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Collins Cove Horse Campground

11 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Collins Cove Horse Campground is a 11-site campground in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest near Marion, Virginia. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Marion, VA · Map and directions
Campsites
11 (11 equestrian)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov

About Collins Cove Horse Campground

Collins Cove is a first-come, first-served, primitive campground. Each of the 10 camping units have a wooden picnic table, fire ring, and hitching rails. This grassy campground is shaded with hardwoods, hemlocks, and pines and offers direct access to horse trails. Centrally located garbage bins and a vault toilet are available.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Collins Cove Horse Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Collins Cove Horse Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Collins Cove Horse Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Collins Cove Horse Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.