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Best Camping In Virginia: 15 Great Spots in Old Dominion

Virginia is home to some of the most outstanding camping destinations in all of America. Discover our top places to pitch a tent or park your RV in Old Dominion.

From the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Cumberland Gap to Shenandoah National Park and over 500 miles of the Appalachian Trail, the commonwealth of Virginia has an absolutely gobsmacking array of terrain waiting to be explored. Dotted in and around all of that epic hiking, biking, and backpacking terrain, there are literally hundreds of campgrounds catering to visitors of all tastes.

Whether you’re looking for a truly wild experience or something offering a little more in the way of creature comforts, the ‘Old Dominion’ has a backcountry billet you’re sure to love. In this article, we introduce you to the very best of them with our selection of the fifteen best places to go camping in Virginia .

Table of Contents

1. False Cape State Park

2. new river trail state park, 3. grayson highlands state park, 4. shenandoah national park—backcountry camping on the appalachian trail, 5. lewis mountain campground, 6. big meadows campground, 7. christopher run, 8. douthat state park, 9. north bend park, 10. sky meadows state park, 11. deer island (blue ridge), 12. pocahontas state park, 13. first landing state park camping—virginia beach, 14. loft mountain campground, 15. misty mountain camp resort, final thoughts, 15 best campgrounds in virginia.

We’ll run over 15 of our favorite Virginia campsites in the list below.

• False Cape State Park
• New River Trail State Park
• Grayson Highlands State Park
• Shenandoah National Park—Backcountry Camping On The Appalachian Trail
• Lewis Mountain Campground
• Big Meadows Campground
• Christopher Run
• Douthat State Park
• North Bend Park
• Sky Meadows State Park
• Deer Island (Blue Ridge)
• Pocahontas State Park
• First Landing State Park Camping—Virginia Beach
• Loft Mountain Campground
• Misty Mountain Camp Resort

False Cape State Park on Virginia’s Atlantic coast provides an idyllic destination for adventurous tent campers, ranking among the top spots in both Virginia and the entire Eastern seaboard.

The 4,321-acre park is located on the Currituck Banks Peninsula, a slender barrier spit between the Back Bay of Currituck Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, and just north of Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge .

Reachable only on foot, by bike, or by boat, this sumptuous little six-mile slither of coastline is perfectly preserved, wild, almost entirely undeveloped, and is one of few campgrounds in the state with no vehicular access, all of which makes for a coastal camping experience that’s among the best in the US as a whole.

The campsites in the park are primitive, with no showers, electricity, or bathrooms, but if you can deal with roughing it for a few days, this location has a whole lot to offer, including kayaking trips, biking trails, and six miles of untouched beachfront for swimming and sunbathing. Oh, and peace…lots of it.

• Pets allowed*
• Camping reservations must be made in advance (not on the same day or upon arrival)
• Camping is primitive
• Groups of 10 or more are required to obtain a special-use permit from Back Bay Wildlife Refuge two weeks in advance
• Parking is available at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center parking lot
• Back Bay has two trails—East Dike and West Dike—that lead to False Cape State Park but only one trail is open at any time: pay attention to signs indicating which trail is open
• The park operates a tram/shuttle bus that leaves from the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (4005 S. Sandpiper Road in Virginia Beach) and travels through the refuge to the campsites

*Because the access trails that travel through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge don’t permit pets, the only way to bring your pet is to arrive by boat

New River Trail State Park is a highly visited state park that swells with hikers, bikers, fishermen, swimmers, canoeists, and horseback riding enthusiasts from the late spring through early fall.

The park offers three primitive campgrounds: Cliffview, Millrace, and Double Shoals. None of the campgrounds have vehicular access, showers, or washing facilities, so this is another one for those who are happy to spend a few days short of luxuries and creature comforts if it means getting a little more seclusion and peace in return.

Both Cliffview and Millrace sites have fire pits, lantern posts, picnic tables, drinking water, non-flush toilets, and also offer canoe and bike rentals. The Double Shoals site, however, is entirely frill-free, remote, and the only amenities you’ll enjoy are those you’re able to carry in with you!

• Access points include Allisonia, Chestnut Yard, Cliffview, Dannelly Park (near Galax), Draper, Dora Junction (near Pulaski), Foster Falls, Fries, Galax, Gambetta, Hiwassee, and Ivanhoe
• Those camping at Millrace should be aware that the New River’s current is unpredictable and potentially dangerous
• Campers must bring their own water to Double Shoals Campground
• Reservations are required and same-day reservations are permitted at Millrace and Cliffview campgrounds
• Double Shoals is an honor-system campground with a self-pay system onsite for first-come, first-served use for its two primitive sites

Grayson Highlands State Park is famed as the gateway to two of Virginia’s most popular hiking destinations, the state’s highest peak, Mount Rogers , and Whitetop Mountain .

Camping in Virginia mountains is a cinch as the park is home to a grand total of 89 camping sites (half of which have RV hookups) in addition to a handful of mildly lavish yurts and a bunkhouse at Hickory Ridge Campground. Stable area campsites with stalls for horses and primitive tent-camping sites are also available.

The main appeal of camping in Grayson are the views and hiking opportunities, with many sites looking out onto 5,000-feet mountains and offering easy access to the Appalachian Trail, Mount Rogers, and dozens of shorter hikes of which the best include the Wilburn Ridge Loop, Cabin Creek Trail, and Listening Rock Trail.

• Overnight backpackers must have a reservation to park in the overnight backpackers’ parking lot
• Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-933-PARK or at https://www.reserveamerica.com.
• No water from March-November
• Only the Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground offers primitive camping, with power but no water, during March, April, and November
• Full-service camping is available from the first Friday in May through the first Monday in November
• The park is on U.S. 58 midway between Independence and Damascus and is reached from I-81 at Exit 45 in Marion

For an immersive wilderness camping experience in Virginia, Shenandoah National Park’s section of the Appalachian Trail is unparalleled. Although we highlight several established campsites in Shenandoah below, the park also offers abundant opportunities for backcountry camping across its 200,000 acres.

Very few areas in the park are off-limits to overnight stays, and while backcountry camping in Shenandoah requires experience, survival skills, and carrying all your own kit and supplies, the rewards are huge—think silence, raw, unadulterated nature, and a last-human-on-earth kinda feel with a touch of Hunger Games and Blair Witch Project eeriness thrown in for good measure.

• Over 500 miles of trails to explore
• Backcountry camping permit required
• Bear-resistant food containers are obligatory
• You can enter Shenandoah National Park via four access points: Front Royal at U.S. 340 near I-66, Thornton Gap at U.S. 211, Swift Run Gap at U.S. 33, Rockfish Gap at I-64 and U.S. 250

Located at mile 57.5 off Skyline Drive in the Blue Mountains, Lewis Mountain Campground is Shenandoah National Park’s smallest campground, offering a tranquil retreat from the busier areas of the park.

The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and has only 31 campsites, but those who make the effort to arrive early and book their spot are rewarded with a truly idyllic location that boasts a far more remote, rustic feel than other camping locations in the area.

The campground is located just a short distance from some of Virginia’s best hiking trails and natural attractions, including hikes to Bearfence Mountain, Dark Hollow Falls, and the 8.9-mile (and very testy!) Old Rag Loop. Those with more time and energy to burn can also easily extend the hikes in the camp’s vicinity with dozens of loop hikes on the park’s 500+ miles of trails, and visitors who prefer a bit more in the way of verticality can use the campground as a “basecamp” to explore the area’s plethora of rock climbing crags .

Lewis Mountain has limited sites for RVs (all without hookups) and tent campers make up the vast majority of the campground’s occupants, which usually means this spot’s sure to offer a little more serenity than campgrounds with full facilities and easier access.

• Located on Skyline Drive South near Swift Run Entrance Station
• Open April through fall
• Pets welcome
• Strictly enforced quiet hours
• Operates on a self-registration first-come, first-served basis
• Facilities include a store, coin-operated showers, laundry facilities, picnic grounds, water and utility sinks, restrooms, and drinking fountains

Big Meadows is perhaps the most popular campground in Shenandoah National Park — situated in a secluded, shaded wood near Shenandoah’s main facilities. It serves as a central point for hikers embarking on various nearby trails, such as the Appalachian Trail.

Three waterfalls (Dark Hollow, Rose River, and Lewis Falls) are located within easy walking distance of the campgrounds and offer more moderate, laid-back hikes for those not looking to put in serious mileage.

The scenery at Big Meadows is worth the visit in itself, even for those not venturing further afield, with every season offering abundant wildlife and mountain views within a short stroll of the campsites or, in most cases, just the other side of your tent or RV door!

Facilities include bathhouses with hot showers and toilets, fire grates and picnic tables at each campsite, laundry machines, and a camp store. Also, just a five-minute walk from the campground visitors can enjoy entertainment and cooked grub at Big Meadows Lodge and Restaurant.

• Campground can be accessed by Skyline Drive Thornton Gap Entrance or Swift Run Gap Entrance
• Pets allowed
• There is a $30 fee per vehicle to enter the park (the pass issued is valid for one week)
• No electric or water hookups at the individual campsites
• Located near Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail
• Other nearby wineries and breweries include DuCard Vineyards, Sharp Rock Vineyards, Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works, and Little Washington Winery and Vineyards

Located on Lake Anna in Louisa County, Christopher Run Campground is a family-oriented campground with over 200 sites in a leafy, laid-back setting less than an hour from many notable historic sites, including the James Madison Museum, Michie Tavern, Montpelier, Monticello, Ash Lawn, and several Civil War battlefields.

The campground also has plenty going on in the way of outdoor activities, too, with canoes, rowboats, and paddleboats available for tent, six boat ramps for those who bring their own boats, and on-land activities including volleyball, basketball, mini-golf, and shuffleboard.

Water and RV hookups are available at most of the sites and the campground’s other facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, a store, a laundromat, and a kids’ playground.

• Located in central Virginia, one hour away from Richmond, Charlottesville, and Fredericksburg
• Over 200 sites, most with water and RV hookups
• Family campground with abundant amenities and facilities, including showers, flush toilets, a laundromat, a store, and guided activities

Douthat State Park, nestled in the Alleghany Mountains, stands as one of Virginia’s oldest state parks, providing a plethora of activities and attractions. Visitors can enjoy historical tours, fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, and various other outdoor pursuits.

The park is home to a 50-acre lake and also has over 45 miles of hiking and mountain-biking trails and 6 miles of bridle trails. Douthat is something of a historical attraction in itself, having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places for the role its design played in the development of other state parks nationwide. Just a short drive away, moreover, history buffs will find plenty of other attractions, including the USA’s oldest spa in Jefferson Pools, the historic town of Lexington, a railroad museum in Clifton Forge, and Humpback Bridge, Virginia’s oldest standing covered bridge.

The park has four campground locations, all of which are pet-friendly and have RV hookups, bathhouses with showers and toilets, fire pits, and picnic tables.

• Four campground locations: Lakeside, Whispering Pines, White Oak, and Beaver Dam with 89 sites
• All campgrounds have dump stations, showers, and flush toilets
• The park also has 32 cabins and three lodges that accommodate 15, 16, and 18 guests each
• Accessed by I-64’s Exit 27 near Clifton Forge

North Bend Park & Campground sits on the John H. Kerr Reservoir, a vast 50,000-acre lake encircled by over 800 miles of stunning shoreline. The area is rich in natural resources, featuring 26 wildlife management areas, numerous secluded coves, and plenty of hiking trails for extensive exploration.

The campground itself has 249 primitive and electric/water hookup sites, many with lakefront locations and all within a short stroll of the shore. The campground’s facilities include bathhouses with hot showers and toilets, flush toilets, a dump station, and public picnic areas with grills. In terms of recreation, there’s biking, water activities galore, fishing, swimming, hiking, canoeing, and kayaking.

The main attraction at North Bend, however, is the abundant and diverse wildlife on or near the lake. Some of the critters you might come across include bald eagles, whitetail deer, wild turkey, bobwhite quails, mourning doves, gray squirrels, cottontail rabbits, foxes, raccoons, wood ducks, black ducks, mallards, Canadian geese, osprey, gulls, great blue herons, and river otters.

• Park is located approximately 20 miles west of South Hill
• Group camping areas can be booked by calling the Visitor Assistance Center (434-738-6143)
• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the park
• The 1.5-mile Liberty Nature Trail and 5.5-mile Robert Munford Trail are both within a short drive of the campground
• Fishing for large-mouth bass, striped bass, crappie, and flathead catfish fishing available with a permit

Sky Meadows is one for those who like to mix a little bit of culture and history with their wanders in the wilderness.

Located deep in the notoriously gorgeous, leafy, atmospheric Blue Ridge Mountains, Sky Meadows is a 1,860-acre park with lakes, rolling pastures, mile upon mile of old-growth woodland, and a historic farmhouse at Mount Bleak that showcases the farming practices that formed the area’s unique pastoral landscape and the lifestyle of its residents from the colonial through post-Civil War periods.

The park offers year-round primitive camping in sites that are almost guaranteed to be peaceful owing to their lack of vehicular access and location one mile from the overnight parking area. It boasts 22 miles of hiking trails, 10.5 miles of bridle trails, 9 miles of biking trails, and also offers access to the Appalachian Trail, 3 miles of which run through the park.

• Campground open year-round
• Reservations required (www.reserveamerica.com or call 540-592-3556)
• There are nearly a dozen wineries within 15 minutes of the park
• The park has no cabins or drive-to campsites
• Nature and history programs are offered year-round
• All 18 campsites are situated 1 mile from the overnight parking area

For a unique, remote getaway free from car noise, Deer Island on Blue Mountain’s Philpott Lake stands out. Only accessible by boat, this campground promises a peaceful experience, with wildlife as your primary company.

Of all the locations on our list, this location is a true sanctuary of serenity, with the island’s isolation, the lake’s crystalline waters, and the views of forested mountainsides all around contributing to an utterly idyllic, wild, and pristine environment and “Castaway” kinda vibe.

Surprisingly, the campground offers none-too-shabby facilities, with potable drinking water available, toilets, and well-maintained, lakeside campsites for tent camping.

The island can be accessed by boat from anywhere on the lake, but most easily from either the Goose Point or Twin Ridge Recreation Area.

• Located in Philpott Lake in Franklin County
• Campers must obtain a permit from the gatehouse at Salthouse Branch or Bowens Creek
• During the off-season (November 1st to March 31st) permits can be obtained at honor vaults located at Ramp 1 and Goose Point Entrance
• Camp regulations can be found here  
• Campground is family-, pet-, and LGBTQ-friendly

Pocahontas State Park is conveniently located just a 20-mile drive from Richmond and offers a wealth of activities suitable for adventure lovers and backcountry loungers alike.

The park’s campground offers a nice range of accommodation options, with rustic cabins and yurts for those looking for a slightly pampered experience and also 129 campsites for tent and RV campers, all with electric and water hookups, grills, picnic tables, and lantern holders , and within a short walk of restrooms with hot showers.

While ultimately geared towards families, Pocahontas State Park provides plenty to do for every kind of visitor, with 80 miles of trails for hiking and biking, horse riding, hunting, fishing, boat rental, a Nature Center and Heritage Center, and local history programs. For those bringing along the kids, the park also boasts a water park-style Aquatic Center with a kiddie pool, fountain, two leisure pools, a swimming pool, and two tube slides.

• Located in Chesterfield, just 20 miles from Richmond
• Rustic cabins, recreational yurts, and campsites with RV hookups are available
• Restrooms with hot showers

First Landing State Park, situated close to where Virginia’s first settlers landed, stands as the state’s most visited park, drawing over a million guests each year. While it enjoys high popularity, the park maintains a sense of spaciousness and offers easy access to serene natural areas, providing a pleasant escape even when neighboring campsites are occupied.

The most attractive of these are found on the 19 miles of hiking and biking trails that wend their way through and around the park’s 3,000 acres of land, and on the Chesapeake Bay’s 1.5-mile stretch of sandy coastline, which can be reached in just a few minutes from the campground.

Other activities in the area include boating, swimming, birdwatching, and educational programs that allow visitors to learn about the nature and history of the Chesapeake Bay/Virginia Beach.

• Reservations must be made one day ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 months in advance
• Campsites have water and electric hookups
• Amenities include restrooms and showers, a convenience store, a gift shop, a boat launch, drinking water, bicycle rentals, and a laundry

Loft Mountain Campground, situated centrally in Shenandoah National Park, caters to campers seeking a truly wild and rustic experience.

This primitive campground is situated on top of Big Flat Mountain and offers exceptional views over the Shenandoah forest in all directions. These views are best enjoyed at sunset and ideally in fall when the vibrant colors of the forest canopy produce a spectacle sure to remain ingrained in your memory for quite some time.

In terms of hiking opportunities, Loft Mountain is blessed with plenty of options for both the casual hiker and those looking to test their mettle with something a touch more challenging. For the former, the best of the bunch is the easy-going, 7-mile Double Falls Loop and, for the latter, the 12.5-mile Furnace Mountain-Austin Mountain Loop , a rough trail featuring almost 3,000 feet of ascent, several steep sections, and few tricky, rocky traverses.

• Open early May to late October
• Sites are reservable
• Amenities include pay showers, drinking water, and flush toilets

Misty Mountain Camp Resort, positioned west of Charlottesville in the Blue Ridge Mountains’ foothills, offers a perfect setting for a rustic retreat or enjoyable outdoor activities with family.

Set in a 50-acre park, this campground is one of the best in the state for family camping vacations, offering a pool, splash pool, stocked fishing pond, basketball and volleyball courts, playground, and hayrides to keep the little ones occupied and entertained, as well as a handful of easy-going nature trails and hop and vine tours for the adults.

• Backcountry, creekside, and meadow campsites available for tent camping
• RV sites with electrical and water hookups
• Amenities include a general store, fire rings, picnic tables, and a bathhouse with showers, toilets, and drinking water

It may lack the raw, rough wildness and rugged, rocky skylines found in many other states across the US, but for those with an eye for subtler and gentler natural beauty, the state of Virginia has a whole lot to offer.

By opting to pitch or park up for a few days at any of the best Virginia campgrounds above, moreover, you’ll be placing yourself slap bang in the middle of it all, with countless trails, lakes, rivers, and crags to be explored and at least a small handful of the area’s rich historical and cultural highlights no more than a short drive from your Virginia camping digs.

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Kieran James Cunningham

Kieran James Cunningham is a climber, mountaineer, and author who divides his time between the Italian Alps, the US, and his native Scotland.

He has climbed a handful of 6000ers in the Himalayas, 4000ers in the Alps, 14ers in the US, and loves nothing more than a good long-distance wander in the wilderness. He climbs when he should be writing, writes when he should be sleeping, has fun always.

Kieran has taught mountaineering, ice climbing, and single-pitch and multi-pitch rock climbing in a variety of contexts over the years and has led trekking and mountaineering expeditions in the Alps, Rockies, and UK. He is currently working towards qualifying as a Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor and International Mountain Leader.

Kieran’s book  Climbing the Walls —an exploration of the mental health benefits of climbing, mountaineering, and the great outdoors—is scheduled for release by Simon & Schuster in April 2021.

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Places to Camp in Virginia

The place where the first permanent British colony in mainland North America was founded in 1607, Virginia is a state with an exceptional history and abundant natural attractions. From colonial towns and Revolutionary and Civil War battlefields to various Presidential Homes, including one that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, history is never far away when camping in Virginia. Nature, too, is an intricate part of Virginia’s state identity.

On the coast, you’ll find several state parks and wildlife refuges. Additionally, there are significant historic sites such as Colonial National Historical Park, which includes Historic Jamestown and the Yorktown Battlefield. Across Chesapeake Bay, a calm wave-less bay, lie popular Cape Charles and glorious Assateague Island National Seashore with its feral horses galloping along the beaches. All around Chesapeake Bay, extensive sand beaches and shallow water attract huge crowds of sunbathers and families camping in Virginia over Summer break.

More inland, rolling vineyards and horse farms characterize the Monticello American Viticultural Area, while the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains to the west has been praised in many a country song. It’s in this region, with its undulating forested hills, rocky outcrops, countless waterfalls and rich biodiversity, that you’ll want to go camping in Virginia.

Shenandoah National Park, protecting a section of the Blue Ridge Mountains’ crest, is an outdoor playground for hikers, cyclists, wildlife watchers and road trippers alike. The only road through the park is Skyline Drive, a world-class mountain road lined with trails, campgrounds, a couple of historic lodges, and more than 70 overlooks.

At the park’s southern entrance, Skyline Drive links up with the equally scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Connecting Shenandoah with Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina, its 469 miles make it the longest linear park in America. From historic homesteads and the Blue Ridge Music Center to viewpoints, hiking trails and waterfalls like Crabtree Falls, its numerous attractions, combined with free access, make this the most visited unit in the entire National Park Service system.

Other great destinations for camping in Virginia are the Allegheny Highlands, home to natural hot springs, and Grayson Highlands State Park featuring rock-strewn mountain meadows, panoramic vistas and wild ponies.

Best Camping Sites in Virginia (475)

Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an outdoor family getaway.

Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint while others wind deep into the forest and wilderness. Big Meadows is near many of the major facilities and popular hiking trails in the park. Three waterfalls are within walking distance, and the Meadow, with its abundant plant growth and wildlife, is an ideal nearby attraction.Wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals thriving in the park.The campground is also located right off the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are visible from any of the 75 scenic overlooks.

Natural Features

Shenandoah National Park spans 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises above the Virginia Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah Valley to its west. The scenery at Big Meadows Campground never disappoints, with a stunning array of colors in the fall and a blanket of bright wildflowers in the spring. This green and shady campground is a wilderness paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (540) 999-3231.

Nearby Attractions

Two visitor centers with bookstores and exhibits are located in the park (milepost 5 and milepost 51). Byrd Visitor Center is a short one mile walk by either trail or sidewalk if you choose not to drive. There are concession managed restaurants, gift shops and lodging facilities scattered throughout the park. Big Meadows Lodge and Restaurant is a 5 minute walk from the campground and Big Meadows Wayside is located beside Byrd Visitor Center.

Charges & Cancellations

Changing Reservations:____ There is no change fee if a visitor extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. Additionally, there is no change fee if the visitor wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility.____ If a visitor wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.____ If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.____ Once a reservation date has begun, visitors cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. Onsite staff will assist with changes or cancellations.______ Cancellations:____ Visitors may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.____ A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's approved rate including tax and applicable add-on. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.____ Visitors who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days prior to arrival date will pay a $10 service fee AND forfeit the first night___s rate.______ No-Shows:____ A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.____ No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.______ Early Departures:____ Visitors are requested to notify staff at the facility if they depart early to allow others to use the site.____ If the visitor chooses to depart early, they may forfeit the approved rate and applicable tax and applicable add-on for the day of departure. If a visitor departs prior to the scheduled check-out date, they may be eligible for a partial refund. Visitors may notify the Recreation.gov call center to request a refund of remaining unused nights. If a visitor requests a refund for an early departure after the facility check-out time (10 am) has passed, the visitor will not be refunded for that night and is eligible for a refund on any additional nights that will not be used.______ Refunds:__ Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Visitors may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended.____ Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.____ For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.____ In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.__

• Phone Service

$75 / night

First Landing State Park Campground

First Landing State park camping site type:

EW-20ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet long. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20-amp service.

EW-30ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups, RVs up to 30 feet length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.

EW-50ft: Electric/Water site for RVs only 32-50 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.

Std-20ft: No electric/water on this site. Accommodates tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers.

Sites 44 - 65: Group Campground - No electric/water on these sites. Three-site minimum purchase required. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. Good for tents. Group camp area - site specific; maximum six people per site. A large shelter, which is available to only group campers, may be rented.

Each yurt has a large wooden deck, two picnic tables, a pedestal grill and a fire ring with cooking grate. Reservations are required. Parking for two vehicles is allowed for each yurt. Those with additional vehicles must pay the daily parking fee and park in available overflow spaces in the campground.

• Electric Hookups

$28 - $40 / night

Pocahontas State Park Campground

Just 20 miles from Richmond, Pocahontas offers boating, picnicking, camping, camping cabins, 90-plus miles of trails, and nature and history programs. The Aquatic Center, which has a toddler pool, fountain wet deck, three-foot and five-foot-deep leisure pools, an activity pool and two tubular water slides, affords seasonal water-based activities for all. Three lakes offer plenty of fishing. Boat rentals are available seasonally by the 225-acre Swift Creek Lake. The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, dedicated to Depression-era workers who helped build the state park system, is one of a handful in the nation. Two dining halls may be rented for meetings, weddings and special events. Rustic group facilities with primitive overnight cabins (bunkhouses) are available seasonally for larger groups.

The park's 2,000-seat amphitheater hosts the Pocahontas Premieres series of concerts and family-friendly entertainment.

Pocahontas State Park's location and 90 miles of trails make it particularly popular among bicyclists.

$35 - $40 / night

Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

Perched on top of Big Flat Mountain, this is one of the largest campgrounds in the park. Loft Mountain is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing a wilderness getaway in the historic Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia.

Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or lookout, while others wind deep into the forest and wilderness. Trails to the Big Run Wilderness area are accessible from the campground, and pristine waterfalls are a common site along the popular trails. Wildlife viewing is also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals abundant across the park. The campground is located right off of Milepost 80 on the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are available from any of the 75 scenic overlooks.

This expansive campground offers 207 campsites, as well as amenaties like flush toilets and water and dump stations, which create a comfortable camping experience. Pay showers are nearby at the campstore.

Shenandoah National Park includes 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises above the Virginia Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah Valley to its west. Loft Mountain's location on the mountain top offers easy access to Skyline Drive which offers sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the surrounding rolling hills and open meadows.

Two visitor centers with bookstores and exhibits are located in the park (milepost 5 and milepost 51). There are concession managed restaurants, gift shops and lodging facilities scattered throughout the park.

Changing Reservations: __ There is no change fee if a visitor extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. Additionally, there is no change fee if the visitor wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility.____ If a visitor wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.____ If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.____ Once a reservation date has begun, visitors cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. Onsite staff will assist with changes or cancellations.______ Cancellations: __ Visitors may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.____ A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's approved rate including tax and applicable add-on. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.____ Visitors who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days prior to arrival date will pay a $10 service fee AND forfeit the first night___s rate.______ No-Shows: __ A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.____ No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.______ Early Departures: __ Visitors are requested to notify staff at the facility if they depart early to allow others to use the site.____ If the visitor chooses to depart early, they may forfeit the approved rate and applicable tax and applicable add-on for the day of departure. If a visitor departs prior to the scheduled check-out date, they may be eligible for a partial refund. Visitors may notify the Recreation.gov call center to request a refund of remaining unused nights. If a visitor requests a refund for an early departure after the facility check-out time (12 noon) has passed, the visitor will not be refunded for that night and is eligible for a refund on any additional nights that will not be used.______ Refunds: __ Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Visitors may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended.____ Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.____ For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.____ In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.__

Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park

Late Cabin/Lodge/Yurt/Camping Cabin/Bunkhouse Arrivals:

A sealed packet of information with your last name will be left for you. This packet will be at one of the following places: contact station, visitor center or park office. Claytor Lake and First Landing will leave your packet at the cabin. Your last 4 digits of your confirmation number will be your access code. Please take your confirmation letter with you.

Late Camping Arrivals:

A sealed packet of information with your name will be left for you. This packet will be at one of the following places: contact station, visitor center, park office or the campground camp host site. Please take your confirmation letter with you. If you have a site specific reservation please look for your site highlighted by the yellow post along with your site number. If you have a non-site specific reservation please look for your site type to set up your equipment.

$25 - $40 / night

Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground

The park, including all of the overnight facilities, is open year-round. Lodging options include standard tent-only sites, electric-water camping, three yurts, four camping cabins (bunkhouses), regular cabins and a lodge.

$30 - $40 / night

Kiptopeke State Park Campground

$30 - $47 / night

Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of the Shenandoah National Park, Mathews Arm Campground is the ideal spot for a camping getaway.

Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint while others wind deep into the forests and wilderness. Mathews Arm Campground is located near Overall Run Falls, which, at 93 feet, has the highest drop of all the falls in Shenandoah National Park. A moderately difficult hiking trail, which leads to the falls, is accessible from the campground. Once at the falls, visitors can enjoy views of the entire Shenandoah Valley and Massanutten Mountain. Wildlife viewing is a also a popular pastime, with black bears, wild turkey, deer, birds and countless other animals abundant across the park. The campground is located right off of Milepost 22 on the famous Skyline Drive, which runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stunning views are available from any of the 75 scenic overlooks.

Shenandoah National Park includes 300 square miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southern Appalachians. The park rises above the Virginia Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah Valley to its west.

Between 06/12/2024 and 10/26/2024 this location is staffed. Please call (540) 999-3132 to speak with local staff. From 04/18/2024 to 06/12/2024 this location is unstaffed. Please call (540) 999-3500 for general information.

Elkwallow Wayside is located just two miles away, offering camping supplies, a limited menu restaurant, prepared sandwiches, beverages, souvenirs, and more. Two visitor centers are located along Skyline Drive. Dickey Ridge Visitor Center, 18 miles North, and The Harry F Byrd Sr. Visitor Center, 29 miles South. Bookstores, restaurants and exhibits are scattered throughout the Shenandoah National Park. Click here for more information. __

Changing Reservations:__ There is no change fee if a visitor extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. Additionally, there is no change fee if the visitor wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility.____ If a visitor wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.____ If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.____ Once a reservation date has begun, visitors cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. Onsite staff will assist with changes or cancellations.______ Cancellations:____ Visitors may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.____ A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's approved rate including tax and applicable add-on. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.____ Visitors who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days prior to arrival date will pay a $10 service fee AND forfeit the first night___s rate.______ No-Shows:____ A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.____ No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.______ Early Departures:____ Visitors are requested to notify staff at the facility if they depart early to allow others to use the site.____ If the visitor chooses to depart early, they may forfeit the approved rate and applicable tax and applicable add-on for the day of departure. If a visitor departs prior to the scheduled check-out date, they may be eligible for a partial refund. Visitors may notify the Recreation.gov call center to request a refund of remaining unused nights. If a visitor requests a refund for an early departure after the facility check-out time (12 noon) has passed, the visitor will not be refunded for that night and is eligible for a refund on any additional nights that will not be used.______ Refunds:__ Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Visitors may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended.____ Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.____ For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.____ In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.__

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If you’re into lush fall colors, relaxing riverside retreats, and rushing waterfalls, it’s time to go camping in Virginia! Discover the rare ecosystems at Chincoteague and Assateague Islands, explore the rock formations in Luray Caverns, or take a meandering hike along the Grand Canyon of the South. A trip to Old Dominion promises variety, adventure, and stunning scenery.

Roll into RV paradise in Virginia with our top-notch campgrounds! Discover spacious RV sites, scenic views, and amenities galore for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. Whether you're chasing sunsets or grilling up a storm, find your perfect RV spot in Virginia and hit the road to relaxation!

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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Luray, VA

Located amongst the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ in Luray, Virginia offers an inspiring camping experience the whole family will enjoy. Their 73 scenic acres are situ

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Anvil Campground

Williamsburg, VA

Visit historic Anvil Campground for your next vacation! We are the closest Williamsburg RV park to all the nearby attractions: Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Water Country USA, Colonial Williamsburg, Jam

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Staunton, VA

Pitch a tent, have a fire, and create a memory with your family. Camp in the shadows of 250-year-old locust and walnut trees in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Kids can fish in the pond, play

Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River

Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River in Luray, Virginia, invites you to experience the ultimate blend of outdoor adventure and luxury relaxation. This premier resort, nestled beside the scenic Shenando

Shenandoah Valley Campground

Nestled within a 1½ mile horse shoe bend of Middle River, Shenandoah Valley Campground is the only campground in Virginia with a spectacular waterfall and four 6-person Indoor Hot Tubs. Offering fr

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Floyd Family Campground

Floyd Family Campground is the perfect place to pitch your tent or set up your RV while visiting this part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful 200+ acre outdoor venue is located only 6 miles f

Sun Outdoors Chesapeake Bay

Temperanceville, VA

Located just minutes away from Chincoteague and Assateague Island on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, and nestled amongst the tall pines and beautiful waterfront of the Pocomoke Sound. Visit to enjoy this fa

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Stuarts Draft, VA

Tucked away in the quiet town of Stuarts Draft, Virginia, Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley Family Campground provides over 130 acres of beautiful wooded grounds your family will love. This outstanding l

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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Natural Bridge Station, VA

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Cape Charles, VA

Sun Outdoors Cape Charles is often considered the best family camping resort in the Mid-Atlantic region! At Cape Charles you'll find over 300 acres of natural waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay with ove

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Virginia Camping FAQs

Home to the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia offers a wealth of outdoor opportunities. Camping in Virginia features dense forests and shaded, comfortable sites. With the Appalachian Trail running through the state, Virginia caters well to outdoor enthusiasts of all levels and interests.

Hiking and camping in Virginia are most comfortable in spring and fall. The further west you are, the more comfortable summers will be, but still expect heat and humidity. Summer weather isn’t the best time for camping in Virginia, especially on the coast.

If you can visit in spring, you’ll beat a good deal of the tourism rush, though fall is the best choice as you’ll catch the leaves change. If you’re visiting the most popular outdoor spots in the state during the peak of fall, do expect crowds taking pictures of the changing leaves.

Hiking is a way of life in Virginia, especially as the Appalachian Trail runs through the state. While you can get out on the water if you head towards the coast, biking, hiking, and camping in Virginia are always the most popular activities.

Easily the most recognized place for camping in Virginia, Shenandoah National Park is the top place to visit for outdoor adventurers in Old Dominion. For those flying into Washington, D.C., this pinnacle of camping in Virginia is only 75 miles from the District. Fall here is incredible, though there are no bad times to visit.

Assateague Island National Seashore

Assateague Island National Seashore is always changing and being remade by the wind and waves. Those wanting to get out onto the water will love the kayaking options here, and if you obtain an Over Sand Vehicles (OSV) permit, you can even drive on the beach.

This isn’t technically a spot for camping in Virginia. While you can camp at this national seashore, it’s split between Virginia and Maryland. The only camping available is on the Maryland side, though that shouldn’t be an issue for campers.

Cumberland Gap National Historic Park

This historic park was the “first great gateway” to the west. Both beautiful and educational, this is a perfect stop for families. You can learn about American history at the Hensley Settlement and take in mountain views all in the same day at Cumberland Gap National Historic Park.

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests

Technically, the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests are two separate entities, but they’re always put together and visited as one. Even if you only have time to visit one section of the national forest, there’s no wrong choice. Being a national forest, this is the best spot for free camping in Virginia, especially during the fall.

High Bridge Trail State Park

This park revolves around the High Bridge Trail itself. This multi-use trail was originally a rail bed and now offers visitors incredible birds-eye views of the surrounding forest lands. While a great hike, mountain bikers will also love this 31-mile trail.

Douthat State Park

This 4,500-acre park features 40 miles of trail, with a limited number of them being multi-use. The majority of trails here are open for hikers only, though there are certain areas designated for mountain biking as well.

Douthat State Park offers a comfortable option for camping in Virginia, with several cabins and lodges for rent in addition to tent sites.

Pocahontas State Park

Just a short drive from Richmond is Pocahontas State Park. You’ll have nearly 100 miles of trails to hike here, as well as an informative set of history programs put on by the park. If you want to change things up a bit, head to the aquatic center. The center has various depths of pools suitable for all ages, as well as a pair of water slides. If you want to stay out in nature, consider a trip to the Swift Creek Lake for the best fishing and boating in the park.

First Landing State Park

First Landing State Park is a state park and registered national historic place in one. It’s also the first planned state park in Virginia! While it doesn’t offer the widest variety of hiking trails, most visitors will be perfectly happy with the 20 miles of park trails and 1.5 miles of beach trails on the Chesapeake Bay.

Colonial Williamsburg

Step back in time when you visit the “largest outdoor educational living museum in the country.” You’ll feel like you left the modern day and stepped into the 18th century when you head to this immersive historical experience. Events and exhibits do change, even in the 18th century, so check the calendar before you visit to see what’s in store.

Arlington National Cemetery

The Arlington National Cemetery is a part of many a traveler’s journey when passing through Northern Virginia. Well over 600 acres are dedicated to historic and modern graves, starting with prominent Civil War figures. In more modern times, political figures, such as former presidents, have been interred in this historic cemetery.

George Washington Birthplace National Monument

This national monument covers more than 500 acres and pays homage to the life of the first president of the United States. While historically significant, outdoor enthusiasts will also enjoy walking the grounds and taking photographs of the sprawling area at this national monument. Note that George Washington is not buried here, but instead at Mount Vernon.

Blue Ridge Parkway

Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the most captivating drives in America. Running through the southern and central portions of the Appalachian Mountain Range, drivers get a varied experience of the area’s vast expanses and its dense forests. There are plenty of scenic pull-offs and stops for photos and hikes, so make sure to have a map and guide to the drive with you.

L’Opossum – Richmond

Sure, possums aren’t always what you associate with fine dining, but don’t write it off just yet. This sophisticated Richmond spot specializes in fun, modern twists on French cuisine and has an inventive cocktail menu to match. Though it doesn’t look like much from the outside, one step through the door will change your whole perception.

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm – Lovettsville

This restaurant has one of the best views of anywhere in the whole state. The all-glass dining area gives you panoramic views of the Potomac River as an appetizer while you wait for your meal. The place isn’t all flash, either. The New American-style menu is all farm-to-table and engrosses you in the creativity of their culinary staff.

Namaste – Alexandria

You might not think of Alexandria, Virginia, when you’re searching for authentic Indian food, but Namaste has been hiding under the radar for years now. Serving high-quality Indian and Nepalese cuisine, this spot is easy to miss but will make you feel like an insider for finding it. If you do just one thing when you visit Namaste, order the Momo dumplings.

The Inn at Little Washington – Washington

This is Washington, D.C.’s first (and only) three-star Michelin restaurant. It’s also a luxurious hotel if you’re looking for accommodations while in the District. If you were curious, the Michelin guide defines three-star as “exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.” If you’re already traveling to Virginia, win-win!

The menu here is upscale American cuisine with a nod to the classic French stylings that any Michelin-star chef is familiar with. Chef Patrick O’Connell curates a short, simple menu with a vegetarian menu also offered.

Hiking and camping in Virginia offer some of the best outdoor experiences in the Eastern United States. While you can always enjoy the tree-lined Virginia hiking trails, fall in Old Dominion should be on every outdoor adventurer’s bucket list!

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We LOVE camping in Virginia and have many favorite campground spots that are both easy to explore and stunningly scenic. With this love in mind, we also want to help you enjoy the outdoors responsibly and smartly, to make the most of your Virginia camping vacation , whether you are with your family, friends, or pets.

To help you plan, we've put together some camping tips and highlighted camping destinations that are perfect for beginners.

First decide what type of camping you want to do. Do you want to camp in the frontcountry, places accessible by vehicle? Or do you want to head to the backcountry, usually by foot, but also by canoe, kayak or bicycle? Consider the following camping options to help you determine your style of camping.

• Private campgrounds such as KOAs are preferable when location is important, say if wanting to camp near a theme park or concert site. They are generally geared more toward RV campers than tent campers. Go for a private campground should you want increased amenities such as laundry, on site game rooms and more luxurious bathhouses.
• State parks and national parks are good for both RVs and tent campers. Their campgrounds usually have more amenities such as showers but they are also long on nature-based activities such as hiking, paddling and nature study.
• National forest campgrounds are generally more remote, but have fewer amenities and also lesser crowds, yet are still rich in traditional outdoor recreation such as hiking and paddling.
• Backcountry camping options offer little or no amenities, but make up for it with privacy and remoteness. Here, it is even more important to follow leave no trace principles and be a good land steward. Most campers get comfortable frontcountry camping before heading to the backcountry to overnight it.

Virginia is rich with all the above options. After deciding what type of camping you want to do, commit to doing it right. A successful, responsible vacation camping in Virginia uses camping and green tips to give you an edge. Camping tips help you take the rough out of roughing it while taking care of the land. Then you can better enjoy your Virginia camping road trip whether you are next to the Atlantic surf, beside a scenic lake, next to a crystalline river, along the Blue Ridge Parkway, or high in the Appalachians.

With that in mind, here are 10 great camping destinations for beginners, along with camping tips to enhance your experience and "green" tips to help you tread lightly while on your Virginia camping vacation.

Kiptopeke State Park Campground—Cape Charles

Photo Credit: Johnny Molloy

The Camping: This well run, well organized state park on the Eastern Shore is a fine camping destination great for families and novices. Open March-November, the campground offers tent only sites as well as tent and RV sites with electricity. Hot showers keep campers clean. Upgrade your experience by renting one of 4 camping yurts, each with its own deck, water spigot, fire ring and grill.

The Fun: Stroll some of the mile of beachfront on Chesapeake Bay. Take on some of the 5 miles of hiking and biking trails. Fish license-free from the park pier. Launch your kayak and paddle Chesapeake Bay. Single and double kayaks as well as paddleboards can be rented from the camp store during the warm season.

Camping Tip: Keep kids, pets and the tent away from the campfire. Clear the area around the fire ring, especially after dark, to avoid tripping into the flames. Beware picking up partially burned wood pieces; they may be burning on their unseen side.

Green Tip: Keep a clean campsite. Store items when not in use. Wind and rain can blow loose trash and other items all over the campground. Put away food if it is not being eaten, to avoid attracting everything from ants to bears.

Prince William Forest Campground—Dumfries

PHOTO CREDIT: JOHNNY MOLLOY

The Camping: When camped here it is hard to believe you are in the shadow of D.C. A 15,000 acre natural oasis in Northern Virginia, Prince William Forest features rustic 100-site Oak Ridge Campground. Open March-November, a shady forest canopies a variety of campsites, big sites for large families, more secluded walk-in tent sites, as well as intimate sites for couples. Hot showers and water spigots add a little luxury. No hookups make it primarily the domain of tent campers. Want to up your game? Rent a rustic wood cabin.    

The Fun: Developed back in the 1930s, Prince William Forest features an extensive trail system for hikers. My favorite paths are South Valley Trail and North Valley Trail. They travel along South Fork Quantico Creek and Quantico Creek respectively, where you can trek beside singing rocky streams shaded by verdant forests. Scenic Drive is not only fun for a quiet drive in hilly woods but it is also good for a bicycle ride. Want to paddle? Rent a kayak or canoe at nearby Pohick Bay Regional Park then explore Gunston Cove, a part of the tidal Potomac River.  

Camping Tip: Pay particular attention to your bedding. A pillow is key. Bring a fluffy pillow from home for a good night’s sleep. An air mattress is much more comfortable than sleeping on the ground. Make sure your sleeping bag is adequately warm then bring an extra blanket just in case. A cold bed makes for a long cold night. Consider pajamas for warmth and in case you have to make a midnight bathroom run.

Green Tip: When nature calls  and there is no restroom available dig a hole at least 100 feet from water and around 6 inches deep. Use your heel. Do your business, burn your toilet paper, then bury the evidence, sparing both the environment and the next camper unsightly unsanitary hygiene practices.

Lewis Mountain Campground—Madison

The Camping: Perched atop the mountain splendor that is Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park, Lewis Mountain is the preserve’s most intimate campground with 30 sites. The entire campground is first come, first served, no reservations. This is a great place to visit during off times, such as during the week, or late spring and early fall. Campers who like it simple will love Lewis Mountain - no electricity or hookups – yet you do have a camp store, laundry and showers during the warm season.  

The Fun: Lewis Mountain is ideally situated to explore Shenandoah. For starters, the one and only Appalachian Trail runs directly alongside the campground. Other nearby hiking opportunities include view-laden Bearfence Mountain. Trek to President Hoover’s historic Camp Rapidan. Take a spin on the scenic road that is Skyline Drive. Big Meadows, with its visitor center, wildlife and nearby waterfalls is only 7 miles away. There’s plenty of action using quiet Lewis Mountain as your base camp. 

Camping Tip: Bring tasty foods when camping out. Surprise your fellow campers with their favorite treats. Write down a meal plan, then purchase all the items needed before you head to the campsite. Remember not only meals, but also snacks, desserts and drinks.

Green Tip: Never feed wild animals. This includes everything from birds to chipmunks to raccoons to deer. You may damage their health, plus expose yourself --and them -- to danger.

The Pines Campground—New Castle

The Camping: Small, remote and simple, The Pines is set deep in the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest. The getaway, open March through November and located northwest of Roanoke, offers a dozen campsites. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and lantern post. Trouty Barbours Creek flows nearby deep in this wooded back of beyond. You will truly get back to nature in the Virginia Appalachians. Bring your own water -- and leave your cares behind.     

The Fun: Nearby Potts Mountain jeep trail attracts four wheelers to the area. Anglers can vie for stocked trout in adjacent Barbours Creek. Explore the nearby trails of Fenwick Mines, hike and swim at Craig Creek or visit the iron furnace and waterfalls of Roaring Run. Or you can simply pull up a chair and read that book distraction free at The Pines.

Camping Tip: Bring ample lighting for darkness. Headlamps make for hands free lighting. A lantern will brighten the campsite while light strings add to the camping fun.

Green Tip: Leave natural souvenirs where you find them. This means wildflowers, rocks, shells, and driftwood as well as historic artifacts such as fossils and arrowheads. Let others discover and enjoy them, too.

Hurricane Campground—Sugar Grove

The Camping: Set where Hurricane Creek and Comers Creek meet at famed Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, this overlooked mountain campground presents 27 reservable campsites in a serene setting. Hot showers, water and an onsite campground host keep things clean and orderly. The sites are large and far enough apart for good campsite privacy.  

The Fun: Quiet but not too far off the beaten path, you can relax at camp, play in the creek or discover adjacent Raccoon Branch Wilderness on the Appalachian Trail or the Virginia Highlands Trail. Grab a view from nearby Dickey Knob or check out Comers Creek Falls.

Camping Tip: Bring fire starter material with you – candles, pre-formed fire starter sticks, kindling, dry paper, and lighter fluid. This makes it way easier to start a campfire. However, don’t bring firewood. Instead, gather it on site or purchase wood at your favorite campground to prevent spread of wood pests such as emerald ash borer, hemlock wooly adelgid and other.

Green Tip: Do you love the outdoors? Demonstrate your commitment through action by volunteering with an outdoors-related conservation group or trail organization, or by donating time to your favorite national, state, or local park.

Longwood Park—Clarksville

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The Camping: This fine campground is located on the shores of big Lake Kerr, with over 800 big miles of shoreline! The big campsites are spread over three peninsulas extending on the Grassy Creek arm of Lake Kerr, only 10 minutes from Clarksville, making for lots of reservable lakefront campsites. Suitable for tents and RVs, these 66 well-kept campsites have lots of shade and also more open sites. They have electric and nonelectric campsites, hot showers and water spigots. Widespread sites enhance privacy. Open year-round, too!

The Fun: Water is the name of the game here at Longwood Park. Swim at the designated beach in a cove of Lake Kerr. Toss a line for freshwater bass and bream. Use the boat ramp to launch your motorized watercraft or paddle your kayak or canoe along the wooded shoreline. Splash your toes in the water at your campsite. Ride your bike on the roads of the campground.

Camping Tip: Preparing for your Virginia camping adventure saves more time than it consumes. Start a camping checklist then store it on your phone, tweaking the list after every adventure.

Green Tip: Recycle your old camping gear by giving it to someone or an organization that will reuse it.

Chincoteague Island KOA—Chincoteague

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The Camping: Multiple camping options are available at this resort style campground. Bring your own tent or RV, or rent a “glamping style” safari tent. Almost a camping village, amenities are bountiful with fine bathhouses, golf cart rentals, and outdoor pool. Smoothly run.  

The Fun: Chincoteague Island KOA is all about location, location, location!  It is situated in the heart of Chincoteague Village with all its amenities and attractions such as Maui Jacks Waterpark, restaurants, as well as outdoor outfitters such as Chincoteague Island Adventures. Yet the KOA is also close to the beaches of Chincoteague and Assateague as well as the natural attractions of Assateague Island National Seashore, including Chincoteague Lighthouse. The campground rents bikes to tool around and kayaks to paddle nearby salty waters.

Camping Tip: Make reservations when possible. Most online reservation platforms show individual campsite photos. If you arrive at the campground and your site is unfavorable, ask to switch – it can’t hurt. Once at a campground take note of your favorite campsites for future trips.

Green Tip: Avoid sensitive ecological areas if possible. Hike, rest, and camp at least 100 feet from streams, lakes, and rivers.

Shenandoah River State Park—Front Royal

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The Camping: Located on a wooded bend of the Shenandoah River, the park has campgrounds for RVers and tent campers. The 31 site EW Campground features very large, well separated sites, all with electricity and water, good for RVs. Some sites have mountain views. The campground also sports a fine, modern bathhouse. The deeply wooded River Right Campground has 12 walk-in (or paddle-in) campsites located directly riverside. A full bathhouse is available for these fine tent spots. The park also presents three yurts for rent, as well as 4 small camping cabins. 

The Fun: The historic Shenandoah River is the heart of recreation here. Use the state park as a launch point or take out. Find a deep spot and soak yourself in the river. Use River Run Outfitters or Front Royal Outdoors to rent a boat, get a shuttle and float the Shenandoah River. Additionally, hikers and mountain bikers can trek along 24 miles of state park trails that run through the river valley and adjacent hills. Head to Cullers Overlook or take the River Trail to access the fine smallmouth bass fishing waters of the Shenandoah.

Camping Tip: Keep your cooler cold as long as possible by pre-chilling it with ice before adding ice for your camping trip. While at camp keep the cooler in the shade, out of a hot car and away from the fire. Open and close it as seldom as possible (very tough assignment with kids). Drain water from the cooler to keep food from floating.

Green Tip: Go out of your way to avoid birds and animals that are mating or taking care of their young.

North Bayshore Campground—Sandbridge

The Camping: Set on a quiet shore of tidal Ashville Bridge Creek yet close to the Atlantic Ocean and the beaches of Sandbridge, this camping resort offers over 40 waterfront campsites, plus many more sites. The scenery is quiet and natural, since the campground is mostly bordered by Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Yet almost all sites offer water, electricity and wifi. 

The Fun: Tidal creeks, big bays and the Atlantic Ocean are all nearby. Launch your boat directly from the campground and do some saltwater angling. Or tackle a fun 5 mile loop paddle using Ashville Bridge Creek, Hell’s Point Creek and Back Bay. Make the short drive to Sandbridge Beach and stroll along the Atlantic. Ride your bike along the shoreline roads of Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, then return to relax at camp.

Camping Tip: If you take a camping newbie, plan the trip with them in mind. Consider the newbie’s desires, physical abilities and lack of experience when choosing where to camp and what to do once there -- you want them to like it.

Green Tip: Be courteous to other campers and outdoor enthusiasts. After all, we are enjoying the same slice of nature together. Let’s make it better for each of us in turn. Camp etiquette goes a long way in smoothing things out when we’re roughing it.

James River State Park—Norwood

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The Camping: Your biggest challenge here will be picking the perfect campsite at one of Virginia’s newer state parks. James River State Park presents 5 distinct campgrounds! Red Oak is the most developed, with large, full hookup campsites designed with RVs in mind. Add a fine bathhouse and laundry and the big rigs are set. Three campgrounds are designed for tenters. Solitude seekers will head to Branch Pond’s seven primitive sites while water lovers will pitch their tent at the 12 walk-in riverside sites of Canoe Landing. These camps present a mix of sun and shade. The five Walnut Grove campsites are set back a little ways from the river, but still have quick water access. Horseshoe Campground offers developed water and electric sites for equestrians. 

The Fun: An onsite paddling livery, open during the warm season, rents canoes and kayaks then shuttles you up the James River, where you can float back to the state park on Class I waters. Choose your trip – 8 miles, 6 miles or 2 miles. Tubes offered for the 2 mile run. Landlubbers can tackle 22 miles of trails. My favorite is the River Trail. True to its name the path runs along the shore of the James. Some other paths were designed with mountain bikers in mind. No matter you mode of travel you can enjoy multiple loop possibilities.

Camping Tip: Take care of your gear after your camping trip: Air out your tent and sleeping bags, unroll and dry sleeping pads/mattresses, wash camp dishes/pots/utensils, empty your backpacks/daypacks, then properly store your gear after drying. It sounds like a hassle but equipment aftercare protects your camping gear for the next adventure.

Green Tip: Preserve our outdoor resources. Loving care and taxpayer money have gone into creating public campgrounds and parks. Don’t deface signs or trees. There’s no need to let passersby know you were here.

Johnny Molloy

Johnny Molloy is an outdoor writer who has penned over 85 outdoor books covering hiking, paddling, camping, bicycling covering 28 different states. Having camped out over 5,000 nights throughout the United States, he continues to explore the great outdoors and write about it.

The 10 Best Campgrounds in Virginia

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The  state of Virginia  is blessed with a splendid selection of landscapes to explore, from the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Dismal Swamp to Virginia Beach. 

Nothing makes me feel immersed in the natural beauty of these beautiful Virginia attractions quite like camping .

I love watching the light change throughout the day, the sensation of cool morning air as breakfast sizzles on the camp stove, the sound of native birds  singing among the trees .

Whether you prefer staying in a tent or RV, camping  in VA is always a memorable experience. The state has a slew of national parks and forests, not to mention 41 award-winning state parks.

It also amazing scenic routes for road trips, like the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park, as well as the Appalachian Trail .

Whether it’s the famously scenic vistas of the Shenandoah Valley or the Virginia coast, with its historic sites and beautiful beaches, your choice of great Virginia campgrounds abounds.

Read on for our in-depth guide to the best campgrounds in Virginia, including camping in the Virginia Mountains, Virginia Beach, and lots of locations in between.

It includes everything from the number of campsites and campground amenities to our suggestions for the best things to do in each area. 

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Best Campgrounds in Virginia Guide

• Big Meadows Campground
• Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
• Crabtree Falls Campground
• Jellystone Park Luray
• KOA Natural Bridge
• Peaks of Otter Campground
• Holiday Trav-L-Park
• North Landing Beach Campground
• Pocahontas State Park
• Sun Outdoors Cape Charles

READ MORE: The 10 Best Things to Do in Staunton VA

Virginia Mountain Campgrounds

1. Big Meadows Campground

Skyline Drive, Stanley VA • (540) 999-3500 •  Official Website

Big Meadows is a huge campground in Shenandoah National Park . It has over 200 campsites, as well as the Byrd Visitor Center and Big Meadows Lodge.

This campground is right on Skyline Drive, which cuts through the heart of the 196,000-acre park. The iconic drive will provide magnificent views, both in and around the popular VA campground.

Shenandoah has over 500 miles of hiking trails , including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail in VA .

Near Big Meadows, hikers can visit three waterfalls and look for lots of wildlife , including black bears, white-tail deer, and wild turkeys.

The Virginia wildflowers  you’ll find at Big Meadows are always crowd-pleasing. And the shade of the campground keeps it very comfortable, even in the heat of summer.

All campsites here are non-electric, though there are spaces suitable for RVs. This VA campground does offer conveniences such as flush toilets, showers, and dump stations.

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2. Bolar Mountain Recreation Area

756 Twin Ridge Dr, Warm Springs VA • (540) 279-4144 •  Official Website

The Bolar Mountain Recreation Area has four campgrounds , each with top-choice campsites right on the 2530-acre Lake Moomaw (the second largest impoundment in western Virginia).

Campground 1 is the best equipped for RVs, with the most electric hookups and a dump station for waste tanks. Sugar Ridge only has non-electric sites.

Bolar Mountain is a small, but special part of the 1.8-million acre George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.

This recreation area mostly centers around water-based activities, including swimming, fishing, kayaking , boating, and water skiing . There’s even a marina and modern boat dock.

Bolar Mountain Recreation Area also has 11 miles of trails for hiking to two spectacular lookout points, Islands Overlook Spur and Grouse Point Overlook .

Campground amenities include electric/water/sewer hookups, flush toilets, potable water, and showers. All campsites also have picnic tables, drinking water, fire pits, and lantern posts.

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3. Crabtree Falls Campground

11039 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro VA • (540) 377-2066 •  Official Website

Crabtree Falls is close enough to be considered a campground near Waynesboro VA , and it’s one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. Long story short, it’s a can’t-miss spot for your Virginia vacation. 

The falls consist of five large cascades stitched together by numerous smaller ones. All together, they total a 1200-foot drop in elevation.

Naturally, Crabtree Falls Campground is very close to the waterfalls, as well as Spy Rock. The latter offers an amazing 360º view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway .

The small campground has options for walk-in tent camping, including waterfront sites. There are also a handful of RV and pop-up sites with water and electric hookups, plus four cabins to rent .

Campers have access to a playground, a bathhouse, and a store. This is a great place to stop when cruising the Parkway, looking for a quiet spot to camp, and wanting to see some crazy cool waterfalls .

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4. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Luray

2250 US 211 East, Luray VA • (540) 300-1697 •  Official Website

The award-winning Jellystone Park Luray may not be the ideal place for peace-loving campers.

But for families seeking excitement for the kids, Jellystone takes camping into full-on vacation resort mode.

This campground has a full-sized waterpark, swimming pools, mini golf, jumping pillows, a playground, an arcade, an outdoor movie theater, and more. In short, it’s a wild family campground near Luray VA.

Tent sites, RV sites, and cabins are all available for rent, as well as large lodges for bigger groups. All the extras and added amenities are possible at Jellystone.

Fun things to do nearby include visiting Shenandoah National Park, Luray Caverns, the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum, and more (including some great  Virginia Wineries for the grown-ups).

But the kids will undoubtedly be keen just to hang around the campground, which offers limitless fun.

READ MORE: The 10 Best Things to Do in Luray VA

5. KOA Natural Bridge-Lexington

214 Killdeer Ln, Natural Bridge VA • (540) 291-2770 •  Official Website

KOA Natural Bridge-Lexington is one of only a couple of campgrounds near Natural Bridge VA. It sits right in the Shenandoah Valley, between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountain ranges.

KOA Natural Bridge is close enough to be considered a campground near Roanoke VA  (just 45 minutes away), and it’s 10 miles south of historic Lexington VA.

So it’s perfect for those who are interested in exploring all the   fun things to do in Lexington and Natural Bridge .

This popular Virginia campground is really set up for family entertainment with a game room, playground, activities pavilion, swimming pool, and other recreational opportunities.

It also offers some of the convenient comforts that families need, such as laundry rooms, cable TV, and quick access to restaurants , movie theaters, and more. It’s a great option for keeping everyone content.

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6. Peaks of Otter Campground

Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 85.9, Bedford VA • (540) 586-7321 •  Official Website

One of the most beloved stops on the Virginia stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway , Peaks of Otter is surrounded by three stunning mountains and a 24-acre lake.

Top activities around Peaks of Otter include hiking to the summits of Sharp Top, Flat Top, and Harkening Hill, fishing, and looking for wildlife (including black bears and the beautiful birds of Virginia ).

Despite having 139 campsites, the amenities at this VA campground are very basic. There are flush toilets, drinking water, and dump stations, but no showers or hot water.

Each campsite has a picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring with a grill, but no electric sites are available.

This is the perfect campground for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, and don’t mind “roughing it” a bit.

But it’s close enough for people looking for camping near Roanoke VA . It’s right on the Blue Ridge Parkway , within walking distance of the historic Johnson Farm and the Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant.

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Campgrounds near Virginia Beach & the Coast

7. Holiday Trav-L-Park

1075 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach VA • (866) 849-8860 •  Official Website

Set up to please every member of the family, the Holiday Trav-L-Park in Virginia Beach has a little something for any camper to enjoy.

One of the most popular campgrounds near Virginia Beach, the park has a café, convenience store, and WiFi available throughout the property.

There is also a beach trolley and a bike path visitors can take to the beach, as well as a parking lot reserved exclusively for Trav-L-Park guests. 

The amenities here are first class, including a large laundromat, 8 comfort stations (toilets, showers, sinks), and four swimming pools for days when the beach seems too far away.

Holiday Trav-L-Park has campsites ranging from RV spots with electric, water, sewer, and cable hookups to basic well-shaded tent sites.

Cabins with or without AC and heating are also available for rent.

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8. North Landing Beach Campground

161 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach VA • (757) 426-6241 •  Official Website

One of the best Virginia Beach campgrounds , North Landing Beach Campground has all the extras required to be a full-service vacation destination for families and couples.

North Landing has 150 RV sites and 63 cottages for rent, and all campers get to use their 1200 feet of private beach for easy access to sun and surf.

The  resort campground also offers a spa, mini golf, outdoor games, two playgrounds, and watercraft rentals. There’s also a boat ramp, swimming pool, and fishing.

Their campground amenities cover all the basics—dump station, launderettes, private bath suites with showers. Plus extras like an ice cream/pizza parlor, adults-only pool hall and fitness center, and free WiFi and cable for all.

It’s certainly not the rustic camping of our Boy/Girl Scout memories, but it is a special way to do vacation camping!

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9. Pocahontas State Park

10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield VA • (804) 796-4255 •  Official Website

Virginia State Parks camping is phenomenal all over the state, but Pocahontas State Park is arguably one of the very best Virginia campgrounds.

This park has over 90 miles of hiking trails , most of which are multi-use, including 33 miles open to horseback riders  and 44 miles open to mountain bikers.

Pocahontas State Park also has an Aquatic Recreation Center with swimming, slides, and leisure pools. Swift Creek and Beaver lakes are there for fishing and boating.

Accommodation options include cabins and lodges for luxurious stays, as well as yurts and camping cabins for roughing it without tents. All campsites have water and electric hookups, grills, picnic tables, and lantern posts.

This is a great spot for camping near Richmond VA, and provides quick access to Petersburg, Brandywine Farms , and Ironbridge Sports Complex as well.

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10. Sun Outdoors Cape Charles

1511 Townfield Dr, Cape Charles VA • (757) 331-3063 •  Official Website

Formerly known as Cherrystone Campground VA, Sun Outdoors Cape Charles is one of the plushest campgrounds in VA, offering Virginia camping with all the creature comforts.

The property has 5 swimming pools, 4 fishing piers, boat rentals, and charter fishing.

Kids have access to a wet zone and jumping pillows, as well as 18 holes of mini golf. A general store and the Little Neck Café make staying refreshed a breeze.

One of the primo RV parks in Virginia , Sun Outdoors offers full hookup sites, with 30AMP and 50AMP options as well as premium upgrades available. 

In addition to all the family entertainment, Sun Outdoors also has 300 acres of natural waterfront for taking time to enjoy magical sunsets and an array of wildlife.   –by Jonathon Engels; featured image via Canva

We encourage anyone who loves the Blue Ridge region to learn about the  Leave No Trace   principles of responsible environmental stewardship. 

Stay on marked trails, take only pictures, pack out your trash, and be considerate of others who share the trails and parks you explore. 

Remember that waterfalls and rocky summits can be dangerous. Never try to climb waterfalls or get close to a ledge to get a selfie.

When you're exploring the wilderness, it's better to be safe than to be a statistic!

Jonathon Engels

After visiting North Carolina for the first time, Senior Writer Jonathon Engels and wife Emma spent 2 years exploring Western NC in search of a homestead property. They first lived in Brevard, where Jonathon taught writing at Blue Ridge Community College and extensively explored the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest. For the last several years they have lived just off the BRP near Elkin, Southwest Virginia, and the NC High Country. The couple also volunteers with the Surry Old Time Fiddlers Convention, the Elkin Valley Trail Association, and Reeves Downtown School of Music.

10 Best Road Trips in Virginia

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A patchwork of scenic natural beauty and abundant cultural and historic sites, Virginia offers many outstanding opportunities to enjoy a road trip or scenic driving tour. In addition to five designated National Scenic Byways, there are several themed heritage and history trails to explore with a day trip, weekend getaway, or full vacation road trip itinerary. Few states in the U.S. can compare to Virginia when it comes to mixing breathtaking landscapes with early American history.

The Blue Ridge Parkway

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Designed as a recreational motor road connecting Shenandoah National Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway is a designated "All-American Road," the highest distinction that is given by the Department of Transportation—meaning the road is unique in the country and is a tourist destination in itself. Following the high crests of the central and southern Appalachian Mountains for 469 miles in Virginia and North Carolina, the Parkway is the most visited unit of the National Park System.

The Virginia portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway is 217 miles long and much of it travels through the George Washington and Jefferson national forests. Popular places to stop in Virginia include a recreated mountain farm near Humpback Rocks, James River, Peaks of Otter, Rocky Knob Mabry Mill (the most photographed Blue Ridge Parkway site), and the Blue Ridge Music Center.

Skyline Drive

Skyline Drive follows a north-south route along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains for 105 miles through Shenandoah National Park and is the only public roadway through the park. One of the country's most picturesque drives, Skyline Drive features 75 overlooks with scenic vistas of the Shenandoah Valley to the west or the gently rolling hills of the Virginia Piedmont to the east.

Travel along Skyline Drive is leisurely with a speed limit of just 35 miles per hour, taking about three hours of driving time from beginning to end in good conditions. Although Shenandoah National Park is open year-round, portions of Skyline Drive sometimes may need to be closed because of inclement weather. There are four entrances to Shenandoah National Park, including​ Front Royal near Routes 66 and 340, Thornton Gap at Route 211, Swift Run Gap at Route 33, and Rockfish Gap at Routes 64 and 250. The Rockfish Gap entrance is also the northern entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

The Colonial Parkway

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While only 23 miles long, the Colonial Parkway spans 174 years in terms of colonial history by connecting the historic sites of Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, and Yorktown, known as America's Historic Triangle . The Parkway is part of Colonial National Historical Park, a multifaceted unit of the National Park Service.

With a speed limit of 45 miles per hour, total travel time to drive the Colonial Parkway is about 50 minutes; however, most visitors will want to spend a day or longer exploring the interesting archeological sites, living history attractions, monuments, and battlefields that this fascinating historic area offers. Other popular things to do include guided tours, hiking and biking, nature watching, shopping, dining, and more.

George Washington Memorial Parkway

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Located primarily in Northern Virginia, the George Washington Memorial Parkway winds along a route that follows the picturesque Potomac River from Mount Vernon at the southern terminus northward to Great Falls, Virginia. Carefully planned and designed as a grand gateway to the nation’s capital, the road passes directly by Washington, D.C. This landscaped parkway connects a number of naturally and historically significant sites, including many of the country's most iconic monuments and memorials.

Just a few highlights to explore and enjoy along and near the George Washington Memorial Parkway include Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens , Historic Old Town Alexandria, The National Mall in Washington, D.C. , Arlington National Cemetery and Arlington House, and the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial . In addition, there are several scenic parks, walking and biking trails, and wildlife preserves. The entire length of the parkway is only 25 miles, but considering all of the places to stop along the way, you could easily spend a couple of days in the area, or more if your itinerary includes Washington, D.C.

Keep in mind that the George Washington Memorial Parkway is a major commuter route in and out of Washington, D.C. Weekday rush hour traffic is very heavy and should be avoided when planning your road trip itinerary. The worst of the rush hour usually lasts in the morning from about 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and in the afternoon from about 3 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Scenic Byway

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Designated a National Scenic Byway in 2009, the Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Scenic Byway extends 180 miles through the states of Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania in a zone known as the Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area. The entire region is famous for its countless historic sites and the route is essential for anyone with a serious interest in American history. You'll pass through battlefields from the Revolutionary, French-Indian, 1812, and Civil wars; over 50 historic villages; important stops on the Underground Railroad; nine presidential homes; and more.

The route starts in Charleston, Virginia, at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and continues north to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . To drive straight through takes about three and a half hours, not including time to stop at the numerous places along the way. Plan out which places you must see before embarking, because stopping at them all would take you weeks.

The Crooked Road Music Heritage Trail

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Celebrating and preserving the heritage of authentic mountain music, The Crooked Road is Virginia's Music Heritage Trail. Meander along the winding roads through 10 counties in southwestern Virginia's Appalachian region while exploring the roots and traditions of old-time mountain music. Enjoy country music jams on the porches of local shops and restaurants, browse the workshops of luthiers and fiddle makers, and experience the unique culture and heritage of the region.

For a brief Crooked Road sampling, several sites are located near the Blue Ridge Parkway, making this a convenient and unique Blue Ridge Parkway side trip. Or, plan an in-depth experience to visit many sites along the approximately 300-mile trail during a weekend or longer driving tour. It winds through Southwest Virginia, starting in Franklin County and continuing along the southern border until wrapping back up toward Dickenson County.

Virginia Wine Trails

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Home to six American Viticultural Areas (or AVAs) and over 200 wineries, Virginia's many wine trails offer an array of options for a memorable driving tour. Wine trails are located in every region of the Commonwealth, from the Eastern Shore to the western mountains, near charming towns, historic sites and attractions, and scenic vistas. You just have to choose which area stands out most to you.

Although wine trails may be explored all year long, the month of October— designated as Virginia Wine Month—is one of the best times of the year to plan a Virginia wine trails road trip. In celebration of Wine Month, there are many unique wine experiences, wine festivals, winery tours, and travel packages planned across the state throughout the entire month. The number of options is dizzying, so choose an area to focus on and then look into that zone's top wineries .

Virginia Civil War Trails

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As home to the former capital of the Confederacy and the sites of the first and final major battles of the American Civil War, Virginia has a significant number of key Civil War sites . The Virginia Civil War Trails program consists of five interconnected campaign driving tours across the state, featuring hundreds of landmarks and significant places that are available to visit. Trail routes and stops are marked with interpretive markers and informational trailblazing signs.

The routes are organized by historical events rather than geography, so you can choose to follow the progression of the Peninsula Campaign or General Lee's Retreat, for example. Guides are available to download for free, so you can meticulously follow the route you choose and have all of the information you need at your fingertips.

Eastern Shore of Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel

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The Virginia portion of the Delmarva Peninsula stretches leisurely along Route 13 from Chincoteague in the northern section to Cape Charles at the southern end, near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Visit the famous wild horses of Chincoteague and Assateague , explore quaint coastal villages, enjoy fresh local seafood, and visit a few wineries.

If time permits, plan to include an overnight visit to Tangier Island for a uniquely Virginia experience. The famous 17.5-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel is well worth a drive across at the start or end of your Eastern Shore road trip.

James River Plantations

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Virginia State Route 5, which connects Richmond and Williamsburg, provides a glimpse of yesteryear as it winds along the scenic banks of the James River past several gracious and storied historic plantations, known collectively as the James River Plantations.

Having survived three wars, these preserved James River manor houses and plantations recall the sophisticated lifestyle of wealthy Virginia gentleman farmers. Each home is privately owned and sets its own operating hours and admission prices, so check individual webpages to confirm visiting information before you head out.

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12 Best RV Parks in Virginia (RV Campgrounds for Lovers)

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We all know Virginia is for lovers, but did you know it is also an epic RV camping destination? Virginia offers a wide variety of destinations, including beach towns, mountain-side retreats and quiet country campgrounds. Below is our list of the 12 best RV parks in Virginia.

• 1.1 Chesapeake Bay RV Resort
• 1.2 Grey’s Point Camp
• 1.3 North Landing Beach RV Park
• 1.4 Tall Pines Harbor Campground
• 2.1 Candy Hill Campground
• 2.2 Philpott Marina Group Campground
• 2.3 Rudd’s Creek Campground
• 2.4 Small Country Campground
• 3.1 Douthat State Park
• 3.2 Grayson Highlands State Park
• 3.3 Natural Tunnel State Park
• 3.4 Occoneechee State Park
• 4 Log your RV Park Stays

Best RV Parks in Virginia near the Beach

Chesapeake bay rv resort.

Location: Gloucester

Chesapeake Bay RV Resort is a 280-acre waterfront campground set along the banks of the beautiful Piankatank River, which flows directly to Chesapeake Bay. Piankatank River is perfect for boating, water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, crabbing and fishing.

Excellent saltwater and freshwater fishing spots can be found within a quarter-mile boat ride from the resort. You’ll also find plenty of activity off the water.

The resort features amenities, including a swimming pool, whirlpool hot tub, pickleball courts, dog park, playground, volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, a game room and biking and hiking trails. 

This RV resort has hundreds of full hookup RV campsites, as well as tent sites and rental cabins. As part of the Thousand Trails RV campground network, Chesapeake Bay RV Resort offers free nightly camping to club members.

Read our complete guide to Thousand Trails to learn about benefits, membership options and the best way to purchase a membership.

Grey’s Point Camp

Location: Topping

Another Thousand Trails campground, located near the Virginia coast, Grey’s Point Camp is one of the best RV parks in Virginia for a family vacation. Kids will particularly enjoy the sprawling water park with two twisting slides, splash zone and multiple swimming pools.

Families can also enjoy the riverfront location by renting a canoe or kayak at the campground or swimming from the on-site beach. Campers also have access to a private ramp to launch their own boats.

The large RV park has a variety of pull-thru and back-in RV sites with full hookups. During seasons when it is not warm enough to swim, the park also offers many land-based activities.

A beautiful sundeck over the river provides the perfect spot to have a picnic lunch or unwind with a glass of wine. Basketball courts, a playground, horseshoe pits and an outdoor fitness trail are all available for guests to enjoy.

North Landing Beach RV Park

Location: Virginia Beach

Situated on the border of the Mackey Island National Wildlife Refuge, North Landing Beach RV Park offers direct access to a 1,200-foot-long, private, sandy river beach. The location makes the resort a top destination for a variety water activities.

Campers can launch small boats and access the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway through nearby inlets. The parks also offers kayaks, canoes and paddle boards for rent. Additionally, the riverfront campground also offers, swimming, fishing, crabbing and birdwatching.

The large campground offers a variety of pull-thru and back-in sites. All RV sites have full hookups. The many land-based activities and amenities include mini golf, a batting cage, volleyball, weekend movie nights, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, propane refills, firewood delivery and an on-site ice cream and pizza parlor.

Outside of the RV park, travelers should check out the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, the Ocean Breeze Water Park and the Military Aviation Museum.

Tall Pines Harbor Campground

Location: Temperanceville

Tall Pines Harbor Campground , which sits just outside of the town of Saxis Island, features waterfront camping on Virginia’s eastern shore. Located just minutes from Chincoteague Island, the campground is nestled among the tall pines and the perfect place to park your camper or RV.

There are plenty of water activities to keep families entertained all summer. A swimming pool and splash park are great for younger kids. Older kids and adults will enjoy the campground’s water trikes and kayak rentals. On land, campers also have access to a playground, jump pad, shaded picnic pavilion and a snack bar.

Tall Pines offers a variety of RV sites, including long pull-thru sites and premium waterfront sites that back-up right onto the Pocomoke Sound. Most campsites have full hookups and they also offer cable TV and free Wi-Fi.

For extra family fun, the campground often hosts themed weekends featuring unique events, such as chili cook-offs, Paint-n-Sip parties, Cowboy Up weekend, Luaus, clam feasts and so much more.

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Candy hill campground.

Location: Winchester

Candy Hill Campground is located in Winchester, a charming historic city in the Shenandoah Valley. The RV park offers a lush green setting with plenty of shade trees.

On-site amenities include rental bikes and golf carts, an off-leash dog run, a swimming pool, horseshoes, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball and an indoor game room. Other fun activities for families include two playgrounds, a mining sluice and a miniature golf course.

They even have trolley bus trips to take campers on tours, to visit farm markets and out for ice cream!

Candy Hill Campground offers 88 landscaped and level sites for RVs, and 78 of the sites have full hookups. RVers also have access to Wi-Fi and cable TV at their sites. Their luxury sites also come equipped with a concrete pad and patio, outdoor furniture, fire pit and a gas grill.

Golfers are often drawn to the campground because it is located next door to the beautiful Rock Harbor Golf Course. Rock Harbor offers two courses, and is known for its boulders, lakes, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

See our list of 10 tee-rific campgrounds for more RV parks with gold courses.

Philpott Marina Group Campground

Location: Bassett

The Philpott Marina and Group Campground is located in VA on beautiful Philpott Lake. Nestled among the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, Philpott Lake is a scenic wonderland. The lake covers 3,000 acres with 100 miles of shore.

Visitors to the lake will be amazed at the natural beauty of the area. Recreational opportunities around the lake include boating, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing and wildlife observation. 

The campground is small with only 10 full hookup RV campsites. This is the only group campground located on Philpott Lake that can be rented on a nightly basis.

In addition to the great location, Philpott Marina Campground also offers picnic shelters, tables, fire rings and a bathhouse facility. Off the lake, nearby attractions include Hamlet Vineyards, Martinsville Speedway and the Virginia Museum of Natural History.

Rudd’s Creek Campground

Location: Boydton

Rudd’s Creek Campground , located near the North Carolina border, is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE). The great thing about COE campgrounds is that they are all located on the water.

In this case, the body of water is the John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded shoreline of the Roanoke River. Campers can even reserve waterfront sites and park their boats right on the shoreline behind them.  Click here to learn more about COE campgrounds.

Rudd’s offers spacious, wooded sites with plenty of room and trees between neighbors. There’s no awning to awning camping here. The campsites have power and water, and the campground has numerous bathhouses and a two lane dump station near the entrance.

Other amenities include a designated swimming area, several playgrounds, an outdoor amphitheater and three boat ramps. In addition to the location and amenities, Julie of Chickery’s Travels  recommends Rudd’s Creek for the price: “There aren’t too many places you can camp in spacious waterfront sites for only $28 a night.”

Small Country Campground

Location: Louisa

Perfect for a tucked-away getaway, Small Country Campground is an 150-acre park situated in Central Virginia’s beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The campground is located between Richmond and Charlottesville (less than a 1-hour drive to either city) and is close to some incredible Virginia activities, including river tubing on the James River, apple and peach picking, Monticello, Montpelier, King’s Dominion amusement park, farm tours and several wineries, breweries, and distilleries.

The park offers 200 campsites ranging from primitive tent sites to large full hookup sites with DirecTV connections. Countless memories are waiting to be made at their 25-acre private lake, which offers opportunities for swimming, kayaking and fishing.

Other on-site amenities include a convenience camp store, free Wi-Fi, a dog park, a snack shack serving pizza, wings, and hand-dipped ice cream, jumping pillow, mini-golf course, hiking trail, swimming pool, cornhole boards, sports courts and playgrounds.

There’s plenty to do for those with tons of energy, but it is also a great spot for those that would rather put up a hammock and just relax in the outdoors.

Best Virginia State Park RV Campgrounds

Douthat state park.

Location: Millboro

Located amid some of Virginia’s most breathtaking mountain scenery, visitors to Douthat State Park enjoy stream fishing, a 50-acre lake stocked with trout, a sandy swimming beach with a snack bar, boat rentals and more than 43 miles of hiking, mountain biking and bridle trails.

Plus, there are playgrounds, an amphitheater, picnic areas and, of course, camping.

Within Douthat State Park, there are four campground loops with RV sites. All RV campsites have water and electric hookups and several dump stations are available to campers. The Lakeside campground is closest to the water and has some sites with lake access or lake views.

Grayson Highlands State Park

Location: Mouth of Wilson

Near Mount Rogers and Whitetop Mountain, Virginia’s two highest mountains, Grayson Highlands State Park offers scenic views of alpine-like peaks more than 5,000 feet high. The park has several hiking trails leading to waterfalls and overlooks.

Hikers may also encounter the local herd of wild ponies who were released into the park to help control the growth of brush along the balds.

The campground at Grayson Highlands has primitive campsites and RV sites with water and electric hookups. There are also stable area campsites for RVers who are traveling with horses.

Standard RV sites come equipped with picnic tables and fire pits, and bathhouses and a dump station are available for campers.

Natural Tunnel State Park

Location: Duffield

Natural Tunnel State Park was named for its main feature, a tunnel more 850 feet long and 10 stories high that was naturally carved through a limestone ridge over thousands of years.

Other scenic features include a wide chasm between steep stone walls surrounded by several pinnacles, or chimneys. The park also has some unique man-made features, including a swimming pool with a 100-foot slide and a chairlift to the tunnel floor.

The park has two campgrounds, Cove View Campground and Lover’s Leap Campground. All campsites have electricity and water hookups for RVs. Each site also includes a campfire ring, grill and picnic table.

A free pool pass is included with each night of a camper’s reservation. Lover’s Leap campground also has a volleyball net and horseshoe pits.

Occoneechee State Park

Location: Clarksville

Last but not least on our list of the best RV parks in Virginia is Occoneechee State Park . Named for Native Americans who lived in the area for hundreds of years, Occoneechee is on the John H. Kerr Reservoir, better known as Buggs Island Lake.

Providing 24-hour access to the lake (Virginia’s largest), three boat ramps open the door to 48,000 acres of fishing, boating and aquatic recreation. The park also has 20 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

The visitor center and museum introduce visitors to Native American history and the indigenous Occoneechee people.

Occoneechee has multiple campgrounds that offer RV camping. Campground C offers the most desirable campsites with a waterfront location and water and electric hookups.

However, Campground C can only accommodate RVs up to 30 feet-long, while Campground B has space for RVs up to 35 feet. The campgrounds all have bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets.

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Virginia is a beautiful RV camping destination with a variety of scenery available. Which of these best RV parks in Virginia is at the top of your camping bucket list? Share your pick in the comments section below.

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Christina Pate is a seasoned full-time RVer who, along with her husband Justin, has journeyed across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Drawing from her extensive travels, RV repairs and RV renovations, she founded Travels with Ted to guide and inspire fellow RV enthusiasts. Christina is also the co-author of The Owner’s Guide to RV Maintenance and the creator of My RV Log Book .

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If you want an honest, upfront and reliable dealership look no further. I can't say enough good things about the crew at Road Trip Camping. No crazy sales tactics no selling you crap you don't need. Just honest to the point help. They have a loyal customer base which of which I am happy to be a part of. I would rather drive 5 hours and past multiple other RV dealers to see the Road Trip Camping crew. It's hard to put my finger on exactly what it is. But I think honest sums it up. I was comfortable giving the a 5k check based on a hand shake agreement

Great service! Extremely friendly staff! They did a great job on a warranty issue and some additions I wanted to make to our RV. Many different choices on their lot for small, camping RVs. Worth the drive if your on the east coast.

We brought our pop-up here to be fixed. Unfortunately, the next time we went to use the camper, there was some minor damage that wasn't there when we dropped the camper off. Since it was a Sunday, I sent a message via Road Trip's website. Warren responded quickly, took responsibility and offered to fix the problem free of charge. They truly have been great to work with. Normally, I would remove a star (or maybe even two or three) for the damage to the camper; however, in today's society, where service people often give excuses or refuse to take responsibility, Road Trip's response was a breath of fresh air. Hey - we all make mistakes, but when we do the RIGHT thing to do is take responsibility and fix the problem. That's just what they did!

The high reviews Road Trip Camping get are well deserved. Warren is friendly, professional and above all honest. After I set up a service appointment he called me back to inform me of cold weather and make sure my trailer would be protected. I was away on a trip when it was being worked on but he sent me detailed emails on exactly what was being done and when it would be ready. I am fairly new to the RV world but he was patient and took the time to explain exactly what was done and answered all my questions about how things work. He made a suggestion on a future service and gave me his opinion on what I should pay and what to ask for. His tech Mike was great as well. He found an issue with the hitch when getting it hooked up to the truck and they spent extra time at no cost to get it worked out. If you want great service Road Trip Camping is worth it even if you have to drive farther. Brooke

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Nov 22, 2017

Brooke, what good is all this RV knowledge if I don't share it with those who are new to our world? I always want to be sure you're comfortable and confident in the work we've done, so I'm happy to explain the steps and answer any questions you have. Thanks for giving Mike a shout out, as he does a lot of the work behind the scenes. We all appreciate your support and look forward to helping you out in the future. Safe travels, Warren L. Keely, Owner

Purchased a small pop up from these folks about a month ago. The customer service was amazing. Being a first time camper I asked so many questions I was afraid they would get annoyed, and was able to ask these by email which was huge for me. (I dont have a lot of time to call around so anytime email can be used I am a huge fan) The price was well below other places and well worth the drive. Warren took time to go over the process and walk through the unit, even mailed me an accessory that was not in the camper to ensure I had everything I needed. Warren really made me feel like my lil pop up was as important a purchase experience as if I had purchased a huge RV.

I bought a 2000 Newmar in South Carolina On December 31,2015 I called The office number Warren Keely the owner answered the call ,answered my questions And told me David Tillman would be calling me It was only then I found out Warren was on vacation! David called me back quickly There is not enough space to tell all the wonderful things David has done for me Danielle (David's wife) works in the office She is so very kind and out going GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL SERVICE YOU HAVE PROVIDED ME

I was looking for a very specific little camper, a InTech Explore. An online search lead me to Road Trip Camping in Virginia. I contacted Warren via email (several times) and he answered all my questions and made me feel secure making a "sight unseen" purchase from 500 miles away. I requested pictures from the roof and other areas and Warren gladly obliged. Once we agreed on terms, I drove from central Kentucky where the transaction was completed very smoothly. Warren (and Mike) were most professional and I'd highly recommend Road Trip Camping to any one.

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Highly recommend Road Trip Camping. The owner, Warren, has been great thru my whole purchase process. We purchased an InTech Max Flyer XLT. If you are looking for a small trailer in the mid-Atlantic region consider Road Trip Camping. Though there is a dealer 45 minutes from us Road Trip is 2:45 minutes away. Warren made the additional 2 hours worth it.

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I'm honored and thankful we've made your visits worth the drive, Patrick. It's my pleasure to answer any questions throughout the purchasing process to ensure you're 100 percent satisfied. I appreciate the recommendation and look forward to seeing you again soon. Sincerely, Warren L. Keely, Owner

I would highly recommend this company for my RV rental (or purchase). When we began our RV search, we decided to look at several brands early in the decision process so that we could identify what would work best for our family. Road Trip Rentals is a new dealer for Livin' Lite, a brand we were quite interested in. One quick call and we were welcomed to stop by to see the model on the lot (even though it was almost dinner time). The owner took so much time out of his evening to not only show us the camper brand that interested us, but other brands as well to compare. As an experienced camper himself, he was able to point out differences of each so we could see what would and wouldn't work for us. He was extremely knowledgeable, and took time to explain everything clearly to a family who is totally new to the RV world. Based on our experience, I would not hesitate a second to recommend this company! I believe the level of service (and support throughout your trip) will be a huge asset in choosing this company over another rental place. And when we are ready to buy that large RV, we will return to Road Trip Rentals!

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