River, stream, or creek camping near Virginia Beach

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Amazing Sunsets on Blackwater Creek

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Cardinal, VA

30 acres of awesomeness on Blackwater Creek, Mobjack Bay, Chesapeake Bay. A long fern lined drive brings you to the edge of the water. We have established campsites along the waterfront each having a fire ring and picnic table. There is a camper supply shed with camper tools, bug spray, fresh water, games, etc. There is a pier for our guests to use to swim, fish or boat from. We have a toilet onsite for our guests. There is also a two-seat top ride kayak for rent. There is a nature trail to enjoy the local flora and fauna. Bring your binoculars to birdwatch. We have ospreys, eagles, hawks, herons, etc. We are a short drive from Mathews which has a Food Lion, gas stations, restaurants, Saturday markets, etc.

Blackwater Birds and Bees

6 sites · Lodging, Tents101 acres · Zuni, VA

Come visit the farm and stay with us! We have primitive tent camping and a cozy little cabin. Blackwater Birds and Bees is a developing farm that started in 2016. If you're looking for privacy, you won't find a better place in Southeastern Virginia. It's over 100 acres on the Blackwater River with access to over 2 miles of waterfront without leaving the property. The river is much like a cypress swamp with large channels running through the middle and it creates a perfect environment for all kinds of spectacular wildlife. We have kayaks and canoes available for campers to use for free and a Jon boat with trolling motor available for rent. Fishing is permitted in our large pond and on the river. The farm currently features an apiary, vegetable garden, blueberry bushes, and animals including ducks, chickens, geese, and goats. The cabin features a full-size bed complete with linens/bedding as well as a sleeping loft for 2 additional guests. While the cabin does not have electricity or plumbing, it does have battery operated lights and an outhouse with flush toilet on site for the convenience of cabin guests. We have a farm shop stocked with local products, camping essentials, fishing gear, and much more! *Site #4 is about 75 yards into the woods away from the parking space.* Check us out on Instagram @blackwater_birds_and_bees

Recreation at the Canal!

1 site · RV, TentChesapeake, VA

6 Acres of private land located along the beautiful Dismal Swamp State Park Inter-coastal Canal trail!

Country Living at Its Best!

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents46 acres · Suffolk, VA

This 46-acre horse ranch is located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk. We are off of Highway 13, five miles from North Carolina state line. The 46 acres include 15 acres of pasture that host horse and sheep, and 31 acres of surrounding woods for hiking, camping, horseback riding and ATVs. A unique wildlife swamp borders the rear of the property.Learn more about this land:Enjoy country tranquility on this 46-acre horse ranch! 15 acres of pasture host horses and sheep. 31 additional acres available for camping, hiking, ATVs, and hunting. Unique wildlife swamp borders the property. Great star gazing!Located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk, off of Highway 13 and 5 miles from North Carolina state line.

Scarlett’s Waterfront

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Hertford, NC

Hello, this property is located right on the water in beautiful downtown Hertford ! There is a local bar the “Taphouse” walking distance from our property, coffee shop, Bakery, Pharmacy where they sell amazing ice cream, local park with slides and swings in walking distance, antique store, and this property is right beside a beautiful fishing pier that has access to kayacks that you can rent. We are pet friendly so we would be happy if you bring your pets they will love the area to! This is the best spot in town, We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

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Blackwater Birds and Bees

6 sites · Lodging, Tents101 acres · Zuni, VA

Come visit the farm and stay with us! We have primitive tent camping and a cozy little cabin. Blackwater Birds and Bees is a developing farm that started in 2016. If you're looking for privacy, you won't find a better place in Southeastern Virginia. It's over 100 acres on the Blackwater River with access to over 2 miles of waterfront without leaving the property. The river is much like a cypress swamp with large channels running through the middle and it creates a perfect environment for all kinds of spectacular wildlife. We have kayaks and canoes available for campers to use for free and a Jon boat with trolling motor available for rent. Fishing is permitted in our large pond and on the river. The farm currently features an apiary, vegetable garden, blueberry bushes, and animals including ducks, chickens, geese, and goats. The cabin features a full-size bed complete with linens/bedding as well as a sleeping loft for 2 additional guests. While the cabin does not have electricity or plumbing, it does have battery operated lights and an outhouse with flush toilet on site for the convenience of cabin guests. We have a farm shop stocked with local products, camping essentials, fishing gear, and much more! *Site #4 is about 75 yards into the woods away from the parking space.* Check us out on Instagram @blackwater_birds_and_bees

Amazing Sunsets on Blackwater Creek

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Cardinal, VA

30 acres of awesomeness on Blackwater Creek, Mobjack Bay, Chesapeake Bay. A long fern lined drive brings you to the edge of the water. We have established campsites along the waterfront each having a fire ring and picnic table. There is a camper supply shed with camper tools, bug spray, fresh water, games, etc. There is a pier for our guests to use to swim, fish or boat from. We have a toilet onsite for our guests. There is also a two-seat top ride kayak for rent. There is a nature trail to enjoy the local flora and fauna. Bring your binoculars to birdwatch. We have ospreys, eagles, hawks, herons, etc. We are a short drive from Mathews which has a Food Lion, gas stations, restaurants, Saturday markets, etc.

Scarlett’s Waterfront

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Hertford, NC

Hello, this property is located right on the water in beautiful downtown Hertford ! There is a local bar the “Taphouse” walking distance from our property, coffee shop, Bakery, Pharmacy where they sell amazing ice cream, local park with slides and swings in walking distance, antique store, and this property is right beside a beautiful fishing pier that has access to kayacks that you can rent. We are pet friendly so we would be happy if you bring your pets they will love the area to! This is the best spot in town, We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Country Living at Its Best!

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents46 acres · Suffolk, VA

This 46-acre horse ranch is located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk. We are off of Highway 13, five miles from North Carolina state line. The 46 acres include 15 acres of pasture that host horse and sheep, and 31 acres of surrounding woods for hiking, camping, horseback riding and ATVs. A unique wildlife swamp borders the rear of the property.Learn more about this land:Enjoy country tranquility on this 46-acre horse ranch! 15 acres of pasture host horses and sheep. 31 additional acres available for camping, hiking, ATVs, and hunting. Unique wildlife swamp borders the property. Great star gazing!Located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk, off of Highway 13 and 5 miles from North Carolina state line.

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Recreation at the Canal!

1 site · RV, TentChesapeake, VA

6 Acres of private land located along the beautiful Dismal Swamp State Park Inter-coastal Canal trail!

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Amazing Sunsets on Blackwater Creek

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Cardinal, VA

30 acres of awesomeness on Blackwater Creek, Mobjack Bay, Chesapeake Bay. A long fern lined drive brings you to the edge of the water. We have established campsites along the waterfront each having a fire ring and picnic table. There is a camper supply shed with camper tools, bug spray, fresh water, games, etc. There is a pier for our guests to use to swim, fish or boat from. We have a toilet onsite for our guests. There is also a two-seat top ride kayak for rent. There is a nature trail to enjoy the local flora and fauna. Bring your binoculars to birdwatch. We have ospreys, eagles, hawks, herons, etc. We are a short drive from Mathews which has a Food Lion, gas stations, restaurants, Saturday markets, etc.

Scarlett’s Waterfront

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Hertford, NC

Hello, this property is located right on the water in beautiful downtown Hertford ! There is a local bar the “Taphouse” walking distance from our property, coffee shop, Bakery, Pharmacy where they sell amazing ice cream, local park with slides and swings in walking distance, antique store, and this property is right beside a beautiful fishing pier that has access to kayacks that you can rent. We are pet friendly so we would be happy if you bring your pets they will love the area to! This is the best spot in town, We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Blackwater Birds and Bees

6 sites · Lodging, Tents101 acres · Zuni, VA

Come visit the farm and stay with us! We have primitive tent camping and a cozy little cabin. Blackwater Birds and Bees is a developing farm that started in 2016. If you're looking for privacy, you won't find a better place in Southeastern Virginia. It's over 100 acres on the Blackwater River with access to over 2 miles of waterfront without leaving the property. The river is much like a cypress swamp with large channels running through the middle and it creates a perfect environment for all kinds of spectacular wildlife. We have kayaks and canoes available for campers to use for free and a Jon boat with trolling motor available for rent. Fishing is permitted in our large pond and on the river. The farm currently features an apiary, vegetable garden, blueberry bushes, and animals including ducks, chickens, geese, and goats. The cabin features a full-size bed complete with linens/bedding as well as a sleeping loft for 2 additional guests. While the cabin does not have electricity or plumbing, it does have battery operated lights and an outhouse with flush toilet on site for the convenience of cabin guests. We have a farm shop stocked with local products, camping essentials, fishing gear, and much more! *Site #4 is about 75 yards into the woods away from the parking space.* Check us out on Instagram @blackwater_birds_and_bees

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Scarlett’s Waterfront

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Hertford, NC

Hello, this property is located right on the water in beautiful downtown Hertford ! There is a local bar the “Taphouse” walking distance from our property, coffee shop, Bakery, Pharmacy where they sell amazing ice cream, local park with slides and swings in walking distance, antique store, and this property is right beside a beautiful fishing pier that has access to kayacks that you can rent. We are pet friendly so we would be happy if you bring your pets they will love the area to! This is the best spot in town, We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Recreation at the Canal!

1 site · RV, TentChesapeake, VA

6 Acres of private land located along the beautiful Dismal Swamp State Park Inter-coastal Canal trail!

Country Living at Its Best!

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents46 acres · Suffolk, VA

This 46-acre horse ranch is located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk. We are off of Highway 13, five miles from North Carolina state line. The 46 acres include 15 acres of pasture that host horse and sheep, and 31 acres of surrounding woods for hiking, camping, horseback riding and ATVs. A unique wildlife swamp borders the rear of the property.Learn more about this land:Enjoy country tranquility on this 46-acre horse ranch! 15 acres of pasture host horses and sheep. 31 additional acres available for camping, hiking, ATVs, and hunting. Unique wildlife swamp borders the property. Great star gazing!Located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk, off of Highway 13 and 5 miles from North Carolina state line.

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