Can you reserve a site at Goose Point?

Yes, Goose Point is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Goose Point have?

63 sites in total, of which 62 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Goose Point?

82 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Goose Point?

Yes, pets are allowed at Goose Point.

Are campfires allowed at Goose Point?

Campfires are allowed at Goose Point. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Goose Point, Virginia — 62 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Goose Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors.

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.

Facilities

The campground has spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It offers 63 campsites, 53 of which have electric and water hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station.

For family-friendly entertainment, a beach, boat ramp, dock, fishing pier, picnic shelter, playground and amphitheater are also on-site.

During non-peak season (November-March), the campground and bathhouses are closed. The boat ramp is open and there is a vault toilet. No drinking water is available.

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (276) 344-8878.

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

62 bookable sites
63 sites in total, including non-bookable
2 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 82 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: LOOA, LOOB, LOOC

Site types

52 Standard Electric
10 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

63 campsites at Goose Point

Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
45	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
46	LOOA	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
47	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
48	LOOA	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
49	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
50	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
51	LOOA	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
52	LOOA	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
53	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
54	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
55	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	12	🐾
56	LOOA	Management	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
57	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
58	LOOA	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
59	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
60	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
61	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
62	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
63	LOOA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
35	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
36	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
37	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
38	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
39	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
40	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
41	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
42	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
43	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
44	LOOB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
01	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	46 ft	6	🐾
02	LOOC	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	55 ft	6	🐾
03	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	43 ft	6	🐾
04	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	43 ft	6	🐾
05	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	46 ft	6	🐾
06	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	49 ft	6	🐾
07	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	48 ft	6	🐾
08	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	48 ft	6	🐾
09	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	47 ft	6	🐾
10	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	58 ft	6	🐾
11	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	53 ft	6	🐾
12	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
13	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	61 ft	6	🐾
14	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
15	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	49 ft	6	🐾
16	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	6	🐾
17	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	49 ft	6	🐾
18	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	82 ft	6	🐾
19	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	52 ft	6	🐾
20	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	42 ft	6	🐾
21	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	63 ft	6	🐾
22	LOOC	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
23	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
24	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	43 ft	6	🐾
25	LOOC	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	46 ft	6	🐾
26	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	58 ft	6	♿ 🐾
27	LOOC	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	36 ft	6	🐾
28	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	43 ft	6	🐾
29	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	37 ft	6	🐾
30	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	42 ft	6	🐾
31	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	75 ft	6	♿ 🐾
32	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	61 ft	6	🐾
33	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	27 ft	6	🐾
34	LOOC	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From HWY 220, take the Bassett, VA exit onto HWY 57 West. Go approximately 10 miles to Goose Point Road. Look for brown Goose Point Park sign, turn right, then go 5 miles on a paved road to the park entrance.

36.80389, -80.05722 · 36°48'14.0"N 80°3'26.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 87°F in Jul, down to 48°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	48	52	59	70	77	85	87	86	81	71	61	51
Low °F	26	28	34	43	53	61	66	64	57	46	35	30
Precip in	3.7	3.1	3.9	3.5	4.3	4.7	5.0	4.5	4.8	2.9	3.1	3.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Goose Point

Can you reserve a site at Goose Point?: Yes, Goose Point is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Goose Point have?: 63 sites in total, of which 62 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Goose Point?: 82 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Goose Point?: Yes, pets are allowed at Goose Point.
Does Goose Point have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Goose Point?: Campfires are allowed at Goose Point. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Goose Point

Salthouse Branch 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Horseshoe Point 2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Philpott Park 2.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Camping 15.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rocky Knob Campground 16 mi · Campground · we watch it
Caldwell Fields Group Campground 39.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Boley Field Group Campground 40.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rocky Knob Visitor Center (Milepost 169) 16.2 mi · Facility
Visitor Center 28.3 mi · Facility
Pandapas Pond Day Use Area 40.1 mi · Facility
Blacksburg Shooting Range 40.3 mi · Facility
Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213) 46.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone (276) 629-1847
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Goose Point