Shenandoah National Park Loft Mountain Campground
Loft Mountain sits at mile 79.5 on Skyline Drive, offering 219 sites spread across loops that follow the mountain’s contours. Sites range from tent-only to RV-friendly, with most offering decent privacy among the oak and hickory forest. The real draw here is elevation — at 3,400 feet, you’ll find relief from Virginia’s summer heat and expansive valley views from the campground’s edges.
Access is paved all the way via Skyline Drive, but the mountain road can be challenging for large rigs with steep grades and tight turns. Sites fill quickly during peak fall foliage season (October) and summer weekends. Fire restrictions follow park-wide rules, and bear activity is common — secure all food and scented items.
High-elevation Blue Ridge camping on Skyline Drive
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 16 East Main Street, Luray, Virginia 22835 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Luray, Virginia |
| Miles from pavement | 0 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 219 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $30.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | NPS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Picnic table, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |