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Shaws Fork Campground
Area Status: Open
This campground provides access to trailheads and is popular among hunters. This site is also near the historic Civil War battlefield in McDowell, VA.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. |
|---|---|
| Fees: | No Fee |
| Open Season: | April 1 - December 15 |
| Closest Towns: | McDowell, VA |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Operated By: | North River Ranger District: 540-432-0187 |
General Information
Directions: From Staunton, VA: Follow U.S. 250 west to Churchville. Continue west on U.S. 250 for 20 miles past Churchville and turn left onto State Route (S.R.) 616. Shaws Fork Equestrian Campground is located 1.0 miles on the left.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| No. of Accessible sites |
Day Hiking
Horse Camping
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| No. of Accessible sites | |
| Water Availability | Yes |
| Sleeping Shelter | No |
Horse Riding
| Water Availability | No |
Alerts & Warnings
- Bolar Flat Day Use Area at Lake Moomaw Closed for Public Health and Safety
- Bolar Mountain Recreation Area Summer Schedule Delayed
- Grindstone camping limited in 2022
- Temp Closure: Rocky Run ATV trail, Second Mountain, Long Run Road
- Some roads and trails closed in Rockingham County VA and Pendleton County WV
- Offices remain closed to public entry in response to COVID-19
Location
Latitude :
38.306
Longitude :
-79.429
