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Primitive Farm
Primitive Farm
98%
(62)
10mi from Philpott Lake · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Hi! We're Matt and Kayla! We bought a farm and started learning about farming in 2020 after a good friend of ours passed away from cancer and we started talking through what it would look like to try something we've always wanted to try. We knew nothing about it previously so welcome to our adventure! There are a lot of camping spots on our property and you can choose anywhere you'd like. The top of our ridge called "soil road" used to be the main traveling path back in the settler days. The house at the bottom of our driveway used to be the towns post office, and there is a cave back on the creek where soldiers during the civil war camped out in. We are a working farm during the day so if you choose to walk down the ridge you'll find outside working with the animals or in the flower or produce garden. There is a lot of great fishing in the creek so make sure to bring your rod! We love pets so yours are welcome, and there are a lot of hiking trails and cute towns around us.
Learn more about this land:
A quiet very private experience on a farm with 180 Blue Ridge Mountain views on top of the ridge or walk down our trail to camp and trout fish on Rock Castle Creek. With clear stars, fireflies everywhere, and a cozy fire, what more could you ask for? Our whole 54 acres is yours to explore during the day to swim in the creek, see our farm animals or take a quick drive to the many surrounding lakes, hiking trails and local towns.
Any type of camping set up is welcome from truck tent set ups to converted vans to on the ground camping. The top of our hill is flat so it can accommodate any set up except huge RV's!
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from
$35
/ night
Green Acres Resort
Green Acres Resort
91%
(11)
15mi from Philpott Lake · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We have plenty of space to welcome you whether you are pitching a tent, camping in your vehicle, or reserving one of our vintage travel trailers updated with modern comforts. Shared bathhouse and BBQ area, plus Wi-Fi. Walking distance to downtown. Green Acres Resort features a spring-fed swimming pond with its own golden sand beach, pickleball courts, fire pit and bbqs, and a custom bathhouse. Floyd Virginia is the heart of the countryside and the stars shine bright out here. We are excited to welcome you to Green Acres Resort!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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from
$20
/ night
Hippie Hollow
Hippie Hollow
99%
(121)
17mi from Philpott Lake · 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
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$16
/ night
Country Meadows
Country Meadows
100%
(105)
19mi from Philpott Lake · 1 site
Located less than a mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway, this little hayfield is nestled just a skip away from Mabry Mill (the most photographed spot on the parkway), Villa Appalachia (quant Italian style winery), Chateau Morrisette (larger tourist winery), Nancy's Fudge (a little candy factory and shop), and hiking trails of varying lengths with epic views (Black Ridge Trail and Rock Castle Gorge Trail).
Each of these is under 5 miles from our camp spot. Yet, if you are also hoping to hop out of your camper and WALK somewhere, there is a hike that leads you directly up to Chateau Morissette.
The property itself is a hayfield that typically has a couple of cuttings each summer.
There just happens to be a full hook up campsite located at the edge of the property that someone should be enjoying.
The property owner (my dad, who is in his mid 70s and doesn't internet so well) lives in a log home that is across the field on the adjacent property.
He is probably going to stop by to say hi.
He is a pretty friendly guy.
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Set atop a hillside overlooking a hayfield, this camper/motor home spot includes internet, 50 AMP, water & sewer hookups. The location offers a covered pull thru carport style parking space as well as a porch swing and pergola with a picnic table.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Waller Farm on Peter’s Creek
Waller Farm on Peter’s Creek
100%
(28)
20mi from Philpott Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
Primitive campsite on the creek of a family farm that’s been in the family since the late 1780’s. Quiet and secluded.
Within 10 minutes to Stuart. Mt. airy and Martinsville are 30 minutes away, as is the Blue Ridge Parkway, Philpott Lake, Fairystone State Park, Pilot Mountain State Park, and Hanging Rock State Park.
Pets
from
$20
/ night
24 On The Mountain
24 On The Mountain
100%
(15)
21mi from Philpott Lake · 1 site
Just 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Milepost 177) and the charming village of Meadows of Dan, VA, our secluded RV site awaits.
Situated at 2800 ft with a pristine view of mountain ridges overlooking the Dan River gorge, our site offers tranquility and cleanliness.
Meadows of Dan provides various amenities including dining options, sandwich shops, cafes, shopping venues, groceries, and provisions for firewood and fuel.
Explore our short trails for leisurely walks, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or unwinding during cocktail hours amidst the serene beauty of nature.
Chateau Morrisette and Villa Appalachia Wineries are within 12 miles.
The highly acclaimed Highlands golf course at the Primland Resort and
The Olde Mill golf course is nearby as well.
Enough room for additional rigs if traveling with friends.
PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE OR CAMP on the Grass. The site is the gravel leveled area above the Fire Pit. Thank you.
Pets
from
$75
/ night
Infinity Acres Ranch
Infinity Acres Ranch
99%
(110)
21mi from Philpott Lake · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Rick & Laura relocated to Ridgeway VA 18 years ago and are in love with the southern pace and park-like setting of the fields, pond and woods surrounding our Ranch. Folks were fascinated with our animals and kept saying we should open it up to the public!! We finally did just that! Then in 2012 we established an Animal Interactive Educational Non-Profit! Currently we share our domestic and exotic animals to benefit 1000's of folks each year! Now we are opening up the Ranch to you as a HIP CAMPER! You can learn more about us by following Friends of Infinity Acres Ranch on FACEBOOK, and also check out our website and watch the videos! Just google Infinity Acres Ranch to find us online! Many CHOICES!! You can choose to have an interactive experience, or just enjoy the tranquility of being in the country!! (fyi: roosters &; peacocks add to the experience, but also may wake you up!! ) Talk with Laura when you book and decide what will work best for YOU!!
Strict supervision of children is required. Any aggressive behavior or harassment of the animals is prohibited!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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from
$35
/ night
The River's Edge
The River's Edge
97%
(37)
22mi from Philpott Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
from
$50
/ night
The Retreat on Mayberry Creek
The Retreat on Mayberry Creek
100%
(118)
22mi from Philpott Lake · 1 site
The Retreat at Mayberry Creek is 4.5 acres and the site is perched on a rock bluff overlooking Mayberry Creek in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. We have been traveling the country full time for almost 4 years and were in need of a homebase. The Retreat had everything we needed, minus the house. Over the past few years, The Retreat has been a peaceful, relaxing sanctuary for us, no matter the season. We wanted to share The Retreat with other outdoor enthusiasts, because it’s just that magical.Onsite we have hiking/mountain biking trails, multiple fire pits, and a deck overlooking Mayberry Creek which runs through the center of the property. You can enjoy splashing around and exploring the creek or just relax and listen to the water cascade down the rocks.
Located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, you will only be a short drive to Rocky Knob Recreation Area for sightseeing/hiking, Chateau Morrisette Winery and Restaurant, and Mount Airy for a trip back in history.
Everything you need for the perfect secluded getaway.
Pets
Full hookups
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$76
/ night
Jessup Mill
Jessup Mill
99%
(84)
26mi from Philpott Lake · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Hi there. Here is a little rundown of everything we do at the mill….
So, as far as camping, there are two main options on either side of the river; the mill yard or primitive camping across the river. In the mill yard, we do festival style camping, meaning that there are no individual campsites per se, but rather a large grassy lawn near the mill and bathhouse with shared fire pits, picnic tables, charcoal grill, and sinks for water/dishes. We also have two platforms up in the woods that are good for a little more privacy and are completely shaded, but do require a small climb up the hill. The bathhouse has three restrooms and hot showers in each.
Across the river, there are several more primitive sites that are generally very private and offer great sounds coming from the river and waterfall, but no facilities. Most sites are car accessible, and a 5 minute walk back over to the mill (or a 1 minute drive). Lastly, our newest camping spot on the primitive side is a river front beach right by the dam with space for a several medium sized tents and a private fire pit. The beach is hike-in only (2-3 minutes along a mostly flat trail).
Our normal rate is $10 per person per night. Firewood is available for $10 per wheelbarrow load. We accept cash, credit card, Venmo, Paypal, and crypto. We are also fairly flexible on check in/check out times, but just let us know if you’ll be arriving at odd hours. Dogs are generally welcome as long as they are kept on leash.
Here is a little rundown of tubing at the mill (May-October, weather permitting). We have two tubing options available. We have a short Fun Run that takes roughly 45 minutes, and cost $10 per person for as many rides as you’d like. The river bends sharply like a horseshoe in this section, so it makes everything accessible by foot traffic. It’s a 3 minute walk up the trail to the dam, put in and float 30-45 minutes (depending on water level), then a 5-10 minute walk back to the mill carrying your tube. There is also the longer Forks Run, which last 3-4 hours (~2.5 river miles), and costs $15. For this, we shuttle you up the river in a vehicle, and you float back to the top of the dam, then 3 minutes walking back to the mill. Most weekends, tubing starts at 11 am and the last Forks Shuttle is around 3 pm, with the Fun Run staying open till around 5. Also, with enough heads up, we can sometimes arrange for trips during the week.
Our tubes are required for each person floating for insurance and liability reasons, but you are welcome to bring your own cooler tubes to carry drinks and snacks. Technically, alcohol is not permitted on the river, but what is in your cooler is your business. Either way, please bring ALL trash out with you! Water shoes are recommended, and we have life jackets on request. Most of our tubes come with bottoms and back rests, but a few are open to the water. Most weekends, reservations are not required, but it does help tremendously if we know when you want to come and how many in your group.
Lastly, check out a Facebook page for our occasional live music events and festivals!
Pets
from
$11
/ night
Marshall Creek Farm
Marshall Creek Farm
98%
(77)
27mi from Philpott Lake · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Marshall Creek Farm is offering 2 camping spots on our 26 acres property out in the country of Westfield NC Just 15 minutes from Hanging Rock State Park where you can enjoy scenic waterfalls and breath taking views on some of our states most beautiful hiking, biking, and horse riding trails. First site is a cabin for two nestled in the private woods on a ridge on the back of the property. Second site is a tent/rv site that sits on the edge of a 3 acre pasture on the bank of Marshall Creek. Other nearby interests include kayaking, tubing, and fishing the Dan River, Zip-lining, Pilot Mt. State Park, Also the town of Mt. Airy (Mayberry) from the Andy Griffith show. You can also visit the well known Maybry Mill on a nearby section of the Blue Ridge Parkway. And of course you can always have a memorable time simply hanging around camp enjoying a cozy fire or gazing into the brightly lit starry skies that have escaped the city lights. Split firewood available on the honor system for purchase on the site of your choice. $5/bundle cash.
Please scroll down and explore each listing for more detail.
Electrical hookup
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from
$49
/ night
Meadow Creek In Dry Valley
Meadow Creek In Dry Valley
95%
(41)
32mi from Philpott Lake · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Formerly Meadow Creek Campground, this beautiful piece of land has two camping spots and a tent spot overlooking a meandering tributary of the Little River called Meadow Creek. Camper sites have water and electric hookup, one with sewer. Tent sites are primitive, but guests can access water and electricity at the picnic shelter. A portable outhouse is nearby. Picnic table provided in each spot. Location is central to Radford, Floyd and Christiansburg. Cell service is spotty. It's a great place to unplug!
You will need to drive through a grassy area to reach the sites. While the sites are located on fairly flat ground, leveling will be required.
We do NOT recommend following GPS. Please see directions to the property and follow carefully to avoid driving around unnecessarily on narrow, winding roads.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sam
4 days ago
Tent
Group trip
The campsite is incredible! It has a great table and TWO charcoal grills!!! The fire pit is fabulous, the grate swivels instead of flips so it’s really easy to cook food! The dock was so fun to enjoy and we can’t wait to come back in the spring when it’s warmer!!
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John
2 weeks ago
Tent
A beautiful place with excellent amenities - I would love to return!
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Taylor
2 weeks ago
18 ft campervan
Really nice and peaceful spot with interesting history and plenty to explore for a weekend. Host is responsive and accommodating.
Really great for the price and hot showers are provided.
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Brooke
2 weeks ago
55 ft travel trailer
With pets
This was our second time staying on Vinny and Donna's property. We loved it just as much as the first time and are sad we spent more time away hiking than hanging out around the campsite. My son loves being able to run around and play in the open as well as our pups. We will likely be back!
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Shawn
2 weeks ago
17 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Lovely rolling wooded property. Great views and a very great host!
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Cindy
3 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
We had a nice peaceful overnight trip. You can tell the owners take pride in their property to ensure a great guest experience. The site was clean. Stocked with wood, plenty of seating, the little gnomes was a cute touch. View was beautiful. We would definitely come back!
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Chad
3 weeks ago
Tent
Nice quiet campground every thing is clean and nicely done would like to see some leveling of campsites other than that beautiful place right beside the river
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Noah
December 2025
13 ft campervan
David's land is beautiful and his campsites are no different. David himself took us on a tour and was so accommodating and a joy to be around. I really would love to come back here and plan to in the near future
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Xander
December 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful spot and amazing host, they made everything super easy and really convenient. couldn’t have asked for anything better! will definitely be back!
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Kristin
December 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Everything was exactly described and we had a wonderful stay!
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Brooke
December 2025
32 ft travel trailer
With pets
We adored staying on Vinny and Donna's land. They were communicative, helpful, and the area was beautiful and secluded. We loved that the dogs could run and play and that we would explore the property. We would stay here again!
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John
November 2025
Tent
Beautiful spot to stay! Very clean and quiet. Host is nice and quick to respond.
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Ross
November 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Our trip back home from GA to WV had a lot of traffic delays and the weather was turning much colder than expected, so we decided to power through and drive straight home. But since this was right on the way home, we decided to stop and check out the site. It's a beautiful spot with trees on three sides, so there's less wind. The site is primitive but well maintained with two nice picnic benches and a good fire pit. Communication was great. We will be back!
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Melissa
November 2025
18 ft campervan
Lois and Mike's spot was just as described!!!! The view is gorgeous! We couldn't believe how big the spot was, and we had it all to ourselves! The sunsets were beautiful and the star gazing was incredible. We had a clear night both nights and the stars were all out!!! We are already trying to plan another trip. You will not be disappointed with this site!!!!
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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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Madison
November 2025
Tent
With pets
We had the best time returning to this camp site! We were happy to share our experience with friends this time who loved it just as much as us!
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Jeffrey
November 2025
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Jordan
November 2025
Tent
This was a great spot to set up for the weekend. Ample, flat space. The stand up bar was extremely useful and well thought out. The fire pit was a great size. We let the hosts know ahead of time that we were interested in purchasing firewood and they had it waiting for us, and they covered it from the weather. Port-a-potty close by and it was what you’d expect, well stocked with TP and hand sanitizer. The river view was awesome and there was so much wildlife to see, and we were lucky enough to spot an otter. Recommend!
Worth noting:
-the drive down to the site is steep and a mix of gravel and pavement and finishing in grass, there is lots of hipcamp signage but heads up
-the train tracks are active and close
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Scarlett
November 2025
4 ft campervan
Group trip
TEN OUT OF TEN!!!!
You won’t find a more beautiful view or more fabulous hosts
10 out of 10!!!!
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Ally
November 2025
Tent
With pets
The Rocky Knoll is a beautiful little spot with an amazing view! Easy to access with additional seating provided, a lovely fire pit, and a well leveled tent pad. My dogs and I had a great time and the hosts were amazing! My battery ended up dying in my car the second night and they quickly helped me resolve the issue. I can’t wait to go back when it gets warm again. Thank you both so much!
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Goose Point Campground
Very lovely campground! Friendly atmosphere and beautiful views of Lake Philpott.
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Penny C.
7 reviews
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· April 2025
Great campground and met a lot of awesome campers! Very friendly atmosphere.
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Penny C.
7 reviews