Elliott Springs (FR 383) in VA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Virginia
Elliott Springs (FR 383) in VA
A 1.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Augusta County, VA. The road serves Hogback. The road is open seasonally, October 1 to January 10.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 1.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 1.4 of the 1.5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 530 ft over 1.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 24%. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 0.5, 1.1, 1.4 and 1.5 miles in.
Great North Mountain stands 2,563 ft above the site, 2.7 miles northwest. Elliott Springs Run runs 0.3 mi off. The nearest town, Greenville, is 12 mi off.
September normals 52–75°F, 3.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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