Sherando Lake Group Camp

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: NATURAL BRIDGE, VA, VA

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (14 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sherando Lake Group Camp is a part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area and is popular with family groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, church groups and other local organizations. The recreation area is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is known locally as the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, swimming and relaxing.The 25 acre Lower Lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with a sand beach, accessible ramp to the water’s edge, and a beac

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

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

Sherando Lake Group Camp is popular with family groups and organizations, situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains with a 25-acre Lower Lake offering swimming, fishing, and boating. Campers praise it as a quiet, tranquil spot with clean facilities and plenty of room.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Bobcat, Barred Owl, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Insider tips for Sherando Lake Group Camp: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 5 tent sites and high demand from groups. Firewood is available for sale on-site. Visit early morning hours for the quietest, most tranquil experience.

Skip Sherando Lake Group Camp if: You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at sites.. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only..

Best time to visit Sherando Lake Group Camp: May - October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter (NATURAL BRIDGE STATION, VA), Sherando Lake Recreation Area Family Camping (NATURAL BRIDGE STATION, VA), Loft Mountain Campground (Elkton, VA), Otter Creek Campground (Asheville, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sherando Lake Group Camp

Cell signal at Sherando Lake Group Camp (NATURAL BRIDGE, 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.

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NATURAL BRIDGE, VA, VA★ 4.8 (14 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sherando Lake Group Camp is a part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area and is popular with family groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, church groups and other local organizations. The recreation area is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is known locally as the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, swimming and relaxing.The 25 acre Lower Lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with a sand beach, accessible ramp to the water’s edge, and a beach bathhouse with changing and shower facilities. Fishing and boating are also available outside the designated swimming area in the lake.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric HookupsFirewood for Sale

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at sites.✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a federal campground with only 5 tent sites and high demand from groups.

Firewood is available for sale on-site.

Visit early morning hours for the quietest, most tranquil experience.

Best: May - October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Bobcat, Barred Owl, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-64, take Exit 96 just east of Stuarts Draft. Go south on State Route 624, which becomes State Route 664 at Lyndhurst. Continue south on State Route 664 approximately 8 miles to the entrance for Sherando Lake Recreation Area on the right. The gatehouse is approximately 0.5 miles ahead. If the gatehouse is closed, continue through the recreation area to the group camping area at the end of the road.

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Sherando Lake Group Camp cost per night?+
Sherando Lake Group Camp costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Sherando Lake Group Camp open?+
Sherando Lake Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sherando Lake Group Camp have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Sherando Lake Group Camp?+
Sherando Lake Group Camp is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Sherando Lake Group Camp?+
Sherando Lake Group Camp is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Sherando Lake Group Camp?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sherando Lake Group Camp is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sherando Lake Group Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
Sherando Lake Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$50 /night★ 4.8 (14)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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