Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, Virginia
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As of October 2026, Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is a campground in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Virginia with 86 campsites. Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is located at 37.9836° N, 79.9669° W.
- people allowed on 79 of 86 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 50
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Campsites at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
- Standard 85
- Group 1
- Hookups 32
What an RV fits
- 20–24 ft6 sites
- 25–29 ft8 sites
- 30–34 ft23 sites
- 35–39 ft12 sites
- 40–44 ft12 sites
- 45–49 ft24 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric |
| 02 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric |
| 03 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric |
| 05 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric |
| 06 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric |
| 07 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric |
| 08 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric |
| 09 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 10 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric |
| 11 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 26 ft | Electric |
| 12 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | Electric |
| 13 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | Electric |
| 14 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric |
| 15 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft | Electric |
| 16 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric |
| 17 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric |
| 18 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | Electric |
| 19 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric |
| 20 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | Electric |
| 21 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric |
| 22 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 23 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - |
| 24 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | - |
| 25 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 37 ft | - |
| 26 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | - |
| 27 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 28 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 29 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 28 ft | - |
| 30 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 31 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 32 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - |
| 34 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 35 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 36 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft | - |
| 37 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 38 ft | - |
| 38 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 39 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 42 ft | - |
| 40 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 41 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | - |
| 42 | 1 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 43 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water |
| 44 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Water, Sewer |
| 45 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric |
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 2 | Standard | 12 | 45 ft | - |
| 47 | 2 | Standard | 12 | 45 ft | - |
| 48 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 49-Double | 2 | Standard | 12 | 30 ft | - |
| 50 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft | - |
| 51 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - |
| 52 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - |
| 53 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - |
| 54 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 55 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 56 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water |
| 57 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water |
| 58 | 2 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water |
| 59 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric |
| 60 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 26 ft | Electric, Water |
| 61 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water |
| 62 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 63 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 64 | 3 | Standard | 12 | 40 ft | - |
| 65 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 66 | 3 | Standard | 12 | 33 ft | - |
| 67 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 68 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 69 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft | Electric, Water |
| 70 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 71 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water |
| 72 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 73 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 75 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 77 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | - |
| 78 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Water, Sewer |
| 79 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 80 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 82 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 38 ft | - |
| 83 | 3 | Standard | 12 | 45 ft | - |
| 84 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 85 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 86 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 87 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 88 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 89 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| 90 | 3 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | - |
| Bolar Mountain Group Picnic | BFPS | Group | 50 | - | - |
About Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Overview
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is a great destination for visitors looking for a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw. The area provides plenty of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping and hiking. There is little to no cell service, so be ready to disconnect!
Recreation
Boating, canoeing, water skiing and relaxing on the beach are popular activities at the lake. Anglers fish for brown and rainbow trout, bass and crappie. A boat ramp is located at the Bolar Flat Marina, which has a modern dock with boat slips. Bolar Mountain boasts 11 miles of hiking trails that lead to two impressive scenic overlooks: Islands Overlook Spur and Grouse Point Overlook. Looking for a more primitive experience? Hike or boat to Greenwood Point for dispersed camp sites.
Facilities
We have four campgrounds here at Bolar Mountain Recreation area; Sugar Ridge, Campground 1, Campground 2 & Campground 3 respectively. Each campground has "Prime" sites which have a view and/or direct access to the lake, those seeking electric sites will find most of their options at Campground 1 followed by 2 & 3. Potable water taps can be found throughout each camp along with flush toilets and showers. Individual camp sites have a picnic table, lantern post, a fire ring and a Camp Host to answer any questions/concerns you may encounter.
Campers can empty their waste tanks at one of the two dump stations at Campground 1 or Campground 2.
Natural Features
The campground sits on the northern end of Lake Moomaw, a manmade lake covering 2,530 acres along the Jackson River. The lake is held by Gathright Dam, constructed in the 1980's by the Army Corps of Engineers for flood control. The lake's average depth is 80 feet and it has 43 miles of wooded shoreline making it the second largest impoudment in western virginia.
Bolar Mountain is part of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest which span 1.8 million acres across Virginia and parts of West Virginia and Kentucky. The forest protects 40 tree species within mostly Appalachian hardwood and mixed pine-hardwood forests, 60 species of mammals and 200 species of birds.
Nearby Attractions
Hidden Valley is a short drive from the lake and has ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiast: Hike or ride your horse along the Jackson River, all the way to Poor Farm, cast a line for trout, and stay at the Hidden Valley Campground or even better the historic bed and breakfast. Warm Springs has restaurants, shopping and a Historical Society for Bath County in addition to other typical amenities.
Rules and notices at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Bolar Mountain Recreation Area on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Additional first-come, first-served sites may be available
Full RV hookups are not available
Click here for more information on George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest
Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 86 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area?
Cancellations happen frequently at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Bolar Mountain Recreation Area have?
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area has 86 campsites.
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