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Laurel Ridge

75%

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6 reviews

· Free Union, Albemarle, Virginia · 16 acres

Hosted by Eric G.

2 RV/tent sites

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Swift Run Gap Entrance Station.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Old family farm, turned occasional weekend getaway. In the middle of VA wine country. Property is situated along the road and climbs to the top of Lick Mountain. House, garage, and barn are still in use, but the yard and hillside are fair game for tent, hammock, and over lander camping. Nearest store and gas is 10 miles away in Dyke, VA, so download your directions and get you supplies before you head out.Family farm that has been occupied, off-and-on, for 100 years. The house was originally up past the barn in a field. As the road started to take shape, my Great Grandfather disassembled, moved, and rebuilt the house in it’s current location. The property has lain dormant for a few years while I’ve been out of the country. Laurel Ridge is situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in a seclude valley. Almost no cell service, and no internet let’s you unplug, while only a 30 minute drive to Charlottesville or Crozet, VA. Numerous wineries in the area (Glass House is a favorite). The driveway is narrow and steep, but levels out near the garage for a small RV. Continue past the garage and up the hill towards the barn with your overland vehicle for a hillside campsite with a spectacular view of the valley. Tent or hammock camping is welcome wherever you’d like. Portable fire-pits welcome. Fur family definitely welcome. Please pack out your trash and spread your ash when you are done. There is an old outhouse behind the garage, if you dare. BYOTP! There are critters around, so be aware. Happy to discuss your specific needs if not covered here.

RV details

Pop-up campers, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 20 feet allowed

Pull-in site

Surface type: Grass or field

Overlander vehicles have no issues. Travel trailers and RVs have clearance issue coming up the drive. Pop-us can be towed up the hill with appropriate vehicle, or parked in driveway.

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Overlander vehicles have no issues. Travel trailers and RVs have clearance issue coming up the drive. Pop-us can be towed up the hill with appropriate vehicle, or parked in driveway.

No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Class A RVs, and Class B RVs

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Pets allowed

No campfires

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No potable water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

4WD recommended

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

75% Recommend8 ratings · 6 reviews

Katherine M.

6 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

Tent · With kids

Stunning views. Peaceful, private, primitive… exactly what we were looking for! Great family hikes nearby- 10/10 experience!

Michael B.

6 months on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· September 2024

Old abandoned house….

Tent

Nothing there it’s an old abandoned house…. No camping facilities what’s so ever. Thank goodness for the neighbors who gave me water.

Jennifer K.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2024

Tent

Beautiful views on a lovely property! Eric was great with communication and flexibility.

Susan A.

11 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2024

Tent · Group trip

Beautiful location, the stars in the night sky were spectacular! Needs better communication as to exact location of camping area

John R.

2 reviews

Recommends

· November 2023

What a great weekend!

Tent · With kids

We had a great time tent camping here. The view was amazing! It was remote and quiet.

Kori L.

2 reviews

Recommends

· October 2023

Camping with views

Tent · With pets

Beautiful views, it is hilly and I didn’t feel comfortable driving up the hill so we carried everything up the hill. Very private, great views and awesome night views of the sky. We did not find any kind of toilet though. Just fyi! Great primitive camp site, I’d go again just for the night sky views and privacy.

Location

Free Union, Albemarle, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), and Manahoac First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking