We have long considered Virginia to be one of the most underrated states for camping in America. Virginia has camping in the mountains, and near the sea. There is camping along many rivers and along the quiet shores of the Chesapeake Bay. The entire state is also packed with historical and cultural sites–and many of them are near campgrounds. Virginia state park campgrounds are also excellent and a point of pride among Virginia’s RV owners and tent campers.
Virginia state park campgrounds are beautiful and in most cases, incredibly well maintained. Many of the campgrounds within the system also have sites with water and electric that are quite affordable at around $35 dollars per night.
We are thrilled to have Campin’ Erin on the RV Atlas this week to discuss Virginia’s state park campgrounds. In particular, three of her absolute favorites: Douthat State Park, Pocahontas State Park, and James River State Park. To listen to Jeremy interview Campin’ Erin please click on the media player above–or subscribe to The RV Atlas wherever you get your favorite podcasts.
Or read on below to find out a little bit more about these three Virginia state park campgrounds.
All photos compliments of Campin’ Erin. Thanks Erin!
Douthat State Park
Photo Compliments of Campin’ Erin
Douthat State Park campground is Campin’ Erin’s new favorite. This campground is located in the mountains and is a bit cooler in the summertime. There is a lake in the state park that is great for swimming, fishing, and recreation. The beach here is terrific and has excellent mountain views. There are three different camping areas in the park–and Campin’ Erin likes White Oak the best because of its shaded sites. Whispering Pines is open year around and more out in the open–and there is a third camping area right by the lake. Cabins and Lodge rooms are also available.
To find out more about camping at Douthat State Park–please click here.
Pocahontas State Park
Photo Compliments of Campin’ Erin
Pocahontas State Park is only 20 minutes away from Richmond–but it feels like it is a world away from the city. Recreational opportunities are abundant in this state park with options for boating, hiking, and swimming and playing in their epic aquatic center. There are also terrific educational and cultural programs that take place at the park’s 2,000-seat amphitheater (pictured above). Campin’ Erin loves the campgrounds here because they have huge campsites and feel very private and removed from some of the hustle and bustle in the rest of the park. There are lots of options for cabins and yurts here–making it a great place for camping with friends and family that don’t tent camp or RV.
To find out more about camping at Pocahontas State Park–please click here.
James River State Park
Photo Compliments of Campin’ Erin
Virginia state park campgrounds are so beautiful–and James River State Park is definitely one of the prettiest. Located in Gladstone, Virginia in south central Virginia–this state park features a lovely campground set among rolling hills. There are 16 cabins here and there are also lodges available that can accommodate multiple families at a terrific price. The RV sites feature water and electric at a bargain price and some of them can accommodate rigs up to 40 feet. Campin’ Erin and her family loved the natural playground–and you will too!
To find out more about James River State Park–please click here.
