Dictum Rdg (FR 422) in VA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Virginia
Dictum Rdg (FR 422) in VA
A 5.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Rockingham County, VA. The road serves White Oak Flat. The road is open seasonally, April 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.
4.2 of the 5.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.1 miles). Climbs 400 ft over 5.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. A gate 5 miles in.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. The nearest town, Belmont Estates, is 11 mi off.
September normals 46–70°F, 4.2″ 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.
fs.usda.gov