Cabin camping in Baskerville, Virginia is located in the southern Virginia Piedmont region, characterized by rolling hills and woodlands at elevations between 300-500 feet. This area experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F from June through August, making waterfront cabins particularly desirable. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F, with occasional freezing nights from December through February.
What to do
Stargazing at night parks: Staunton River State Park offers exceptional night sky viewing as an officially designated International Dark Sky Park. "If you love stargazing this is the park for you. It is an International Dark Sky Park. The park offers rentals of telescopes too," notes a visitor at Staunton River State Park.
Watercraft activities: Kerr Lake (Buggs Island Lake) offers 850 miles of shoreline for boating and fishing. "We paddled around Bugg's Lake. Used the boat launch near the office - nice place to put in," shares one camper who experienced Occoneechee State Park.
Swimming in natural settings: Multiple lakes provide swimming opportunities beyond just pools. At Bullocksville Park, "There's a nice beach area and the park seems to offer boat rentals. The kids loved that!" according to a camper who praised the Bullocksville Campground swimming areas.
What campers like
Spacious lakefront sites: Many cabins and campsites offer direct water views and access. "Very happy I drove around first before reserving a site. Not all sites are flat and some are very hard to drive into. Many have very nice lake views, and some are totally private!" notes a reviewer at Bullocksville Park.
Fishing access from sites: Some waterfront cabins allow fishing without leaving your accommodation. "I tent camped and it's really nice being right on the water. Nice to fish right from your campsite," explains a camper at Lake Gaston Americamps.
Historical structures: Rustic cabins at some parks have historical significance. "The cabins are rustic (they date back to 1936) but very cozy and clean. While staying there I saw a skunk, a groundhog, several deer and a great variety of birds," describes a visitor at Staunton River State Park who appreciated the vintage architecture.
What you should know
Site selection matters: Not all cabin and tent sites are created equal. "Sites were alright but this place is more for RVs. Hiking was not bad but not very many miles. Outside the park was sketchy so make sure you have all you need," advises a camper at Medoc Mountain State Park.
Tent pad surfaces vary: Some campgrounds have restrictions on tent placement. "The tent only sites are on the water so the view is pretty, but not private. The picnic tables and fire rings are at the bottom of hill so when it rained, water ran down the hill and it became very muddy where we eat," reports a Lake Gaston Americamps visitor.
Seasonal availability: Some amenities and activities change with seasons. "Since we only stayed one night we didn't get to explore the park much but it looks fantastic and we can't wait to go back some time this summer. The gkids brought their bikes and loved riding around the park. It was rather empty since it was still technically winter," explains a winter visitor at Staunton River State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for children: Swimming areas at many parks offer child-friendly features. "We spent most of our free time at the splash pad. The kids loved that!" reports a family at Occoneechee State Park, highlighting the water features beyond standard pools.
Educational programs: Many parks offer ranger-led activities. "Park rangers had great kids programs including animal feeding frenzy where we learned about snakes and turtles and we invoked in feeding. Also lots of any pelts to learn about," shares a visitor at Twin Lakes State Park.
Multiple cabin sizes: Family-friendly cabins range from one bedroom to three bedrooms. "We have a larger trailer so we had to stay in the equestrian area. There weren't showers by us but there was 1 bathroom. The site is spacious and secluded although the few sites are packed into each other," notes a visitor with children at Occoneechee State Park.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant adjustment for RVs. "Most sites are 30 amp and are unlevel. Some are a challenge to get your unit level," warns a visitor at Lake Gaston Americamps who noted the terrain issues.
Pull-through availability: Some parks offer easier access sites. "This is the perfect place to jump off 95 and spend a night. Easy in, flat sites and clean well lit bathhouse," mentions a reviewer at the RV Resort at Carolina Crossroads, highlighting the convenience for overnight stays.
Bathhouse proximity: Consider distance to facilities when selecting sites. "Bathrooms were clean but had to drive to them from the tent sites. Luckily they have a set of porta potties closer to the sites for easy use," explains a Lake Gaston visitor discussing facility access issues.
