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Raccoon Branch Campground

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundClinch / Jefferson NFVirginia⭐ 4.0 (45)
Raccoon Branch Campground
🟢 16 open windows as of Oct 8 — soonest Mon Oct 12–Thu Oct 15
2 of the last 18 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 1h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 20 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 4d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Raccoon Branch Campground in Virginia has 16 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Oct 12–Thu Oct 15. 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
Mon Oct 12 – Thu Oct 153 nightsbook these dates →👥 RABC #007 & RABC #008 next to each othersites #007, #008, #011
Wed Oct 14 – Fri Oct 162 nightsbook these dates →sites #013
Sun Oct 18 – Wed Oct 213 nightsbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, RABC #007–RABC #010 next to each othersites #007, #008, #009, #010, #015
Thu Oct 22 – Sun Oct 253 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #017
Tue Oct 20 – Fri Oct 233 nightsbook these dates →sites #001
Fri Oct 23 – Mon Oct 263 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 RABC #007 & RABC #008 next to each othersites #011, #001, #007, #008
Fri Oct 23 – Sun Oct 252 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →opened 6h agosites #009, #017
Wed Oct 28 – Fri Oct 302 nightsbook these dates →opened 6h ago👥 RABC #009 & RABC #010 next to each othersites #009, #010

📷 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 RABC #007 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #007 · Raccoon Branch Campground
Campsite RABC #008 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #008 · Raccoon Branch Campground
Campsite RABC #011 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #011 · Raccoon Branch Campground
Campsite RABC #013 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #013 · Raccoon Branch Campground
Campsite RABC #009 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #009 · Raccoon Branch Campground
Campsite RABC #010 — Raccoon Branch Campground
Site RABC #010 · Raccoon Branch Campground
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 8.1 mi away (straight line).

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⚡ Electrify America23.4 midirections →
⚡ Tesla Supercharger24.6 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

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

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 14 openings at Raccoon Branch Campground over the last 30 days, on 10 separate days, most of them for stays 4–21 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $20–$27/nightStandard ElectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.0★★★★☆45 ratings
5★24
4★6
3★8
2★5
1★2
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile0.8/4
Verizon0.5/4
AT&T0.1/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Raccoon Branch Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Raccoon Branch Campground?

Raccoon Branch Campground 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 Raccoon Branch Campground?

Campsite fees at Raccoon Branch Campground run about $20–$27/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Raccoon Branch Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Raccoon Branch Campground 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.

How often do campsites open up at Raccoon Branch Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 14 openings at Raccoon Branch Campground over the last 30 days, on 10 separate days, most of them for stays 4–21 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Raccoon Branch Campground a good campground?

Raccoon Branch Campground holds an average rating of 4.0/5 from 45 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Raccoon Branch Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Raccoon Branch Campground, T-Mobile rates highest at 0.8 out of 5 from 6 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Raccoon Branch Campground located?

Raccoon Branch Campground is located in Clinch / Jefferson NF, Virginia. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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