Todd Lake Campground

Federal campground in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Location: Mount Solon, 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/todd-lake-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Todd Lake Campground offers a clean recreation area with a small lake, playground, and picnic tables with grills. Google reviewers rate it 4.6/5 stars and praise its cleanliness and amenities.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake and Northern Watersnake present within 8km. Also Coyote, White-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, and American Woodcock documented in area.

Insider tips for Todd Lake Campground: First-come, first-served basis only — arrive early to secure a site. Can pay via Recreation.gov mobile app Scan and Pay feature if available. Lake has designated swimming and fishing areas plus sandy beach and cement handicap ramp. Only 1 tent site available — extremely limited capacity.

Skip Todd Lake Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this campground.. You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closures apply..

Best time to visit Todd Lake Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Hone Quarry Campground (Dayton, VA), Brandywine Campground (Brandywine, WV), Loft Mountain Campground (Elkton, VA), Spruce Knob Lake (RIVERTON, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Todd Lake Campground

Cell signal at Todd Lake Campground (Mount Solon, 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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Mount Solon, VA, VA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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 hookups — no hookups available at this campground.✕ You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal closures apply.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis only

arrive early to secure a site.

Can pay via Recreation.gov mobile app Scan and Pay feature if available.

Lake has designated swimming and fishing areas plus sandy beach and cement handicap ramp.

Only 1 tent site available

extremely limited capacity.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Timber Rattlesnake and Northern Watersnake present within 8km. Also Coyote, White-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, and American Woodcock documented in area.

Location

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N/A· George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Todd Lake Campground cost per night?+
Todd Lake Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Todd Lake Campground open?+
Todd Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Todd Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Todd Lake Campground?+
Todd Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Todd Lake Campground?+
Todd Lake Campground 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 Todd Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Todd Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Todd Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Todd Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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