Warning
GeneralWe are currently replacing the Bolar Mountain wastewater treatment plant and are uncertain how this project will affect our 2026 recreation season offerings. Sugar Ridge Campground and Campground 1 at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area will initially open for first come first served camping to begin the 2026 recreation season. The Beach Area will initially open as well. There will be limited amenities and port-o-potties will be utilized. Morris Hill Campground will be open and reservations can be made through recreation.gov. The Picnic Pavilion will remain closed. The facilities are tentatively scheduled to open on May 15th. We will communicate any changes that may occur due to ongoing construction and improvement of these recreation sites. Please contact the James River and Warm Springs Ranger District office at 540-839-2521 if you have questions.
About Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 85
Campground Amenities
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Reviews (191)
What Guests Are Saying
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers a beautiful and serene environment with clear waters perfect for swimming and fishing, attracting many returning visitors. Camp sites are spacious and well-maintained, and the bathrooms are generally clean. However, some reviewers noted issues with overgrown vegetation, maintenance of facilities, and limited access to firewood and supplies, suggesting areas for improvement. Overall, visitors appreciate the area's natural beauty and the peaceful camping experience it provides.
What Guests Are Saying
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers a beautiful and serene environment with clear waters perfect for swimming and fishing, attracting many returning visitors. Camp sites are spacious and well-maintained, and the bathrooms are generally clean. However, some reviewers noted issues with overgrown vegetation, maintenance of facilities, and limited access to firewood and supplies, suggesting areas for improvement. Overall, visitors appreciate the area's natural beauty and the peaceful camping experience it provides.
Review Summary
Robert M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 49-Double, Loop: 2
We love the spacious, roomy sites for camping. The lake is beautiful, not over-crowded.
Bambi E
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: 1
Truly the most beautiful and my most favorite place I’ve visited! It’s family oriented and lights out at 10:00 so it’s relatively quiet. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Wish the fishing was better but no doubt my “happy place”!
Kathy C
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: 1
We never went camping because the water level was too low to be able to run the boat and fish. My friend tore his boat up trying to use it in the lake. So I canceled and was refused my refund after being told I was to receive it. Then the park closed for the winter early. So I am out $200+. Completely dissatisfied.
Eric C
January 11, 2020
Enjoyed 3 different trips. The staff was great and the facilities were immaculate. Thank you for all you do and look forward to seeing you this summer.
Donna G
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: 2
We were able to be close to family and enjoyed the peace and calmness.
John R
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 48, Loop: 2
Great campground with great recreation opportunities right at the campground. Very quiet, scenic, and relaxing. My favorite.
tracy c
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: 3
Bathhouse was broke nearly half the season. It closed after labor day weekend. We love camping there during hunting season. It's our favorite time of year to camp. Y'all need to get rid of the guy leasing it and get someone else or do it yourself.
Carlos G
January 10, 2020
our camp host was awesome. the camp site was awesome. i can't wait to go back!
Kenneth M
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: 1
Beautiful place and nice staff. Need more road signs in area to help find it.
Wayne W
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: 1
We have been coming here for over 25 years. We are never disappointed in our week's camping adventures.
Location Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Address:
756 Twin Ridge Drive
Warm Springs, VA, 24484
United States
Know your route ahead of time, cell service will be intermitten if available at all.
From Covington, take 220 North to Hwy 39 and turn left on Hwy 39. Take Hwy 39 to Hwy 600 (Bolars Draft Road) and turn left on Hwy 600 towards the campgrounds. After about 7.5 miles turn right on Twin Ridge Drive for all campgrounds. Stay straight to head towards the store & marina, an overlook of the lake and McClintic Point.
**GPS often routes vehicles to take Richardson Gorge rd. via the Jackson River tpk. This route is NOT SUGGESTED for travel, especially when towing. It's a narrow dirt road with steep soft edges. Multiple accidents occur on this road each year.**
Latitude & Longitude: 37.9836 / -79.9669
Elevation: 491 feet
Policies & Rules
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Additional first-come, first-served sites may be available |
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Full RV hookups are not available |
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Click here for more information on George Washington and Jefferson National Forests |
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Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest |
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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. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralWe are currently replacing the Bolar Mountain wastewater treatment plant and are uncertain how this project will affect our 2026 recreation season offerings. Sugar Ridge Campground and Campground 1 at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area will initially open for first come first served camping to begin the 2026 recreation season. The Beach Area will initially open as well. There will be limited amenities and port-o-potties will be utilized. Morris Hill Campground will be open and reservations can be made through recreation.gov. The Picnic Pavilion will remain closed. The facilities are tentatively scheduled to open on May 15th. We will communicate any changes that may occur due to ongoing construction and improvement of these recreation sites. Please contact the James River and Warm Springs Ranger District office at 540-839-2521 if you have questions.
