99% (14.8K) • 613 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Virginia
Sharp's Island
1. Sharp's Island
97%
(73)
Richmond, VA · 1 site
NEW IN 2025: There is a beautiful cabin for guests to use. Sleeps 5 easily. Also new is the outdoor kitchen and bar. Check out @sharpsislandrva on Insta to see pics!
NOTE: The parking situation has changed due to construction! The parking information in the pictures is not correct (but Hipcamp won't let me delete them). Contact Andy at 804-212-6639 for parking instructions. There is no bridge to Sharp's Island, but we can rent you a canoe or kayak. It's super easy.
Sharp's Island is so named because the Sharp family of Richmond owned it as far back as the 1850s. The old brick foundation you see in the pictures is all that remains of a house that was built on the island in 1895 and stood for 75 years! We consider ourselves stewards of an amazing historic, ecological, geologic, and recreational asset, and we would love to have you add your story to this island's long history!
Learn more about this land:
One-of-a-kind really only begins to describe 1-acre Sharp's Island! For starters, this is the only legal camping option in the city of Richmond. You read that correctly. This is your own private island, and it's right in the heart of downtown RVA! The Piedmont meets the Coastal Plain right here at Sharp's Island. That makes for amazing fishing, especially during the spring shad and striper runs.
Some other incredible things about camping at Sharp's Island: You can motor up to it from Ancarrow's Landing, canoe over from the trail just below Mayo Bridge, or make this the destination for your downriver raft/kayak trip; at summer river levels there are oodles of great swimming holes along the banks; fire pit ready and waiting for you. And lots more!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$70
/ night
#1 Rock Tavern River Kamp
2. #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp
95%
(64)
Luray, VA · 4 sites
#1Rock Tavern River Kamp sits on acre and half on the banks of the Shenandoah River! We offer 7 yurts and 5 tent sites at main kamp.
We are just 5 min from River Hill Distillery, 7 min drive to Luray Caverns. 20 min drive to Shenandoah National Park…lots of hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, and civil war museums in the area.
I purchased this property in 2013 ---my Uncle Abe Kibler and Aunt Lizzie Good Kibler owned and operated a tavern across the road for years and rented river lots to their guests---in time this 265 acre spread was sold and divided to many. I am grateful to have a little piece of the Rock Tavern History back in the family. I have so many fond memories of floating the river with my family while growing up and I love sharing this experience with others while offering families the opportunity to create lasting memories!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$115
/ night
James River Depot
3. James River Depot
98%
(829)
Glasgow, VA · 6 sites
An active hay field nestled between the river and the railroad. A great place to enjoy some R and R. We love to float the James and there is easy access to the river on our property. A beautiful field as well as some trees for added shade. Fun to hear the trains and the water as you get amazing views of the night sky.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$23
/ night
Lavender Loft Lane Treehouse
4. Lavender Loft Lane Treehouse
Jonesville, VA · 1 site
Perched above the forest floor in the mountains of Jonesville, Virginia, this tiny home treehouse offers serene mountain vistas, cozy interiors, and the charm of nature all around. Perfect for romantic getaways or family adventures, the space includes Wi-Fi, a television, a loft with treetop views, a private deck for stargazing, a full kitchen and bath, nearby hiking trails, and all the comforts of home in a beautifully crafted, elevated setting designed for peaceful mountain escapes and rest.
Inside, natural wood walls and soft lighting give the space a quiet warmth. The kitchen includes a vintage-style refrigerator, microwave, Keurig with pods, and a full set of dishes and silverware. In the main living area, a sofa and television sit across from the kitchen for easy evenings in. A full bathroom with a walk-in shower is located just beyond the main space.
The downstairs bedroom includes a queen bed with side tables and windows that look out toward the trees. A wooden ladder leads to the loft, where a twin bed rests beneath the sloped ceiling. The sofa in the main room serves as a fourth sleeping option.
Beneath the treehouse, a covered outdoor space wraps around a mature tree, with a charcoal grill and lounge seating set into the shade. Surrounded by forest, the structure feels deeply set into its surroundings while still offering easy access to nearby trailheads, scenic overlooks, and the quiet backroads that stretch across the Virginia–Tennessee line.
We are within walking distance of the Cumberland Bowl Park which has a new splash pad for kids to play on hot days, located about a block from the property entrance. The park has basketball courts, playgrounds, a running track, baseball, softball, and kickball diamonds, several picnic areas with covered gazebos for large gatherings, and the park hosts many public events. There is ample room for throwing a football, along with public restrooms.
The nearby town has several restaurants for pizza, burgers, Mexican, and fried chicken, and many more options available for dine in or carry out. There is a Wal-Mart less than 2 miles away, and several other stores.
• 30 miles from Cumberland Gap with amazing restaurants and scenic views
• 20 miles from the historic Natural Tunnel
• 30 Miles from Devils Bathtub
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$184
/ night
Hippie Hollow
5. Hippie Hollow
99%
(121)
Floyd, VA · 30 sites · Tents, RVs
Adjacent to Dodd Creek for fishing and swimming
2 miles from downtown Floyd.
fire wood can be gathered or purchased
Bring your dogs, blast your music, and enjoy the pleasant mountain weather.
Electricity and fresh mountain spring water hookups available
New restroom is in operation
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$16
/ night
99% (14.8K) • 613 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Virginia
Sharp's Island
1. Sharp's Island
97%
(73)
Richmond, VA · 1 site
NEW IN 2025: There is a beautiful cabin for guests to use. Sleeps 5 easily. Also new is the outdoor kitchen and bar. Check out @sharpsislandrva on Insta to see pics!
NOTE: The parking situation has changed due to construction! The parking information in the pictures is not correct (but Hipcamp won't let me delete them). Contact Andy at 804-212-6639 for parking instructions. There is no bridge to Sharp's Island, but we can rent you a canoe or kayak. It's super easy.
Sharp's Island is so named because the Sharp family of Richmond owned it as far back as the 1850s. The old brick foundation you see in the pictures is all that remains of a house that was built on the island in 1895 and stood for 75 years! We consider ourselves stewards of an amazing historic, ecological, geologic, and recreational asset, and we would love to have you add your story to this island's long history!
Learn more about this land:
One-of-a-kind really only begins to describe 1-acre Sharp's Island! For starters, this is the only legal camping option in the city of Richmond. You read that correctly. This is your own private island, and it's right in the heart of downtown RVA! The Piedmont meets the Coastal Plain right here at Sharp's Island. That makes for amazing fishing, especially during the spring shad and striper runs.
Some other incredible things about camping at Sharp's Island: You can motor up to it from Ancarrow's Landing, canoe over from the trail just below Mayo Bridge, or make this the destination for your downriver raft/kayak trip; at summer river levels there are oodles of great swimming holes along the banks; fire pit ready and waiting for you. And lots more!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$70
/ night
#1 Rock Tavern River Kamp
2. #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp
95%
(64)
Luray, VA · 4 sites
#1Rock Tavern River Kamp sits on acre and half on the banks of the Shenandoah River! We offer 7 yurts and 5 tent sites at main kamp.
We are just 5 min from River Hill Distillery, 7 min drive to Luray Caverns. 20 min drive to Shenandoah National Park…lots of hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, and civil war museums in the area.
I purchased this property in 2013 ---my Uncle Abe Kibler and Aunt Lizzie Good Kibler owned and operated a tavern across the road for years and rented river lots to their guests---in time this 265 acre spread was sold and divided to many. I am grateful to have a little piece of the Rock Tavern History back in the family. I have so many fond memories of floating the river with my family while growing up and I love sharing this experience with others while offering families the opportunity to create lasting memories!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$115
/ night
James River Depot
3. James River Depot
98%
(829)
Glasgow, VA · 6 sites
An active hay field nestled between the river and the railroad. A great place to enjoy some R and R. We love to float the James and there is easy access to the river on our property. A beautiful field as well as some trees for added shade. Fun to hear the trains and the water as you get amazing views of the night sky.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$23
/ night
Lavender Loft Lane Treehouse
4. Lavender Loft Lane Treehouse
Jonesville, VA · 1 site
Perched above the forest floor in the mountains of Jonesville, Virginia, this tiny home treehouse offers serene mountain vistas, cozy interiors, and the charm of nature all around. Perfect for romantic getaways or family adventures, the space includes Wi-Fi, a television, a loft with treetop views, a private deck for stargazing, a full kitchen and bath, nearby hiking trails, and all the comforts of home in a beautifully crafted, elevated setting designed for peaceful mountain escapes and rest.
Inside, natural wood walls and soft lighting give the space a quiet warmth. The kitchen includes a vintage-style refrigerator, microwave, Keurig with pods, and a full set of dishes and silverware. In the main living area, a sofa and television sit across from the kitchen for easy evenings in. A full bathroom with a walk-in shower is located just beyond the main space.
The downstairs bedroom includes a queen bed with side tables and windows that look out toward the trees. A wooden ladder leads to the loft, where a twin bed rests beneath the sloped ceiling. The sofa in the main room serves as a fourth sleeping option.
Beneath the treehouse, a covered outdoor space wraps around a mature tree, with a charcoal grill and lounge seating set into the shade. Surrounded by forest, the structure feels deeply set into its surroundings while still offering easy access to nearby trailheads, scenic overlooks, and the quiet backroads that stretch across the Virginia–Tennessee line.
We are within walking distance of the Cumberland Bowl Park which has a new splash pad for kids to play on hot days, located about a block from the property entrance. The park has basketball courts, playgrounds, a running track, baseball, softball, and kickball diamonds, several picnic areas with covered gazebos for large gatherings, and the park hosts many public events. There is ample room for throwing a football, along with public restrooms.
The nearby town has several restaurants for pizza, burgers, Mexican, and fried chicken, and many more options available for dine in or carry out. There is a Wal-Mart less than 2 miles away, and several other stores.
• 30 miles from Cumberland Gap with amazing restaurants and scenic views
• 20 miles from the historic Natural Tunnel
• 30 Miles from Devils Bathtub
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$184
/ night
Hippie Hollow
5. Hippie Hollow
99%
(121)
Floyd, VA · 30 sites · Tents, RVs
Adjacent to Dodd Creek for fishing and swimming
2 miles from downtown Floyd.
fire wood can be gathered or purchased
Bring your dogs, blast your music, and enjoy the pleasant mountain weather.
Electricity and fresh mountain spring water hookups available
New restroom is in operation
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$16
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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David
December 2025
Tent
The views were amazing ! It was very peaceful. Natural Bridge State park is only a 10 minute drive.
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Abigail
November 2025
3 nights at #1 Rock Tavern River Kamp
It was very cozy and romantic! It was nice drinking coffee by the river and watching the sunrise. Bathhouse was very clean and well kept. We can’t wait for our next stay!
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Chris
November 2025
13 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Great communication with the host. Nice sites with a river right behind you. Very close to Blue Ridge Pkwy and Floyd. We will be back again next year
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Christopher
November 2025
16 ft car
Great location, nice people. Would love to go back for events.
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Matt
November 2025
Tent
Campground was nice. Bathroom was clean. We had a spot with 50 amp hookup to charge or car.
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William
November 2025
Tent
This place is a wonderful place to camp. Basics are covered like firewood and a porta-john with none of the fluff.
Also… beautiful views and the river is steps away
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Mitzi
November 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Awesome spot! Will definitely go back again! Great location, lots of amenities and everyone was friendly.
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Cherylynn
November 2025
Tent
Wendy's Hipcamp was amazing! The location along the James River was absolutely stunning. Our site felt secluded from the other sites and had plenty of space for hanging out. We loved waking up and walking right down to the river to enjoy our coffee. The location is close to Natural Bridge State Park and Wendy's recommendation for Natty B Cafe was the perfect spot to grab food in the area.
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Sage
November 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great stay on the island, loved the cabin and bar. The views were beautiful and it was easy to paddle across the river to the island. Andy was very responsive and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend!
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Meagan
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Nice location on the water with large sites. It was helpful to have firewood there, and the porta potti was sufficient and stocked with toilet paper and hand sanitizer.
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Erik
November 2025
With pets
This was just the extra night we booked another site and location was amazing and will be back.
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Arwen
November 2025
Tent
Great stay! Me and my mister wanted to go on a spontaneous camping night and this was a perfect spot, friendly security(can’t remember his name at the moment), access to campfire wood and the bathroom was very nice! we had a beautiful view when we woke up in the morning aswell, and the pup loved it just as much! Had a little trouble navigating where to find it at first but it was also nighttime when we finally made it I’m sure it’s much easier to spot during the day time :)
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Erik
November 2025
With pets
The view and location was everything we were looking for when visiting luray caverns. We actually did a cold plunge in the river. It was awesome. We booked another night just because we wanted to enjoy the scenery and tranquility. The hosts were responsive. The only thing I will say is me and my girlfriend were unable to take a decent shower in the shower rooms because after a minute or so of the water running. It began to smell like sewage. So after the first night we didn’t shower or brush our teeth or anything inside the bathrooms/showers. It was a really horrible putrid smell anytime we tried to shower.
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Hannah
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful view of the river, I loved my stay at spot #5 :) Check in and communication were smooth, I felt safe as a woman traveling alone, would definitely recommend.
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Andrew
October 2025
Tent
Jeremy was super friendly and the site was awesome, right next to the stream. Also had really nice shower and bathroom.
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Penny
October 2025
24 ft travel trailer
Jeremy's place was perfect. Easy access to our spot. We were traveling so only able to stay one night. I was very appresiative of the hot shore on property. The communal Kitchen and fire pit were awesome. We hope to enjoy them more on another stay. Jeremy has vision and is working to make this a perfect place to hang out and kick back for a few days. We will be back.
Thanks for letting us stay.
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David
October 2025
Tent
Awesome spot, campsite right on the creek. Friendly host, and good dry firewood available. We will be back!
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Gina
October 2025
Tent
We arrived late but it was easy to find a vacant site, and we quickly set ourselves up in #4. Peaceful night watching an amazing display or stars over the James River. Convenient portajohn nearby was much appreciated. In the morning we had breakfast then packed up to go off on adventures. This was a perfect spot to land for a night, and we’ll definitely come again next time we’re in the area.
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Ann
October 2025
Tent
My plans changed and I was not able to stay there but hope to make it back.
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Bill
October 2025
Tent
Another great overnight stay at James River. Always worth it.
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The best star host camping in Virginia guide
Where to go
Central Virginia
Gleaming lakes and pine-clad foothills characterize the central Piedmont region, known for its lakeside camping, canoe and kayak trails, and Civil War sites. Pocahontas State Park is just a half-hour drive from the state capital, Richmond, where multi-use trails are popular for biking and horseback riding. Also within a short drive, Bear Creek Lake State Park offers easy access to Cumberland State Forest trails, while James River State Park has RV, tent, and canoe-in campsites.
Atlantic Coast & Chesapeake Bay
Wide beaches and fishing villages pepper the coast of Chesapeake Bay, Virginia’s top choice for beach lovers. You can pitch your tent right on the beach at First Landing State Park and False Cape State Park, camp on the grounds of Chippokes Plantation State Park, or get on the water at York River State Park.
Shenandoah Valley & The North
The dense woodlands are the star attraction in Shenandoah National Park and along its renowned Skyline Drive. The closest state campgrounds can be found in Shenandoah River State Park, a popular spot for summer hiking, canoeing, and picnicking, while further south, Douthat State Park has a swimming beach, waterfall hikes, and mountain biking trails.
Appalachian & Blue Ridge Mountains
The rugged Appalachian Mountains fringe Virginia’s southwestern borders, merging into the wooded slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Grayson Highlands State Park is the gateway to the region’s two most popular hikes: the Appalachian Trail and Mount Rogers. Alternatively, paddle the scenic waterways of New River Trail State Park, book a cabin in the woods in Hungry Mother State Park, or escape the crowds at Clinch River State Park.