Spruce Knob Lake

Monongahela National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundShenandoah National ParkVirginia⭐ 4.6 (179)

🟢 14 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Mon Sep 21–Thu Sep 24

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

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 42 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

Spruce Knob Lake in Virginia has 14 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Sep 21–Thu Sep 24. 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 Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →sites DRUP #002, #020, #026, WKUP #032, #035, #037

Tue Sep 22 – Fri Sep 253 nightsbook these dates →sites DRUP #030

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 10 in a row, WKUP #033–WKUP #042 next to each othersites DRUP #002, #003, #005, #006, #007, #008, #010, #012, #013, #026, #027, WKUP #031, #033, #034, #035, #036, #037, #038, #039, #040, #041, #042

Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, DRUP #014–DRUP #017 next to each othersites DRUP #009, #014, #015, #016, #017, #019, #020, #021, #022, #025, #028, #029, #030, WKUP #032

Sun Sep 27 – Tue Sep 292 nightsbook these dates →sites DRUP #011

Mon Sep 28 – Thu Oct 13 nightsbook these dates →sites DRUP #024

Wed Sep 30 – Sat Oct 33 nightsbook these dates →sites DRUP #011

Fri Oct 2 – Mon Oct 53 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites DRUP #011, WKUP #032

🔭 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

💵 $15–$32/nightStandard NonelectricWalk To🎒 backcountry🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.6★★★★★179 ratings

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

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Spruce Knob Lake FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Spruce Knob Lake?

Spruce Knob Lake 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 Spruce Knob Lake?

Campsite fees at Spruce Knob Lake run about $15–$32/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Spruce Knob Lake when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Spruce Knob Lake 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 Spruce Knob Lake a good campground?

Spruce Knob Lake holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 179 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Spruce Knob Lake located?

Spruce Knob Lake 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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