Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Blue Ridge Parkway

Join the fun near Blue Ridge Parkway. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Blue Ridge Parkway is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Blue Ridge Parkway, VA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Blue Ridge Parkway (168)

    1. Stone Mountain State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Roaring Gap, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 957-8185

    $17 - $72 / night

    "Great park with large sites and plenty of space between sites.Bathrooms were clean and we'll maintained.plenty of hiking and creek wading opportunities as well as fishing.also the Blue Ridge Parkway is"

    "We stayed here one night passing through on our 3 week trip of SHEN NP, Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains NP."

    2. Wagoner — New River State Park

    17 Reviews
    Jefferson, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 982-2587

    $27 - $72 / night

    "Beautiful days hiking nearby, cold nights. Pet friendly. Pretty clean bath house. Visitors center nearby. Sites were mostly level, with gravel, fire pit, picnic table."

    "Also they have a pole there to hold your pets while setting up. I think we will go back."

    3. Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    14 Reviews
    Sparta, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 372-8877

    $30 - $45 / night

    "This campground is quiet, shaded, and right on the blue Ridge parkway. It's high in elevation so it's cooler than the surrounding areas. There are trails you can hike from camp."

    "Friendly and picturesque campground on the blue ridge parkway. One side for tents, with RVs across the parkway."

    4. Raccoon Holler Campground

    6 Reviews
    Glendale Springs, NC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 982-2706

    "Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway this campground is a great out of the way destination. Offers full hookup as well as tent camping. Quiet and very clean. Highly recommended !"

    "I picked this campground because it was very close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My plan was to ride my motorcycle through this beautiful area of NC, but the rain didn't cooperate this trip."

    5. COE W Kerr Scott Reservoir Bandits Roost Campground

    18 Reviews
    Wilkesboro, NC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 921-3190

    $20 - $85 / night

    "My wife and I biked/ ran the trails nearby. Our dogs loved walking around the campground. Some nice wooded tent sites that a very large areas. Our spot was a two level site."

    "Swimming, kayaking, boat launch, small hiking trail. Sites have a fire pit, picnic table (it’s really heavy!) and a grill. I loved how each site is fairly unique."

    6. Twin Rivers Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Crumpler, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 982-3456

    "Twin rivers campground is located in Crumpler NC on the river.  It is a primitive campground with both RV and tent sites. "

    "It seems a little bit of a sketchy drive into the primitive sites, but no one had any problems as far as I know—we certainly didn’t!"

    7. Sandy Creek Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Traphill, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 957-8525

    "The grounds are adjacent to the Stone Mountain State Park. Very fun long weekend at a family friendly campground. Would definitely camp here again!"

    "Stayed there for a weekend, great location close to Stone Mtn park. Hiked from there into the state park. Very clean kept campground and nice owner"

    8. Basin Cove — Blue Ridge Parkway

    3 Reviews
    Blue Ridge Parkway, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 348-3487

    "Near a creek as well. Just follow the basin creek trail for about a mile and then cross bridge."

    "This camp ground is very small and on the side of a very quiet road next to beautiful fields with breath taking views it has no paved roads so bring a truck or suv sedans will get stuck easily there is"

    9. Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    27 Reviews
    Todd, NC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 406-4226

    $25 - $136 / night

    "It offers RV, drive in and hike in tent sites and also teepee camping."

    "There is a place to wash dishes outside as well. Fantastic walking trails - some parts quite steep but we got a good workout through the woods on the property."

    10. Peak Creek RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Scottville, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 909-5484

    $60 - $65 / night

    "Great attractions close by. West Jefferson, home of Ashe Cheese, and much more, less than 30 minutes away."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Blue Ridge Parkway

1187 Reviews of 168 Blue Ridge Parkway Campgrounds


  • Joe F.
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Stone Mountain State Park Campground

    Nice and quiet

    Great park with large sites and plenty of space between sites.Bathrooms were clean and we'll maintained.plenty of hiking and creek wading opportunities as well as fishing.also the Blue Ridge Parkway is close by for exploring.

  • Chris R.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    A great campground in the Blue Ridge Mountains

    This campground is quiet, shaded, and right on the blue Ridge parkway. It's high in elevation so it's cooler than the surrounding areas. There are trails you can hike from camp. There is a basic dump station at the entrance as well as potable water.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    Beautiful setting by the Blue Ridge Parkway

    I was looking for a campground in the latter half of April and so many of the NF and NP campgrounds were not yet open. My plans had been up in the air, so I hadn’t made reservations anywhere. Jumped on The Dyrt and located this KOA just off the Blue Ridge Parkway that was ideally located for my exploration of the area AND I was able to make a late reservation on a weekday night. The campground was much busier when I departed on a Friday morning. 

    Like many KOAs, this has a combination of tent sites and well-equipped RV sites, ranging from back-in to pull-through as well as cabins. I’ve stayed at a few, but not many KOAs and this one had some amenities that I think are worth calling out. In addition to a pet play area, there are a few sites(51, 43& 45) with pet backyards, fenced in areas for your pet to roam and play. For the tent sites there are a couple (T84& T86) with a shared covered kitchen area plus sail-style awnings. There’s also a separate kitchen pavilion for the all campers near site 83. I didn’t explore the seasonal sites, but they are available and somewhat separate from the short-term campers. 

    There’s a small camp store, laundry room, clean bathrooms with showers. Firewood can be delivered to your site. They’ll lead you to your site and help you get situated if necessary. I was in site 10, a back-up site with a slight incline. It was quiet apart from the creaking trees during a windstorm😊. 

    In peak season, there’s a pool, a small pond (catch& release unless you want to pay), ping pong, rock mining, etc. They have great wifi (they sent a text to campers to let them know they were working to get the cable restored, but in the meantime people could use the wifi to stream movies if needed). I didn’t have a need to use it as I was able to get what I needed on my phone(Verizon). 

    If you’re traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, you may want to make this an overnight stop or use it as a base to explore in different directions. I went online and discovered that Mt Airy(of Andy Griffith fame), was nearby, so I wandered into NC to explore that. I also drove along the Parkway and enjoyed Mabry’s Mill(a lot of activities were closed due to COVID, but I expect they’ll start returning to former levels as restrictions ease). On an early trip, I recall learning about making moonshine as well as the functions of the scenic mill.

  • M
    Oct. 25, 2021

    Flintlock Campground

    Friendly, fun, convenient

    Flintlock Campground is near Boone, NC, Appalachian State University and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Staff are friendly and helpful. There are many nearby activities for all ages and interests.

  • J
    May. 27, 2021

    Raccoon Holler Campground

    Hidden Gem

    Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway this campground is a great out of the way destination. Offers full hookup as well as tent camping. Quiet and very clean. Highly recommended !

  • C
    Feb. 23, 2022

    Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    Great location!

    Had a nice stay here. Staff helped us get backed in. They have a nice shop and amenities. Even have propane refills available. Very close to the blue ridge parkway. It was nice and quiet during our 3 night stay. I would go back for sure!

  • T
    Sep. 29, 2020

    Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Easy Weekend Escape at a Mountain Lake

    This campground is located right on the Blue Ridge Parkway with a nice lake for fishing, boating, and SUP. No swimming.

    The campground has a wide variety of sites some are great, some leave a lot to be desired. Research your site carefully. It is a National Park and alcohol and dogs are allowed so things can get loud at night. Pack your earplugs.

    Lots of good hikes nearby, right off the Parkway. They are often busy on the weekends especially during Fall Leaf color season. Boone and Blowing Rock very close making it easy to get provisions.


Guide to Blue Ridge Parkway

Experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway while enjoying a camping trip with your furry friends. There are several pet-friendly campgrounds that cater to both you and your pets, ensuring a memorable outdoor adventure.

Pet owners like spacious sites and amenities

Tips for camping with dogs near Blue Ridge Parkway

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Blue Ridge Parkway

  • Enjoy hiking the scenic trails at New River State Park where pets are welcome to join you on your adventures.
  • Spend a day fishing or kayaking at Fort Hamby Park, where your dog can enjoy the water alongside you.
  • Explore the beautiful surroundings of Twin Rivers Family Campground, which offers opportunities for tubing and fishing, perfect for a fun day out with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which campgrounds on the Blue Ridge Parkway allow pets?

Most Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds are pet-friendly. Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway welcomes dogs, with pets permitted at both tent and RV sites. Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway also allows pets throughout their shaded, quiet camping areas. These campgrounds typically require pets to be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times, properly supervised, and never left unattended. Remember to clean up after your pet and be considerate of other campers, as excessive barking may result in being asked to leave.

Are dogs allowed on hiking trails in the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Yes, dogs are generally allowed on most hiking trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway, making it a great destination for outdoor adventures with your canine companion. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway provides easy access to trails where dogs are permitted. Similarly, Stone Mountain State Park Campground offers plenty of hiking and creek wading opportunities that are dog-friendly. Always keep your dog leashed, bring waste bags to clean up after them, and carry enough water for both you and your pet. Some sensitive ecological areas may restrict pet access, so check trail-specific rules before heading out.

What are the leash requirements for pets on the Blue Ridge Parkway?

The Blue Ridge Parkway requires all pets to be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. This rule applies throughout the parkway's facilities, including campgrounds like Raccoon Holler Campground and Steele Creek Park & Campground. The leash requirement helps protect wildlife, vegetation, and ensures the safety of your pet and other visitors. Pets must never be left unattended, even if leashed, and should always be under physical control. Electronic or voice control is not sufficient. Remember to bring waste bags and properly dispose of pet waste in designated trash receptacles.

Are there pet-friendly cabins or lodging options along the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Yes, several lodging options near the Blue Ridge Parkway welcome pets. Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA offers pet-friendly accommodations with convenient access to the parkway. The staff is helpful and they provide nice amenities including a shop and propane refills. Flintlock Campground near Boone also allows pets and provides access to numerous nearby activities. When booking, always confirm specific pet policies, potential breed restrictions, and any additional pet fees, as these can vary by location and may change seasonally.