Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity) campground
Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity)
Located near the famous Appalachian Trail, this campground is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts alike. Nearby attractions include Shenandoah National Park, Crabtree Falls, and the historic town of Lexington.
The campground amenities include a shelter with showers, toilets, and electricity, as well as a designated camping area. Reservations are not required for this campground, which operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. There are 10 campsites available on-site.
A quirky fact about the area is that it is home to one of the oldest and most historic covered bridges in the country, the Humpback Bridge, which is just a short drive away from the campground.
The best time of year to visit is in the fall when the leaves change colors, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the low 70s. However, the campground is open year-round for those who enjoy winter camping in the snow-capped mountains.
What's on-site at Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity)
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity), with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopper Creek Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cave Mountain Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cave Mountain Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Otter Creek Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity) -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Maury River Near Buena Vista | 118 cfs | → |
| Pedlar River At Forest Road Near Buena Vista | 10 cfs | → |
| James River At Holcomb Rock | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Kerrs Creek Near Lexington | 9 cfs | → |
| James River At Buchanan | 664 cfs | → |
| Big Otter River Near Bedford | 53 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity) -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow 1 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Island | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buena Vista | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Radio Stn Wblt | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Millboro 0.3 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Covington Filter Plant | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness James River Face
- Wilderness Thunder Ridge
- Moores Creek State Forest
- Lake Robertson Park
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Wilderness Rich Hole
Boat launches
- Elon Road Amherst County
- Arcadia Road Botetourt County
- Lowe Street Buchanan
- Monacan Park Road 1354, Amherst County
- Clemmons Lake Trail Lynchburg
- Botetourt Road Botetourt County
Points of interest
- James River Valley Overlook
- Terrapin Mountain Overlook
- Dancing Creek Overlook
- White Oak Flats Overlook
- Thunder Ridge Parking Area
- Terrapin Hill Overlook
Paddle runs
- 1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir
- Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
- Segment A--Route 42 Bridge To Confluence With Jackson River
- Segment B--Confluence With Bullpasture River To Route 42 Bridge
- Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary
- Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity) as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity)
Can I make reservations at Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity)?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity)?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Town Shelter (With Shower, Toilet & Electricity).