Camping • One Night

Syria, Virginia

Camping • One Night

7 Acres Of Meadows On The 1800 Acre Farm

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Date

Fri, Oct 3

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Experience the beauty of 7 acres of meadows on a sprawling 1800-acre farm, where you can create your own campsite and enjoy the tranquility of nature. With hiking trails like Old Rag and White Oak Canyon nearby, plus unique amenities like fiber optic WiFi, this destination offers a memorable outdoor adventure.

About

7 acres of meadows on the 1800 acre Farm
Please stay within signed areas as the size of the campground changes according to festival events
Free-form make your own place
No picnic tables
No fire ring - make your own from river rocks at field edges
Please return the rocks so that we can mow without breaking the blades
Wood - collect from forest or buy down at the Market-Deli & Tackle
Water spigots up front
Small electrical supply up front - for devices only
Porta-toilets and pit toilets
Wet toilets, sinks and showers are usually available down at the bathhouse in the DORM area behind the packing shed opposite the Market
Fiber Optic WiFi- that allows for Cell service calling and receiving - even without cell service - up front. Get password at bulletin board, Market or Main Lodge
Cell phones - connect to your network via our WiFi both to call out and receive calls. We are remote so no cell towers available
Open 24 hours - at night please be quiet when arriving at setting up
Dog Friendly - on leash, please
Old Rag Hike- 6.5 miles to the back entrance (Weakley Hollow/Berry Hollow Fire Rd and Old Rag Shelter |10.5 miles to Nethers/Front Entrance.
White Oak Canyon Hike - 6.5 miles up our back hollow road
No hook-ups

Note

Size of campground

The campground starts at 7 acres and expands to 55 plus acres Always Open for Arrival
Please just respect the peace of others who come in.
Information, Events, Maps, Restaurant All available across the road and up the hill at the Main Lodge Guest Care.
For a full list of activities, view our Calendar of Events here > https://www.gravesmountain.com/calendar-events-shenandoah-blue-ridge/

Adventure Tips

Set Up Camp Near Meadows for Best Views

Pitch your tent on the 7-acre meadow area to enjoy open skies and starry nights.

Bring Layers for Variable Evening Temperatures

Even in summer, nighttime temperatures can drop, so pack a warm jacket or extra layers.

Use Leave No Trace Principles

Preserve the natural beauty by packing out all trash and minimizing campfire impact.

Plan Day Hikes Early

Start hikes early for cooler temperatures and avoid crowds, especially on Old Rag and White Oak Canyon trails.

Local Insights

Wildlife

white-tailed deer
Eastern box turtles

History

Graves Mountain Farm has been family-owned since 1877, originally serving as a traditional homestead before evolving into a recreational farm.

Conservation

The farm practices sustainable land management and encourages Leave No Trace principles to protect its natural habitats.

One Night Camping at Graves Mountain Farm, Virginia

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