Virginia campgrounds and permits
134 facilities, 63 of which we can watch for cancellations.
Appomattox Court House Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableThe visitor center is located inside the reconstructed Appomattox Courthouse. It offers restroom facilities, visitor information and guidance, a 17-minute…
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial TicketsTicketsArlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a place to explore the complexities of life in the mid 1800’s as America entered the Civil War over the cause of…
- Batzell Boat LaunchFacility · not watchable
Batzell Boat Launch sits perched on the riverbank. Stunningly clear water laps down the river and the beneficial facility allows easy access to the South Fork…
- Beards Mountain (FT #459) - WSRDFacility · not watchable
This trail climbs to the top of Beards Mountain, and provides spectacular views of Warm Springs Mountain and the Cowpasture River Valley.
BeartreeCampground · 46 sitesOverview Beartree offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere and a variety of recreational activities.
Belle Grove Welcome CenterVisitor Center · not watchableVisitors to Belle Grove Plantation enter at the Beverly B. Shoemaker Welcome Center.
Big Meadows Campground - Shenandoah (VA)Campground · 215 sitesOverview Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an outdoor family getaway.
- Birch Knob Observation SiteFacility · not watchable
Visitors to the Birch Knob Observation Tower enjoy views stretching from Virginia, to Kentucky, West Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
- Blacksburg Shooting RangeFacility · not watchable
Located just outside Blacksburg, this site offers a rifle and pistol range as well as a shotgun and archery range.
Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213)Facility · not watchableThe Blue Ridge Music Center celebrates the music and musicians of the Blue Ridge. Established by the U.S.
Blue Springs Gap CabinCampground · 1 sitesOverview Blue Springs Gap Cabin is located high on a mountaintop near Camp, Virginia, giving visitors the feeling of being on top of the world.
Bolar Mountain Recreation AreaCampground · 124 sitesOverview Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is a great destination for visitors looking for a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw.
Brawner Farm Interpretive CenterVisitor Center · not watchableBegin your exploration of the Second Battle of Manassas at the Brawner Farm Interpretive Center.
- Brushy Ridge (FT#456) - WSRDFacility · not watchable
Follow this trail across a stream and through mixed Appalachian hardwood forest as you climb Beards Mountain.
Buffalo ParkCampground · 21 sitesOverview Buffalo Park is a small day use and campground park, located on John H. Kerr Reservoir. The campground is open May 1 - September 30.
CCBF Museum & Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableCedar Creek Battlefield Foundation (CCBF) Museum and Visitor Center overlooks picturesque views of Belle Grove Plantation, Cedar Creek Battlefield, and…
Cabin Camp 1 (By Reservation Only)Facility · not watchableCabin Camp 1 was the first camp in the park completed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930's. It sleeps 205 visitors.
Cabin Camp 3Campground · 13 sitesOverview Cabin Camp 3 is located in Prince William Forest Park and is one of five large cabin camp facilities located in the park.
Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only)Campground · not watchableIndividual cabin rentals and a small group site are available in Cabin Camp 3. This forested camp was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the…
- Cabin Camp 4 (By Reservation Only)Campground · not watchable
The 199 visitors who can sleep in this Cabin Camp 4 can enjoy the new roofs and windows that help ensure that these historic structures last for future…
- Cabin Camp 5 (By Reservation Only)Campground · not watchable
Cabin Camp 5 was the last camp to be completed by the CCC and WPA. The camp offers the largest capacity (210 in summer, 104 in winter) due to the large dorm…
- Camp Roosevelt Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Camp Roosevelt Campground is the site of the first Civilian Conservation Corps Camp in the Nation.
- Cascades Day Use AreaFacility · not watchable
Cascades Day Use Area is one of the most popular outdoor recreation spots in southwest Virginia.
- Casemate MuseumVisitor Center · not watchable
Located within the fort walls, the museum highlights a topical history of Point Comfort and Fort Monroe.
Cave Mountain Lake Family CampCampground · 40 sitesOverview Cave Mountain Lake Family Camp is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors to enjoy the rustic and peaceful getaway.
Cave Mountain Lake Group CampCampground · 1 sitesOverview Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors to enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of…
Cave Mountain Lake Group Picnic ShelterCampground · 1 sitesOverview Cave Mountain Lake Group Picnic Shelter is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors to enjoy the rustic beauty and…
Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableThe Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center contains exhibits about the battles at Chancellorsville, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania Court House and a…
Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping PermitsCampground · 8 sitesOverview Looking for some peace and quiet? Want to get back to nature, listen to the sounds of the nocturnal world, or simplify your life?
Cold Harbor Battlefield Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableSmall visitor contact station with maps and interpretive displays about the 1862 Battle of Gaines's Mill and the 1864 Battle of Cold Harbor.
- Cold War MuseumFacility · not watchable
In 1996, Francis Gary Powers, Jr. and John C. Welch founded the Cold War Museum to preserve Cold War history and honor Cold War Veterans.
Coles PointCampground · 2 sitesOverview Coles Point Picnic Shelters are tucked in a small opening surrounded by a hardwood forest.
- Collins Cove Horse CampgroundCampground · 11 sites
Overview Collins Cove is a first-come, first-served, primitive campground. Each of the 10 camping units have a wooden picnic table, fire ring, and hitching…
Comer's Rock Recreation AreaCampground · 1 sitesOverview This historic log picnic shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
- Comers Rock Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Located on top of Iron Mountain at 3800 feet, a small primitive campground and historic picnic area await the true outdoor enthusiast.
Craig Creek Recreation AreaCampground · 1 sitesOverview Craig Creek Recreation Area provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities.
Cranesnest Campground (Va)Campground · 31 sitesOverview The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering…
Deer IslandCampground · 22 sitesOverview Deer Island is a boat-access only campground with 21 primitive sites available by reservation only. The sites are non-site specific.
Dickey Ridge Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableDickey Ridge Visitor Center (mile 4.6) is located near Front Royal, Virginia, in the northern part of the Park.
Eastern Front Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableThe Eastern Front Visitor Center is the park's main visitor center, including museum, gift shop, and 18 minute video. The Visitor Center is open every day.
- Elizabeth FurnaceCampground · 33 sites
Overview Vault Toilets are located throughout the family campground and are available year-round. No Firewood available. Hand pump available year-round near…
Elizabeth Furnace Group CampCampground · 2 sitesOverview Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area offers forested trails, campsites and open grassy picnic areas along the tranquil Passage Creek.
- Elizabeth Furnace Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area offers forested trails, campsites and open grassy picnic areas along the tranquil Passage Creek.
EllwoodVisitor Center · not watchableEllwood is located on the Wilderness Battlefield. Ellwood was a slave plantation, a Civil War headquarters and hospital, and its small family cemetery contains…
- Fenwick Mines Day Use AreaFacility · not watchable
Visitors to Fenwick Mines will find trails to hike, ponds to fish, and a picnic shelter (complete with horseshoe pit) that’s perfect for spending a great…
Fenwick Mines PavilionCampground · 1 sitesOverview With ample parking, plenty of picnic tables and three barbcue grills, the Fenwick Mines Pavilion is a great option to host your next outdoor get…
Flatwoods Group Picnic AreaCampground · 1 sitesOverview Flatwoods Group Picnic area is a secluded site surrounded by forest. It is a great facility for family reunions, organization activities and other…
Fort Hunt Picnic AreasCampground · 6 sitesOverview Fort Hunt Park provides six picnic rental areas: Area A, Area B, Areas C1, C2, C3, and Area D. Picnic pavilions are in Area A, B, C-2 and D.
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education CenterVisitor Center · not watchableStart your visit at Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center. Get oriented, see exhibits, and pick up visitor guides.
Fox Creek Horse CampCampground · 21 sitesOverview Fox Creek Horse Camp is a premiere destination for riding enthusiasts who are looking for the rare opportunity to ride from their campsite onto…
Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor CenterVisitor Center · not watchableInside the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center are three rooms with exhibits about the Battle of Fredericksburg and its impact on the nation, a 22-minute…
Freedom MuseumFacility · not watchableThe Freedom Museum opened in July, 1999, at Manassas Regional Airport. The museum's prime purpose is to honor veterans and fallen comrades of recent wars,…
General Grant's Headquarters at City PointVisitor Center · not watchableStation is located in the former plantation home of the Eppes Family. When open, visitors can view a 15 minute video and tour the first floor of the home…
George Washington Birthplace National Monument Picnic PavilionCampground · 1 sitesOverview The Popes Creek Picnic Area Pavilion is located within George Washington Birthplace National Monument.
- Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger DistrictFacility · not watchable
Explore recreational opportunities in the Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger District of the National Forest by activity type below.
Goose PointCampground · 62 sitesOverview Goose Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.
Great Falls Park Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableStop by the Visitor Center desk for trail maps, local information, pamphlets on nearby parks, and information on recreational activities.
GrindstoneCampgroundOverview Grindstone Campground is tucked in the Fairwood Valley among pastures and wooded hillsides.
- Hanging Rock Raptor ObservatoryFacility · not watchable
A one-mile hike from the Hanging Rock parking area will take you to the raptor observatory, sitting high atop Peters Mountain on the Eastern Continental…
- Harrison Lake National Fish HatcheryFacility · not watchable
Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery (NFH) is a 444-acre facility located in the quiet rural setting of Virginia's historic tidewater plantation country.
Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableByrd Visitor Center (mile 51) is located across from Big Meadows in the center of Shenandoah National Park.
- Hawk Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Hawk Campground sits nestled in the Alleghany Mountains surround by a spectacular nature setting.
Henry Hill Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableBegin your visit to the park at the Henry Hill Visitor Center. Here, you can pick up a park brochure, trail guide, or learn about the daily schedule of…
- High Knob (FT #1021) - NRRDFacility · not watchable
Provides access to the High Knob Fire Tower; one of the most outstanding viewing spots on the George Washington National Forest. Portions of this trail are…
Historic JamestowneFacility · not watchableThe Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center is open. The Historic Jamestowne ENTRANCE GATE opens 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily.
Historic Jamestowne - Trail HeadquartersFacility · not watchableThe trail shares a headquarters with Historic Jamestowne, an historic site and visitors center managed by Colonial National Historical Park.
Historic Jamestowne Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableWelcome to Historic Jamestowne! Your visit to Historic Jamestowne can be made more enjoyable and memorable with a little advanced planning and knowledge.
Hopper Creek Group CampCampground · 1 sitesOverview Hopper Creek Group Camp offers a rustic atmosphere under the trees for group camping.
Horseshoe PointCampground · 49 sitesOverview Horseshoe Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virgina's Blue Ridge Mountains.
Humpback Rocks Visitor Center (milepost 5.8)Facility · not watchableThe rock outcroppings on the mountain and the relocated collection of 1890s farm buildings where settlers scratched out a living in the rocky soil makes…
Hurricane CampgroundCampground · 21 sitesOverview Hurricane Campground is one of the best kept secrets in southwest Virginia.
- Hussy Mountain Horse CampCampground · 4 sites
Overview The nonelectric units are available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
- Interior Whistle Stop Day Use AreaFacility · not watchable
The Whistle Stop is a spacious, family friendly place to spend an afternoon. Bring your hotdogs to cook on the grill while the kids splash in the creek, catch…
Jackson Death SiteVisitor Center · not watchableConfederate General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson died in the farm office building of the Fairfield Plantation.
John W. Flannagan Day UseCampground · 2 sitesOverview The John W. Flannagan Day Use Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering visitors…
- Locher Tract (Glenwood & Pedlar)Facility · not watchable
The Locher Tract is a 378 acre area that was once the Locher family’s farm and where they mined shale to sell to the brick-making plant across the river in…
Loft Mountain CampgroundCampground · 202 sitesOverview Perched on top of Big Flat Mountain, this is one of the largest campgrounds in the park.
Longwood ParkCampground · 65 sitesOverview Longwood Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke…
Longwood Park Picnic ShelterCampground · 1 sitesOverview Longwood Park Picnic Shelter is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of…
Lower Twin Campground (Va)Campground · 24 sitesOverview The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering…
- Manassas National Battlefield ParkPermit
Overview: The National Park Service invites the public to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the First Battle of Manassas, through participating in a variety…
Mathews Arm CampgroundCampground · 164 sitesOverview Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of the Shenandoah National Park, Mathews Arm Campground is the ideal spot for a camping getaway.
McClintic PointCampground · 23 sitesOverview Enjoy the easygoing, peaceful vibe of McClintic Point's rustic campground set among scattered trees and open fields.
- Meadowood Visitor Contact StationFacility · not watchable
The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Lower Potomac Field Station (LPFS) is located on Mason Neck in Fairfax County, Virginia.
- Moody Boat LaunchFacility · not watchable
Surrounded by a spectacular nature setting, sits the secluded Moody Boat Launch. Find pleasure in the convenient facility that allows one easy access to the…
Morris Hill CampgroundCampground · 55 sitesOverview Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground for groups of family and friends.
Mount Zion Church Preservation AssociationFacility · not watchableThe historic Mount Zion Old School Baptist Church was founded in 1850 by a splinter group of Old School conservative Baptists from the Little River Baptist…
NPS Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableStart your visit at the National Park Service's Visitor Center in Middletown, Virginia. Pick up maps and a Junior Ranger activity book.
North Bend ParkCampground · 234 sitesOverview North Bend Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke…
Oak Ridge CampgroundCampground · 99 sitesOverview Oak Ridge Campground is a 100-site, wooded campground located in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles (56 km) southwest of Washington, DC.
Old Picnic Area (John H Kerr)Campground · 1 sitesOverview Welcome to John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir! Kerr Lake is a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke…
Old Rag Mountain TicketsTicketsWelcome to Old Rag Mountain, one of Shenandoah National Park’s most popular hikes.
Old Virginia Group Horse CampCampground · 1 sitesOverview Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides group equestrian camping just minutes from a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National…
- Pandapas Pond Day Use AreaFacility · not watchable
Pandapas Pond is a pastoral, 8 acre pond located just outside the town of Blacksburg.
- Pat Jennings Visitor CenterFacility · not watchable
The Pat Jennings Visitor Center serves as the headquarters and gateway to the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Located only 6 miles from I-81, the…
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center (Milepost 85.6)Facility · not watchableVisitors of the Peaks of Otter gain a sense of both the history of community and tourism in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Phillip's Creek Group Picnic AreaCampground · 4 sitesOverview Phillips's Creek Group Picnic area is a secluded site surrounded by forest.
Philpott ParkCampground · 1 sitesOverview Philpott Park is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.
- Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Hiking and fishing opportunities are abundant at Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation Area.
- Potomac Heritage National Scenic TrailFacility · not watchable
The Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is a network of locally managed trails in a corridor through the many contrasting landscapes in the region between…
- Potts Slope Shooting RangeFacility · not watchable
This range is for rifle and pistol practice only. The lanes are sheltered from the sun and each one has a shooting bench that accommodates left and…
Pound River Campground (Va)Campground · 26 sitesOverview The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering…
Prince William Forest Park Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableThe visitor center is half a mile from the park entrance. The current visitor center hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day during Daylight Savings Time.
Prince William Forest RV CampgroundCampground · not watchableThe Prince William Forest Park RV Campground is a concessionaire-operated campground with full hook-ups.
Raccoon Branch CampgroundCampground · 17 sitesOverview Raccoon Branch Campground, nestled at the base of Dickey Knob, offers scenic mountain views, hiking trail access from campsites and cool mountain…
Ranger StationFacility · not watchableThe Ranger Station is located on the left side of the Main Gate to the Filene Center. Brochures, trail maps, and Junior Ranger books are available inside.
Rapidan Camp ToursTicketsOverview: Visitors to Shenandoah National Park, located in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, can visit Rapidan Camp, President Herbert Hoover's…
Raven Cliff Recreation AreaCampground · 1 sitesOverview There are 20 camping units available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each unit has a gravel parking spur, picnic table and fire grill.
- Roaring Run Day Use AreaFacility · not watchable
Roaring Run is a popular get-away for escaping the summer heat. It features shady picnic spots, a native trout stream and a 1 ½ -mile scenic loop trail that…
Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry CampingCampground · 8 sitesOverview Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Campground is a primitive camp located along the Rock Castle Gorge Trail in the Rocky Knob Recreational Area which is…
Rudds Creek Rec. AreaCampground · 96 sitesOverview Rudds Creek Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke…
Salthouse BranchCampground · 110 sitesOverview Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.
- Seekford Boat LaunchFacility · not watchable
Under the deep blue skies, in a clear tranquil area, lies the secluded Seekford Boat Launch.
Sherando Lake Group CampCampground · 5 sitesOverview Sherando Lake Group Camp is a part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area and is popular with family groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, church groups and…
Sherando Lake Group Picnic ShelterCampground · 1 sitesOverview Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter, also known as the Williams Branch Group Picnic Shelter is a part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area.
Sherando Lake Recreation Area Family CampingCampground · 65 sitesOverview Sherando Lake Recreation Area's Family Campground provides an ideal camping destination.
Steel Bridge CampgroundCampground · 3 sitesOverview Steel Bridge Group Campground provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities.
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy CenterFacility · not watchableThe Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia is our companion facility to the Museum on the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Stony Fork CabinCampground · 1 sitesOverview Stony Fork Cabin is a cozy one-bedroom hideaway with most of the comforts of home.
Stony Fork CampgroundCampground · 49 sitesOverview Stony Fork, tucked in a dense forest setting, is located at the foot of Big Walker Mountain beside the Big Walker Mountain Scenic Byway.
Strasburg Visitor & Information CenterVisitor Center · not watchableStrasburg Visitor and Information Center is private land managed as a park by the Town of Strasburg.
Sunrise CabinCampground · 1 sitesOverview Visitors at Sunrise Cabin enjoy outstanding views from the front porch. Sunrise cabin provides visitors with unique opportunity to enjoy the natural…
Telegraph Picnic PavilionCampground · 1 sitesOverview Telegraph Picnic Pavilion is a covered pavilion with twelve picnic tables located in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles (56 km) southwest of…
The Colonies RV Travel Park & Country StoreFacility · not watchableThe Colonies RV & Travel Park is at historic and scenic Fort Monroe National Monument. The Colonies offers RV and tent camping sites.
The Jefferson HotelFacility · not watchableThe Jefferson Hotel, built in 1895 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 1989 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1969.
The Omni Homestead ResortFacility · not watchableThe Omni Homestead Resort, built in 1892 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2013 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1991.
Turkey Run Ridge GroupCampground · 9 sitesOverview Prince William Forest Park is located 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., the park's land was set aside during the Great Depression.
Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableThe visitor center is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m., except for Thanksgiving, December 25, and January 1.
- White Cedar Horse CampFacility · not watchable
Built in 2006, this campground is located on top of Flat Top Mountain. It is perfect for camping with horses; there is plenty of shade and every site has a…
- Whitetop Station Visitor CenterFacility · not watchable
Whitetop Station is a great starting point for an exciting bike ride down the Virginia Creeper Trail. Whitetop Station is a visitor center that shares the…
Wilderness Road CampgroundCampground · 151 sitesOverview Wilderness Road Campground is nestled in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park , where Kentucky,…
- Wolf Gap Recreation AreaFacility · not watchable
Wolf Gap Recreation Area was once the site of a 1930’s African American Civilian Conservation Corps Camp.
Yorktown BattlefieldVisitor Center · not watchableYorktown Battlefield Visitor center is open for access to the Eastern National Bookstore which is open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Yorktown Battlefield Visitor CenterFacility · not watchableThe Yorktown Visitor Center is the orientation point for your visit to Yorktown and Yorktown Battlefield.
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