Lake Moomaw Recreation
Lake Moomaw is a popular outdoor recreation destination offering multiple campgrounds, swim beaches, boating ramps, fishing piers and scenic trails. Popular with boaters and anglers, the 2,530-acre cold-water lake sits along the Jackson River in the mountains of the Alleghany Highlands where it boasts over 40 miles of undeveloped shoreline.
Visitors can plan to base their adventures at recreation sites at the northern end of Lake Moomaw in Bath County or in the southern end of Lake Moomaw in Alleghany County.
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Reservations
Many recreation activities at Lake Moomaw require no reservations. Some campsites are first-come first-served; most campsites require a reservation. Campsites can be reserved at Recreation.gov. Reservations must be made 2 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance for standard sites and 12 months in advance for group sites.
General Information
The America the Beautiful Interagency Pass series and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests Seasonal Day Use Pass are accepted here and cover day use fees. The America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes provide a 50% discount to the base campsite fee (not hook ups) and day use fees.
When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
Please, keep your pet on a leash when in a recreation area or campground. The law requires dog owners to keep their dog on a leash with a length no greater than 6 feet and under physical control when within a recreational area, such as a campground or day use area (36 CFR 2616(j)).
Address: 422 Forestry Road Hot Springs, VA 24445
Phone: 540-839-2521
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
