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Mountain House Day Use Area
Area Status: Open
Mountain House Day Use Area provides the primary access to Ramseys Draft Wilderness and an opportunity for a nice picnic or to stage a hiking adventure. Native trout fishing is available in the adjacent Ramseys Draft stream.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m |
|---|---|
| Fees: | No Fee |
| Open Season: | April 1 - December 1 |
| Restrictions: | No overnight camping. |
| Closest Towns: | West Augusta, VA |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet; Closed December 1st through April 1st |
| Operated By: | North River Ranger District: 540-432-0187 |
General Information
Directions: From Staunton, VA: Travel on U.S. 250 west. The Mountain House Day Use Area is located on U.S. 250 approximately five miles past the turn off to Braley Pond at the junction with Forest Development Road (FDR) 68.Activities
Day Hiking
Picnicking
| No. of Sites | Picnicking sites available |
| Reservation Info | No Reservations Required |
Location
Latitude :
38.30639
Longitude :
-79.36222