The best pets off leash camping near Hampton

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Hampton, the city, may be far from the Hamptons, but this Virginia oasis offers just as much fun, sun, and coastal character. With proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, as well as its many tributaries, Hampton is both an area—and in an area—ripe for exploration. Just beyond Hampton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach are all about the waterfront, but campers will find plenty to do in the city itself. Opt for a pet-friendly campsite near Sandy Bottom Nature Park, or start your search for seashells at Salt Ponds Public Beach. No matter where you go, stay, or sleep, you’ll want to come back.

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Top-rated campgrounds

The Guinea Farm, Field, and Forest

1. The Guinea Farm, Field, and Forest

98%
(311)
27mi from Hampton · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Diggs, VA
The Guinea farm is 18 acres of feild and forest on the rural middle pennensula. Only 1 mile from 2 separate secluded beaches and a boat launch. There is verly little traffic or light polution here, nature is at your fingertips. Come visit the farm and experience agrotourism at it's finest. Pick your own veggies in the community garden and meet the Guinea fowl! Enjoy the windernes and learn about the local ecosystem here on the middle pennensula. There are 3 sites spaced out across the 18 acres set apart for privacy. Wisteria is a primative site closer to the entrance gate. Trilogy is a suspended tree tent in the pines 700' beyond that and seperated by dense forest. Stargazer Tiny cabin is an offgrid rustic camping cabin on the back side of the property. Each site is surronded by several acres of forest and close to the edge of a large feild. There are romaing guinea fowl that may come make a very loud appearance as they canvas the property eating bugs. Deer, Turkeys, Bald Eagles, foxes, and other wildlife are common guests also. Mid-summer is what I call frog season, Tree frogs are abundant and provide a wonderful soundtrack. There are free to use bicycles, an axe throwing board, and cornhole boards available. 4 miles from shopping and dining in Mathews Virginia, 15 miles to Gwynn Island. Gwynn's Island is an island located in the Chesapeake Bay off of Virginia's Middle Peninsula. The island is located in the northeast part of Mathews County, south of the mouth of the Piankatank River. It is connected to the rest of the county by a swing bridge over Milford Haven.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$45
 / night
Another view of our set up!

2. Solitude at Thornton Farm

99%
(202)
36mi from Hampton · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wakefield, VA
Peace and quiet equals “Solitude at my farm. I’m just like you. I want to camp at a quiet place in the country where it’s plenty of acres and no houses to look at and a clean bathroom and shower. Well it’s here. I’m Located in Wakefield Virginia. If you’re traveling to Virginia Beach I’m one hour away. From my farm there is a free ferry in Scotland where the ferry departs to Williamsburg just 30 minutes. At my farm I have 5 sites for tent/camping so it’s spaced appropriately apart I have 2 Rv sites totally away for their privacy and a new mini house also properly spaced away. All have a clean picnic table and a fire pit. 100 feet away you’ll find that clean bathroom, shower and a wash station for hygiene. You’ll see the love I put into this and because I love it and my prior guests love it, which means it may be right for you also. In the town of Wakefield you’ll find gas stations, dollar stores, a Value food market and if you want (to go) food we have that also. Plus it’s home to The Virginia Diner. Amenities include toilet access, a shower, trash disposal, picnic tables, and potable water. Pets are allowed, as are campfires.
Pets
Electrical Hookup
Toilets
from 
$44
 / night
Full use of the yard.

4. Hampton Roads Hideaway

13mi from Hampton · 1 site · RV · Portsmouth, VA
Hampton Roads Hideaway — RV Retreat in Portsmouth, Virginia Welcome to Hampton Roads Hideaway — your private, peaceful RV escape tucked into a quiet Portsmouth neighborhood. This secluded ¼‑acre site is big‑rig friendly and perfect for travel trailers up to 40+ ft with full RV hookups, including 30‑amp power, water, and sewer. You’ll enjoy gravel parking, a fire pit for evenings under the stars, and a clean restroom with a heated shower for added comfort. Whether you’re passing through the region or planning to explore, this location puts you within easy reach of everything Hampton Roads has to offer — from historic sites and waterfront dining to beaches, parks, and local attractions. Pets are welcome and can be off‑leash in the fenced space, making it an ideal stop for outdoor lovers and travelers seeking comfort close to home. For an additional fee, you can also enjoy pool access nearby, giving you a fun way to cool off after a day of exploring. Your peaceful RV hideaway in coastal Virginia awaits!
Pets
Full Hookups
from 
$36
 / night

Hampton, the city, may be far from the Hamptons, but this Virginia oasis offers just as much fun, sun, and coastal character. With proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, as well as its many tributaries, Hampton is both an area—and in an area—ripe for exploration. Just beyond Hampton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach are all about the waterfront, but campers will find plenty to do in the city itself. Opt for a pet-friendly campsite near Sandy Bottom Nature Park, or start your search for seashells at Salt Ponds Public Beach. No matter where you go, stay, or sleep, you’ll want to come back.

99% (484)

Top-rated campgrounds

The Guinea Farm, Field, and Forest

1. The Guinea Farm, Field, and Forest

98%
(311)
27mi from Hampton · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Diggs, VA
The Guinea farm is 18 acres of feild and forest on the rural middle pennensula. Only 1 mile from 2 separate secluded beaches and a boat launch. There is verly little traffic or light polution here, nature is at your fingertips. Come visit the farm and experience agrotourism at it's finest. Pick your own veggies in the community garden and meet the Guinea fowl! Enjoy the windernes and learn about the local ecosystem here on the middle pennensula. There are 3 sites spaced out across the 18 acres set apart for privacy. Wisteria is a primative site closer to the entrance gate. Trilogy is a suspended tree tent in the pines 700' beyond that and seperated by dense forest. Stargazer Tiny cabin is an offgrid rustic camping cabin on the back side of the property. Each site is surronded by several acres of forest and close to the edge of a large feild. There are romaing guinea fowl that may come make a very loud appearance as they canvas the property eating bugs. Deer, Turkeys, Bald Eagles, foxes, and other wildlife are common guests also. Mid-summer is what I call frog season, Tree frogs are abundant and provide a wonderful soundtrack. There are free to use bicycles, an axe throwing board, and cornhole boards available. 4 miles from shopping and dining in Mathews Virginia, 15 miles to Gwynn Island. Gwynn's Island is an island located in the Chesapeake Bay off of Virginia's Middle Peninsula. The island is located in the northeast part of Mathews County, south of the mouth of the Piankatank River. It is connected to the rest of the county by a swing bridge over Milford Haven.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$45
 / night
Another view of our set up!

2. Solitude at Thornton Farm

99%
(202)
36mi from Hampton · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wakefield, VA
Peace and quiet equals “Solitude at my farm. I’m just like you. I want to camp at a quiet place in the country where it’s plenty of acres and no houses to look at and a clean bathroom and shower. Well it’s here. I’m Located in Wakefield Virginia. If you’re traveling to Virginia Beach I’m one hour away. From my farm there is a free ferry in Scotland where the ferry departs to Williamsburg just 30 minutes. At my farm I have 5 sites for tent/camping so it’s spaced appropriately apart I have 2 Rv sites totally away for their privacy and a new mini house also properly spaced away. All have a clean picnic table and a fire pit. 100 feet away you’ll find that clean bathroom, shower and a wash station for hygiene. You’ll see the love I put into this and because I love it and my prior guests love it, which means it may be right for you also. In the town of Wakefield you’ll find gas stations, dollar stores, a Value food market and if you want (to go) food we have that also. Plus it’s home to The Virginia Diner. Amenities include toilet access, a shower, trash disposal, picnic tables, and potable water. Pets are allowed, as are campfires.
Pets
Electrical Hookup
Toilets
from 
$44
 / night
Full use of the yard.

4. Hampton Roads Hideaway

13mi from Hampton · 1 site · RV · Portsmouth, VA
Hampton Roads Hideaway — RV Retreat in Portsmouth, Virginia Welcome to Hampton Roads Hideaway — your private, peaceful RV escape tucked into a quiet Portsmouth neighborhood. This secluded ¼‑acre site is big‑rig friendly and perfect for travel trailers up to 40+ ft with full RV hookups, including 30‑amp power, water, and sewer. You’ll enjoy gravel parking, a fire pit for evenings under the stars, and a clean restroom with a heated shower for added comfort. Whether you’re passing through the region or planning to explore, this location puts you within easy reach of everything Hampton Roads has to offer — from historic sites and waterfront dining to beaches, parks, and local attractions. Pets are welcome and can be off‑leash in the fenced space, making it an ideal stop for outdoor lovers and travelers seeking comfort close to home. For an additional fee, you can also enjoy pool access nearby, giving you a fun way to cool off after a day of exploring. Your peaceful RV hideaway in coastal Virginia awaits!
Pets
Full Hookups
from 
$36
 / night

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The best pets off leash camping near Hampton guide

Where to go

Fort Monroe

Fort Monroe brings history to life. Visit the Fort Monroe National Monument and experience a Virginia that’s been around since 1619. Fort Monroe campgrounds, however, provide access to far more than just the past. Surrounded by both Mill Creek and the Chesapeake, Fort Monroe takes full advantage of the water. You can visit the lighthouse, fish along the piers, or explore the bay by beach or by boat.

Grandview Nature Preserve

Still yearning for a long walk on the beach? Grandview Nature Preserve is the place for rest and relaxation. Spend your days birdwatching from the preserve’s scenic coastal and wooded trails. From a modern yurt with wifi, a romantic cabin with electricity, or a family-friendly RV site with full hookups, your stint in Grandview Nature Preserve is bound to be, well, grand.

Along the James River

If the bay, somehow, has yet to satiate you, the James River should quench your thirst for all things leisure. Among both Virginia’s longest rivers and the Chesapeake Bay’s largest tributaries, the James River covers a lot of ground—and so do its campsites. Campgrounds come near and dear to parks, wildlife areas, and kayaking nooks. On either side of the river, campers can do it all.

When to go

Virginia summers bring humidity, so spring and fall make for the ideal camping seasons. Fall, especially, is perfect for sleeping outdoors. September and October days prolong the summer sun, so you can still manage the occasional water activity. Autumn nights, however, tend to turn chilly and crisp—perfect for huddling around your campsite’s fire pit. Camping calls for sleeping bags, after all, so come to Hampton when the weather lets you get cozy.