7-Day Forecast
Today
75°F
10 mph NW
Fri
76°F
8 mph W
Sat
71°F
9 mph W
Sun
66°F
8 to 12 mph NE
Mon
62°F
2 to 8 mph SE
Tue
63°F
10 mph S
Wed
67°F
7 to 10 mph W
Overview
The campground is nestled at the base of two mountains in the rolling hills of Virginia. Nearby Abbott Lake is well-stocked with small mouth bass and bluegill. A stream winds through the campground, creating a tranquil backdrop for your camping trip. Hikers may choose to climb a mountain or stroll on a flat, lakeside trail. Wildlife such as deer and wild turkey are spotted daily at the Peaks of Otter Campground.
Best Seasons
Location
Elevation
2,598 ft
Directions
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 37.44315, -79.60471 37°26'35"N, 79°36'17"W From Roanoke, Virginia, take the Blue Ridge Parkway north for 26 miles to Milepost 86. From Bedford, Virginia, follow Route 43 to Blue Ridge Parkway; the campground is on the left before reaching the Parkway.
Weather Notes
The Parkway varies in elevation from under 650 feet at Virginia's James River to over 6,000 feet near Mount Pisgah in North Carolina. Weather can vary tremendously. Higher elevations can be cloudy and foggy while lower elevations are clear. Temperatures along the Parkway are often cooler than in surrounding foothills. Carry a jacket or blanket and emergency supplies in the car. Be aware of changing weather conditions and approaching weather systems, as summer heat can bring afternoon thunderstorms.
Peaks of Otter Campground Fee
Per night charge for campsites is posted in each campground and available at www.nps.gov/blri. Holders of the Interagency Senior, Access, Golden Age, or Golden Access passes are entitled to a 50% discount on the base fee of the site physically occupied by the pass holder. Passes can be obtained at all campgrounds.
Today
75°F
10 mph NW
Fri
76°F
8 mph W
Sat
71°F
9 mph W
Sun
66°F
8 to 12 mph NE
Mon
62°F
2 to 8 mph SE
Tue
63°F
10 mph S
Wed
67°F
7 to 10 mph W
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Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, advance reservations can be made up to six months in advance by visiting www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777.
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