100% (24)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 1 (aka Bunny 2) is a very large, private site with a very short walk to the pavilion and bath house, which has Wifi.

Site 5 (aka Woodpecker 4)

100% (17)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 5, aka Woodpecker 4, is a large, secluded site, not far from Elk Creek. Parking for at least 2 cars. Picnic table and fire pit with grate.

Site 8 (aka Fox 2)

100% (13)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 8, aka Fox 2, is another one of our favorites. It's a very large site with room for a few tents and cars. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 11 (aka Bear 1)

96% (12)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 11, aka Bear 1, is a very spacious site with plenty of privacy. Not far from the open field, obstacle course and ball fields with views of the mountains. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 10, aka Bear 2, is a wonderful large site, in the woods, yet close to the pasture where the ball field and obstacle course are. Plenty of room and privacy for your family. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 7 (aka Fox 1)

100% (6)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 7, aka Fox 1, is a large secluded site. It is one of only 2 sites on this gravel road. It has a flat, fine gravel tent pad, a picnic table and fire pit with a cooking grate. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Site 9 (aka Butterfly 2)

100% (6)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Site 9, aka Butterfly 2, is a spacious site with plenty of parking and room for more than one tent. We've decided to keep this site open for the winter months (Dec. through March) but the bath house will not be open unless we have unseasonably warm temperatures. There will be outhouses for your use and we can provide drinking water if you need it.

Bunny 1

Booked 1 time

Tent site · Sleeps 8

New site. Located 500 feet from bathroom/Pavilion. Has 6ft Picnic Table, Fire Pit with Cooking Grate and elevated Tent Pad. Only 1 neighboring site (Bunny 2, about 250 feet away). Surrounded by forest yet within quick walk to water, electrical and internet access. Will not accommodate teardrop, other small camper trailers or camper vans.

Bunny 4

Booked 1 time

Tent site · Sleeps 8

New Site. Close to bath house yet secluded. Parking is to the right of the Pavilion/Bath house. It is a short walk to your site. There is a viewing platform about 10 feet off the ground(can also use it as shelter during rain if you stand underneath). Offers: Tent Pad, Fire ring, cooking grate, bench and 6ft picnic table

Reviews

99% Recommend554 ratings · 391 reviews

Thunder Bridge offers a well-loved camping experience with consistently positive feedback. Campers appreciate the spacious, secluded sites and the attentive, responsive host, Adam. The campground features clean facilities, hot showers, and access to nature and nearby attractions like Natural Bridge. While some mention the occasional noise from wildlife, the overall atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing.

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Jordyn K.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Road Trip Drea

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 6 (aka Woodpecker 7)

Camping was so perfect! Adam was super responsive and helpful when it came to any questions. The camp ground was everything we were looking for and we can’t wait to book another trip back!

Brooke H.

1 review

Recommends

· May 2025

Well Worth the Visit!!

With kids ·

Site 3 (aka Butterfly 1)

The entire place is fantastic! The sites are all well maintained, wooded, and close to the creek. We stayed in Butterfly 1 (screened in cabin) and we absolutely loved it. Great swimming holes nearby (5-10 minute car ride) and the creek that runs through camp is refreshing. The pavilion has a ping pong table, horse shoes, and cornhole. The bathrooms are nice and clean. Spoke to one of the owners and he was very kind and took his time to tell us about the history of the land. We will 100% be back.

Derek L.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Glamping in a cabin

With pets ·

BRidge Cabin

Once again, thank you! Natural Bridge, Virginia is amazing and the cabins at thunder Bridge are a wonderful unplugged experience. We'll be back for sure

Carolyn S.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Would definitely recommend

With pets ·

Site 1 (aka Woodpecker 1)

I had a lovely time staying here at the Woodpecker 1 site. The site is a very close walk to the Pavillion which has showers, toilets and electricity. It still felt very secluded with beautiful trails and scenery. I took my doggo and we had the best time. The beds were comfy, just bring your own linens and blankets. A couple of convenience stores nearby, one is on the road to the campground, maybe 5 mins (or less) away, that has just about anything you could need. Adam was a fantastic host, communicative, helpful and quick to respond. There are great hikes nearby, for experienced or beginners. I would 100% stay here again.

Roxanne D.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Nice campground.

Tent ·

Site 5 (aka Woodpecker 4)

Nice very wooded campsites. Great that a big bundle of firewood is available.

Kara P.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Great spot with kids

Tent · With kids ·

Site 2 (aka Bunny 3)

Loved it! Would def go back! Spacious, private, well maintained sites with plenty of space between. Clean bathrooms with hot showers (a luxury after we swam in a nearby swimming hole!). From our site, we could see the bathhouse and the door to the ping pong room- which was awesome and helped our kids stayed in view with a little freedom. Adam was super responsive before and during our stay. Great host. You might want ear plugs JIC. A pack of dogs or coyotes was loud in the distance our 1st night, but quiet the other two. The artist village had an open house when we were there- so many talented people and beautiful works. We had 2 families, and there were spots for both tents (and technically a 3rd if we'd needed it).

Location

Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge, Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking