Openings · last 7 days
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Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Peaks of Otter Campground. That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233403
When Peaks of Otter Campground reopens
Peaks of Otter Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
150
Openings · last 90 days
240
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 240 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 18:00 and 20:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 133 of 240 detected openings (55.4%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Eastern Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 2–9 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| T51 | 13 | 5.4% |
| T22 | 12 | 5.0% |
| T18 | 11 | 4.6% |
| B23 | 10 | 4.2% |
| B20 | 9 | 3.8% |
Site T51 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 13. One free watch covers every site here.
About Peaks of Otter Campground
Overview
The Peaks of Otter Campground is nestled between the bases of two dominating mountains in the rolling hills of Virginia. Campers enjoy a rare serenity in this rustic setting. Relax, and leave your cares behind!
Recreation
The 24-acre Abbott Lake is one of the biggest attractions the Peaks of Otter Park has to offer. The lake is well-stocked with small mouth bass and bluegill. A crystal-clear mountain stream winds through the nearby picnic area.
Numerous hiking opportunities range from demanding, scaling the area's high mountain peaks, to the moderate short, flat trail around Abbott Lake. Hikers are likely to stumble upon one of the mountain meadows, filled with wildflowers and migrating butterflies in the spring and a fantastic assortment of colors in the fall.
Abundant wildlife like deer and wild turkey are spotted daily at the Peaks of Otter Campground, and many rare species of birds reside or migrate along the mountain ranges. Summer interpretive programs are provided for visitors to learn about the wildlife as well as the history of the area.
Facilities
Campsites are shaded under an umbrella of thick trees, and provide campers with picnic tables, lantern poles, and campfire rings/grills. The campground also offers modern conveniences like flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station.
Peaks of Otter Campground almost always has campsites available. In addition to the 60 sites available for advance reservation, there are 79 first-come, first-served campsites available. Availability of first come, first served sites cannot be tracked through Recreation.gov. These sites must be booked in person at the campground kiosk.
Natural Features
Three mountain peaks sitting atop a thick blanket of forest make up the Peaks of Otter-- a recreational oasis spanning acre upon acre of rolling landscape along the famous Blue Ridge Parkway.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway that follows the high crests of the central and southern Appalachians for 469 miles from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.
Nearby Attractions
The Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant are located within walking distance of the campground, as is the Sharp Top Country Store . Restaurant dining, grab-and-go meals, snacks, souvenir items, camping supplies, firewood, and ice are all readily available to campground patrons.
The Johnson Farm , an old mountain farmstead restored and preserved to look as it did in the mid-1800s, is just a short walk away. Another restored historic structure, Aunt Polly's Ordinary , sits on the northeastern shore of Abbott Lake.
141 monitored sites76 FCFS sitesRVs up to 101 ftNo hookups137 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
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.
Milepost 85.9 Blue Ridge Parkway540-586-7321 (MAY - OCTOBER)
BirdingCampingDay Use AreaFishingHikingHistoric & Cultural SiteHotel/Lodge/Resort Privately OwnedInterpretive ProgramsPhotographyPicnickingStar GazingVisitor CenterWildlife Viewing
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02 · Field Photos · roll CS-233403 · facility
Photo gallery
Roll CS-233403 · Peaks of Otter Campground12 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Peaks of Otter Campground?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 240 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Peaks of Otter Campground, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Peaks of Otter Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 240 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which sites at Peaks of Otter Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
17 of the 138 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 101 ft.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Peaks of Otter Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 2-9 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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