Camp Roosevelt Recreation Area
Camp Roosevelt Campground is the site of the first Civilian Conservation Corps Camp in the Nation. Follow the path through the CCC camp and view the foundations where the actual buildings once stood. Proud and lofty oak trees create the perfect atmosphere for enjoying a simple picnic or camping out with friends or family.
Camp Roosevelt Recreation Area Photos
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General Information
Operating this campground would not be possible without help from volunteers. Find out about volunteer opportunities on the volunteer page. There are a total of 10 sites.
late-May - mid-October
Open late-May to mid-October, Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
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.
Alcoholic beverages prohibited. When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $10 per night
$10 per site per night. We currently do not accept credit/debits cards at this campground. Cash or checks only
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: 102 Koontz St. Edinburg, VA 22824
Phone: 540-984-4101
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.73305556
Longitude: -78.51722222
Directions
From I-81: Take exit 279. Turn east on SR 675. At intersection of US 11 and SR 675 in the center of Edinburg (T-intersection), turn left onto US 11. Make another right turn back onto SR 675 at the north end of Edinburg. Follow SR 675 for 5.9 miles over Massanutten Mountain to STOP sign at Kings Crossing (T-intersection). Turn right and continue on SR 675 for 3.4 miles to an X-intersection of SR 675, FDR 274, and SR 730. Turn left, still on SR 675. Camp entrance is 0.3 miles up, on the left side of the road.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Vault Toilets are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
