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Average nightly rates8 total sites
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4 sites
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4 sites
About Beartree
Number of accommodations: 8
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Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (137)
What Guests Are Saying
Beartree offers a pleasant camping experience with good privacy and a clean bathhouse, complemented by warm showers and a friendly camp host. Although there is only one shower per gender, the campground's low occupancy made it manageable. However, some guests noted that the bathroom facilities include a pit toilet.
What Guests Are Saying
Beartree offers a pleasant camping experience with good privacy and a clean bathhouse, complemented by warm showers and a friendly camp host. Although there is only one shower per gender, the campground's low occupancy made it manageable. However, some guests noted that the bathroom facilities include a pit toilet.
Review Summary
Pamela S
October 1, 2020
The campground was extremely quiet and kept very nicely. We stayed in Chipmunk site 10, and it was lovely. Overall, a very nice experience, and I would highly recommend a stay at Beartree. Steve, the site host, was really friendly and outgoing, providing advice and giving us directions to places we wanted to see. The campground is very convenient for riding the Virginia Creeper Trail - we did, and it was awesome! Beautiful weather, very peaceful riding. We found some excellent restaurants in nearby Abingdon. The only thing that keeps this review from being 5 stars was the lack of hot water in the women's bathhouses. Only 2 out of 3 were open; the one closest to our site had no hot water at all, and the other had only lukewarm. I ended up showering in the men's side, where I was able to have a nice hot shower, with a lookout posted to ensure that there were no issues. I'd still recommend Beartree Campground to anyone visiting the area, and I would gladly stay there for another ride on the Virginia Creeper Trail!
Kevin S
September 27, 2020
Great campground very private. Only complaint not enough road signage and could use more bathrooms.
Leann W
September 27, 2020
Beautiful setting. Sites are private so you can really enjoy being in nature. Meant for tent or small trailers due to no power or other hook-ups but it does have a dump station. We found quite a few sites that would fit our 30 ft motorhome. Very close to lots of trails and things to see. We will definitely go back again.
Our original pick of a site didn't fit our RV but the campground host helped us find another and did the swap for us with know problem. That help was very appreciated.
Reagan G
September 21, 2020
The area was beautiful.
The camping area even though close there was privacy and the restrooms were close
Kristine W
August 9, 2020
Wonderful campground, but a couple of the bath houses were closed, and had to wait for a toilet and shower a couple of times. Otherwise awesome place. I’ll be back.
Joanne V
August 6, 2020
Private sites. Beautiful rhododendrons and hemlocks. Close to the AT and Creeper Trail. Not far from Grayson Highlands. Great fishing in the lake. Many baby catfish which were adorable. No cell service. Clean bathrooms. We would definitely come back.
Shelley G
July 27, 2020
Great cozy tent site looking into the woods! Especially good with friends in a camper on site 8.
Paul H
July 26, 2020
The hosts were awesome. Kept the bathrooms cleaner than I’ve ever seen before. Super friendly and helpful. Made the entire trip that much better! Thx
Lauren B
July 26, 2020
I grew up going to Beartree but hadn't been back since 2002. It was just was wonderful as I remembered! I love that the sites are private in spite of being close. Everything was well maintained and clean. One bathroom was out of order which made things a little difficult for my by boyfriend over the weekend and that was the only time the bathroom was unclean. I put this down to an increase in kids over the weekend a less facilities. The hosts were wonderful and I really appreciated them suggesting small, local businesses when we stopped with questions. I own a small business and appreciate knowing they are valued by your staff. We enjoyed the Virgina Creeper, walking around your beach, Backbone Rock, and Grayson-Highlands National Park during our stay. Thank you for a wonderful week in the woods. We will be back!
Heidi D
July 19, 2020
Our site (55) was exactly what we love - lots of space and privacy. There was no cell service, which is always a plus for us. And the star gazing on a clear night was fantastic. Our biggest disappointment was the bathhouse situation. Only 1/3 was open for the entire Bearver Flats loop. It was also in need of some TLC.
Location Beartree
Address:
20993 Beartree Gap Road
Damascus, VA, 24236
United States
Beartree Family Camp is accessible via US Highway 58, approximately 11 miles to the north, and Interstate 81 is about 20 miles to the west.
Elevation: 1025 feet
12 mi drive to downtown Damascus (about 27 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- You may email questions to: SM.FS.MRNRA@USDA.GOV
- No hookups are available at campsites
- This campground has first-come, first-serve sites and reservable sites
- Limit one RV per parking spur
- No Cell phone coverage
- The beach is closed to swimming.
- Click here for more information on George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
- A trailer waste disposal station (water is not available) is located near the campground’s exit.
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Last updated: September 5, 2026