Philpott Park

Campground · Virginia · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

1
Bookable site
up to 100
People per site
1
Accessible site
1,044 ft
Elevation
View of the Philpott Lake dam.
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

Overview

Philpott Park 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 to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.

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 park features an overlook where visitors have spectacular views of Philpott Lake and the Blue Ridge Mountains. It offers one group camping area and one day-use group picnic shelter.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers and drinking water. A boat ramp, playground, and hiking trail are on-site. The Powerhouse, Dam and Visitor Center are located in the park.

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

  • 1 bookable site
  • 1 site for day use only
  • 1 accessible site
  • Up to 100 people per site
  • Loops: Shelter/Overlook

Site types

  • 1 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Philpott Park

Check-in 8:00 AM · Check-out 8:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001Shelter/OverlookGroup Shelter Electric—Paved—100♿ 🐾

Getting there

From HWY 220, take the Bassett, VA exit onto State Highway 57 West. Stay on 57 West for approximately 6 miles to Philpott Dam Road. Look for brown Philpott Dam sign, turn right and go one mile to the Philpott Park entrance.

36.77611, -80.03694 · 36°46'34.0"N 80°2'13.0"W

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Typical weather

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

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F485259707785878681716151
Low °F262834435361666457463530
Precip in3.73.13.93.54.34.75.04.54.82.93.13.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

More photos

Entrance station at Philpott Lake.
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov
Overview of Philpott Lake.
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

Member photos

Common questions about Philpott Park

Can you reserve a site at Philpott Park?
Yes, Philpott Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Philpott Park have?
1 site.
Are pets allowed at Philpott Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Philpott Park.
Does Philpott Park have hookups?
Electric, Water.

Camping near Philpott Park

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Contact

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

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