Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is a great destination for visitors looking for a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw. The area provides plenty of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping and hiking. There is little to no cell service, so be ready to disconnect!
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 81 |
| Standard with electric | 34 |
| Walk-in | 6 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
124 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 02 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 03 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 04 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 05 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 06 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 07 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Sugar Ridge. Walk to Sites = $16 (Access or Senior Discount = $8) Tent Only Sites = $18 (Access or Senior Discount = $9) Standard Non-Electric = $21(Access or Senior Discount = $10.50) Premium Non-electric = $23 (Access or Senior Discount = $11.50) (Sites on the Water) Double Non-Electric Sites =… |
We have four campgrounds here at Bolar Mountain Recreation area; Sugar Ridge, Campground 1, Campground 2 & Campground 3 respectively. Each campground has "Prime" sites which have a view and/or direct access to the lake, those seeking electric sites will find most of their options at Campground 1 followed by 2 & 3. Potable water taps can be found throughout each camp along with flush toilets and showers. Individual camp sites have a picnic table, lantern post, a fire ring and a Camp Host to answer any questions/concerns you may encounter. Campers can empty their waste tanks at one of the two dump stations at Campground 1 or Campground 2.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Know your route ahead of time, cell service will be intermitten if available at all. From Covington, take 220 North to Hwy 39 and turn left on Hwy 39. Take Hwy 39 to Hwy 600 (Bolars Draft Road) and turn left on Hwy 600 towards the campgrounds. After about 7.5 miles turn right on Twin Ridge Drive for all campgrounds.
| Nearest town | Warm Springs, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 37.9836° N, 79.9669° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Harmony Outdoors ↗ | 18.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | MT Joy RV ↗ | 35.5 mi |
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Lake Moomaw Bolar Mountain Recreation Area |Campground Review | First Camping Trip of 2020
Worth a stop
Hidden Valley is a short drive from the lake and has ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiast: Hike or ride your horse along the Jackson River, all the way to Poor Farm, cast a line for trout, and stay at the Hidden Valley Campground or even better the historic bed and breakfast. Warm Springs has restaurants, shopping and a Historical Society for Bath County in addition to other typical amenities.
- 1.2 miBolar Boat Launch Day Use Pass ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miFee Booth Spur0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miCampground 1 Spur0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miBolar Picnic Spur0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miRoadside1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miSugar Hollow1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miIsland Overlook Spur0.2 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
This campground sits inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest.
- inGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,487,961 acres
- 10.6 miMonongahela National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,703,725 acres
- 11.4 miSpice Run Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 6,037 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground sits on the northern end of Lake Moomaw, a manmade lake covering 2,530 acres along the Jackson River. The lake is held by Gathright Dam, constructed in the 1980's by the Army Corps of Engineers for flood control. The lake's average depth is 80 feet and it has 43 miles of wooded shoreline making it the second largest impoudment in western virginia. Bolar Mountain is part of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest which span 1.8 million acres across Virginia and parts of West Virginia and Kentucky. The forest protects 40 tree species within mostly Appalachian hardwood and mixed pine-hardwood forests, 60 species of mammals and 200 species of birds.
Recreation
Boating, canoeing, water skiing and relaxing on the beach are popular activities at the lake. Anglers fish for brown and rainbow trout, bass and crappie. A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina, which has a modern dock with boat slips. Bolar Mountain boasts 11 miles of hiking trails that lead to two impressive scenic overlooks: Islands Overlook Spur and Grouse Point Overlook. Looking for a more primitive experience? Hike or boat to Greenwood Point for dispersed camp sites.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Sites at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Sugar Ridge. Walk to Sites = $16 (Access or Senior Discount = $8) Tent Only Sites = $18 (Access or Senior Discount = $9) Standard Non-Electric = $21(Access or Senior Discount = $10.50) Premium Non-electric = $23 (Access or Senior Discount = $11.50) (Sites on the Water) Double Non-Electric Sites =…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bolar Mountain Recreation Area have?
125 sites, including 81 standard sites without power, 34 standard sites with power, 6 walk-in sites, and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Bolar Mountain Recreation Area have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Potable water taps can be found throughout each camp along with flush toilets and showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Boating, canoeing, water skiing and relaxing on the beach are popular activities at the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Warm Springs, Virginia. Hidden Valley is a short drive from the lake and has ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiast: Hike or ride your horse along the Jackson River, all the way to Poor Farm, cast a line for trout, and stay at the Hidden Valley Campground or even better the historic bed and brea
Source: Getting there
What if Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mcclintic Point (under 0.1 mi), Greenwood Point Campground (1.7 mi, first-come), and Lake Sherwood (2.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby