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

Current season
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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
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
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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
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
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🚐 D119, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D120, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D121, Loop: D Loop RV
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🚐 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
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🚐 G183, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G184, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 G185, Loop: G Loop RV
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🚐 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
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🚐 G192, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 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
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

Elaine W

Verified

October 29, 2021 Stayed at: E148, Loop: E Loop

5

Really enjoyed our stay at Loft Mountain Campground. Convenient, clean, restrooms. Nice access to hiking trails, no need to drive out. Campground host very nice, they were across from our site (E148). Our site was a little on a slope, next time we will choose a flatter driveway/site. Disappointed that the Loft Mountain Wayside wasn’t open for food service, we have always stopped there in past years.

Sandra K

Verified

October 28, 2021 Stayed at: E136, Loop: E Loop

5

Clean, quiet, trails close by...everything I was looking for!

Peter O

Verified

October 28, 2021 Stayed at: G192, Loop: G Loop

5

I’m normally not a big fan of camping in National Parks because of the high density and close proximity between each site, but Loft Mountain has many campsites that are tucked away into a small section of trees that make it feel pretty secluded. Additionally, Loft Mountain has some campsites with great views, which is very nice. I love Loft Mountain, and I’ll definitely return.

Mary B

Verified

October 28, 2021 Stayed at: E155, Loop: E Loop

5

Very nice campsites.

Judy W

Verified

October 25, 2021 Stayed at: E133, Loop: E Loop

5

Enjoyed watching the deer while eating breakfast, nice pull through site

Stephanie E

Verified

October 24, 2021 Stayed at: E157, Loop: E Loop

5

Such an incredible place. We have plans to return in the future. Our campsite had an apple tree on it which attracted a family of deer while we were there. If you're up for a strenuous hike, Old Rag is so worth the drive from Loft mountain campground. There is so much to do around, I can't wait to return and stay longer to explore more.

Chandana T

Verified

October 24, 2021 Stayed at: F163, Loop: F Loop

5

Location is beautiful!

Lana B

Verified

October 22, 2021 Stayed at: E137, Loop: E Loop

4

The store staff had an attitude most days. They also would pick and choose who they wanted to enforce to wear a mask. I forgot my mask in the car once, so I tried putting my sweatshirt over my face as I have a broken ankle and didn’t want to walk back to get it. They told me I needed my mask. That is fine, it is the rule so I did so without complaint. When I got back in the store with my mask on, I noticed one woman freely shopping without a mask and another person walk in behind me without one…neither of them were approached by the staff. The unfair treatment is what I don’t like.

Richard C

Verified

October 22, 2021 Stayed at: E156, Loop: E Loop

5

Beautiful place to camp. Several hiking trails for all types of hikers.

Vicki H

Verified

October 22, 2021 Stayed at: E140, Loop: E Loop

5

We loved our stay at Loft Mountain!

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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