Loft Mountain Campground

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

145 total sites

RV Sites

126 sites

Tent Sites

19 sites

About Loft Mountain Campground

Perched on top of Big Flat Mountain, this is one of the largest campgrounds in the park. Loft Mountain is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing a wilderness getaway in the historic Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia.

Number of accommodations: 145

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 29 to Nov 1

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

145 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
002, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
003, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
004, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
005, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
006, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
007, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
008, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
009, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
010, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
011, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
012, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
013, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
014, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 A051, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A052, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A053, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A054, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A055, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B082, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B083, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B084, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B085, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B086, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B087, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B088, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B089, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B090, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 B091, Loop: B Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C092, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C093, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C094, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C095, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C096, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C097, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C098, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C099, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C100, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C101, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C102, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C103, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C104, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C105, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C106, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 C107, Loop: C Loop RV
Electric Only
D108, Loop: D Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
D109, Loop: D Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 D110, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D111, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D113, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D114, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D115, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D116, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D117, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D118, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D119, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D120, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D121, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D122, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D123, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D124, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D125, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D126, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D127, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D128, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D129, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D130, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D131, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D132, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E133, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E134, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E135, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E136, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E137, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E138, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E139, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E140, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E141, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E142, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E143, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E144, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E145, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E146, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E147, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E148, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E150, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E151, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E152, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E153, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E154, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E155, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E156, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E157, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E158, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E159, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E160, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F161, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F162, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F163, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F164, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F165, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F166, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F167, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F168, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F169, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F170, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F171, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F172, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F173, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F174, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F175, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F176, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F177, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F178, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F179, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G180, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G181, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G182, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G183, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G184, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G185, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G186, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G187, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G189, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G190, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G191, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G192, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G193, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G194, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G195, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G196, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G197, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G198, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G199, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G200, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G201, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G202, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G203, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G204, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G205, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G206, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G207, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
H1, Loop: H Tent
20 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
H2, Loop: H Tent
20 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
H3, Loop: H Tent
20 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly

Reviews (556)

What Guests Are Saying

Loft Mountain Campground is praised for its spacious layout, cleanliness, and beautiful views, making it a great spot for group camping and hiking. Campground staff are noted for being friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience. While some sites may not be level and the shower facilities require payment, the positives, including wildlife sightings and well-maintained restrooms, contribute to a memorable camping experience.

Review Summary

4.4
556 reviews
5
62.6%
348
4
24.6%
137
3
6.8%
38
2
3.6%
20
1
2.3%
13

annette s

Verified

June 22, 2024 Stayed at: G185, Loop: G Loop

3

The grass was way too high. The site does not have a bear box and there was some scat nearby that was not from a deer or a dog.
The bathroom was mostly clean and well stocked. G Loop has a lot of very lovely sites and would probably look for a different site if we were to visit again.

Peter S

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: A051, Loop: A Loop

5

This spot is so convenient to get to after the ranger station. Campground was clean, the location was relatively flat to pitch a tent, and the shade was excellent during our weekend stay. Will be back!

JD T

Verified

July 9, 2024 Stayed at: D111, Loop: D Loop

5

We've come to this campground over the years and find it very peaceful, calm, quiet, and friendly. The bathrooms are always pretty clean, in good working order, and the hosts and workers are always cheerful and helpful. The Frazier discovery trail at the entrance to the campground is a difficult, yet invigorating hike to a 360 degree overlook atop the mountain. The amphitheater is a great place to go during the day for a picnic or to stargaze at night. Even strolling around the campground is nice because it's well shaded and breezy.

Vivian B

Verified

July 9, 2024 Stayed at: E144, Loop: E Loop

5

Loved this campground! Although we were tent camping we appreciated the site setups that appear to be designed to accommodate both tent campers and RVs with a "pull through" style driveway in front of each site. While our particular site was flat and pretty free of roots or rocks, we did see that some sites had outcroppings that depending on the size of your tent might prove to be an impediment to siting a tent on the spot cleared for that purpose. We are now big fans of the "Bear Boxes" for food storage on every site and wish every campground in America offered them! We had seen reviews that deer often walk through the campground and very near sites and this is very true so anytime you leave your site be sure to have your camera with you (you will also see a lot of rabbits too!). Also appreciated that we were able to access the Appalachian Trail right from the campground and hike down to the start of the Doyle's Falls Trail -- a great day hike. Also highly recommend the fresh ice cream from the Wayside Camp store for the perfect topping for a campfire baked cobbler (or other dessert)! Also highly recommend the ranger-led Stony Man hike to learn in-depth about the flora along the trail and park history that you may not be aware of.

Daisy R

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: G201, Loop: G Loop

5

Loved the campsite. Was very windy on the ridge though so be prepared you may not be able to have a fire.

kevin d

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: F170, Loop: F Loop

3

Stayed here with a 30 ft travel trailer. Water spigots throughout the F loop campground broken or no faucets for refilling any water containers. Black water rinse at dump station is old and pretty much useless. Big Meadows campground stay was much nicer.

James G

Verified

July 11, 2024 Stayed at: B084, Loop: B Loop

5

As always had a great time at Loft mountain great weather and quiet while there as it was Sunday to Thursday so no crazy weekend people

Kevin M

Verified

July 11, 2024 Stayed at: F170, Loop: F Loop

5

Loft mountain is a great campground!

Ben W

Verified

July 11, 2024 Stayed at: C094, Loop: C Loop

4

Great spot for camping in the southern end of the park. We enjoyed the stay and the host were great. Wish we got a spot with more grass.

Gabrielle H

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: F169, Loop: F Loop

2

Evidently you don't actually need a reservation at this campground. I made a reservation months in advance for a spot specific for my physical and mental needs. When I arrived, I was informed that "a guy" was "squatting" in my reserved spot. He was "pretty dug in" so the ranger "had saved a spot" for me across the way. A terrible spot in between the bathroom and a group of screaming teenagers who stayed up all night yelling. It was really hard to hike back to my car after getting two hours of sleep.

Location Loft Mountain Campground

Address:
C/O Shenandoah National Park/Swift Run Entrance Station 22591 Spotswood Trail
Elkton, VA, 22827
United States

Highway access

Loft Mountain Campground is accessible via Interstate 66 to US Highway 29 south and US Highway 33 west. Additionally, it can be reached from Interstate 64 to Skyline Drive.

Elevation: 1021 feet

Distance to downtown

22 mi drive to downtown Elkton (about 37 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 12, 2026

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