Deer Island
Campground · Virginia · 22 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 22
- Bookable sites
- up to 6
- People per site
Overview
Deer Island is a boat-access only campground with 21 primitive sites available by reservation only. The sites are non-site specific. The closest launch ramp for Deer Island, from April 1st through October 31st, is located in the Salthouse Branch campground. During our non-peak season, from November 1st until March 31st, you may launch from Twin Ridge, Goose Point, or Ramp 1. Potable water and pit toilets are located on the island.
Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html
Recreation
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.
Natural Features
Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.
Nearby Attractions
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.
The facts
- 22 bookable sites
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: Deer Island
Site types
- 22 Boat In
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
22 campsites at Deer Island
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1D - 21D | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 1 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 10 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 11 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 12 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 13 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 14 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 15 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 16 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 17 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 18 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 19 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 2 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 20 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 21 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 3 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 4 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 5 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 6 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 7 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 8 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 1D - 21D 9 | Deer Island | Boat In | — | — | Boat In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
The closest launch ramp for Deer Island, from April 1st through October 31st, is located in the Salthouse Branch campground. During our non-peak season, from November 1st until March 31st, you may launch from Twin Ridge, Goose Point, or Ramp 1 near the Philpott Marina.
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Common questions about Deer Island
- Can you reserve a site at Deer Island?
- Yes, Deer Island is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Deer Island have?
- 22 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Deer Island?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Island.
- Are campfires allowed at Deer Island?
- Campfires are allowed at Deer Island. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Contact
- Phone 540-365-7005
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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