Although there were mixed reviews for the Cove online we went ahead and booked for this past…read moreweekend, July 6-8, 2018. There is no running water at the sites, at least the sites we had, which were Camp 7, sites 6 & 7. There is a very close permanent structure porta-potti which was kept very clean. There is water available and showers at the main office and the other camps which are a few minutes by car. Keeping that in mind and preparing your weekend for that will prevent any issues. From the moment we arrived, the employees were welcoming and very helpful. The main office is staffed through midnight and they have wood and ice for sale and helped with any questions. The people that commented on bad customer service must have been mistaken because everyone we dealt with was fantastic. From a camping standpoint, our site was almost perfect. There was some broken glass from prior campers which we tried to clean as good as we could, but besides that minor issue, the sites were perfect. Heavily wooded, next to one of the smaller lakes, and beautiful. In addition to camping, the grounds have a very nice kept beach front on the bigger lake, tons of picnic tables, a beach volleyball area, and a dock. They have a shooting range on the property, but be mindful that you absolutely need an SUV or 4 x 4 to get to the range. They also rent canoes and flat bottom row boats which is great. We had a great time fishing from the shores and the boats. The main lake area is a perfect place to hang out on the grass, go for a swim, or fish during the day. It was an amazing weekend and we couldn't have asked for more from the campground. Because they have so much property, our campsite was extremely private and when we didn't have the radio playing, it was nothing but wilderness noises all night long. We will absolutely be going back this season.

I brought my son and his friends here to camp and fish for his 11th birthday. Prior to the trip, I…read morespoke with Willis on the phone about staying for a single night, and he recommended I reserve a lakefront site. However, upon arrival, we were suddenly told there was a two-night minimum. When I explained I wasn't informed of this during my call, the staff became incredibly rude and unprofessional, blaming me for not checking their poorly updated website. They threatened to deny us service entirely unless we paid for the full weekend. As other reviewers state they are extremely rude and could care less if you stayed or not! I even offered to forfeit our $40 deposit and just pay as a one-night walk-up, but they refused, falsely claiming they were 'fully booked.' In reality, there was only one other family in the entire campground. To make matters worse, the bathhouses were so dirty that the boys opted to use the woods instead. While the scenery is truly beautiful, the terrible customer service and deceptive practices mean I will be taking my money elsewhere.

Often times, the national parks get the best territory and the states get leftovers. However, the…read moreShenandoah River State Park, down the mountain from well known Skyline Drive and its accompanying federal parkland, is by no means inferior. A rural drive leads to a visitor center, trails, an overlook, river access, and campgrounds. I had time for only a brief visit, but the views were majestic. It would be an excellent place to return for a hike. As with most of Virginia's state parks, there is a modest entrance fee, but I'm sure it's well worth it.

I travel and stay at a lot of parks during the course of the year, and I have only repeated a few…read moreof them. This location is incredible, rich with things to do, views to see, and adventures to have with enough time. The cabins are gorgeous, fair warning that there is no television, but honestly who cares?! I had great phone signal which almost never happens on these excursions, and I loved making a fire in my fireplace and sitting on the porch with coffee for sunrise, which I could see from Cabin 11. This cabin also was at the end and felt private, even though I could see my neighbors (who had set up Christmas lights! How fun!) There's also a wonderful hiking trail right by these cabins, 10 and 11, the Red Tail Ridge, that was semi-short (2.5 miles or so if desired to create a loop with Big Oak) and had views of the river and Shenandoah valley below!

Great family campground that is a first come, first serve location in the Shanandoah Valley. We…read morelucked out by getting a site on the river with a small waterfall behind our tent. We stayed for a week and although there were several small kids, noise level was minimal during the day and nonexistent after 9 pm. The camp host worked endlessly to keep the grounds free of trash/leaves on the main roadways and walking paths. There was a sheriff's vehicle that drove through periodically which was an added security. There are a variety of walking trails from easy to more advanced adventures. Sites are $10 off season and $20 for in season. They do have bath houses open for in season campers and several bathrooms that are well kept all year long.

This is a great place to take the family or just go alone and enjoy the out doors, there is…read moreprimitive camp site for the guys and gals that are up for roughing it and sites that have water and showers if you feel like relaxing a bit more. The trails in the area aren't difficult to hike at all even kids can do most of them. Passage creek is a great place to trout fish, but please make sure you have your trout stamp and national forest stamp for your fishing licenses. In the summer the creek is a fun place to swim and there is lots of history in the park go explore and have fun.

Photo Credits: Photography by 3Spade7Star…read more Five River Campgrounds exceeded my highest expectations and had the most friendly, kindest, and most wonderful staff & owners. The campground is famous for its sold out annual Bluegrass festival yet it is gaining attention for its powwow events. It was very easy to find the campground. We went to the Five River Campgrounds for the Third Annual Powwow in Parsons in June 2025. It was the most meaningful pow wow I ever experienced. The owners of the campground (Joyce & John) gave the sales of the tickets to the powwow to the MMIW (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women) Memorial Grove. The non profit organization is involved in promoting awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Some of the performers gave their earnings to MMIW Memorial Grove as well. The Five Rivers Campgrounds owners welcomed us with open arms and immediately noticed us as photographers. We do a lot of philanthropic work in photography yet we rarely get noticed or thanked by many people for it. The owners of the campground were selling tee shirts and stickers with our photography. We had given permission to have our photography used to the performer we have taken the photo of and we were happy to see that he & the owners of the campground were displaying our photography on tee shirts and stickers in the campground shop. The campgrounds are beautiful with views of the mountain. Immediately staff helped us park and alerted us of the speed limit on the campgrounds. The powwow was held outdoors and there was an open air arena with a roof to provide shade. The stage in the venue had a shelter and a good view. You had to provide your own seating, yet we knew that beforehand. The fee for the pow wow was $10 for two days, and we captured the most memorable and beautiful photos we ever took on those days of performers in regalia against green foliage and the mountains. The powwow was small yet the amazing camaraderie and performers were unforgettable. This was one of the finest powwow venues in ambiance, performance, connections, and professionalism we ever experienced.

Quiet, friendly, respectful park. Easy to get to, just outside of a little town so you have all the…read moreplaces to get supplies. Tucked back up to a river so you feel a million miles away. I'll definitely be going back soon. My dog and I had a great time while we were there.

Very nice site. Staff were friendly. Sites are well maintained…read more I have a couple of recommendations. The dog park is nice, but it would be great if you had a trash can to throw away the poop at the site. Hope to be back again

Beautiful campground Laundry room was clean…read more It was a rainy weekend but the kids enjoyed playing on the playground when it wasn't raining It's a small playground but enough for our little ones The wifi worked fine There are some toys in the shop for kids to play with on rainy days The owner makes custom tumblers; I bought two, one of which she made custom for me. They are all beautiful! We would've stayed longer but the following weekend was fully booked so we are on the road again

A small quaint campground. Situated along a beautiful creek and walking distance to a cute town…read morewith restaurants. We had 4 campsites along the creek. It was wonderful. The staff at the campground was amazing. Bethany was so helpful. Firewood available and they will deliver it to your campsite and just add it to your tab. We were there Halloween weekend and so many sites decorated and they had a party on Saturday night. Definitely worth visiting!!!

Super nice We we're traveling back home and just needed an overnight stay. Called and she was SO…read moreaccommodating. Very clean and well taken care of small campground. We'll be back next year this will be our go to stop!

We had the pleasure of staying at Eagle's Nest as organizers for our motorhome rally in May 2019…read more Paul was wonderful in helping plan the rally, and throughout the course of the event. We found all the staff at Eagle's Nest to be very pleasant, friendly and accommodating. We had about 15 rigs, and rented one cabin. Paul placed us in sites very near each other, and close to the pavilion which perfectly met our needs for the event. The pavilion near the creek, with electricity, lighting, a nearby restroom, and running water, was a great set-up for our group meetings and meals. Paul even set up a fire ring near the pavilion for our evening campfire and music. The camp facilities were very clean and level, with full services at each site. The restaurant on site (Fireside Inn) has an extensive menu. Try the cauliflower soup ... it is FABULOUS. Eagles Nest is conveniently located near Cumberland, MD - a great local tourism spot with museums, shops, restaurants, and a scenic railroad ride. The campground is still a work in progress and we look forward to going back to see how it is coming along. Paul has a great vision for further improvements and is working hard toward that end. With a mix of seasonal and transient residents, most in self-contained units, there is little need for public facilities. Some in our group might have preferred a public bathhouse (in future development plan), but the lack of a public bathhouse would not prevent our return. Happy trails ...

Our antique motorcycle club (nation's capital Norton Owners) has an annual rally the weekend after…read morelabor day when we camp, ride bikes, roast a pig, horse around and have a lot of fun. We had a great experience at Eagle's Nest September 2019, our 39th annual 'Rolling Thunder' rally. The camping, accommodations, food and entertainment were some of the best we have enjoyed. I enjoyed flyfishing on Patterson Creek, on the banks of which I pitched my tent. The Club had a great time and we will surely return in the future. Thanks Paul, et. al.! John T. Stinson, M.D. President, NCNO

This campground is a real gem! It's well off the beaten path and offers 1 RV site, cabin camping,…read moreglamping tents, and tent site, some of which are waterfront. There are no hot showers, however, there is one outdoor enclosed shower that is amazing. There are men and woman's restrooms, grills, fire pits, bonfire location, and even a pavilion that's able to be rented. There is even good WiFi, when in the WiFi zone. Everything is very clean and well tended to! Probably the cleanest campground we've ever been to. Mark, the owner, is very helpful, thorough, and takes great pride in Camp Cacapon. This would be the perfect location for a wedding, group camping trip or just a nice quiet getaway!

This campsite was AMAZING! We came in mid-October for our anniversary and will absolutely be back…read morein the Spring.

Absolutely loved hiking at Bear's Den Overlook! The trail was peaceful, well-maintained, and had…read morebeautiful scenery the entire way up. The hike itself was fairly easy and can be finish under a hour. It is dog friendly, fairly shaded, and trail is well marked. You can sit down on the rock ledges and look at the incredible panoramic views of the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. There is a small parking lot. It's a perfect spot for a quick getaway from the city, whether you're going for sunrise, sunset, or just a relaxing day outdoors. After can hit up Bear Chase Brewery close by.

A great quick out and back hike! It took us about 20-30 minutes from the parking lot to get to the…read moretop with no breaks. Great view from the top and a quick walk to the bear den hostel from the top. Well maintained trail. Lots of parking even on the weekends although it can get rather crowded on the trail

Far exceeded my expectations! The staff, both in the office and in the field, were fantastic. All…read moreof my questions were answered quickly and efficiently. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help make the trip everything I ever wanted. I look forward to my hunt to Mongolia with them next year!

Really Great people, they are great.My trip was great and whole process went so great, no delays,…read morethey took care of my visa, tickets, guide, trophy and imports. Will use them again for such a great service, premium service at best possible price.