The US Army Corps of Engineers operates this seasonal campground along the shores of John H. Kerr Reservoir, three miles from Clarksville. Open April through October, Longwood Campground spreads across forested and open terrain with both electric and non-electric sites arranged in multiple loops.
Most sites feature rock pads for parking and tent setup, with two picnic tables, fire rings, and lantern posts. The campground includes one centrally located bathhouse with hot showers, though some loops rely on pit toilets. A boat ramp provides direct reservoir access for fishing and swimming. Mike C. found that "fishing was even better" than expected during his September visit. Sites vary considerably in size and privacy screening between neighbors.
The $50 nightly rate covers basic amenities including drinking water, trash service, and a dump station. Firewood requires a four-mile trip to a self-service trailer near Route 58. Cell service reaches the campground, though coverage may vary by carrier. Swimming directly from the shoreline draws many visitors during warmer months.
Campers wanting full hookups can check Occoneechee State Park Campground for additional reservoir access with more amenities.
Description
Overview
Longwood Park Picnic Shelter is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. ____ Kerr Reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, was created with the construction of the John H. Kerr Dam in 1952. Its 800 miles of wooded shoreline stretch across six counties and two states and offer countless recreation opportunities for visitors.
Recreation
Public lands around the lake are open to hunting with appropriate state licenses. Game species include whitetail deer, wild turkey, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit, fox and raccoon. Resident waterfowl species include wood duck, black duck, mallard and Canadian geese. ____ There are 26 Wildlife Management Areas around the lake that provide year-round opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, birding and more.____ ________ The lake is widely known for fishing, with large-mouth bass, striped bass, crappie and flathead catfish available. Viriginia Dept of Game and Inland Fisheries regulate hunting and fishing on Kerr Lake on the Virginia side (which is known as Buggs Island Lake).
Facilities
Visitors to Longwood Park Day Use Ara will enjoy the lakeside view. The picnic shelter is located right next to the water. There is a desingated swimming area with a nice sandy beach. There is also a life jacket loaner station that you can borrow and return life jackets if you forgot yours.
Natural Features
Longwood Park is forested and offers plenty of shade. It is located on the Grassy Creek part of Kerr Reservoir.
Nearby Attractions
Longwood Park is located only 10 minutes from Clarksville, Virginia. Shopping, gas, and groceries are available. Clarksville Marina is about 15 minutes away by highway; approximately 30 minutes by water.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLongwood Campground at John H Kerr Reservoir is located in Virginia near Clarksville
Address
13500 HWY 15
Clarksville, VA 23927
Coordinates
36.576814 N
78.548927 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 5/22/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/22/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 5/22/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/22/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
