Shenandoah National Park

Camp Hoover

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Thirteen cabins once stood on this site that President Herbert Hoover used for relaxation. Only three cabins remain today, and are still available to presidential aides. At this location, the convergence of the Hemlock Run Stream, Mill Prong Stream and Laurel Prong Stream create the Rapidan River. Trout still live in the deep pools and may be fished as long as artificial bait, a single hook and "catch and release" rules are strictly followed. This is a great please for a picnic lunch. No general public overnight use allowed.

Thirteen cabins once stood on this site that President Herbert Hoover used for relaxation. Only three cabins remain today, and are still available to presidential aides. At this location, the convergence of the Hemlock Run Stream, Mill Prong Stream and Laurel Prong Stream create the Rapidan River. Trout still live in the deep pools and may be fished as long as artificial bait, a single hook and "catch and release" rules are strictly followed. This is a great please for a picnic lunch. No general public overnight use allowed.

Shenandoah National Park, 3655 US Hwy 211E. , Luray, VA, 22835-9036, Phone: 540-999-3500

Directions

Directions from Front Royal, VA: Skyline Drive travels the entire length of Shenandoah National Park. Mile markers are placed along the right-hand side of the road heading south. They are numbered from north to south beginning at the northern terminus in Front Royal, Virginia. Facilities, trails and park features use the mile markers as points of reference. Park at Milam Gap parking area at mile 52.8. From the east side of the lot, start on the Appalachian Trail. Take it only a few yards to Mill Prong Trail. Travel Mill Prong for 1.5 miles where you will pass Big Rock Falls. Continue for another 2 miles and cross over Laurel Prong Stream, at which point you will climb the bank to Camp Hoover.