Passage Creek flows directly behind several sites at this 24-site Forest Service campground, where the sound of moving water accompanies most overnight stays. The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, with sites filling quickly during peak seasons and weekends.
Sites sit close together in a wooded setting with limited privacy between neighbors. Some campers can access the creek directly from their sites via short paths, while others face the nearby road. The campground provides electric, water, and sewer hookups for RVs, plus clean bathhouses and a dump station. Cell service remains spotty throughout the area.
Multiple hiking trails begin directly from the campground, ranging from easy walks suitable for families to more challenging routes like the Maneka Peak Trail and Signal Point loop. The creek offers trout fishing opportunities, and a large grassy area provides space for group activities. Christine T. notes the campground includes "a rather enormous grass clearing for picnic, bridge and cabin, fishing and hiking complete with billboards describing the hike."
Group campers should bring their own water, as the group camping area lacks water access. The campground sits within easy driving distance of campgrounds around Strasburg for those seeking additional options. Plan to arrive early in the day to secure a site, particularly if you prefer creek access.
Description
Amenities like flush toilets and showers are seasonal. Sites are first to come first serve and fees range seasonally from $10 - $16 a night
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Location
Public CampgroundElizabeth Furnace Family Campground is located in Virginia
Directions
From I-81: Take exit 296 and turn east, on VA 55 for 1.4 miles. In center of Strasburg (traffic light), turn left to remain on VA 55. After 5.0 miles, turn right onto SR 678 in small community of Waterlick. The recreation area will be on your left in about 3.5 miles. There are three entrances, about a half mile apart: Entrance to the group campground appears first, followed by the entrance to the day use area, and finally the entrance to the campground. From I-66: Take Exit 6 (Front Royal) and proceed south on SR 340/522 for 1.3 miles until you come to a stoplight. Turn right onto VA 55 West for 5 miles to the small community of Waterlick. Turn left onto SR 678 and go approximately 6 miles. Elizabeth Furnace Family Campground will be on your left.
Coordinates
38.9437975 N
78.32957782 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 28 min from Winchester, VA
- 56 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 1 hr 4 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 1 hr 39 min from Charlottesville, VA
