Old Virginia Group Horse Camp
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — riverside, fishing
Location: Marion, VA, VA
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Season: May through October
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides group equestrian camping just minutes from a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Old Virginia is a secluded, picturesque campground that can accommodate up to 25 guests and 25 horses. The picturesque views of the mountains and the trickling sounds of the stream create a relaxing, serene vibe for visitors at the primitive camping site.No drinking water is provided.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing
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Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides group equestrian camping with access to a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. The secluded, picturesque campground accommodates up to 25 guests and 25 horses with mountain views and stream sounds.
Wildlife alert: Groundhog, American Beaver, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Magnolia Warbler, Northern Watersnake, and Eastern Garter Snake verified in the area.
Insider tips for Old Virginia Group Horse Camp: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring tie lines or a portable pen for horses, as verified by camper experience. Camp is located right at the trailhead for horse riding access.
Skip Old Virginia Group Horse Camp if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this primitive campground.. You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.. You're looking for a single-site campground with more than 1 site available..
Best time to visit Old Virginia Group Horse Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Fox Creek Horse Camp (Marion, VA), Hurricane Campground (Sugar Grove, VA), Raccoon Branch Campground (Sugar Grove, VA), Beartree (Damascus, VA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp
Cell signal at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp (Marion, VA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
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.
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides group equestrian camping just minutes from a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Old Virginia is a secluded, picturesque campground that can accommodate up to 25 guests and 25 horses. The picturesque views of the mountains and the trickling sounds of the stream create a relaxing, serene vibe for visitors at the primitive camping site.No drinking water is provided.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand.
Bring tie lines or a portable pen for horses, as verified by camper experience.
Camp is located right at the trailhead for horse riding access.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
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Getting there →
Take exit 45 off I-81 at Marion ,Virginia. Take Rt.16 south for approximately 17 miles to VA 603 at Troutdale. Turn right onto VA 603 and drive for about 3 miles to the campground on the right. Follow signs.
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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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