Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Norwood, VA

Searching for the best camping near Norwood, VA? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Norwood campgrounds just for you. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Norwood, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Norwood, Virginia (96)

    1. Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    64 Reviews
    Dyke, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 823-4675

    $30 - $75 / night

    "We arrived around noon and with the hopes of getting a good first-come, first serve site. All of the reserved sites were booked through July."

    "This campground is perfect for those looking to just get away from things for a couple of days."

    2. Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    39 Reviews
    Crozet, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 647-8900

    $35 - $75 / night

    "Misty Mountain Camp Resort is located in Crozet, Virginia, off of 250 below Afton Mountain. I'm familiar with this resort."

    "The winding layout allowed for more distance between other sites. The woods were beautiful with easy walking trails right from the site."

    3. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "Stayed here with three other girls and my dog- it was a great spot! Nice and close to some great trails for our evening walk, and nothing beats staying Inside the NP!"

    "This was a great campground location to many, many National Park Trails. Our stay was during the last week of September. We met up with family who live in the area and got 3 sites hugging the AT."

    4. Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    12 Reviews
    Somerset, VA
    18 miles
    Website

    $50 / night

    "It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice."

    "Such a sweet little spot tucked outside of the Blue Ridge Mountains."

    5. Charlottesville KOA

    8 Reviews
    Covesville, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 296-9881

    $45 - $80 / night

    "We really like the location of this campground as we wanted to explore the VA wine country, Monticello, Skyline Drive and other sites in the area."

    "For the past four or five years I have come to this campground each year in the offseason, April or October, to visit while the temps in Virginia are cooler and less humid."

    6. Dundo Group Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    5 Reviews
    Grottoes, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 823-4675

    $75 / night

    "It was nice not having to drive our trash out!

    We stayed at campsite 3 which is right next to campsite 2. We could hear the conversation from campsite 2 and see them."

    "This campground was really awesome because it’s so close to the skyline drive and Shenandoah. We went on some awesome hikes while we were here. Check out rose river trail and bearfence mountain."

    7. Devils Backbone Camp

    39 Reviews
    Nellysford, VA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 817-9708

    $25 - $140 / night

    "Pets welcome and camping can be made through site. Good for probably new campers or those looking to camp but have a more relaxed trip."

    "You are a quick walk to the brewery and café, where you can grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is nice and dark at the campground, so great for star watching. "

    8. Harrisonburg - Shenandoah Valley KOA

    31 Reviews
    Shenandoah, VA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 896-8929

    "Convenient to the highway and easy to get to. Sites are well spaced. Hookups were well positioned. Walking trail starts at the campground. WiFi worked pretty well. Overall a great KOA."

    "Positive: Friendly staff, close to Shenandoah NP, quiet camping, every site has a fire pit. Negative: Pricing rather high"

    9. Getaway Shenandoah

    1 Review
    Stanardsville, VA
    13 miles
    Website

    10. Small Country Campground

    11 Reviews
    Mineral, VA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 967-2431

    $31 - $109 / night

    "From the bouncing blob to the oversized chess set, from the lakeside beach to the swimming pool, it seems as though plenty of thought has been placed on how to keep a family entertained when in this area"

    "Campground is tucked away but has nice large sites, large lake , pool. Friendly staff"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Norwood, VA

1042 Reviews of 96 Norwood Campgrounds


  • Francelia A.
    Jul. 27, 2025

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    Mom and son new adventure

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort is located in Crozet, Virginia, off of 250 below Afton Mountain. I'm familiar with this resort. Many, many years ago, when it was Yogi Bear's park, a lot of updates since then. Great accommodations. I've not enjoyed camping as much as I have these last 2 weeks with my son Matthew, who is 30 years old down syndrome, autism and a leukemia survivor. I am 66 years old. I'm on the best adventure of my life. Just bought a new motorhome after my partner of 15 years passed away. I'm on a new journey. And taking care of my life with good health. I recommend this park to anyone. Friendly staff, accommodating, pet friendly dog parks, bathhouse, laundry, sun, and shade, with 30 and 50 amp hookups with sewage. I couldn't ask for a better place. Have a fun-loving life, I am!

  • E
    Jun. 13, 2021

    Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views

    Beautiful views & large spots

    Beautiful views. Adjacent to a working farm where cows, sheep, llamas, chickens and roosters can graze next to the campsites.

    The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean.

    It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I’ve ever seen.

    Very nice pool, friendly staff and firewood available for purchase. They will even deliver right to your site.

    Very close to downtown Luray, which has great shops and restaurants. There is a very nice 2 mile long walking trail, the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway, near the campground that will take you right into town.

    Also close by to some excellent hiking, wineries, breweries and distilleries.

  • Joe
    Sep. 29, 2020

    Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River

    Spacious and clean campground

    We recently stayed for a long weekend at the Outlanders campground after we received a referral from a friend and could not have been more happy with our stay.  The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV.  The park and facilities were very clean.  They have a playground for the kids, fishing ponds, cabins, pet friendly with a dog park and they are located right along the Shenandoah river.  You can go tubing on the river but need to provide your own tubes.  The ride down the river from one end of the park to the other is around 30 minutes.  Also for all of the people attached to the internet like us we were able to have plenty of cell signal to hotspot and get internet.

  • B
    Jun. 26, 2018

    Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views

    Great Location for visiting Luray Caverns

    This campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer. There is also a Duke's of Hazzard themed museum and store where they do live music on weekends nearby, it's called Cooter's. This campground is very small but quiet. It does border cow pasture land so when the wind shifts you get the smell but it wasn't constant and it wasn't unbearable. They have 2 swimming pools and a very large dog park. The bath houses were clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this campground.

  • John H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 8, 2024

    Madison Vines RV Resort & Cottages

    Newly renovated, great staff, many amenities, some sites are noisy

    Stayed here for two weeks in early March. Newly renovated campground with a lot of amenities. Very helpful staff. The campground is a lot of money upgrading services, capabilities, and extra activities (St Patrick's Day parade and dinner). While we were there they added street signage (very helpful) and installed a Bocce Ball field. Two fenced dog parks. Campsites are level gravel (no pads). Located near multiple vineyards. Our only complaint was that the sewage connection was slightly higher than the black tank outlet on our Airstream. The majority of camp sites are very close together, and the sites closer to the highway experience highway noise.

  • Elena B.
    Apr. 16, 2022

    Cloverdale Farms

    Camping at Cloverdale

    We’ve got a little 20 acre hobby farm. This historic property has gently rolling hills, with a little creek amidst a couple acres of cleared, open, secluded woodland perfect for pitching a tent and listening to nature. Fields in the back lend a great view for star gazing and looking up at the Milky Way. If the peace and quiet isn’t enough for you, there are pet goats, cats, a dog, and chickens that all love attention. Guests are more than welcome to help in the garden, pick flowers, and enjoy fresh produce and eggs while they’re here. Located 5 minutes from the James River, guests can hop over to the boat landing for fishing, swimming and boating or check out Blanton and Pleasants, a community staple. If you’re a hiker, there’s a state forest and state park just a short 15 minute drive west.

  • A
    Nov. 28, 2021

    Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park

    Will definitely return!

    Pros outweighed the cons.

    Good: Staff was amazing! Trash pickup daily. Level sites. Nice little general store. 9-hole disc golf course. Dog park and playground centrally located. Quiet. Close to shopping, restaurants, etc.

    Bad (if they can be called “bad”): We were excited about cable and wi-fi as a new perk. Could not get cable to work and wi-fi was spotty at our site. Had great signal in other parts of the campground though, and cell reception was strong. Roads were narrow to navigate and some sites quite short in length.

  • G
    Oct. 14, 2021

    Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park

    Scenic clean campground

    Enjoyed our stay at this campground! Office is open until 8pm which is rare. Sites are clean and flat. Pull thru and back in slots available. There is a lovely creek running through portions of the campground. Showers and bathrooms were relatively clean. Didn't use the pool. Dog park and playground were nice features. Overall, good value for the sites and amenities.

  • Mimi B.
    Sep. 25, 2020

    Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park

    Very nice clean rv park

    Located within minutes of I81. We stopped for 2 nights to see the Shenandoah National Park on our way to NC. Called last minute and got a site. Very nice customer service. Grounds were very well kept. Our site 112 had water, 50amp and cable. Dump station on premises. Nice dog park for our fur babies and doggie duty stations with bags in several locations throughout the park. Also had a cute playground for kiddos. Didn't use the pool so can't comment. A little highway noise but when windows and door were closed couldn't hear a thing. We'd stay here again. They honor Good Sam discount. Paid $38 with discount.


Guide to Norwood

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Norwood, Virginia, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet owners like spacious sites and amenities

  • At Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park, you'll find ample space for your pets to roam and enjoy the fresh air, along with essential amenities like drinking water and picnic tables.
  • Misty Mountain Camp Resort offers a family-friendly environment with large RV sites and a variety of activities, making it a great choice for pet owners looking for convenience.
  • Charlottesville KOA features well-kept campsites with plenty of room for pets, along with a dog park for your furry companions to play.

Tips for camping with dogs near Norwood

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Norwood

  • Enjoy hiking with your dog on nearby trails accessible from Small Country Campground, which offers a peaceful rural setting.
  • Take advantage of the fishing opportunities at Horseshoe Flats Campground, where you can relax by the water while your dog enjoys the outdoors.
  • Participate in family-friendly events at Misty Mountain Camp Resort, which often include activities that welcome pets, ensuring everyone has a great time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Norwood, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Norwood, VA is Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 64 reviews.

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