Bark Camp

Federal campground in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Location: Coeburn, VA, VA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bark-camp to be notified when sites open up.

Budget-friendly tent camping at $20/night in the scenic Coeburn, VA area with fire rings and picnic tables. First-come, first-served access with potential QR code payment via Recreation.gov app.

Wildlife alert: Coyotes present in area; also barred owls, red-shouldered hawks, eastern box turtles, and beavers nearby.

Insider tips for Bark Camp: Arrive early or plan ahead — only 1 site available and first-come, first-served booking Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment capability Federal campground with limited amenities — bring your own supplies and expect basic facilities

Skip Bark Camp if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Bark Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Flatwoods Group Picnic Area (Norton, VA), High Knob Campground (Norton, VA), Cane Patch (Pound, VA), Phillip’S Creek Group Picnic Area (Norton, VA).