Sherando Lake Recreation Area
Sherando Lake Recreation Area is known locally as the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Families enjoy picnicking in this shaded and woody area, while relaxing on the sandy beach of a 25-acre spring-fed lake. Access to multiple trailheads and rustic architecture provide numerous points of interest for families to enjoy.
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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.
early-April - late-October
Open Early April to Late October, Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. Entrance gate is closed daily from 10 pm to 6 am.
The George Washington & Jefferson National Forests Seasonal Day Use Pass  covers day use fees.
The America the Beautiful Interagency Senior (annual and lifetime) and Access Passes provide a 50% discount to the day use fee, and basic campsite fee (not hook ups).
Alcoholic beverages prohibited in day use area. No combustible engines allowed on the lake. Hand carry boats only. When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
Overnight Use:Single Site: $25/night., Double Site: $40/night., Elecrtric Fee: $7/night. Please be prepared to pay with CASH or CHECK.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR CAMPING AND WILLIAMS BRANCH GROUP PICNIC SHELTER
$8 per vehicle up to 8 passenger capacity for day use. $2 per person for vans and buses carrying more than 8 passengers and walk-ins for day use. $25 per single site per night, plus $7 electric fee (some sites). $40 for the double site per night, plus $7 electric fee (maximum 12 people). Group campsite: $50 per night per group site 1 - 15 people, (maximum 75 people). Group picnic shelter: $25 (maximum 50 people) (day use fee applies).
Reserve camping spots and the Williams Branch Group Picnic Shelter at recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
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: 27 Ranger Lane Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
Phone: 540-291-2188
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.919816
Longitude: -79.008144
Directions
From I-64: Take exit 96 just east of Stuarts Draft. Turn south onto State Route (SR) 624 and continue. At Lyndhurst the road changes to SR 664 (Mount Torrey Road), but there is no distinct turn. Continue south on SR 664 approximately 8 miles to the entrance to Sherando Lake Recreation Area on the right.
From I-81: Take exit 217 for Mint Springs/Stuarts Draft and continue wast on State Route (SR) 654 to the first stoplight. Turn left onto US 340 and continue into Stuarts Draft. Take a right at the third stoplight and continue onto SR 608. Continue through the next stoplight and bare left onto SR 610 (Howardsville Turnpile). Continue on SR 610 to the next stop sign and turn right onto SR 664 (Mount Torry Road). After 5 miles, the entrance to Sherando Lake Recreation area is on the right.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Visitor Programs Info
Recreation areas with activity Visitor Programs: Weekend evening campfire programs at the amphitheater, typically Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Picnicking - Single Info
- Twenty-five picnic sites at lakeside picnic area and 40 sites at Williams Branch picnic area
- No campfire rings available. Charcoal fires only in pedestal grills available at picnic sites.
Picnicking - Groups Info
Group Picnicking
No. of Sites: 1
Reservation Info
Picnic Shelter Reservation Information
Group Shelter
Group Shelter contains 4 picnic tables under the shelter.
Group Cooking Facilities
Double pedestal grill adjacent to shelter for charcoal fires to cook.
