The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Virginia

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for finding the perfect camping experience in Virginia. With over 2,000 options available in Virginia that allow pets, you're sure to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friends. Whether you prefer a lakeside retreat or a secluded forest, we have a wide range of options to choose from. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), and James River Depot (305 reviews). Our campsites offer popular amenities such as campfires, toilets, and the ability to bring your pets along. And with activities like paddling, boating, and hiking, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, with an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, camping in Virginia has never been more affordable. Start planning your outdoor adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Virginia

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for finding the perfect camping experience in Virginia. With over 2,000 options available in Virginia that allow pets, you're sure to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friends. Whether you prefer a lakeside retreat or a secluded forest, we have a wide range of options to choose from. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), and James River Depot (305 reviews). Our campsites offer popular amenities such as campfires, toilets, and the ability to bring your pets along. And with activities like paddling, boating, and hiking, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, with an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, camping in Virginia has never been more affordable. Start planning your outdoor adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Virginia

1. Savage Acres on Craig Creek

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7 sites · Tents, RVs · Catawba, VA

In a remote valley just north of Roanoke VA, along the banks of Craig's Creek, the property includes mature hardwood forest, pasture, and an 1830s log cabin where we live. We love to share this special place with visitors, and have some basic amenities for campers. The campsites are at the edge of a large pasture and just a few steps from the creek and our big swimmin' hole. Totally secluded in a remote valley - barely a house in sight (but our cabin is a short walk through the woods if you need something), no cell service for most providers, but within a short drive of Roanoke and Blacksburg, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

2. FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

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1 site · Lodging · Floyd, VA

Get away from it all when you stay among nature in this secluded off-grid tiny cabin in the forest. Complete with outdoor grill, fire pit, picnic table, well maintained outhouse, miles of trails and a large swimming or fishing pond (catch and release). This is a secluded off grid location without power, wifi, or cell service, so be prepared to UNPLUG and unwind. Firewood for your first campfire is provided along with one tank of propane to run the indoor camp stove. Five gallons of drinking water are included with coffee and a French press. There is a cooler provided. Remember to bring ice for your groceries and sleeping bags! Please include an extra rental fee of $20 for pets (up to 3). Multiple firewood bundles can be waiting for you at $8 each (a decent fire's worth per bundle). Extra guests (more than 2) are approved on a case by case basis for $10 each per day.

3. Hawthorn Hollar

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3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Palmyra, VA

Discover Hawthorn Hollow-"COME LET YOUR DOGS RUN FREE!" A Family-Owned Retreat Since 1949. Where we Welcome you to our little slice of paradise, where the beauty of nature and the joy of adventure come together to create an unforgettable experience! Nestled on family-owned land rich with history and charm, our property offers a unique blend of rustic appeal and abundant space. Imagine waking up to the serene sounds of nature, with endless opportunities for excitement and relaxation right at your doorstep. Our property is perfect for those who simply love being outdoors. Enjoy a leisurely hike, a peaceful picnic by the water, or a night under the stars. With plenty of space to spread out, you can truly relax and unwind without feeling crowded. Our land is a haven for wildlife, and you might catch glimpses of deer, eagles, turkey, fox and other animals that call this place home. We take pride in sharing our family land with guests. Whether you're here for the fishing, canoeing the scenery, or simply to relax and unwind, we promise a warm welcome and a delightful stay. Come be mesmerized by the fire, cook outside and play games like badminton or corn hole to experience the magic of being outdoors, where every moment is a celebration of nature and the simple joys of life. Welcome to our home – we're excited to share it with you!

4. Bear Creek Cumberland 320 Acres

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3 sites · Tents, RVs · Cumberland, VA

Adjacent to over 20,000 acres of Virgina State Forest, our private 320 acre property is a great escape from nearby Richmond. Little Bear Creek runs through the property that is made up of pines and mixed hardwood trees. The Willis Trail runs along the border of our property and will connect you to miles of state maintained trails that will lead up to Bear Creek Lake.

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5. Sweetwater Farm Trail Center

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130 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Sugar Grove, WV

With multiple campsites, car camping, and remote primitive sites, there are plenty of options for your next adventure. Located on 600 acres, we have developed the previously used agriculture land into a trail center in hopes of transforming the property from an underutilized farm into a facility that could support local outdoor recreation use and programming. Currently there are 14 miles of purpose built trails, with plans to install up to 30 miles of natural surface trails that will create access to and feature the natural beauty of the property, which includes open meadows, mature hardwood forests, rock outcroppings, an area of volcanic activity, seven freshwater springs, headwater streams (including Brook Trout habitat), and three distinct knobs. These features provide a rich and unique landscape for a trail system. With so much here, there is no need to leave the property. But if you’d like, we are sandwiched between the Monongahela and George Washington National Forests. An outdoor enthusiasts dream.

Public campgrounds in Virginia

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Baker Island Campground

5 sites · Tents, RVs · in New River Trail State Park

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Smith Mountain Lake Campground

24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Smith Mountain Lake State Park

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Wilderness Road State Park Campground

1 site · in Wilderness Road State Park

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Sherando Lake Recreation Area and Campground

37 sites · Tents, RVs · in George Washington National Forest

Every site has space for one car (there is a parking lot at the entrance for day hikers and overflow parking), a fire ring with a grill, and a tent pad.

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Wolf Gap Recreation Area

9 sites · Tents, RVs · in George Washington National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Brett

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek

My girlfriend and I absolutely loved our stay at Creekside Woods. The location right by the creek was incredible! Literally some of the clearest, most majestic water I’ve ever seen. It made the whole campsite feel peaceful and almost magical. We were also just minutes away from multiple entry points to the Appalachian Trail and close to iconic hikes like Dragon’s Tooth and McAfee Knob, which made the trip even better (and made me realize how out of shape I was :D). The campsite itself felt surprisingly secluded, even with the leaves down, giving us plenty of privacy and quiet time to recharge. The hosts were super accommodating and responsive, making everything from check-in to checkout seamless. Overall, we had an amazing experience and will definitely be back. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing nature getaway.

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Bat

November 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

Persimmon Patch was very nice with lots of space & privacy. (our campsite was at least acre). The facilities were nice, and the hosts were friendly and went out of thier way to accommodate our needs--they even dewinterized plumbing for us.

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Paul

November 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

Most welcoming HipCamp we have ever been to. Julie and Moon are gracious and supportive hosts. Our grandkids ( we have 9 but brought 5 this time) love this camp area. Wonderful hiking Huge fields for games and Moon and Julie even took us on an old fashion hayride Grandkids begging for return visit

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Michael

November 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Savage Acres on Craig Creek

Great little place. Plenty of space between campsites for privacy.

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Megan

November 2025

1 night at FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

It was quiet and peaceful! It was absolutely beautiful!

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Aaron

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

Beautiful property, and Moon and Julie were very nice and welcoming. I would highly recommend.

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Andrea

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

A wonderful little slice of heaven, with amazing hosts! We had the best stay in the little cabin, which had everything one might want for a nature-filled and quiet weekend getaway! Julie made sure we had everything we needed, but also left us to enjoy everything the site had to offer! 10/10, would highly recommend!

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Leslie

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Sweetwater Farm Trail Center

Beautiful and peaceful, with very nice bathrooms, and shower.

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Andy

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sweetwater Farm Trail Center

I had a great time camping in the pasture, the night sky was so open and clear and full of stars. I appreciated that you can see the Community Center from any of the campgrounds so you can make your way there to use the toilets and showers.

Patricia

October 2025

4 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

We love camping at Moon & Julie's. This must be our 6th time. The solitude and on site hiking trails are perfect for us. Plus, it's not too far a jaunt to see the local historical areas, scenery, and nearby apple markets etc. You'll have acres to your self. We stay in Persimmon Patch #1 in the open grass area. It gives our dogs space to play and sun on our solar panels to keep things charge. We highly recommend staying at Moon and Julie's Hawthorne Hollar.

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Kristin

October 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Hawthorn Hollar

Moon and Julie are great people and their property is beautiful! We had a great trip :) The camp site, the trails, the outhouse, the shower, the pond, are all immaculate and well maintained! We will definitely return!

The creek is so close! We heard it all night.

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Lauren

October 2025

3 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek

Awesome camp sites and very friendly and helpful host!

John

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

Quiet site with privacy and great hosts. Didn't get a chance to fish.

Andrew

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

Quiet little site, tucked away and private. Cabin was great, and we had an awesome night's sleep. Property owner's dog is social and friendly!

Relaxing view of the pond from the cottage fire pit

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Chris

October 2025

With kids

3 nights at Hawthorn Hollar

Absolutely loved our time with Moon and Julie they were such amazing hosts. The place is perfect for what we wanted - to escape and switch off. Our daughters loved running free, playing with the dogs and catching fish. We wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely be back.

R

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

We stayed in the cabin and it was great! The abundance of marked trails right on the property and ability to have our dogs off leash made this a perfect stay.

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Alison

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sweetwater Farm Trail Center

Lovely, quiet spot! Our family rented bikes and had a lot of fun out on the trail system. The community center was a nice covered place to get out of the rain. We also spent a day visiting some other interesting local spots - cool distilleries and an historic farmstead. We hope to be back soon!!

Getting water from the creek for washing hands and dishes

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Ben

October 2025

22 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at Savage Acres on Craig Creek

Ned was a great host. The camp site was private and spacious. We added on some excellent fresh produce and maple syrup from his farm. The site is only a few minutes away from great hikes.

Hailey

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar

Julie greeted us when we arrived and was very friendly and helpful! We were a larger group (2 families and 2 cars/tents) but had plenty of space to spread out (which was nice since we both had young children sleeping in the tents at night!). The outhouse was a very nice touch and made it so that we didn’t feel totally remote. Great property and lots of space to ourselves. The dogs loved running around and exploring.

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Heidi

October 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek

So enjoyable! 10/10! Accommodating host for needs upon arrival and was there if needed after. The Maple Knoll area was enchanting - we were lucky to have such a gorgeous view of the 3rd day past Harvest Moon and the colors of the trees were doing their amazing change from - day 1 to day 4 it was pretty noticeable. Even some novice campers were with us and they had a pleasant time. We made buttermilk pancakes one morning and Savage Acres maple syrup now holds my top favorite, so glad I added that extra! We will definitely return in the warm months to enjoy the private swim hole with the gorgeous rock formation. So happy to have found such a pleasant camping spot in Savage Acres as our first booking on HipCamp.