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Wilderness Adventure

1. Wilderness Adventure

98%
(526)
43mi from Forest · 92 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · New Castle, VA
Our campsites offer beautiful scenery, exciting activities and HOT showers! There are local on-property trails to explore and all the campsite and lodging amenities that make for the perfect family getaway! All of our listings lie on 500 gorgeous acres run by Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing. Bordered by 500 yards of Craigs Creek along the front of our property and mountains in the rear, Wilderness Adventure offers our guests extensive trails to hike and bike, ponds for fishing and swimming, canoeing and tubing. We offer Giant Swing, Team Building, Low Ropes, High Ropes, Caving, Rock Climbing, Mountain Bike lessons and guided trips! Wilderness Adventure is more than just a campground or lodge. Along with our wide range of camping and lodging options, we also offer free and paid adventure activities like tubing, canoeing, hiking, biking, disc golf, and more! Activities for Guests: Hiking, mountain biking, and trail running on our onsite trails, disc golf, canoeing, tubing, swimming or fishing in our pond, creek sitting, fire pits, sand volleyball, horseshoes, corn hole, and endless open space to wander and relax. Basecamp Adventure Activities: Tubing/Shuttle: $20/trip/person Canoe Rentals/Shuttle: $40/trip/boat Sit on top Kayak Rentals/Shuttle: $30/trip/boat Area Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Bikepacking, 4-wheeling Virginia's Triple Crown - Dragon's Tooth, McAfee Knob, and Tinker Cliffs Roaring Run and Hoop Hole North Mountain/Dragons Back Carvin's Cove Mill Mountain Douthat State Park Craig’s Creek Our camp store is open during select hours. You can purchase firewood, ice, sunscreen, beverages, merchandise, and other items you may enjoy during your stay. Other Cool Stuff Nearby: The Swinging Bridge Restaurant - Paint Bank VA Lemon & Vale Cakery, New Castle, VA Bibos Pizzeria - New Castle, VA The Mill Mountain Star - Roanoke VA Parkway Brewing Company - Salem, VA And so much more!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$25
 / night
Savage Acres on Craig Creek

2. Savage Acres on Craig Creek

98%
(640)
50mi from Forest · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$41
 / night
Arcadia Sanctuary

3. Arcadia Sanctuary

97%
(370)
24mi from Forest · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Buena Vista, VA
Welcome to Arcadia Sanctuary An 83-Acre Mountainside Retreat for Earth-Based Spirituality in Central Virginia Arcadia is our beloved sanctuary for earth-based spirituality, nestled on the southeastern slope of 4,000-foot Mount Pleasant in Central Virginia. Conveniently located near I-81, Arcadia offers a secluded, nature-immersed experience—just a short drive from the modern world, yet miles away in spirit. Please note: There is a town called Arcadia off I-81, but we are not located there. Be sure to follow our directions carefully. A Living Landscape of Forest, Water, and Wildness Our land features a flowing mountain creek with waterfalls, towering Beech and Sycamore trees, and Witch Hazels leaning gracefully over the water. You'll encounter trout, crayfish, salamanders, snakes, and the full chorus of mountain wildlife. With nearly 2,000 feet of vertical mountainside, Arcadia offers trails to explore and camping options ranging from creek side convenience to secluded mountain hideaways. While most of our gathering areas are near creek level, higher sites are available for those seeking solitude—just be prepared for a bit of a hike to the bathrooms, showers, and fresh water. A Natural Amphitheater for Music and Gathering Arcadia is home to one of the finest private stages on the East Coast. Our natural amphitheater—shaped like a pie wedge carved into the mountainside—hosts live performances throughout spring, summer, and fall. With a top-quality sound system and stunning surroundings, it’s a magical venue for music, ceremony, and celebration. Stay With Us: Yurt Glamping, Tent Camping & More Our beautiful yurt is available for rent and offers a unique glamping experience surrounded by nature. For traditional campers, we offer multiple campsites near the creek, as well as more remote locations higher up the mountain. Every stay includes access to the shared amenities: bathrooms, hot showers, fresh water, and community gathering spaces. Meet the Arcadia Community Arcadia is alive with more than just trees and streams. You’ll share space with our free-roaming flock of chickens, ducks, turkeys, and guinea fowl, along with two friendly dogs, nine curious cats, and the human stewards who live and care for this land year-round.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$23
 / night
Dragonfly Homestead

4. Dragonfly Homestead

94%
(24)
45mi from Forest · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Stuarts Draft, VA
HELLO EVERYONE. Happy Holidays... if you want to stay just send a note, and check....it's wonderful in the Shenandoah valley. We're a Small private location, 3 or 4 sites Near some large campsites in a popular recreation area. We added 2 small ponds, a large garden, flowers, small fruit trees, raspberries, and other native herbs and edibles. and we DO have lots of dragonflies in summer DIRECTIONS.. USE Google GPS. several ways depending on where you are coming from.. Highway exits closest. on 81 exit 213, 217 from those it's about 6 or 7 miles. Route 64. exit 94 / route 340 / Waynesboro... we are 10 miles from that one. We welcome guests to our charming location 1413 Cold Spings Road, Stuarts Draft, VA. Near Waynesboro. if you want to come during off season, contact us, perhaps we can host you. We are in a rural area, near a town, and on a lovely scenic road with no streetlight or stop lights. Near the Blue Ridge hills, Appalachian trail, Sherando Lake, several camp grounds, South River, many streams and some national forest. We once had a large group of permaculture students that was very satisfied. We are developing in 2025 Lots of open here so campfires are ok. We have space for a motorhome to 20 feet, with electric, and space for small RVs, tent, or trailer One place is great for a hammock between trees. If you have a group, room for a dozen small tent sites so contact us. We can work something out. Land is mostly level we are in a lovely recreational area. We're fond of the musically inclined. So bring your instruments. we love nature enthusiasts, homesteaders, bushwhackers, bicyclists, bikers, scooter fans, road trippers...Come practice your camping or homesteading skills. Lot of trails nearby. Plenty of space to run and play. Pets welcome. They do not need to be on a leash, but they could run into the woods. There is a full bathoom in the house available to guests, and an outhouse if needed. private, warm, friendly environment. gas and groceries only a few miles away. well water. Firewood is sometimes available, we are near wooded area. Owner is a Realtor, specializing in rural property.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$36
 / night
97% (1K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Wilderness Adventure

1. Wilderness Adventure

98%
(526)
43mi from Forest · 92 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · New Castle, VA
Our campsites offer beautiful scenery, exciting activities and HOT showers! There are local on-property trails to explore and all the campsite and lodging amenities that make for the perfect family getaway! All of our listings lie on 500 gorgeous acres run by Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing. Bordered by 500 yards of Craigs Creek along the front of our property and mountains in the rear, Wilderness Adventure offers our guests extensive trails to hike and bike, ponds for fishing and swimming, canoeing and tubing. We offer Giant Swing, Team Building, Low Ropes, High Ropes, Caving, Rock Climbing, Mountain Bike lessons and guided trips! Wilderness Adventure is more than just a campground or lodge. Along with our wide range of camping and lodging options, we also offer free and paid adventure activities like tubing, canoeing, hiking, biking, disc golf, and more! Activities for Guests: Hiking, mountain biking, and trail running on our onsite trails, disc golf, canoeing, tubing, swimming or fishing in our pond, creek sitting, fire pits, sand volleyball, horseshoes, corn hole, and endless open space to wander and relax. Basecamp Adventure Activities: Tubing/Shuttle: $20/trip/person Canoe Rentals/Shuttle: $40/trip/boat Sit on top Kayak Rentals/Shuttle: $30/trip/boat Area Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Bikepacking, 4-wheeling Virginia's Triple Crown - Dragon's Tooth, McAfee Knob, and Tinker Cliffs Roaring Run and Hoop Hole North Mountain/Dragons Back Carvin's Cove Mill Mountain Douthat State Park Craig’s Creek Our camp store is open during select hours. You can purchase firewood, ice, sunscreen, beverages, merchandise, and other items you may enjoy during your stay. Other Cool Stuff Nearby: The Swinging Bridge Restaurant - Paint Bank VA Lemon & Vale Cakery, New Castle, VA Bibos Pizzeria - New Castle, VA The Mill Mountain Star - Roanoke VA Parkway Brewing Company - Salem, VA And so much more!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$25
 / night
Savage Acres on Craig Creek

2. Savage Acres on Craig Creek

98%
(640)
50mi from Forest · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$41
 / night
Arcadia Sanctuary

3. Arcadia Sanctuary

97%
(370)
24mi from Forest · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Buena Vista, VA
Welcome to Arcadia Sanctuary An 83-Acre Mountainside Retreat for Earth-Based Spirituality in Central Virginia Arcadia is our beloved sanctuary for earth-based spirituality, nestled on the southeastern slope of 4,000-foot Mount Pleasant in Central Virginia. Conveniently located near I-81, Arcadia offers a secluded, nature-immersed experience—just a short drive from the modern world, yet miles away in spirit. Please note: There is a town called Arcadia off I-81, but we are not located there. Be sure to follow our directions carefully. A Living Landscape of Forest, Water, and Wildness Our land features a flowing mountain creek with waterfalls, towering Beech and Sycamore trees, and Witch Hazels leaning gracefully over the water. You'll encounter trout, crayfish, salamanders, snakes, and the full chorus of mountain wildlife. With nearly 2,000 feet of vertical mountainside, Arcadia offers trails to explore and camping options ranging from creek side convenience to secluded mountain hideaways. While most of our gathering areas are near creek level, higher sites are available for those seeking solitude—just be prepared for a bit of a hike to the bathrooms, showers, and fresh water. A Natural Amphitheater for Music and Gathering Arcadia is home to one of the finest private stages on the East Coast. Our natural amphitheater—shaped like a pie wedge carved into the mountainside—hosts live performances throughout spring, summer, and fall. With a top-quality sound system and stunning surroundings, it’s a magical venue for music, ceremony, and celebration. Stay With Us: Yurt Glamping, Tent Camping & More Our beautiful yurt is available for rent and offers a unique glamping experience surrounded by nature. For traditional campers, we offer multiple campsites near the creek, as well as more remote locations higher up the mountain. Every stay includes access to the shared amenities: bathrooms, hot showers, fresh water, and community gathering spaces. Meet the Arcadia Community Arcadia is alive with more than just trees and streams. You’ll share space with our free-roaming flock of chickens, ducks, turkeys, and guinea fowl, along with two friendly dogs, nine curious cats, and the human stewards who live and care for this land year-round.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$23
 / night
Dragonfly Homestead

4. Dragonfly Homestead

94%
(24)
45mi from Forest · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Stuarts Draft, VA
HELLO EVERYONE. Happy Holidays... if you want to stay just send a note, and check....it's wonderful in the Shenandoah valley. We're a Small private location, 3 or 4 sites Near some large campsites in a popular recreation area. We added 2 small ponds, a large garden, flowers, small fruit trees, raspberries, and other native herbs and edibles. and we DO have lots of dragonflies in summer DIRECTIONS.. USE Google GPS. several ways depending on where you are coming from.. Highway exits closest. on 81 exit 213, 217 from those it's about 6 or 7 miles. Route 64. exit 94 / route 340 / Waynesboro... we are 10 miles from that one. We welcome guests to our charming location 1413 Cold Spings Road, Stuarts Draft, VA. Near Waynesboro. if you want to come during off season, contact us, perhaps we can host you. We are in a rural area, near a town, and on a lovely scenic road with no streetlight or stop lights. Near the Blue Ridge hills, Appalachian trail, Sherando Lake, several camp grounds, South River, many streams and some national forest. We once had a large group of permaculture students that was very satisfied. We are developing in 2025 Lots of open here so campfires are ok. We have space for a motorhome to 20 feet, with electric, and space for small RVs, tent, or trailer One place is great for a hammock between trees. If you have a group, room for a dozen small tent sites so contact us. We can work something out. Land is mostly level we are in a lovely recreational area. We're fond of the musically inclined. So bring your instruments. we love nature enthusiasts, homesteaders, bushwhackers, bicyclists, bikers, scooter fans, road trippers...Come practice your camping or homesteading skills. Lot of trails nearby. Plenty of space to run and play. Pets welcome. They do not need to be on a leash, but they could run into the woods. There is a full bathoom in the house available to guests, and an outhouse if needed. private, warm, friendly environment. gas and groceries only a few miles away. well water. Firewood is sometimes available, we are near wooded area. Owner is a Realtor, specializing in rural property.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$36
 / night

Stories from the community

This is our mountain and your campsite will be about a third of the way up it.
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Tyler
November 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Arcadia Sanctuary
Great place to view the mountains and a beautiful view. The hosts are very kind I had a great visit.
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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!
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This is our mountain and your campsite will be about a third of the way up it.
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Sam
October 2025
Tent
With pets
3 nights at Arcadia Sanctuary
Great site, we had some care trouble and couldn’t make it all the way up to crows nest and stayed at one of the sites at upper balcony. We were the only ones there and it felt very private. Walked up to crows nest the next day and it was very pretty. Bathrooms and facilities were well taken care of and there was plenty of wood.
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Savage Acres on Craig Creek
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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.
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This is our mountain and your campsite will be about a third of the way up it.
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Andrew
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Arcadia Sanctuary
We really enjoyed or stay! The site was remote and was in a nice clearing where we could spread out, relax, and enjoy!
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The creek is so close! We heard it all night.
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Caity
October 2025
Tent
2 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
We had a beautiful 2 night stay! Our dogs loved the river, we appreciated the privacy, and we can't wait to return when it's warmer to use the river even more. 🙂
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Savage Acres on Craig Creek
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Jana
October 2025
19 ft campervan
With pets
1 night at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Ned's place is beautiful, and it was great to camp by the creek where my dog could enjoy getting in the water. We will definitely be back!
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Caroline
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Savage Acres on Craig Creek
A truly magical campsite. We set up 5 tents, with a fire pit and table between us, the creekside camp is fabulous for a group. The creek and cliff were such a lovely backdrop, with lots of trails and land to explore. The maple syrup was 🔥. We will certainly be back.
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The creek is so close! We heard it all night.
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Ben
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Savage Acres on Craig Creek
What a beautiful area! I unfortunately had to cut my trip short due to weather but had a blast exploring the creek and being surrounded by nature! Ned was an awesome host and has a real nice setup with each site!
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Travis
September 2025
Tent
3 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Absolutely loved my stay at the Creekside Woods campsite. Ned met me at the house, got me directed where I needed to go and let me know where to get firewood. The site was easy to get to (I have a RAV4 with 4-wheel drive, but smaller cars could make it too). The site was clean and well laid out with fire pits and access to the stream. The swimming hole is where I spent nearly my entire stay. I’ll definitely be back!
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Wilderness Adventure
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Dori
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Wilderness Adventure
Our 2 night camping experience was great. Outhouses were clean that were nearby the tent sites. Having the shower facility was wonderful too. There was a wedding the second night but didn’t really hear the festivities. There are hikes at Wilderness and even though we didn’t do tubing the creek was peaceful. Because of the wedding party the food services were limited. The staff were really friendly and wanted you to have a great time. I would highly recommend staying here. The Appalachian Trail was a short distance and a wonderful motorcycle ride to get to. Google maps was very accurate as we used backroads to get there.
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Nunzia
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Wilderness Adventure
Meadow 3 group site was perfect for our crew of 10. Having the portapotty so close was great and the bathhouse was very spacious and clean. Tubing was also a hit with our group. Would definitely come back!
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Wilderness Adventure
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Nathan
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Wilderness Adventure
Plenty of room and easy to access. Good directions on location and location of bathrooms
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Savage Acres on Craig Creek
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Lucy
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
3 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
we had a group of 7 that stayed at Maple Knoll & had the best time here. we will definitely try to return next time we go camping. the land itself was gorgeous with plenty of room to spread out along with a huge maple tree to seek shelter from the sun under :-). our favorite part was the swimming hole at the creek, it was the perfect way to cool off after doing one of the many hikes nearby. Ned was super responsive and we felt like we had everything we needed. cannot recommend this site enough!
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The creek is so close! We heard it all night.
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Arkadi
August 2025
Tent
1 night at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Clean site, a refreshing swiming hole, fresh vegies of the day (and herbs). Adequate privacy. Friendly hosts Ned and Alexa
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Jami
August 2025
Tent
With kids
1 night at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Ned’s land was wonderful! We had a great experience. The river was absolutely beautiful. It was extremely peaceful and private. Definitely plan to go again!
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Kelly
August 2025
Tent
1 night at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
We enjoyed a quiet peaceful night camping at savage acres before we started a section hike on the AT nearby. The area was beautiful and we slept to the sound of tree frogs and rushing water from the creek. I would definitely recommend!
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Kevin
July 2025
14 ft travel trailer
4 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
We enjoyed our stay on this great piece of land with an awesome creek! Conveniently located to everything outdoors. Plenty of separation between sites. We will be back.
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The creek is so close! We heard it all night.
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Krysti
July 2025
11 ft campervan
4 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Wowza! We loved it here - beautiful, private, close to so many places to go on fun adventures! We’ll definitely be back.
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The creek is so close! We heard it all night.
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Shannon
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Savage Acres on Craig Creek
Even though it rained most of our camping trip (no one can control the weather) we had a great time, the river and campground were so beautiful! Met nice people and had privacy. Thanks to the hosts, truly spectacular property!!
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