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Recreation Region: North River Ranger District

Braley Pond Day Use Area

Braley Pond Day Use Area is a very popular access to multiple trailheads including Ramsey's Draft Wilderness. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy this area for picnicking, fishing, or camping overnight in the adjacent dispersed camping site.

General Information

Open Year-Round

Open Year Round Day Use Only: Sunrise to Sunset

No dispersed camping allowed in picnic area. When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations. 

No Fees are required for this site.

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)). 

Outside view of North River Ranger District Office

Address: 401 Oakwood Drive Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Phone: 540-432-0187
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 38.28611111

Longitude: -79.30194444

Directions

From Staunton, VA: Follow US 250 West to Churchville. Continue West on US 250 for 10 miles past Churchville and turn right onto SR 715. This road turns into Forest Development Road (FDR) 96. Braley Pond is 1 mile off of US 250.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Last updated April 15th, 2025