Places To Go … People To See in Madison / Shenandoah Area of Virginia!

Graves Mountain

You will find us nestled deep in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the end of the road in Syria, Virginia. Here you are invited to assume a leisurely pace as you enjoy some of life’s simpler pleasures, such as hiking, fishing, swimming and some good old-fashioned porch sitting. If you like, you may even take a stroll down the lane and observe the activities of our fruit and educational farm.

Civil War Trails

More major Civil War battles were fought in Virginia than in any other state. Whether it was the First Battle of Bull Run in Manassas in Northern Virginia which resulted in a Southern victory or the first naval battle between the USS Monitor fought the CSS Virginia to a draw. In 1862 Confederate General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson defeated the Union forces in the Shenandoah Valley, forcing them to retreat across the Potomac. There is much to be learned and experienced about the Civil War in Virginia, and staying at the Shenandoah Hills Campground is a great place to start.

Luray Caverns

Luray Caverns is an active cave where new deposits accumulate at the rate of one cubic inch in 120 years. The caves began to occur some 600 million years ago. Luray Caverns, for more than 130 years, has been renowned as one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders. A world of magic and majesty, still as marvelously beautiful as described in the newspaper headlines over a century ago. Come check us out during your stay at Shenandoah Hills Campground

Montpelier

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Orange, Virginia, Montpelier was the lifelong home of James Madison. Madison was raised at Montpelier, lived here after his marriage to Dolley, returned here after his presidency, and died here in his study surrounded by the books and papers that marked so much of his life’s work. It was at Montpelier where Madison researched past democracies and conceived of the system of government that became our republic.

Early Mountain Vineyards

Early Mountain Vineyards is located in one of the top wine regions of the world, sitting on land rich in history in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Come join us for great local bands every weekend.

Ruckersville Gallery

Ruckersville Gallery in Charlottesville is an antique mall offering antiques, art, decorative objects, and Mid Century vintage.  You’ll find items for every budget and taste: old favorites plus specialties like vintage jewelry, rare coins, historic militaria, and unique functional furniture.

Greenhouse Shops

Just 15 minutes north of Charlottesville, or 15 minutes east of Skyline Drive, it’s the friendliest place to go antiquing while visiting Shenandoah Hills Campground in Madison, Virginia.