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The best ranch camping near Buena Vista
98% (293) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Buena Vista
Mane Gait Equestrian Center
1. Mane Gait Equestrian Center
96%
(295)
8.4mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Mane Gait is conveniently located right off route 81 and can accommodate large rigs. You won't find better views of the blue ridge mountains on this gorgeous working horse farm. We have hiking trails through beautiful private scenery for beginners to advanced hikers. Pets are welcome if leashed! Picnic area on site as well as laundry machine. We are 10 minutes from downtown historic Lexington Virginia that provides great restaurants and lots of history in the charming town of Lexington. Site 2 should be booked for smaller campers around 25 feet. Site 1 is better for larger campers. Bathroom is located through the barn just past the white gazebo, first door on the right.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$38
/ night
Spring Valley’s Tiny House
2. Spring Valley’s Tiny House
99%
(50)
39mi from Buena Vista · 6 sites
Spring Valley Farm was established in 1980 by Mr.Simmons and his wife. Since then they have two thriving herds of cattle, raised countless piglets, and rehomed many horses to their forever homes. Though Mr & Mrs.Simmons are still alive; his son Chad Simmons, and his wife Michelle Simmons, run the business.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$125
/ night
Beaverdam Falls
3. Beaverdam Falls
98%
(119)
48mi from Buena Vista · 4 sites
Nestled on a private 65-acre farm in the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia, Beaverdam Falls is located on VA SR-311 (Kanawha Trail) in the Sweet Springs Valley. Nestled in the old community of Earlehurst, between Covington & Roanoke, Beaverdam Falls are an historic series of waterfalls on private property. The Falls are at the headwaters of Dunlap Creek and are the terminus for the Sweet Springs. Available for guest stays & recreation, are the Upper Falls portion. Surrounded by the verdant George Washington National Forest, the Upper Falls, displays a constant waterfall of around 40-feet in height, & decorates the final mile stretch of the Sweet Springs, both on our property. Additional beautiful cascades pepper our tract of Beaverdam Falls as well. This private tract of unparalleled Virginia countryside will simply astonish your expectations. As the source of the Falls, Sweet Springs Creek, serves as a long, unique home for trout, calcified travertine rock, chalybeate water, and ancient beaver dams (as well as active ones!). Beaverdam Falls is a rare place for the lack of stone and the centuries of beavers who have left their trace in & on our creek—and swamp, the Stick Marsh, which has an active beaver dam. Be careful! They do bite!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$100
/ night
"Far Country" Camp
4. "Far Country" Camp
100%
(1)
14mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites
This property was owned by a composer and pianist, old friends of the family. I run an artist residency here and work on a variety of building and art projects with friends and travelers. Learn more about this land:There are camping spots (wild) along the creek, you can have a fire, outdoor shower. Nearby swimming (15 min drive) at Goshen Pass and trails (Blue Ridge Parkway is a short drive), big bright stars at night, birds all over the meadow and fireflies. Access to indoor toilet and sink is optional. Parking for 2 vehicles or one small RV (400 feet from camping areas)
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$49
/ night
98% (293) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Buena Vista
Mane Gait Equestrian Center
1. Mane Gait Equestrian Center
96%
(295)
8.4mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Mane Gait is conveniently located right off route 81 and can accommodate large rigs. You won't find better views of the blue ridge mountains on this gorgeous working horse farm. We have hiking trails through beautiful private scenery for beginners to advanced hikers. Pets are welcome if leashed! Picnic area on site as well as laundry machine. We are 10 minutes from downtown historic Lexington Virginia that provides great restaurants and lots of history in the charming town of Lexington. Site 2 should be booked for smaller campers around 25 feet. Site 1 is better for larger campers. Bathroom is located through the barn just past the white gazebo, first door on the right.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$38
/ night
Spring Valley’s Tiny House
2. Spring Valley’s Tiny House
99%
(50)
39mi from Buena Vista · 6 sites
Spring Valley Farm was established in 1980 by Mr.Simmons and his wife. Since then they have two thriving herds of cattle, raised countless piglets, and rehomed many horses to their forever homes. Though Mr & Mrs.Simmons are still alive; his son Chad Simmons, and his wife Michelle Simmons, run the business.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$125
/ night
Beaverdam Falls
3. Beaverdam Falls
98%
(119)
48mi from Buena Vista · 4 sites
Nestled on a private 65-acre farm in the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia, Beaverdam Falls is located on VA SR-311 (Kanawha Trail) in the Sweet Springs Valley. Nestled in the old community of Earlehurst, between Covington & Roanoke, Beaverdam Falls are an historic series of waterfalls on private property. The Falls are at the headwaters of Dunlap Creek and are the terminus for the Sweet Springs. Available for guest stays & recreation, are the Upper Falls portion. Surrounded by the verdant George Washington National Forest, the Upper Falls, displays a constant waterfall of around 40-feet in height, & decorates the final mile stretch of the Sweet Springs, both on our property. Additional beautiful cascades pepper our tract of Beaverdam Falls as well. This private tract of unparalleled Virginia countryside will simply astonish your expectations. As the source of the Falls, Sweet Springs Creek, serves as a long, unique home for trout, calcified travertine rock, chalybeate water, and ancient beaver dams (as well as active ones!). Beaverdam Falls is a rare place for the lack of stone and the centuries of beavers who have left their trace in & on our creek—and swamp, the Stick Marsh, which has an active beaver dam. Be careful! They do bite!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$100
/ night
"Far Country" Camp
4. "Far Country" Camp
100%
(1)
14mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites
This property was owned by a composer and pianist, old friends of the family. I run an artist residency here and work on a variety of building and art projects with friends and travelers. Learn more about this land:There are camping spots (wild) along the creek, you can have a fire, outdoor shower. Nearby swimming (15 min drive) at Goshen Pass and trails (Blue Ridge Parkway is a short drive), big bright stars at night, birds all over the meadow and fireflies. Access to indoor toilet and sink is optional. Parking for 2 vehicles or one small RV (400 feet from camping areas)
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$49
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Heather
December 2025
27 ft travel trailer
We stayed for one night. We were booked at site 2, but Sydney let us move to site 1, which was larger and easier to level. The location is beautiful. Amazing views and very quiet. It’s a short drive to downtown Lexington, where we went for dinner. We were passing through, so didn’t do anything else. Sydney was quick to respond when we reached out. Would definitely stay again.
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kathy
November 2025
22 ft travel trailer
As a repeat guest for 3 years now, Mane Gait Equestrian Center is one of our top favorites on Hipcamp. It is so beautiful & peaceful . Wide open sky for star gazing, surrounded by beautiful mountains in the distance. Hook-up is easy for Elec & water. Maybe a little un-level in spots for larger RVS but no complaints here ! This last stay; we booked an extra night to go hiking locally, visit Lexington and local breweries ! Many excellent trails to choose from & Natural Bridge State Park is worth the visit too!
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Andrew
November 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
Amazing spot. Great communication with host. Definitely recommended for a lovely horse retreat.
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Eddie
November 2025
23 ft Class B
With kids
Beautiful property and very friendly host. We would for sure come back.
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Alexandria
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Mane Gait Equestrian Center
The equestrian center was very well kept. We didn’t use the horse barns, but they looked very clean. We rooftop & tent camped. The location was nice semi private. It is off the main highway so it was a bit noisy throughout the night. The bathroom is in the main office about a quarter mile from the camping section. Primal, but not secluded.
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Shawn
October 2025
27 ft fifth wheel
Great view. Water and electric easily accessible. Very nice grassy spot.
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Lisa
October 2025
25 ft Class B
Beautiful and peaceful spot, and site 1 had a lovely sunset view as well as sunrise over the mountains! We enjoyed some solitude after a night at a more crowded park. Easy communications with the host, plug in adaptors available. A great spot for a quiet night!
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Taylor
October 2025
18 ft travel trailer
Syneys place was exactly as described. It has a beautiful view and it was awesome hanging around near horses for the week. I will say, on the warmer days there are c several flies around. But otherwise, it was an amazing place to stay.
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Audrey
October 2025
With kids
This was an introduction to camping for our six year old, and he loved it! The yurt and campsite came with everything we needed to enjoy the outdoors while having creature comforts, and the communal trailer was nice to have to check-in with family. We didn’t need anything, but the camp store was also stocked with bare essentials in the event you leave something behind. The site was very private, and Beau, Leah, and the other guests were friendly. We hope to make it back to Beaverfalls again!
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Lizbeth
October 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Really great views. The spot felt very private. My dog loved the open space. Definitely would recommend.
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J.P.
October 2025
26 ft travel trailer
Beautiful views, peaceful surrounding and friendly & attentive host! Would certainly stop again. Very convenient to I81 (which means there is some faint road noise) but the view more than makes up for it. 🤩
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Melissa
October 2025
With pets
It was a perfect spot. You literally are sleeping on top of a waterfall. You can hear it at night with and without the windows open. perfect spot for a campfire and grilling food which has a grate. They even have a community space that has an oven and things too if you prefer to cook that way, I hung twinkle lights all over the place to give it a cute feel and also the community space they offer free coffee and they also have snacks and other items to purchase. The cave was neat to explore on the property! You can even sit at the bottom of the waterfall and have a picnic or just hang out, you can even swim in it too! At the cabin they even made a trail directly to it for those that stay in this cabin. The space was perfect at the cabin for my dog. I had him on a 20 foot lead and worked out perfect.
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Joanne
September 2025
32 ft Class C
With pets
Excellent Communication, Beautiful Location!! We will be back!! A+++
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Elaine
September 2025
21 ft travel trailer
Beautiful place. So peaceful. I would return when I’m in the area.
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Frank
September 2025
18 ft travel trailer
This place was amazing. A very short trip from rt81. I think it’s over 100 acres and it was so wonderfully beautiful. There were a couple horses in the stables and it was pretty cool to pet them. There was water and electric hook ups but I don’t think sewage. The only negative was that the spots aren’t very flat if you needed electric. But the pros far outweigh that. I’ll add pics
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Tami
September 2025
25 ft travel trailer
Very nice and quiet and a beautiful view all around. Nice place to unwind from a day of traveling. We enjoyed seeing the horses and it was a very nice clean place.
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Timothy
September 2025
24 ft travel trailer
Absolutely beautiful facility and accommodations! Easy to find, electric and water hook easy to access. Owner is super helpful and absolutely peaceful stunning views!
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Deanna
September 2025
With pets
Always a great time!! Felt so good in the falls, even if it was cold!
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Kathleen
August 2025
11 ft campervan
With pets
I loved seeing all the horses and taking a walk before retiring for the night. Sidney was very helpful when they accidently over booked and found me a place to park my campervan for the night.
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Jon
August 2025
Group trip
We rolled in pretty late and it was such a relief to find a comfortable camp site with much more than we expected! Had a fire going in no time, under the stars!
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