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Shenandoah National Park
Camping
 
Campsites amidst the green forest in Shenandoah's popular Big Meadows Campground.
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Campsite at Big Meadows Campground.

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Campgrounds

There are four campgrounds in Shenandoah National Park.

Mathews Arm (mile 22.1)
Big Meadows (mile 51.2)
Lewis Mountain (mile 57.5) 
Loft Mountain (mile 79.5)

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A backcountry camper sets up her campsite.

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Backcountry Camping

Most of Shenandoah National Park, including its wilderness, is open to backcountry camping.

A free permit is required for backcountry camping.

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A camper assembles her campsite in Shenandoah's backcountry.
Backcountry Camping
Backcountry and Wilderness camping information.
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Unwanted Pest -  Emerald ash borer (EAB) - Don't bring firewood in.
Firewood Notice
Help keep pests out - Don't bring firewood in.
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Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace
Take care of your park! Learn about LNT
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Make campground reservations online
Go to www.recreation.gov
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A old picture of the Hoovers sitting on the porch of thier cabin at Rapidan Camp, in Shenandoah National Park.

Did You Know?
You can visit President Herbert Hoover’s summer vacation home, Rapidan Camp, in Shenandoah National Park.
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Last Updated: August 29, 2011 at 07:35 MST