Can you reserve a site at Wolf Gap Recreation Area?

No. Wolf Gap Recreation Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Wolf Gap Recreation Area

Facility · Virginia ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Wardensville Wildlife Management Area (Wildlife Management Area) · Restricted Access

2,244 ft
Elevation

Wolf Gap Recreation Area was once the site of a 1930’s African American Civilian Conservation Corps Camp. This recreation area has many hiking opportunities nearby. From here begin your hike to the popular Big Schloss Overlook with scenic views of Virginia and West Virginia mountains. Stay at one of our charming campsites and enjoy falling asleep to the peaceful symphony of nearby crickets.

Getting there

From I-81: Take exit 279. Turn west on SR 675. Drive 3.5 miles to STOP sign at VA 42. Turn right, and take next left to continue on SR 675. Drive 3.1 miles to a fork in the road. Stay right, on SR 675, and drive another 3.4 miles to the top of the mountain. The entrance is on your right.

38.92455, -78.68909 · 38°55'28.4"N 78°41'20.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	41	44	51	64	72	79	84	82	76	65	55	45
Low °F	19	20	26	37	46	55	58	57	50	39	30	23
Precip in	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Wolf Gap Recreation Area

Can you reserve a site at Wolf Gap Recreation Area?: No. Wolf Gap Recreation Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Wolf Gap Recreation Area

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Elizabeth Furnace 19.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Camp Roosevelt Recreation Area 16.1 mi · Facility
Hawk Recreation Area 16.7 mi · Facility
Batzell Boat Launch 18.3 mi · Facility
Moody Boat Launch 18.4 mi · Facility
Seekford Boat Launch 18.6 mi · Facility
Strasburg Visitor & Information Center 19 mi · Visitor Center
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area 19.3 mi · Facility

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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