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
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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
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🚐 B082, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B083, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B084, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B085, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B086, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B087, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B088, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B089, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B090, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 B091, Loop: B Loop RV
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🚐 C092, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C093, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C094, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C095, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C096, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C097, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C098, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C099, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C100, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C101, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C102, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C103, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 C104, Loop: C Loop RV
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🚐 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
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🚐 D115, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D116, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D117, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D118, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D119, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D120, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D121, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D122, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D123, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D124, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D125, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D126, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D127, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D128, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D129, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D130, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D131, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 D132, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 E133, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E134, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E135, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E136, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E137, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E138, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E139, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E140, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E141, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E142, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E143, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E144, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E145, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E146, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E147, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E148, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E150, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E151, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E152, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E153, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E154, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E155, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E156, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 E157, Loop: E Loop RV
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🚐 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
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🚐 F165, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F166, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F167, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F168, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F169, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F170, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F171, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F172, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F173, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F174, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F175, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F176, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F177, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F178, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 F179, Loop: F Loop RV
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🚐 G180, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G181, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G182, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G183, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G184, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G185, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G186, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G187, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G189, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G190, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G191, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G192, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G193, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G194, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G195, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G196, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G197, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G198, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G199, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G200, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G201, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G202, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G203, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G204, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G205, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G206, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 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

Nico C

Verified

October 13, 2024 Stayed at: F165, Loop: F Loop

5

Loft Mountain is excellent. I’ve stayed here many times. Easily accessible, clean, quiet, and great views from the Amphitheater especially during sunset

Hasnain A

Verified

October 13, 2024 Stayed at: E158, Loop: E Loop

5

We stayed at Loft Mountain this past fall and it was one of our best camping trips this year. The fall foliage, cooler weather and spectacular views made the trip that much better. Most sites look to be on grass, so there isn't a gravel pad to "limt" where you can setup you tent. The only downside was if there was rain in the forecast, it did make for a slightly muddy site.

We would highly recommend any of the hikes in the area, however if you have younger children then the best experience we found was the Young Naturalist program at Big Meadows. It is a bit of a drive, since you have to drive down to Big Meadows, but the experience and fun is definitely worth it. You can also look to pick up a booklet for the Junior Ranger program, which you can work on some of the activities in the book and your kids can be sworn in as Junior Rangers.

We would highly recommend Loft Mountain as a great place to stay and experience for your next camping trip!

Jaymes C

Verified

October 16, 2024 Stayed at: G200, Loop: G Loop

5

Very clean campsite, a lot of animals. Very dog friendly, and highly recommend having a footprint for your tent.

Krystle C

Verified

October 18, 2024 Stayed at: D116, Loop: D Loop

3

Bear boxes on most sites. New picnic tables. Site pictures outdated

Kim S

Verified

October 21, 2024 Stayed at: D110, Loop: D Loop

2

The campground is crowded and has close campsites. Noise from campers past 10pm is not addressed. We had campers next to us that partied loudly the first night until 1 am. Example of this is that you could hear their conversation in our tent and could tell that they were playing 20 questions. The second night they were slightly quieter but still talked into the wee morning hours. So much for a 10pm quite time.

Also, there is a lack of bathroom facilities for the number of campers. The facilities lack places to hang clothing items and a place to put your bag of toiletries while using the sink.

The hiking trails are awesome!

MARK b

Verified

October 23, 2024 Stayed at: E145, Loop: E Loop

5

Beautiful campground with spacious sites.

Dennis E

Verified

October 24, 2024 Stayed at: D126, Loop: D Loop

1

We did not have a reservation, the gal at the gate gave us two options. We looked at those options and did not like them. So we drove until we found Wi-Fi connection and we booked the campsite when it was our turn to talk to the gal at the gate, she shut the window on us!! Grant it was 6 o’clock but, Who shut a window on someone who is right there!!! So we just moved forward and pulled into our campsite. It was a very cold snowy 26° night. My husband and I were playing Yahtzee inside our small camper. We heard a knock on the door. It was the host. She was very rude and let us know we needed to register, we let her know what happened that we had the door slammed in our face literally, she said fine. I don’t need to see your registration, but I want your camper moved as two wheels are on the grass!!! Tell me that no one has ever parked on the grass at that campsite or any other site!! I believe that the tors put their tents on the grass. It was very, very rude of that compost to knock on our door and make us move our camper and cold sleepy weather because we had two wheels that were touching the grass… Would never ever recommend off mountain to anyone after that experience.

Donald M

Verified

October 24, 2024 Stayed at: D128, Loop: D Loop

5

This campsite has 3 apple trees on it, so lots of deer visits. The firepit has a grate, unfortunately it is still about 20” above the fire at its lowest setting-too high to use for cooking on. Plenty of room for our 17’ long trailer with two tents and three vehicles. Solar is limited due to trees. Nice and level pull through site near bathroom and water spigot-heat and hot water in the bathroom!

Amy W

Verified

October 25, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Campground was well kept, all sites were clearly marked and personnel was friendly :)

Lisa K

Verified

October 25, 2024 Stayed at: A055, Loop: A Loop

5

Check in was fast and easy everyone was very helpful and friendly. Site was lovely

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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