The best waterfall campgrounds near Pearisburg, Virginia

99% (1231 reviews)

Set up camp in Pearisburg if waterfall hikes and wild swimming rank high on your list. With over 500 campsites geared towards waterfall lovers, you can pitch a tent near roaring cascades or shaded pools. Average rates land around $40 a night, with some spots dipping as low as $20. Local favorites include Savage Acres on Craig Creek (436 reviews), Wilderness Adventure (297 reviews), and Mountaintop Retreat (120 reviews). Expect campfires, pet-friendly sites, and showers. Horseback riding, fishing, and wildlife-watching keep you busy between hikes. You’ll find campsites just steps from the water, tucked under rhododendrons, or beside trout streams—ideal for anyone chasing the sound of falling water.

Popular camping styles for Pearisburg

Top-rated campgrounds

99% (1231 reviews)

Set up camp in Pearisburg if waterfall hikes and wild swimming rank high on your list. With over 500 campsites geared towards waterfall lovers, you can pitch a tent near roaring cascades or shaded pools. Average rates land around $40 a night, with some spots dipping as low as $20. Local favorites include Savage Acres on Craig Creek (436 reviews), Wilderness Adventure (297 reviews), and Mountaintop Retreat (120 reviews). Expect campfires, pet-friendly sites, and showers. Horseback riding, fishing, and wildlife-watching keep you busy between hikes. You’ll find campsites just steps from the water, tucked under rhododendrons, or beside trout streams—ideal for anyone chasing the sound of falling water.

Popular camping styles for Pearisburg

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Hippie Hollow

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30 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Floyd, VA

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

2. Mountaintop Retreat

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(170)

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Jumping Branch, WV

Voted #2 campground in West Virginia by Hipcamp guests!! - Huge Thank You to you guys! Place your booking before 10-31-25 for a free bag of firewood Mushroom Trail featuring full size DoDo birds and giant connect 4 game is now open and free to all guests. We are located just 15 minutes from New River Gorge State Park. Corn hole boards are provided. Want to see 5 star panoramic views of the Appalachian Mountains? This ultra-safe, ultra-private property is located only 10 minutes off interstate 77. There is only one farm past ours so road traffic is very minimal. Plenty of room to do what you and your pets want to do while exploring on our 60 acres. Come enjoy the view and recharge and relax in peace and quiet. The sun rises up behind the view and lets you see just a little further. It is nothing short of amazing. The sunrise and the stars out here on a clear night are two of the best things this mountain has to offer. It will not disappoint. We can accommodate up to a 35ft RV. The best part is no long walk for the best views! You can park at the campsites and camp on flat ground. Each campsite features a bench and a camp cooktop. Nothing is needed to use the cook tops other than a campfire. The area has many parks, rivers and trails for fly fishing, kayaking, biking, hiking, horseback riding, bird watching, and photography, etc. View stars as only those miles away from any light can experience. The crickets and whippoorwills will sing you to sleep. Google link, trail map, and campsite location map will be emailed the day of arrival. Close to: Winterplace Ski Resort New River New River Gorge State Park Fayetteville Rafting & Tourism Camp Creek State Park Little Beaver State Park Grandview State Park Pipestem State Park Twin Falls Resort Babcock State Park Kanawha State Park Hawks Nest State Park Pinnacle Rock State Park Brush Creek Falls Bluestone State Park Sandstone Falls State Park

3. Beaverdam Falls

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4 sites · Lodging · Covington, VA

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!

4. Savage Acres on Craig Creek

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7 sites · RVs, Tents · 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.

5. Wilderness Adventure

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92 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · 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!

6. CB Ranch Camp -Almost Heaven cabins

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8 sites · Lodging, Tents · Lewisburg, , WV

The cabins are primitive, no electric or water. There are solar lights inside and and out also a propane wall heater for chilly nights. This is comfortable camping in the Beautiful Mountains of WV. There is a shower house with instant hot water and outside spigots for water, a porta potty, a fire-pit for cooking and camp fires at night while star gazing. The property is over 100 acres in Greenbrier county WV. There is a lot of history in this area. There are tons of wildlife on the property as well. We have awesome trails with GREAT Views for hiking or horse back riding should you decide to bring your own equine. Pets are allowed with prior notice (not to be left unattended in the cabins). We have a private dog park that you will have access to on the property. We also offer doggie daycare & boarding here at the farm (prior proof of vaccine is required) should you need our services. We also house horses/ponies/ goats/sheep/geese/ducks & chickens here on the farm. We are located 4 miles from downtown Lewisburg which has wonderful stores, antique shops and restaurants. Some of the attractions in town include Toot (taste of our town) , The Chocolate festival, WV State Fair, Carnegie Hall not to mention The Greenbrier Resort which is only 15 mins away. Also in the area is the Greenbrier River Trail 77 miles long for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Greenbrier State Forrest , Beartown State Park, Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park, Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Scenic highway, Lost World Caverns & Pomona Salt Cave and Spa. Close by is Hawk Knob Hard Cider & Mead, Smooth Ambler Distillery and Greenbrier Valley Brewing company etc. To many things to list this is just a few. Come visit WILD WONDERFUL WEST VIRGINIA you wont be disappointed.. NOTE : Also check out our other cabins "PONDVIEW CABIN" " Lil Red Ranch house" & "Fireside Cabin"

7. The River's Edge

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4 sites · RVs, Tents · Riner, VA

These campsites are on the bank of The Little River in gorgeous Floyd County Virginia. Bring your kayak or canoe or rent from the local boating company, On The Water which is just 3 miles down the road. They offer shuttle service from their various take out points too. The night sky is brilliant by the river because there is no ambient light to reduce visibility. The quaint Town of Floyd is just 7 miles away. The new Floyd Fest site is 20 miles away. Come enjoy the river and the beauty of nature and still be close enough to enjoy the great music and food Floyd County has to offer.

8. A Most Steller Place Too

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2 sites · Lodging · Fancy Gap, VA

Unearth a gem on the Blue Ridge Parkway! A Most Steller Place Yurts sit majestically atop a scenic mountain, shrouded in the whispering woods, a mere 100 yards from the BRPW. Experience nature's grand symphony, surrender to the tranquility it offers. Gather around the outdoor fire pit or immerse yourself in a soothing hot tub. This is not just comfort; it's an invitation to a dream vacation, where you craft timeless memories. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity!

9. W.T. Farm?

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6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Union, WV

What makes W.T. Farm special is the diversity of textures of the landscape. We have great mountain top views, as well as, a deep holler with cliffs, rock outcroppings, and waterfalls. The fields are full of fruit and nut trees and there are 5 ponds. Each of these supports its own flora and fauna. I acquired stewardship of this land 35 years ago and have developed perennial orchards wherever possible. I started with pears and have branched out into pawpaws, apples, persimmons, currants, black walnuts etc. and I boast that I planted the first commercial hickory oil orchard in the world. I am an eccentric horticulturalist and graft cultivar varieties onto existing trees like oaks, hickories, black walnuts, and even the maligned invasive honeysuckle, autumn olive and multiflora rose. Just last year I bought an adjoining farm that opened up 50 acres of more orchard planting. It is on top of the mountain and offers an expansive view of the valley and ridge system that defines our region. Funny thing is that because the land between the old farm and the new farm is divided by cliffs in the holler the only way to get from one to the other is a 12 minute drive or vigorous hiking. On this new land is a historic log cabin I am renovating that is said to be one of the original settler's cabin on the mountain. Because of the amount of tree fruit I grow and the varied landscape, there is a rich diversity of birds and animals to be seen. One of my favorite walks is along the cliffs to the top waterfall where there is a sweet wading pool. I have also built a number of ponds and four of them are quite swimmable. One has a dock and is where we spend much summer time refreshing and frolicking. The farm is also a small (very small) licensed farm winery and we make and sell traditional hard cider from our apples and pears. Our cider can be purchased along with our nut oils and flours and other farm produce you may not be familiar with. We live to eat. Coming here is a gastronomical adventure! I run the Acornucopia project from here and from it we are developing a foragers network that would very much suit the lifestyle of hipcampers. We pay foragers for wild nuts they gather. Also often there is an opportunity to work on the farm harvesting and processing food. Let me know if that is something you would like to do. Treely Yours, Bill

Stories from the community

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Nathalie

2 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Retreat

Stunning views. Beautiful cabin. It was a special treat to wake up with the sunrise visible from our bed.

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

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Lauren

3 weeks ago

3 nights at Savage Acres on Craig Creek

Awesome camp sites and very friendly and helpful host!

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Cindy

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The River's Edge

Amazing location! Beautiful, peaceful and private. Perfect sound of the water flowing over the rocks easily helped us fall asleep. We stayed at site #3 by the River. I would recommend backing down the lane. There’s no turnaround area for full size trucks. Ours is Chevrolet 2500 HD. There’s a slight hill to walk down to camp, no problem for us (maybe 15-20 ft),. Tacoma or 4Runner wouldn’t have a problem in 4WD going down the hill to level site. Our host was very accommodating. We will definitely come back!

Colleen

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The River's Edge

Renee’s spot was a perfect place to spend a beautiful fall weekend! Pretty secluded at the end of a gravel road with few cars. Lots of wildlife to see, and a good spot to put in for kayaking, floating, etc. Thank you!

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Gloria

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to CB Ranch Camp -Almost Heaven cabins

Absolutely loved it here! The view was incredible, and it was so peaceful. Loved hearing all the animals, and waking up to a field of horses behind our campsite was just the coolest. The bath/shower house was the best bonus! Our hosts were kind and patient as we arrived later than expected (but still made it right at the latest check-in time). Cheryl provided excellent directions which made it easy to find!

Kate & Austin

3 weeks ago

19 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Retreat

We stayed at Camp 106 and it was incredible! The view was absolutely breathtaking — perfect view of the sunrise. The fire pit area was great for stargazing with plenty of comfy seating. Peaceful, private, and surrounded by nature — 100% recommend!

Getting water from the creek for washing hands and dishes

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Ben

3 weeks ago

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.

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Audrey

3 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Beaverdam Falls

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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Tim

October 2025

13 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hollow

This is a special place. The small campground is nestled along a creek just outside of Floyd. There are fire pits and picnic tables at each site. However, there is a large communal firepit, an outdoor kitchen, and stage in the center of the campground that invites people to come together. It was chilly the night we arrived and one of the guys built an awesome bonfire in the communal firepit. Instead of everyone being at their own campsites, the bonfire brought people together while we listened to music on the stage. The campground is also dog friendly, with well-trained dogs roaming off leash in little packs running about. There was a nice social atmosphere. Everyone at the campground was chill. There's also a small shower house with flush toilet and hot water. Jeremy's spot is real nice.

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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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Chris

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Beaverdam Falls

The entire property looks well run, the waterfall is pretty & you can hear it from the text, It was very moist out, as expected this time of year. We paid extra for bedding & it was totally worth it to arrive with the bed made. The bedding was perfect, very comfortable. The only negative at all is the text does have mold & just needs a routine power wash, not a big deal. Would definitely recommend! The leaves have started to change at that elevation and it was gorgeous!

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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James

October 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Hippie Hollow

It was a nice, quiet site right beside a babbling brook. It beats camping in the middle of dozens of huge and noisy homes on wheels. Only about three minutes from Floyd, which was handy. Several dogs had free run of the campsite, but they all seemed friendly. Only one person can be in the bathroom at a time, which was slightly inconvenient, but it appears to be early days and there are some improvements apparently in the works.

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Joel

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Hippie Hollow

View of creek from door of tent with the sound of water fall to lull me to sleep! Jeremy the host is awesome and can cook a mean split pea soup! Community fires at night are the best!

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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!

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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Joseph

October 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Retreat

Excellent directions. Easy to locate site. Beautiful views. Had a wonderful stay. This was a quick stop over on a larger trip. Will stay here again and possibly for longer.

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Melissa

October 2025

With pets

3 nights at Beaverdam Falls

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.

Chris

September 2025

14 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hollow

Hippie Hollow is the perfect basecamp for enjoying a visit to Floyd. The streamside setting is idyllic, there is a large outdoor kitchen available if you need it, and restroom and shower facilities. We will definitely stay there again for future visits to Floyd.

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Kelsey

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at The River's Edge

We stayed at campsite #3, it's secluded and tucked away. Most of the site has a slope as it is on a hill but it had good river access with easily wadable water