Accessible via drive-in access, Hill by the James provides full hookup camping with electric, water, and sewer connections at $125-150 per night. The campground sits near water features including creek, river, and lake access, though campers should expect rough road conditions during approach.
Full amenities include restrooms, showers, and WiFi connectivity alongside standard campfire permissions and pet-friendly policies. Reservations help secure sites at this established facility. The Wilderness at Belmead offers another option southeast for those exploring Goochland County's camping landscape. Plan for potentially challenging vehicle access despite the drive-in designation.
Description
Hill by the James, nestled in the scenic backdrop of historic Cartersville and idyllic farmlands, offers a unique camping experience for both outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The property offers 6 hilltop acres with creek running through, as well as .21 acres of river frontage. The commons area offers direct access to the James River for tubing, canoeing and fishing!
Our campground is equipped with an RV site on the main property offering water, 50- amp electrical connection and dump site. The riverfront lot is located half a mile down a gravel hill road from the main property. This lot is available for relaxing, tent camping or lightweight RVs. No RV hookup available.
Amenities include use of our "party barn", a historic hog barn renovated into a conditioned living space with washer/dryer, bathroom with shower, full kitchen, Smart TV and wifi. Deck off the barn offers lounge chairs and view of wildlife galore! A covered concrete patio space offers a blackstone and gas/charcoal grill. A fire pit area is available for warm gatherings with family and friends. Our campground is pet and child friendly. A large flat yard offers ample space for yard games and children can enjoy our trampoline.
Local attractions include a "vineyard loop," 3 vineyards within a 15-minute radius of the property (Rasawek, Byrd Cellars and Elk Island), Bear Creek Lake State Park within 30 minutes, Farmville within 50 minutes, Powhatan & Goochland within 30 minutes and Charlottesville/Richmond within 1 hour. Cartersville offers small town charm with Blanton & Pleasants, an old-timey general store featuring antiques, hardware, barber shop and live music! Two Public water access for boats, kayaking, etc within 10 minutes (Columbia and Carterville)
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHill by the James is located in Virginia near Goochland
Directions
Turn onto Amptill Road follow to the end. Turn right onto S River ct. First right after Chicken House. Please drive through grass to access property and pick your camping spot. RV hook up is to the right of the covered patio.
Coordinates
37.702353999999985 N
78.09669600000001 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 44 min from Richmond, VA
- 45 min from Charlottesville, VA
- 1 hr 19 min from Staunton, VA
- 1 hr 27 min from Lynchburg, VA
