Morris Hill Campground
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: Covington, VA, VA
Price: From $18 per night
Price range: $18–$65 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (87 reviews)
Season: May through October
Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground for groups of family and friends. The family campground is a family-friendly destination perched on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. Kids can have fun at the playground while older generations sit back and relax in the shade.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch
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Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic family-friendly campground perched on a ridge above Lake Moomaw with a playground, group sites accommodating up to 25 guests, and access to boating, hiking, and swimming. Google reviewers praise its seclusion, well-maintained bathhouse with showers, and unique fire-managed camping experience.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern/Gray Ratsnake Complex, and Common Garter Snake present in the area.
Insider tips for Morris Hill Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV — no hookups available at most sites Group sites can accommodate up to 8 tents and 25 guests total
Skip Morris Hill Campground if: You need RV hookups — only electric hookups listed and most sites have no hookups. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer hot showers — reviewers note shower has one temperature setting.
Best time to visit Morris Hill Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Coles Point (Covington, VA), Bolar Mountain Recreation Area (Warm Springs, VA), Lake Sherwood (WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV), Blowing Springs (Warm Springs, VA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Morris Hill Campground
Cell signal at Morris Hill Campground (Covington, VA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground for groups of family and friends. The family campground is a family-friendly destination perched on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. Kids can have fun at the playground while older generations sit back and relax in the shade.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV
no hookups available at most sites
Group sites can accommodate up to 8 tents and 25 guests total
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Family Campground- From Covington, VA, take Exit 16A off Interstate 64 to US Rt. 220. Go north on Rt. 220 for 5.6 miles to State Rt. 687. Turn left onto Rt. 687 and go 3.2 miles to State Rt. 641. Turn left onto Rt 641/666 and go 4.2 miles to State Rt. 605. Then turn right onto Rt. 605 and proceed 2 miles to campground entrance on left. Group Campsites- From Covington, VA, take Exit 16A or 16Boff I-64. Follow signs for US 220 and travel north on US 220 for about 5.5 miles. Turn left on State Road
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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