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Beaverdam Falls

Hosted by Beau · Covington, Virginia
5 sites · Lodging · 83 acres
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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!

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Beaverdam Falls, The Cattails

99%
(75)
Canvas tent · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed
Sleep adjacent the calming sounds of a waterfall! Explore one of the rarest caves on Earth! Or, view from your deck an active beaver preserve & federally registered palustrine wetland! Or, just walk to the Falls! This site may not be directly in front of the Falls, but it's in the heart of wildlife & nature--and is the most private site! It's like being in your own private world...but be careful, you're near the cave, so if you can find it... watch your step! Located above the wetlands & looking down on the beaver preserve, The Cattails is situated near a fabulous, federally protected wetland, the "Stick Marsh," which is not only full of cattails, but also beavers, muskrats, turtles, & many species of wildlife! View it all from this campsites dry, superb flat ground all while overlooking fabulous Dameron Mtn. If you desire complete privacy, "The Cattails," is the most private, best family/group option, as it's on relatively flat ground. This site is also overlooking The Beaver Preserve & is located near the kayak launch that guests may use to explore the Beaver Lake & wetland. We offer two, free single kayaks for guest use. Site is heated well by propane heat in the winter. 1 grill bottle of propane included. Additional propane for purchase: $30/bottle. No running water or electricity directly at this site. Communal restroom, shower & kitchen are a 2-minute walk away. Site does come with a portable potty with disposable "wag" bags. Top of the Rock is 1 of 3 canvas wall tents on the Property. This preserve is private and an exclusive property only for guests who have reserved any of our sites, & there may be other campers, fly fishers, or activity going on elsewhere by the Falls or on the land, as we are an active nature preserve. Most guests never see each other, nor are campsites visible from each other, but you do not have complete private control over the property through your reservation. Your booking only ensures that you have your site reserved. The property is open only to reserved guests, so there are no crowds. This site is a former Tentrr Signature site that we had actively listed online for 4-years. This site had nearly 50-star reviews during that time. Tentrr has folded as a company, so we now control the listing ourselves on Hipcamp & Airbnb. Please visit our site under our name, Beaverdam Falls, to peruse Property information & to visit our FAQs Section. What comes with the campsite? The simple answer: A LOT! Here's an exhaustive list: --2 Adirondack chairs --picknick table w/ two benches & dry storage --portable Loo w/ bucket & bio bags --Fire extinguisher --queen memory foam mattress w/ protector (bedding is extra; it can be bought in person) --broom --propane heater compatible w/ 20lb bottle (propane is extra; you can buy on -site or bring your own) --Initial firewood (more can be bought at arrival) --4-person pop-up tent (set-up & taken down by guest, not Camp Keeper) --trashcan w/ 1 mint trash bag included. --water jug w/ 5-gallons of fresh water. --solar shower (bag filled by camper & hung if desired) --24-access to Bull Pine Camper Club Trailer: real shower & bathroom & kitchen access; free coffee. --Cookware: non-stick sauté pan, small pot, cutting board, knife, tea kettle/cookware for boiling water. --Butane cooking burner (butane available for purchase on arrival) --3-piece grill utensil set: fork, tongs, spatula --lighter (gas and/or matches) --firepit w/ cooking grate & wood tongs --charcoal grill w/brush All sites are now Coleman-sponsored, & the following products are at each campsite: *Coleman One Source Products (Now at all sites, including our Airbnb A-Frame, Falling Waters) One Source lanterns, Bluetooth speaker, fan, & flashlight. Each of these items use interchangeable batteries. You can also charge your phone or devices with the batteries provided. Cooler is also provided. *Often other varieties of camp supplies are left at any given site by previous campers.
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers

Beaverdam Falls, Sweet Springs

96%
(40)
Canvas tent · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed
Get away from it all when you stay under the stars. Relax in one of the most gorgeous settings around, right at the "North Fork" of Sweet Springs Creek, & just below in direct site of the Falls & Upper Cascades! Here, you are surrounded by mountains, a waterfall, an undulating creek, picturesque cattails, cascades. Here, you really are in the middle of the magic. What else could you ask for in a campsite? The space Ever wondered what it would be like to camp out in a field that feels like a pristine golf course set in what feels like a National Park?. You'll be amazed at not only the high-end nature of your surroundings, but also at the diversity of your surroundings: picturesque mountains, clear blue creek water, waterfalls & cascades, as well as fantastic wildlife & views of the Beaver Preserve. This site is REALLY in the middle of it all. Every site on the Property has its unique qualities, & a certain theme in its surroundings, but the location for Sweet Springs really is in a league of its own. Come stay here & you'll see why. This site is located below the Falls, next to the Creek, and is situated next to a gorgeous, gigantic Osage Orange tree, under which you'll find the picnic table, & plenty of shade. You are also steps away from our creek bridge. Site is heated well by propane heat in the winter. 1 grill bottle of propane included. Additional propane for purchase: $30/bottle. No running water or electricity directly at this site. Communal restroom, shower & kitchen are a short walk away. Site does come with a portable potty with disposable "wag" bags. Guest access This site is one of 7 sites operated by Beaverdam Falls. Sweet Springs is 1 of 3 canvas wall tents on the Property. This preserve is private and an exclusive property only for guests who have reserved any of our sites, & there may be other campers, fly fishers, or activity going on elsewhere by the Falls or on the land, as we are an active nature preserve. Most guests never see each other, nor are campsites visible from each other, but you do not have complete private control over the property through your reservation. Your booking only ensures that you have your site reserved. The property is open only to reserved guests, so there are no crowds. Other things to note This site is a former Tentrr Signature site that we had actively listed online for 4-years. This site had nearly 100 5-star reviews during that time. Tentrr has folded as a company, so we now control the listing ourselves on Airbnb & Hipcamp. Please visit our site under our name, Beaverdam Falls, to peruse Property information, & to visit our FAQs Section. What comes with the campsite? The simple answer: A LOT! Here's an exhaustive list: --2 Adirondack chairs --picknick table w/ two benches & dry storage --portable Loo w/ bucket & bio bags --Fire extinguisher --queen memory foam mattress w/ protector (bedding is extra; it can be bought in person) --broom --propane heater compatible w/ 20lb bottle (propane is extra; you can buy on -site or bring your own) --Initial firewood (more can be bought at arrival) --4-person pop-up tent (set-up & taken down by guest, not Camp Keeper) --trashcan w/ 1 mint trash bag included. --water jug w/ 5-gallons of fresh water. --solar shower (bag filled by camper & hung if desired) --24-access to Bull Pine Camper Club Trailer: real shower & bathroom & kitchen access; free coffee. --Cookware: non-stick sauté pan, small pot, cutting board, knife, tea kettle/cookware for boiling water. --Butane cooking burner (butane available for purchase on arrival) --3-piece grill utensil set: fork, tongs, spatula --lighter (gas and/or matches) --firepit w/ cooking grate & wood tongs --charcoal grill w/brush All sites are now Coleman-sponsored, & the following products are at each campsite: *Coleman One Source Products (Now at all sites, including our Airbnb A-Frame, Falling Waters) One Source lanterns, Bluetooth speaker, fan, & flashlight. Each of these items use interchangeable batteries. You can also charge your phone or devices with the batteries provided. Cooler is also provided. *Often other varieties of camp supplies are left at any given site by previous campers.
Short walk to site
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed

Beaverdam Falls, Top of the Rock II

100%
(32)
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed
Relax in high-style at the top of Beaverdam Falls. Sleep adjacent the whirling & calming noise of a gigantic waterfall & overlook the lower ponds & creek basins from surprising privacy and seclusion. Take a hike--no, really! Choose to walk down to the Falls or view it all from the Rope Bridge! The "Top of the Rock" campsite is situated on amazing ground! It's situated just above the largest waterfall on fabulous high travertine rock, but tucked away far enough to still retain privacy and seclusion from the main viewing area below, which is just a short walk down a gravel trail. The rope bridge is also just a stones throw away. This stellar site has a full frontal view of the main water and creek basins below but is not right on top of the falls, so as to be too loud or too visible. And for the most part you are nestled under shade trees and are at the best crossroads on the property to take advantage of all the views and sites. Site is heated well by propane heat in the winter. 1 grill bottle of propane included. Additional propane for purchase: $30/bottle. No running water or electricity directly at this site. Communal restroom, shower & kitchen are a short walk away. Site does come with a portable potty with disposable "wag" bags. Top of the Rock is 1 of 3 canvas wall tents on the Property. This preserve is private and an exclusive property only for guests who have reserved any of our sites, & there may be other campers, fly fishers, or activity going on elsewhere by the Falls or on the land, as we are an active nature preserve. Most guests never see each other, nor are campsites visible from each other, but you do not have complete private control over the property through your reservation. Your booking only ensures that you have your site reserved. The property is open only to reserved guests, so there are no crowds. This site is a former Tentrr Signature site that we had actively listed online for 4-years. This site had nearly 100 5-star reviews during that time. Tentrr has folded as a company, so we now control the listing ourselves on Airbnb. Please visit our site under our name, Beaverdam Falls, to peruse Property information, & to visit our FAQs Section. What comes with the campsite? The simple answer: A LOT! Here's an exhaustive list: --2 Adirondack chairs --picknick table w/ two benches & dry storage --portable Loo w/ bucket & bio bags --Fire extinguisher --queen memory foam mattress w/ protector (bedding is extra; it can be bought in person) --broom --propane heater compatible w/ 20lb bottle (propane is extra; you can buy on -site or bring your own) --Initial firewood (more can be bought at arrival) --4-person pop-up tent (set-up & taken down by guest, not Camp Keeper) --trashcan w/ 1 mint trash bag included. --water jug w/ 5-gallons of fresh water. --solar shower (bag filled by camper & hung if desired) --24-access to Bull Pine Camper Club Trailer: real shower & bathroom & kitchen access; free coffee. --Cookware: non-stick sauté pan, small pot, cutting board, knife, tea kettle/cookware for boiling water. --Butane cooking burner (butane available for purchase on arrival) --3-piece grill utensil set: fork, tongs, spatula --lighter (gas and/or matches) --firepit w/ cooking grate & wood tongs --charcoal grill w/brush All sites are now Coleman-sponsored, & the following products are at each campsite: *Coleman One Source Products (Now at all sites, including our Airbnb A-Frame, Falling Waters) One Source lanterns, Bluetooth speaker, fan, & flashlight. Each of these items use interchangeable batteries. You can also charge your phone or devices with the batteries provided. Cooler is also provided. *Often other varieties of camp supplies are left at any given site by previous campers.
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers

Beaverdam Falls, Falling Waters

100%
(12)
Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed
Glamping has never been better than in this cool, unique A-Frame. Our newest Airbnb Glampsite, Falling Waters boasts full-frontal views of the waterfall, lower pools, & cascades of Sweet Springs Creek. The best piece of real estate on the Property, this glampsite will simply astonish your expectations & impress your senses. Similar to our Canvas Wall Tent campsites, Falling waters is off the grid & boasts many of the same features, such as bed, & layout, & is fully heated with propane in the Winter! Site comes with the following amenities: 1 queen bed with memory foam mattress--Bedding is standard-- table & two chairs inside, as well as outdoor chairs; firepit with wood is standard; charcoal grill with grilling utensils; butane burner with water/coffee kettle; lighter; picnic table, battery lights. Excellent gas/propane heat is provided in the Winter. Portojohn toilet just steps away. Communal space access is open 24hours. Please note that this listing requires a four wheel drive or all wheel drive capable vehicle to access this site directly. Our separate 2wd entrance is no longer available. If you have a 2x4 vehicle, you'll have to park near the site, but must walk about 4-5 minutes. There is no running water or electricity nor is there direct bathroom at the site, but Porto john bathroom access is just across the creek; &, near the entrance, communal bathroom space is open 24-hours. This site is heated with a 20,000 btu propane heater—20lb grill bottles are used. Maximum number of adults at this site is 2, but children are allowed. Please just confirm with us if you are bringing additional persons. There is no cell service on the Property or WiFi at the site. We do provide WiFi access at the communal space and checkin barn.
Moderate walk to site
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
No toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed

Beaverdam Falls, Earlehurst Cottage

Booked 1 time
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · 3 beds · 1 toilet
Built for $500.00 dollars "back-in-the-day," the Earlehurst Cottage was inhabited by The Carters, a humble, cute old country couple. Here, they raised two daughters. Today, the house is tastefully appointed where expected - & comfortable to modern standards - yet, it has been left as charming, rustic & cozy as it had always been: with elements of the original decor, windows, plaster walls, etc., being preserved. Pets stay for free! Guests have complete enjoyment of the interior & porch of the house. They have additional access & recreation rights to visit the Falls Viewing area, swim in the creek or hike in the field. The environs of the house, mostly the rear and the adjacent barns & sheds are used by the host for property maintenance & for other camping sites on the property, so host is often working around the house. Host is usually on the property in separate lodgings and generally working on the property, but is not always present. We respect guest space and try to observe full privacy for house guests. Nestled in the Alleghany Highlands of the Sweet Springs Valley of Virginia, Beaverdam Falls is an historic series of waterfalls at the headwaters of Dunlap Creek and is the terminus for the Sweet Springs. Surrounded by the verdant George Washington National Forest, our portion at the Upper Falls, displays a constant waterfall of around 40-feet in height and numerous beautiful cascades peppered throughout our creek. The 83-acre 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 trout stream of calcified rock, chalybeate water, and ancient beaver dams. 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!
No campfires
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
No picnic table

Reviews

99%· 159 reviews

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  • Review summary

    Generated from real Hipcamper reviews

    Beaverdam Falls offers a serene and picturesque escape, perfect for both seasoned campers and those new to the experience. The area is well-maintained, with stunning views of the Milky Way and a beautiful waterfall to enjoy. Visitors appreciate the convenience of well-stocked campsites and the thoughtful amenities provided. While some noted a trek to the bathrooms, the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere more than make up for it.

  • Reagan M.

    Camped here, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    We had an AMAZING time staying at Beaverdam Falls. We were there for two nights over the holiday weekend, and though it was a ‘busy’ time, the stay felt remote and peaceful. The views were beautiful, we could see the Milky Way at night. We spent a few hours at the creek, which was our favorite part. Very strong likelihood we will return :).

  • Jeff M.

    Camped here, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    Awesome getaway! My fiancé and I went for 2 nights and would definitely go back! The only reason we wouldn’t recommend to anyone else is to keep the hidden gem to ourselves. Beau was very helpful and the stay was great.

  • Maryana P.

    Camped with pets, Aug 2026.

    Recommends

    Great place for a beginner camper! A bougie place for an experienced camper. We booked the cattail which is a walk away to the falls but I never mind it because of how spacious it is for a dog or children but upon arrival we were graciously offered the “top of the rock” cabin and let me tell you that spot is SOO special, hearing the water at night helped me sleep and I say this as a fellow insomniac. The walk to the falls was literally 10 steps away, the water so clean and clear and the whole site in general was well kept which made me happy to know this gorgina (gorgeous per my mother who attended) place is being treated with respect!

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Amenities

  • Fire pitsAt some sites · Firewood provided, Firepit
  • Flush toiletsAt some sites
  • Potable waterAt some sites · Spigot, Hose, Pump or well
  • ShowersAt some sites · Hot water
  • Picnic tablesAt some sites
  • WifiAt some sites
  • LaundryAt some sites
  • Trash disposalAt some sites · Trash bin
  • Cooking equipmentAt some sites · Communal
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • Walk-in access at some sites4WD recommended at some sites; the rest are 2WD accessible. Moderate walk at some sites.
  • Pet-friendlyOn leash at some sites.
  • Campfires allowed at some sitesAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processMeet and greet with your host Beau at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 3pm. Check-out times vary by site.
  • Booking windowBook from 1 day to 15 months ahead.

Extras

  • Firewood$10.00 per itemAt select sitesFirewood is extra, but 1 bundle will always be placed at the site. More available for purchase at woodshed on-site.
  • Cozy Bedding$20.00 per itemAt select sitesWhile bedding is not standard for our tent sites, it can be provided. Quilt, pillows, & sheets are made on the bed at arrival.
  • Butane$5.00 per itemAt select sitesButane can be provided for our Coleman Butane Burners.
  • Propane$30.00 per itemAt select sites20lb bottle of propane for heater is available. Guests can expect to burn one bottle per night stay in the Winter.

Location

Covington, Alleghany, Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Beau B.Joined July 2020

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