Big Bend (Wv)

Monongahela National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundShenandoah National ParkVirginia⭐ 4.7 (252)

🟢 23 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Sun Sep 20–Wed Sep 23

Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 46 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.

Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.

Book / check availability →🧭 Directions

💡 In short

Big Bend (Wv) in Virginia has 23 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Sep 20–Wed Sep 23. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates

Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →👥 12 in a row, UPPR #026–UPPR #037 next to each othersites RIVR #001, #004, #005, #007, #009, #010, #011, UPPR #013, #015, #016, #017, #018, #020, #021, #022, #026, #027, #028, #029, #030, #031, #032, #033, #034, #035, #036, #037, #040, #041, #042, #043, #044, #045, #046

Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →👥 UPPR #038 & UPPR #039 next to each othersites RIVR #002, #008, #012, UPPR #025, #038, #039

Tue Sep 22 – Thu Sep 242 nightsbook these dates →sites RIVR #003, #006

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 10 in a row, UPPR #027–UPPR #036 next to each othersites RIVR #004, #009, #011, #012, UPPR #013, #015, #016, #017, #018, #020, #021, #025, #027, #028, #029, #030, #031, #032, #033, #034, #035, #036, #039, #040, #042, #044, #046

Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 RIVR #007 & RIVR #008 next to each othersites RIVR #001, #007, #008, #010, UPPR #014, #019, #024, #026, #041, #043

Mon Sep 28 – Thu Oct 13 nightsbook these dates →sites RIVR #002, #005, UPPR #022

Wed Sep 30 – Fri Oct 22 nightsbook these dates →sites RIVR #006

Fri Oct 2 – Mon Oct 53 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites RIVR #008, #010, UPPR #014, #019, #022, #024, #026

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite RIVR #001 — Campsite 1 — **Site RIVR #001** · Campsite 1Andrew J. Dalton | BA Services, Inc.

Campsite RIVR #001 — Site #1 — **Site RIVR #001** · Site #1J. Waggy

Campsite RIVR #004 — #4 — **Site RIVR #004** · #4J. Waggy

Campsite RIVR #005 — Campsite 5 — **Site RIVR #005** · Campsite 5Andrew J. Dalton | BA Services, Inc.

Campsite RIVR #005 — Site #5 — **Site RIVR #005** · Site #5J. Waggy

Campsite RIVR #007 — Campsite 7 — **Site RIVR #007** · Campsite 7Andrew J. Dalton | BA Services, Inc.

Campsite RIVR #007 — Site #7 — **Site RIVR #007** · Site #7J. Waggy

Campsite RIVR #009 — #9 — **Site RIVR #009** · #9J. Waggy

Campsite RIVR #010 — Campsite 10 — **Site RIVR #010** · Campsite 10Andrew J. Dalton | BA Services, Inc.

Campsite RIVR #010 — #10 — **Site RIVR #010** · #10J. Waggy

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $27–$50/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 backcountry🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.7★★★★★252 ratings

Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Big Bend (Wv) FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Big Bend (Wv)?

Big Bend (Wv) in Virginia takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Big Bend (Wv)?

Campsite fees at Big Bend (Wv) run about $27–$50/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Big Bend (Wv) when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Big Bend (Wv) often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Big Bend (Wv) a good campground?

Big Bend (Wv) holds an average rating of 4.7/5 from 252 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Big Bend (Wv) located?

Big Bend (Wv) is located in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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