Road Conditions and Vehicle Recommendations

Traversing the Road to Camp

Rapidan Fire Road is an unimproved roadway and does not feature a maintained hard surface. Users should anticipate uneven terrain, including exposed rocks, ruts, and narrow sections. Road conditions vary according to weather conditions. Depending on the season, you may encounter standing or moving water, as well as snow and ice.

It is advisable to use vehicles with above-average ground clearance, SUVs, or trucks throughout the year. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended during winter months or when snow or ice is anticipated. There have been significant snowfall and icy conditions in the fall and early spring.

Electric Vehicles at Camp 

It is generally not recommended to drive an electric vehicle (EV) to camp. However, if you intend to do so, please take note of the following considerations:

• The availability of EV charging stations in Madison is currently limited.
• Ensure your vehicle is charged prior to driving up the mountain to camp.
• An EV may use more power while driving up the mountain.
• EV chargers are not available at camp.

Individuals planning to drive an EV to camp and intending to charge it on site are required to notify Camp President, JD Foster, or Camp Registrar, Millie Jones, prior to confirming and submitting payment for their reservation.

• There will be a flat rate of $25 per anticipated charge.
• Spikes in electrical usage for each cabin are monitored.
• Power outages occur regularly at the camp, and restoration of service may take several hours or even days.