Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

215 total sites

RV Sites

163 sites

Tent Sites

52 sites

About Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)

Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an outdoor family getaway.

Number of accommodations: 215

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
  • Showers
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

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

215 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
002, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
004, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
005, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
006, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
007, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
008, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
009, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
010, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
011, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
012, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
013, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
014, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
015, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
016, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
017, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
018, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
019, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
020, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
021, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
022, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
023, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
024, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
027, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
028, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
029, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
030, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
031, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
032, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
033, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
034, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
035, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
036, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
037, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
038, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
039, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
040, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
041, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
042, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
043, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
044, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
045, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
046, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
047, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
048, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
049, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
050, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
051, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
052, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
053, Loop: Walk To Tent Only Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 A058, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A060, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A061, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A062, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A063, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A064, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A065, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 A066, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
Electric Only
🚐 A067, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
Electric Only
🚐 A068, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
Electric Only
🚐 A069, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
Electric Only
🚐 A070, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
Electric Only
🚐 A071, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A072, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A073, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A074, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A075, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A076, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A077, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A078, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A079, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A080, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A081, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A082, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A083, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A084, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A085, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A086, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A087, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A088, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A089, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A090, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A091, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A092, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A093, Loop: A Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 A094, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A095, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A098, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A099, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A100, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A101, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A102, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A103, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 A104, Loop: A Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 B105, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B106, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B107, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B108, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B109, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B110, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B111, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B112, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B113, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B114, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B115, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B116, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B117, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B118, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B119, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 B120, Loop: Generator Prohibited RV
No Hookups
🚐 C121, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C122, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C123, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C124, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C125, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C126, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C127, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C128, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C129, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C130, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C131, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C132, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C133, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C134, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C135, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C136, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C137, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C138, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C139, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C140, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 C141, Loop: C Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D142, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D143, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D144, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D145, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D146, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D147, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D148, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D149, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D150, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D151, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D152, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D153, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D154, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D155, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D156, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D157, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D158, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D159, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D160, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D161, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D162, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D163, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D164, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D165, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D166, Loop: D Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 D167, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D168, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 D169, Loop: D Loop RV
Electric Only
E172, Loop: E Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 E173, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E174, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E175, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E176, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E177, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E178, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E179, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E180, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E181, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E182, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E183, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E184, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E185, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E186, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E187, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E188, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E189, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E190, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E191, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E192, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E193, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E194, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 E196, Loop: E Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 E197, Loop: E Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F198, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F199, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F200, Loop: F Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 F201, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F202, Loop: F Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 F203, Loop: F 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
🚐 G208, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G209, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 G210, Loop: G Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 H211, Loop: H Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 H212, Loop: H Loop RV
Electric Only
H213, Loop: H Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 H214, Loop: H Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 H215, Loop: H Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 H217, Loop: H Loop RV
Electric Only
🚐 I219, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I220, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I222, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I223, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I224, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I225, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I226, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I227, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I228, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I229, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I230, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups
🚐 I231, Loop: I Loop RV
No Hookups

Reviews (886)

What Guests Are Saying

Big Meadows Campground offers a fantastic camping experience with friendly staff, clean facilities, and stunning views. Guests appreciate the convenient amenities, such as a campstore and close access to trails. While it can get busy and some have noted cleanliness issues in the bathrooms, overall, visitors love the campground's beauty and organization, often returning for future stays.

Review Summary

4.6
886 reviews
5
70.5%
625
4
20.8%
184
3
5.6%
50
2
2.0%
18
1
1.0%
9

Jaelyn J

Verified

November 1, 2025 Stayed at: A061, Loop: Generator Prohibited

5

I had such a nice time, super clean place, super clean bathrooms, awesome gift shop, and most importantly such beautiful hikes and views!

John S

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: C126, Loop: C Loop

5

There are short and long hikes. Be sure you allow enough time to complete the round trip hikes so as not to be caught in the dark. There are two hikes I would recommend, White Oak Canyon Falls and Dark Hollow Falls. Both require proper hiking attire such as, good hiking boots, rain gear and a good solid walking stick (you should be able to find one of these anywhere around the park. If you're camping and want some entertainment, the Big Medows Lodge Tap Room usually has that (no cover charge) plus you can get something to drink or eat too. There is usually a jig-saw puzzle or two in the lounge on the first floor of the lodge.

Phillip B

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: C121, Loop: C Loop

4

Camping in Big Meadows went very well. The sites were easy to locate and the camp host/camp site rangers were very friendly and helpful. The camp site had some trash scattered around and I wish people picked up better before they left the sites.

Phillip B

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: C121, Loop: C Loop

4

Camping in Big Meadows went very well. The sites were easy to locate and the camp host/camp site rangers were very friendly and helpful. The camp site had some trash scattered around and I wish people picked up better before they left the sites.

Karen L

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: A067, Loop: Generator Prohibited

5

I have been going to Big Meadows for over 50 years. It's such a special place. The bathrooms are clean and the heater was sufficient. The campsite was spacious and somewhat private. The campsite driveway definitely needs to be replaced, but we were tent camping so it was fine.

F B

Verified

November 3, 2025 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Walk To Tent Only

5

We absolutely loved camping here! Great site and gorgeous park with amazing hiking, will definitely be back.

Sol L

Verified

November 3, 2025 Stayed at: G207, Loop: G Loop

5

Easy access to the restrooms, water source, and trash area.

Tristan D

Verified

November 4, 2025 Stayed at: 048, Loop: Walk To Tent Only

5

My partner, dog, and I stayed here early october for 3 nights. We loved it. It was close but not too close to bathrooms and other campsites. Definitely big enough for 2-3 tents if you have the need. In the morning, I would take the dog on a walk, and we would see tons of deer. We enjoyed coming back in the late afternoon and seeing deer lie down near our site or on the way to the big meadows store. Other creatures were up and about as well. The small store by the main restrooms/showers had plenty of firewood. The firepit has seen better days but it got the job done. We would stay again!

Daniela B

Verified

November 4, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Walk To Tent Only

5

Great location to camp. bathrooms super clean and everything within walking distance: information center, dining, bathroom and store.

Steven H

Verified

November 5, 2025 Stayed at: H217, Loop: H Loop

5

Always enjoy staying at Big Meadows. It is very close to many trails. We were there at a perfect time to see the fall colors. Also enjoy going to the lodge to hang out at the fireplace and eat at the restaurant and pub.

Location Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)

Address:
Shenandoah National Park Headquarters,<Br>3655 U.S. Highway 211 East
Luray, VA, 22835
United States

Highway access

Big Meadows Campground is accessible via Skyline Drive, a scenic byway that runs through Shenandoah National Park. The nearest major road is US Route 211, approximately 15 miles to the south.

Elevation: 1098 feet

Distance to downtown

30 mi drive to downtown Luray (about 50 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 11, 2026

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