Broadrun (FR 183) in VA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Virginia
Broadrun (FR 183) in VA
A 4.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Craig County, VA. The road serves Lick Mountain.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Eastern Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 4.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.4 miles). Climbs 560 ft over 4.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Water crossings 0.2, 0.8 and 0.8 miles in.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.5 miles off. Broad Run Mountain stands 1,125 ft above the site, 1.9 miles northeast. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Daleville, is 8.5 mi off.
September normals 58–78°F, 4.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Eastern Divide Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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