Old Virginia Group Horse Camp
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides group equestrian camping just minutes from a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Old Virginia is a secluded, picturesque campground that can accommodate up to 25 guests and 25 horses. The picturesque views of the mountains and the trickling sounds of the stream create a relaxing, serene vibe for visitors at the primitive camping site.
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Site mix
| group equestrian | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 25 / 25 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 80 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
No drinking water is provided. Please bring plenty of water and tools for manure removal. The campground is easily accessed from a paved road and two portable toilets are provided. Horses may drink from the stream.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | early-April to late-November |
| Forest | George Washington & Jefferson National Forest |
| Booking | Old Virginia Group Horse Campground Reservation Information |
| Fees | $50 per night (maximum 25 people, 25 horses). |
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest recreation page ↗
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Getting there
Take exit 45 off I-81 at Marion,Virginia. Take Rt.16 south for approximately 17 miles to VA 603 at Troutdale. Turn right onto VA 603 and drive for about 3 miles to the campground on the right. Follow signs.
| Nearest town | Marion, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 36.6958° N, 81.4875° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Damascus Outfitters ↗ | 17.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 29.8 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miLivery0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSwitchback1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 0.7 miOrchard Spur1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 0.9 miFairwood Valley2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miThird Peak1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.3 miComers Creek Falls0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Little Wilson Creek Wilderness begins about 1.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1.2 miLittle Wilson Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,461 acres
- 1.9 miRaccoon Branch Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,225 acres
- 2.2 miLewis Fork Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 6,071 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground sits in the Fairwood Valley along a stream that flows into Fox Creek. The valley is part of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests in western Virginia. The forests span 1.8 million acres of rugged Appalachians through Virginia and parts of West Virginia and Kentucky.
Recreation
Old Virginia offers easy access to the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail, which connects to the Iron Mountain Trail. From the Iron Mountain Trail, riders can also access the Virginia Creeper Trail to the west or the New River Trail to the east. The Virginia Creeper Trail boasts 33.4 miles of scenery with about 100 trestles and bridges.
Nearby
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area high country trails, Virginia Creeper Trail, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Sites at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp are reservable on Recreation.gov. Old Virginia Group Horse Campground Reservation Information Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
$50 per night (maximum 25 people, 25 horses).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Old Virginia Group Horse Camp open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season early-April to late-November.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Old Virginia Group Horse Camp have?
1 site, including 1 group equestrian.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Old Virginia offers easy access to the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail, which connects to the Iron Mountain Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Old Virginia Group Horse Camp?
Marion, Virginia. Mount Rogers National Recreation Area high country trails, Virginia Creeper Trail, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park
Source: Getting there
What if Old Virginia Group Horse Camp is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fox Creek Horse Camp (0.9 mi), Hurricane Campground (1.9 mi), and Grindstone (3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby