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Peaks Of Otter Campground and Camping

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Bedford (near West Lynchburg), VA
540-586-7321

Description:
Peaks of Otter Campground, located off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 86, is family oriented and positioned next to Abbott Lake. It provides easy access to a magnificent trail system with some of the most beautiful scenery in Virginia. Abundant wildlife, such as deer and wild turkey, are a daily sight at the Peaks of Otter campground. Summer interpretive programs are provided. Fishing opportunities are available at Abbott Lake. Virginia State fishing license required. Swimming is not allowed. The Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant are located within walking distance of the campground. The Lodge contains a restaurant, country store and gift shop. The Johnson Farm has been restored to look as it did in the 1930s, featuring living history demonstrations in the summer. The Peaks are made up of three mountains--Sharp Top (elevation 3,875), Flat Top (elevation 4,001 feet), and Harkening Hill (elevation 3,375 feet). The Peaks of Otter Visitor Center is located at 2,545 feet by way of comparison. Bus rides to within 1,500 feet of the Sharp Top summit are available.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
ADA Access Bird Watching Camp Fire Circle Drinking Water, Hand Well. Dump Station Fire Rings with grills Flush Toilets Hiking Trails	Interpretive Programs Photography Picnic Table Restroom Sightseeing Water Faucets Wildlife Viewing
Less Than 1 Mile
Amphitheater Fishing Fishing Pond Gift/Souvenir Shop Information/Contact Station Interpretive Center Lodge	Paved Roads Restaurant Restrooms Scenery Trails, Hiking/Walking, Easy Visitor Center

Important Info:
Alerts and Important Information No showers, electric, water or sewer hookups available. Comfort stations and dump stations are available. Generator use is prohibited from 9 pm-8 am; Loop A is generator free. Pets allowed but must be on a leash at all times. Reservations are taken from May 19-Oct 20, 2010; also first-come, first-serve sites may be available. Reservations must be made two (2) days in advance.

Open From:
Jun 16 2010 to Dec 14 2010

Fees:

Peak Season May 21 2010 - Oct 24 2010	TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC	$19.00
Peak Season May 21 2010 - Oct 24 2010	RV NONELECTRIC	$19.00
Walk In Season Oct 25 2010 - Oct 31 2010	TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC	$16.00
Walk In Season Oct 25 2010 - Oct 31 2010	RV NONELECTRIC	$16.00

Contact Details:
Campground Phone: 540-586-7321
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777

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Peaks Of Otter is a campground located in West Lynchburg, Virginia. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.

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