The best dog-friendly RV campgrounds near Buena Vista, Virginia

Camping near Buena Vista, Virginia with an RV and pets is easy with over 1900 available options on Hipcamp. Top campsites like Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), Rivers Edge Trail Camp (267 reviews), and Savage Acres on Craig Creek (269 reviews) provide popular amenities such as toilets, campfires, and potable water. Popular activities in the area include biking, climbing, and whitewater paddling. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, Hipcamp offers a variety of affordable and enjoyable camping experiences.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Camping near Buena Vista, Virginia with an RV and pets is easy with over 1900 available options on Hipcamp. Top campsites like Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), Rivers Edge Trail Camp (267 reviews), and Savage Acres on Craig Creek (269 reviews) provide popular amenities such as toilets, campfires, and potable water. Popular activities in the area include biking, climbing, and whitewater paddling. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, Hipcamp offers a variety of affordable and enjoyable camping experiences.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Sunnyside

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22mi from Buena Vista · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Millboro, VA

Sunnyside is home to The Little Cheerful — a lovingly repurposed 1966 Airstream Safari that now serves as a unique mobile food experience. At Sunnyside, I offer yoga classes, nourishing pre-ordered meals, and host gatherings filled with good food, music, and community. Guests are invited to enjoy meals at The Little Cheerful, join a yoga class, or simply slow down and savor the peaceful, intentional atmosphere we've created here. It's a space to reconnect — with yourself, with others, and with the slower, sweeter parts of life. Guests may book a private dinner in the Airstream or enjoy your dinner in the sensory garden. Brunch or dinner options available.

2. Camp McFender

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36mi from Buena Vista · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Appomattox, VA

Camp McFender was started in 2020 by offering our friends and guests a place to relax, camp, mountain bike, hike, fish, and swim to name a few. With 91 acres of rolling hills, gorgeous views, highland cows, and 2 creeks, it's the perfect escape. - Over 7 miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. - Bent Creek and a natural spring with a zip line, swimming hole, and multiple rock beaches. - Lookout points to enjoy the sunrise, sunset, and dark sky for star and planet viewing. - Highland cows that you can pet and feed (contact us first to visit them). - 13 miles from Holiday Lake State Park. - 8 miles from Bent Creek/James River boat ramp. - 15 miles from James River State Park. - 6 miles from Appomattox Court House National Park. - 10 miles from downtown Appomattox. - 33 miles from Farmville. - 28 miles from Lynchburg.

3. Upper South River Campground

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32mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Tent, RV · Waynesboro, VA

The camp is secluded on 42 acres of woods and pasture land just outside Waynesboro, VA. The Upper South River is spring fed, and it runs diagonally through the property. Day lease fly fishing is also conducted on the property. Though urban, it is very private and the water is always cool. The campsite has a fire ring, cooking grates, rotisserie, picnic table and a trash can. It is primitive camping with no outhouse (yet). There are 5 campsites on the property, spaced apart nicely to keep it private. Orkney Springs Outfitters provides lessons and guide services onsite and on surrounding waters from this location. Hit the Tye River, South Fork of the Potomac, Cow Pasture and the Jackson River, to name a few. Excellent access to Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive, Blueridge Parkway.

4. Orlesa Farms - Top Of Jack Mountain

48mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Monterey, VA

Our charming cabin retreat, nestled at the summit of Jack Mountain in Monterey, VA, offers a tranquil escape with breathtaking views at 3550 feet elevation. Just a mile from Monterey, the cabin is an outdoor oasis with a fire pit, walking trail, and access to the restored Sounding Knob Fire Tower. Enjoy a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, and covered porch. Relax in the hot tub while soaking in mountain views. Perfectly located for exploring Snowshoe Resort, Cass, WV, and Staunton, VA.

5. Millbend Farm

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31mi from Buena Vista · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Evington, VA

Former mill property with strong creek and several secluded areas to camp very close to Lynchburg Virginia, 1.5 miles from US460. Potable water is available. Parking for small RV available. Along creek there are several good locations away from roads to pitch a tent overnight.

Public campgrounds near Buena Vista

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Cave Mountain Lake Family Campground

15mi from Buena Vista · 27 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jefferson National Forest

North Creek Campground

18mi from Buena Vista · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jefferson National Forest

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Sherando Lake Recreation Area and Campground

23mi from Buena Vista · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in George Washington National Forest

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Peaks of Otter Campground

24mi from Buena Vista · 140 sites · Tents, RVs · in Blue Ridge Parkway

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Douthat State Park Campground

27mi from Buena Vista · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in Douthat State Park

Stories from the community

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Ben

3 weeks ago

25 ft fifth wheel

With pets

Weekend Trip to Upper South River Campground

It's the perfect fish camp, where you are landing beautiful fish within sight of your campsite. The guys were accommodating and communication was excellent. Its also 5-10min from some good food an bars, grocery, etc. in case you forget something. Really enjoyed it.

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Gina

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sunnyside

Lovely spot to pitch a tent! We arrived late but were warmly greeted by other guests and spent a great evening having our dinner in the dining area and chatting around the bonfire. And I was not prepared for those cookies, they were SO good. Very convenient to Goshen, we’ll definitely stop by again.

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Faith

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Camp McFender

Camping at Camp McFender was a great experience and I would definitely recommend! we had lovely hosts that care for their land well and want to provide a quality experience for their guests. The land itself is beautiful and a lovely place to relax, we loved the creek!

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Helene

October 2025

28 ft Class A

2 nights at Sunnyside

It was an amazing camping experience! Aimee not only offers a camping site but she offers such a warm atmosphere! The Little Cheerful Sunnyside is unique in manny aspects and very relaxing! Will certainly return without hesitation!

Nicole

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Millbend Farm

Host responds and communicates! It was a pleasure communicating. He had clear instructions of primitive site location. Close to liberty university. I didn’t get to stay because my friend offered an Airbnb for free so this was a last minute change in plans. I did not stay overnight but host was a pleasure to work with and seem flexible with checkin times.

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Maelyn

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Millbend Farm

Such a beautiful spot with a wonderful fire pit. Denton was extremely helpful with a late night pull in and was great at responding. I would recommend this spot !!

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Grant

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Camp McFender

I stayed at campsite #3. Campsite had a picnic table and an area for a fire. The campsite is located about a 3/4 of mile from the main road. Very quiet and remote, perfect for camping. A small creek borders the back of the campsite and the sound of running water at night makes sleep come quickly. For anyone interested, I have Verizon and could make calls and receive texts, but don't expect to do any streaming. I would definitely use this campsite again.

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Paul

September 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Sunnyside

Perfect spot to camp with our van while visiting Goshen for the 611 Virginia Scenic Railway. Aimee was pleasant and responsive. Both a gravel parking area and a nice grassy area. The area was very quiet, and there was almost no traffic on the road at night.

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janet

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Millbend Farm

This is a beautiful property and so quiet. The old mill dam is a lovely detail. I have a truck camper so I stayed out of the woods, but I enjoyed walking the trail back there. The host was very friendly and I thought, generous, for sharing a space for campers. Go visit Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest home while you are there!

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Colton

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Millbend Farm

Beautiful spot. Clear directions. Host was helpful. Would recommend 10/10.

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Richard

June 2025

13 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camp McFender

Awesome, private , well kept campsite. We loved it. We had a large group (family) and there was plenty of room to spread out. Two campers 13' and 16' and two tents all on unique sites. No problems getting in or out. Russ is right, 16' is probably the max you can get down there. We hip camp a lot and Russ's spot has moved way up the list of favorites. Russ was great, very responsive and helpful. Thanks Russ. Just what we were were looking for.

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Joey

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp McFender

Great location, we were traveling from DC and had an easy journey to the campground. Everything was maintained well, site was clean. Russ was so welcoming and helpful! Lots of trails and things for dogs to do! Will visit again!

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Daniel

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp McFender

Beautiful property! Campsite was perfect for resting after a long day. Sleeping at the sound of the rolling creek was a bonus! Russ is a great host and I will definitely book the campsite again when I’m back in the area.

Dave

November 2024

Tent

Weekend Trip to Upper South River Campground

Beautiful spot on an otherwise private section of the South River. I will definitely book again! The land is level and easy to set up for tent camping. River access is easy and very Wade-able. The double track path into the site is easy for a SUV or truck. Might be a little sporty for a sedan, or vehicle with a trailer. Communication with the host was easy and responsiveness was excellent. Picnic table onsite was very helpful as was Trashcan. Stone fire pit worked well and absence of ambient light made for a beautiful night sky. There is some traffic noise from I-64, but not enough to keep you awake. I will definitely camp this site again, and highly recommend it!