Virginia Beach KOA
Awesome place
Very clean. Very quite. Will be back more.
5 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Northwest River Park & Campground accommodates pets on all sites with clean facilities and multiple hiking trails leading to riverfront areas. The 763-acre park features tent sites, RV spots with hookups, and pet-friendly cabins within driving distance of Moyock. Dogs must be leashed throughout the campground area, though several open spaces allow for exercise. Sites include picnic tables and fire pits, with recently renovated bathrooms and hot showers available to all campers. Sandy Point Resort Campground on Knotts Island provides waterfront camping with pets and offers additional options including glamping accommodations. The campgrounds maintain quiet hours, making them suitable for campers with well-behaved dogs that don't bark excessively.
Miles of dog-friendly trails surround these campgrounds, with North Landing Beach Campground providing beach access where dogs can enjoy water activities. Most sites require advance reservations through their websites or by phone, with typical check-in times between 2-4pm and check-out by 11am. First Landing State Park Campground offers additional pet-friendly options slightly farther away with extensive trail systems suitable for dog walking. Weather considerations include hot summers where shaded sites become essential for pets, and seasonal ticks and mosquitoes requiring preventative treatments. The campground store at Sandy Point typically stocks basic pet supplies, though bringing your own food, waste bags and portable water bowls is recommended. Sites are generally clean and staff attentive, though visitors should check current pet policies when making reservations as rules may change seasonally.
"Because this area is near wetlands some of the campsites were flooded throughout the weekend."
"Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic."
from $21 - $36 / night
"This location was PERFECT! It warmed up enough to enjoy the beach which was a 5 minute walk from cabin."
"There Is a very nice workout room and a bIllIards room adjacent."
"Campsites are within walking distance to the ocean. VA Beach boardwalk is a short drive away. Beach is dog friendly, obviously pick up after your **dogs. **"
"There is a boat 🚤ramp near the Narrows beach which is either free or costs $4 for people staying at the Park."
Available this weekend
from $32 - $147 / night
"They do have a heated indoor pool, laundry, numerous restrooms, and a great dog park. There is yard/tiki art and paintings around the park."
"We stayed for the weekend with our 4 kids and dog. There were lots of other pups there and tons of activities for the kids."
from $25 - $92 / night
"They have a dog park for your furry friends. One of the best parts of this KOA is the bus service that runs from the campground to Virginia Beach proper."
"Zip lining is close by. Easy access to the troll to the beach is right on site. For as crowded as it was it really was not that loud. Great location to visit and enjoy the beach."
"Liz’s husband(remember, not an employee) started in on us, he was rude, he looked like he was ready to fight and as I’m walking toward the store to get the day pass he was following and harassing me."
"This location is great for that."
from $20 - $60 / night
"Pros* Clean
-Military discount offered
-Pet friendly
-Seasonal and Non-Seasonal Spots
-Open all year round.
-Best campground around.
-Quiet location off Knotts Island."
"Lots to do, right here at your home away from home. The campground hosts several activities. Currituck Ferry is 10 miles away. After a 45 minute ferry ride, you are only a few miles from Kitty Hawk."
from $50 - $90 / night
"The view was beautiful and the weather was great at night to just sit outside and enjoy the view. It was a very quiet camp with a great dog park. I look forward to visiting again soon."
"Dog park, shower house, store, children's play area and they can fill your propane tanks for you. Full hookups with WiFi and cable. Drive through and back in sites with water views all around."
"Wonderful spot away from crowds but close to beach. Tent, RV or “ tiny cabin” options. Clean, quiet and pretty. Canal runs around campground that gives you access to Back Bay. Pool and playground."
"Close to Virginia Beach & Sandbridge. Pet friendly."
from $55 - $85 / night
"Coming to North Carolina, coastal camping is something which has to be on your bucket list."
"Walk to dock overlooking the bay waterfront. Easy drive to the outerbanks and activities. The manager is always available by phone and in person in the late afternoon."











Very clean. Very quite. Will be back more.
OBX Campground was one of our favorite stays! We spent 14 nights in Site 25, a spacious back-in site with a gravel pad, grass, and beautiful views of the pond and sound. Having no neighbor on the driver’s side made it feel wonderfully private.
The campground is peaceful, quiet, and tucked away from the tourist crowds. We enjoyed watching ducks daily, spotting deer in the mornings, and stargazing at night. I felt completely safe walking our dogs at 5 AM.
Water pressure was good, sewer access convenient, and Starlink worked beautifully. AT&T had full bars. Our 50-amp electrical service wasn’t working when we arrived, but maintenance fixed it the following day.
Laundry was affordable at $1.25, and there were two dumpsters, a playground, dock, kayak launch, and even a historic cemetery. No fire rings, so bring an approved raised fire pit.
Dogs are welcome, although there isn’t a dog park or pet waste stations. Watch for sand burrs in the grass! The office dog, Beau, was a bonus.
The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the location was convenient for exploring the Outer Banks. We loved it so much we tried to extend our stay, but they were fully booked!
This campground was very enjoyable. I spent a lot of time at the fishing pier, learning to ID birds I had never identified before. Brown pelicans were everywhere near the sunken ships. I also talked to the Hawkwatch people for a bit.
My campsite was far enough from the bathroom I couldn't hear the door slam, but since I was the only one in the F loop, that wouldn't have mattered. Since the loop was so empty, it was an absolute pleasure.
Had the campground been full, I would have felt too close to the people in tents in the sites next to me.
One great thing was that there weren't tent pads so we didn't have to worry about how to fit two tents on to one tent pad.
This is a long one! Here we go. My partner and I travel for work, we went out of our way to move to this location based on reviews saying this is a great place. We have paid in full for the whole stay which is about little over 2 months. We have been here approx 2 weeks give or take. We work night shift. No activity during the day. Simple easy. Not our first campground by any means. At first, we were excited to experience the amenities and such. Now we’re uncomfortable to try anything out. Why you ask? Situation: first day we move in, we end up next to what seems like the literal only other long term or possibly even permanent resident on the grounds. My service animal alerted me to a trigger, which she left the front door of the camper before we walked out. Recalled her to me once we saw that the perm resident (our neighbor) had what presented as an aggressive dog. (Husky maybe?). Within not EVEN 5 minutes of this event, someone was at our door- instead of asking what is going on we were immediately accused of her running around off leash I guess? We had just woken up from sleeping and it was evening time, time to go to work. Instead of arguing or even offering up ANY facts related to the situation I simply said got it thanks and the interaction ended. I’m thinking to myself well damn. Okay. A week or so maybe goes by? Leash in hand VISIBLE -at the door my dog steps out, I step out behind her- same time same situation. She walks ahead of me to where she will relieve herself, I ask for her to come back next to me, she recalls- neighbors dog loses its mind again. I look up at neighbor and say “just go ahead and call man, I get it”. She calls. This time THREE employees are driving on carts to our site, at this point we’re already leaving for work. I knew it was coming, figured they would for sure ask what’s going on this time. They don’t. The older woman accompanied by two men behind her- simply says “you have been told before you need to leash your dog”. We reply yes we understand. Nobody asks for a description of the events, what’s going on, or if this even happened. The female voice is raised and hostile presenting towards both of us. The man behind her approaches our car and peers into the vehicle I’m not sure if to intimidate or what, but that action was also very ineffective in diffusing the situation and instead very intimidating. And now making us both VERY late to work as this is an extra 15 minute drive to the hospital in which we work at. Seemingly, the word of this permanent resident is all they needed to full on accuse the two of us… of what? I am not sure. My animal has resided all over the country in countless locations, all while working and we have had no issues to date. At this point I am still remaining silent as the female worker continues to educate us on our alleged actions. My concern is that there has been ZERO questioning, only full on accusations. We’re highly uncomfortable at this point. They say “we will be speaking with the general manager tomorrow”, Which also felt threatening. I’d like to add that given the whole situation this wouldn’t matter but since this is happening: earlier that morning after work I had stopped by the front desk, to ask about a package I thought that I sent to the wrong place, but didn’t. The same female was there. I remember thinking wow she’s actually so rude. But I brushed it off. Now looking back she must have some kind of prejudice toward myself and my dog. I’ve never been threatened / accused so one-sidedly in my entire career such as what has been happening at this campground. Our resolution was to request moving sites, however nothing was asked of us WHATSOEVER. As stated we were not given any opportunity to speak on the situation. Will attempt to update review whenever we speak with management of this location. Warning is to be wary of implicit bias in staff, potential favoritism, and inconsistent / unfair conflict resolution, aggressive long term campers, and lack of communication from staff.
We stumbled across Davis Lakes Campground last year when we brought our camper down to visit our son and grandchildren. Originally, we planned to stay closer to Virginia Beach, but after finding Davis Lakes, we decided to give it a try. We were lucky enough to get site F28 right on the lake, and we enjoyed it so much that we came back this year—and even booked the exact same site.
After reading some of the other reviews, I wanted to share our experience because it was very different. Yes, there are some rules regarding dogs at the beach, but they never interfered with our stay. We enjoyed walking our dogs every morning around the campground and lakes, and it was a wonderful way to start each day.
The beach itself was clean, had plenty of nice chairs, and the AquaGlide was an absolute blast. We spent 5–6 hours a day swimming, and surprisingly, the beach never felt crowded.
One thing that really stood out was how fair the prices were. The campground store was stocked with essentials, and unlike many campgrounds, the prices were very reasonable. If you forgot a loaf of bread or wanted to grab a pool float, you didn’t feel like you were being gouged. They also have a cute snack shop, a spacious game room, and an impressive movie selection, making it a great place to spend a rainy afternoon.
The campground itself was clean and very well maintained. Although many of the sites are seasonal, they were neat, well cared for, and nothing like some seasonal campgrounds where sites become cluttered or run down. It was obvious that both the staff and the campers take pride in the campground.
The nightly rates were very reasonable, and while there is a visitor fee, we found it to be completely fair considering the amenities. We had an amazing time with our son and his family, and the campground played a big part in making those memories.
Davis Lakes isn’t a luxury resort, and that’s part of its charm. Its focus is on beautiful lakes, swimming, friendly service, and providing a relaxing camping experience. It reminded me of the kind of campgrounds I grew up enjoying—simple, welcoming, and centered around making great memories.
We’ll absolutely be back. If we lived closer, I’d seriously consider getting a seasonal site myself. In fact, my son is even talking about buying a camper just so he can keep it nearby and enjoy Davis Lakes more often. Many of the employees and seasonal campers are locals who return year after year, and I think that says everything you need to know about this place.
It was very nice visit.
Park stuff are very friendly, sweet, I live the quietness of night time.
This campground was a great location for a Virginia Beach vacation. It’s in the Chesapeake Bay so the water is calm and there is a large sandbar making for shallower waters which is great if you have littles in your trip. It was calming to stay there and spend everyday at the beach. There is hiking and biking paths as part of the park as well. I love that the shower rooms are not gendered so you don’t have a long wait to use one. I went for July 4th and was able to watch the fireworks right from the beach. So that was awesome. Overall good stay.
It did say that the laundry area was renovated and I was highly disappointed to see that it does not show any signs of remodeling. The shower house is tolerable but also I will NOT be using the area. They are not strict enough about kids and the crap they leave everywhere. There is a house near the property where they keep dogs out in a kennel all day in the summer heat who bark (understandably) all day. That’s not their fault. They’re strict about where you stay long term and won’t let you near the pond which is also underwhelming. The front desk girl is very sweet and welcoming. Would have liked to have the same opportunity to be by the water as everyone else. We travel for work- all stays are long term.
Moyock camping areas offer direct access to the Currituck Sound's brackish waters, with most campgrounds situated at elevations below 20 feet. The region experiences humid subtropical conditions with summer temperatures averaging 87°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 30°F. Most campsites in this coastal area feature sandy soil, requiring proper tent stakes or stabilizing equipment for secure setup.
Kayaking in Back Bay: North Landing Beach provides excellent kayaking opportunities with rentals available on-site. "Kayaking is great. Lots of fishing. Ice cream and pizza place open in the evenings," notes Jason B. The calm waters make this an ideal spot for paddlers of all skill levels.
Fishing from shore: First Landing State Park Campground offers multiple fishing spots along its waterfront. A camper reported, "Large, private sites among really cool, bent trees... Close to the bay and a few minutes drive to ocean beaches and the boardwalk. Near plenty of restaurants and activities." Fishing licenses are required and can be purchased online.
Hiking through maritime forest: The park trails at First Landing wind through unique coastal forest habitats. One visitor mentioned, "Hiking and biking in the park," as standout activities available directly from the campground, with most trails being relatively flat and suitable for all skill levels.
Spacious waterfront sites: North Landing Beach campers consistently praise the waterfront locations. "We stayed at North Landing Beach for a week during the 4th of July holiday and while it was very busy, it was quiet and very family oriented. The beach was quiet and relaxing with beautiful sunsets," shared Brandi I.
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention the well-maintained bathrooms at Northwest River Park & Campground. "Very clean campground. The staff is very friendly. The park was very quiet going into the night," wrote Joseph H. Another camper noted, "Plenty of room..showers/bathrooms huge..water NOT at all sites but easy to fill tanks."
Pet-friendly beach access: Many visitors appreciate being able to bring dogs to the water. "North Landing has had quite the facelift since our first visit in 2015. Tons of cottages have replaced the coveted waterfront tent sites," shares Teresa C., who also notes the various accommodation options now available at this dog-friendly location.
Seasonal insect considerations: False Cape State Park Campground requires preparation for bugs. "Bring bug spray—we went in May and the bugs were already overwhelming—including many, many ticks," warns Stephanie J. Insect repellent with DEET provides the best protection during warm months.
Limited services at primitive sites: Some campgrounds have minimal facilities. "Simple in the South. Its nothing fancy. Good place for a nature hike, campfire and one night tent camping. Plan on bringing your own water as there isn't always running water," explains Sally T.
Advance booking requirements: During peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), reservations are essential. Most campgrounds require booking 2-6 months ahead, particularly for weekend stays. "We were on a sellout weekend but was still pretty quiet," reported Jeff B. about Northwest River Park.
Multiple swimming options: Virginia Beach KOA offers alternatives to ocean swimming. "Two great pools, tons of activities for the kids even during the week. They have transportation via Trolly bus that comes through frequently throughout the day," explains Marc W., highlighting amenities that make family camping easier.
Playground accessibility: Many campsites are within easy walking distance of play areas. "Nice pool and playground. Sandy Point is ok. Not back woods camping by any means but it's ok," shares a camper, noting the convenient facilities for keeping children entertained.
Educational wildlife activities: Rangers often lead programs suitable for children. "We've lived so close to this park for so long and I regret not coming sooner," writes Katie M., who enjoyed the nature education opportunities at False Cape State Park with her family.
Site leveling needs: Holiday Trav-L-Park campers note varied site conditions. "The site was half gravel and half grass. The grading wasn't great and the gravel was thin. Lots of water puddles and the grass was swampy," reported Rebecca E. Bring extra leveling blocks, especially after rainfall.
Power reliability: Most campgrounds offer reliable electrical connections. "Not a bad campground, nice area. LOTS of overhead noise from jets (you do get use to it)," mentions Ashley I., indicating that while some environmental factors exist, the utilities remain dependable.
Seasonal rate differences: Winter camping offers significant savings. "Prices come way down during the off season. Much of the facilities are closed but they keep open one of their bathhouses," notes Leo S., explaining that dog-friendly campgrounds near Moyock offer year-round options with varying amenities based on season.
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