Best Glamping near Boydton, VA

Occoneechee State Park yurts provide a distinctive glamping experience on the shores of Buggs Island Lake, featuring comfortable beds and spacious interiors that blend the best aspects of tent camping with cabin comforts. These shoreline accommodations include a small table and chairs inside, while outside features include fire rings, picnic tables, and large decks with rocking chairs perfect for watching lakeside sunsets. Glamping options in the area extend to Staunton River State Park, which houses similar canvas and wood structures in wooded settings with access to hiking trails. At Twin Lakes State Park, about an hour from Boydton, glamping accommodations boast lake views and proximity to water activities. Many yurts throughout these Virginia state parks maintain a rustic aesthetic while providing critical comforts that traditional camping lacks. "This was our first time staying in a yurt and we loved it! It's like tent camping except you get to sleep in a bed," shared one visitor who appreciated the no-setup convenience.

The lakefront setting of these glamping accommodations creates an ideal base for water recreation, with Occoneechee State Park offering direct access to boating, fishing, and paddleboarding on Kerr Lake. Trails throughout the parks provide scenic hiking opportunities with historical markers highlighting local plantation history and featuring old growth forests with centuries-old boxwoods. A splash pad near the glamping sites offers refreshment during summer months, particularly welcome after exploring the park's natural areas. For evening entertainment, the spacious decks around the yurts provide perfect stargazing platforms. According to a camper, "We enjoyed the awesome views, friendly staff, and walking trails." Glamping seasons vary by location, with most sites available year-round though summer months require advance booking due to popularity. Proximity to Clarksville (five minutes away) ensures easy access to supplies and dining options while maintaining the secluded feel of these safari-style accommodations.

Best Glamping Sites Near Boydton, Virginia (10)

    1. Occoneechee State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Clarksville, VA
    8 miles
    Website

    "Kitchens are nicely appointed, rooms are nicely decorated, just bring your own sheets and linens and get ready for a fantastic time."

    "Its like tent camping except you get to sleep in a bed. We stayed in September so the fact that there is no AC or electricity in the yurt was not an issue because the weather was moderate."

    2. Kimball Point Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Boydton, VA
    10 miles
    +1 (252) 438-7791

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Bathrooms: 5/5 clean & air-conditioning in all of them. Sites: 3/5 just average/fine

    Pools: 0/5 no pool

    Beach: 3/5 private beach but not upkept."

    "Picnic tables and great fire pits at each site. Showers/bathrooms are not the closest to sites but if you don’t mind a walk they are not a problem. There are port o johns in one location also."

    3. Staunton River State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Henrico, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 572-4623

    "We camped here again at Staunton River State Park, this time we stayed in site 21, which is an electric site near the bathrooms/showers and one of the best for viewing stars."

    "We got a non-electric site and in November is was in the 30's at night - pretty cold for tent camping! But we bundled up and made lots of fires!"

    4. Bullocksville Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Henderson, NC
    14 miles
    +1 (252) 438-7791

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Bullocksville, has Electric and non electric sites, for the most part, the electric sites are more level and developed."

    "Tucked away in the lush, verdant forests north of Raleigh, here at Bullocksville Park, you’ll discover camping and cabin grounds that are just a short hike from the nearby Lake Kerr, but far enough away"

    5. Callahan's Hideaway

    3 Reviews
    Red Oak, VA
    17 miles
    +1 (434) 471-1699

    $22 - $53 / night

    "Very nice place to walk and lots of sight seeing close by and shor t walk or drive to the water"

    "One mile walk to Buffalo park a beautiful place with lots of history. I love it .Great day for a picnic ."

    6. Thousand Trails Lake Gaston

    12 Reviews
    Littleton, NC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Beautiful location with lots of varied sites. Some are more wooded, some have beautiful water views, all have water and electric, and some have sewage, pump out service is available."

    "Staff was wonderful. Stocked camp store, small grill, but great food."

    7. Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Burkeville, VA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 392-3435

    "Staff there were very helpful and friendly. Bathhouses were updated and meticulously looked after."

    "Easy access to hiking trails and swimming or fishing in the lake. The bathrooms are clean and they have a decent dish washing station.

    All RV sites have H2O and electric."

    8. Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    31 Reviews
    Creedmoor, NC
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Plenty of drive up campgrounds close enough together that you can camp with plenty of sites close enough together that you can have lots of people camping together but still remaining a comfortable distance"

    "Sites are close to bathrooms, with nice clean showers. Also swim beaches, and trails. Can buy firewood on site from entrance. Good spot for families with kids of all ages."

    9. B.W. Wells — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    11 Reviews
    Wake Forest, NC
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $72 / night

    "Wells Campground at Falls Lake felt like stepping into a quiet forest hideaway, where the kids could explore trails, spot eagles over the water, and watch butterflies while we enjoyed campfires under the"

    "Bathroom facilities with hot showers located near every loop. Swimming areas at certain places around the lake. Kayaking and boat access also. Great restaurants and gas stations near by."

    10. Hyco Lake State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Leasburg, NC
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 599-4343

    "We stayed for BRRF nearby. The site was big and good for the short amount of time we spent in it."

    "We had a blast it was the weekend prior Labor Day we fished saw old friends in Virginia and had a wonderful time. The stuff was amazing"

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Glamping Reviews near Boydton, VA

137 Reviews of 10 Boydton Campgrounds


  • M. B.
    Oct. 2, 2021

    Kimball Point Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    Beautiful lake but tight tent sites

    Tent sites are a bit confusing as some share the same car access but split into two lower.

    Some of the lots are marked as tent OR RV which I guess they are but we would probably not boondock here again as it isn't flat but the RV sites look amazing.

    Bathrooms: 5/5 clean & air-conditioning in all of them.

    Sites: 3/5 just average/fine

    Pools: 0/5 no pool

    Beach: 3/5 private beach but not upkept. Loads of rock/Carolina clay/trash sea grass

    Waterfrontness: 5/5 weird water but pretty to look at

    Closeness to other sites: 1/5 you are up each other's buttcracks

    Dog rating: 4/5 no problem but also SO dog friendly we had to be very mindful of others not having their dogs on leash.

  • Katie M.
    Aug. 30, 2021

    Staunton River State Park Campground

    Great activities/family friendly camping

    We camped here again at Staunton River State Park, this time we stayed in site 21, which is an electric site near the bathrooms/showers and one of the best for viewing stars. There is little tree cover and a sort of field behind the campsite where you can set up your telescope and see the stars really well. We were also able to rent one of the telescopes they have at the Visitors center (for free!) and use it throughout the stay.

    We came the weekend after the fourth of July which was hot but surprisingly not too crowded. We participated in some of the parks' programs this time around and it made it such a great experience, especially for the kids. They had smores around the fire on a Friday night, where they handed out smores ingredients around a big campfire near the visitors center and you could chat with other campers. It was so nice! Then they had a outdoor movie afterwards. The next day we went to a "feed the animals" program, where the kids got to meet and help feed all the animals in the visitors center and learn more about them. There were turtles, snakes, fish! The kids loved it! We did the Junior Ranger hike and the kids all got badges. Hopefully the pool will be open next summer because it was so hot and that would have been awesome! But there is another Virginia State Park nearby, Occoneechee, that has a splash pad that we went to. Such a fun time!

  • Brian B.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Epic Cabin Retreat

    Went there with my family in March over spring break. Can’t say this was exactly camping the way we did it, but the cabin was absolutely amazing. Each cabin is probably on a 2 acre plot of land and most of them have fantastic views of Kerr Reservoir.

    Kitchens are nicely appointed, rooms are nicely decorated, just bring your own sheets and linens and get ready for a fantastic time.

  • Maria Mercedes M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    B.W. Wells — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Family Friendly Campground

    B.W. Wells Campground at Falls Lake felt like stepping into a quiet forest hideaway, where the kids could explore trails, spot eagles over the water, and watch butterflies while we enjoyed campfires under the trees. It’s strictly hike-in and tent-only, so we had to pack light and plan carefully, but the trade-off was true peace and space to connect without the noise of RVs or busy roads. With shaded group sites, fire pits, picnic tables, nearby restrooms, and lake access perfect for paddling or fishing, it offered a rustic yet rewarding experience that was still close enough to Wake Forest for a quick meal or supply run when we needed it.

  • J
    Sep. 20, 2020

    Kimball Point Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    Wow

    I’ll be honest. I didn’t know places could be this awesome. We are beginning campers and this was beyond our expectation. The views are incredible. (Be sure to watch the sunset. We went in the fall and I’ve never seen colors so bright.) Most sites are waterfront with the possibility of a beach or at least a bulkhead with water views. Picnic tables and great fire pits at each site. Showers/bathrooms are not the closest to sites but if you don’t mind a walk they are not a problem. There are port o johns in one location also. So many water access points for fishing or entering the water for swimming or kayaking. Boat ramp on location at Kimball Point. Beautiful walking areas but no hiking or long trails. Pavilion area and open lake sitting areas were available. Our site had 50/30/20 amp and I’m assuming most do as well. The website didn’t say that and I see this app has 30 only. Pets were permitted. Park ranger drove around often. The most amazing Dollar General ever was about 10 minutes away if you need a quick trip. Everything from tents to giant fifth wheels were there so it’s a great place no matter what you have.

  • T
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Best family Camping in my opinion in the area

    I love camping here with the family. Plenty of drive up campgrounds close enough together that you can camp with plenty of sites close enough together that you can have lots of people camping together but still remaining a comfortable distance apart. They also have nice bathing facilities for those who dont want to rough it.

  • Michael P.
    Sep. 28, 2020

    Kimball Point Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    Amazing park - Beware of Spot size with TT

    This park is amazing. The majority of spots are water front or close to it. Many of have easy access to a beach. The lake is very clean, unlike some other lakes in NC, and absolutely beautiful sunrise or sunset. Spots are spaced out comfortably with gravel sites and the standard fire pit/grill, table and light hook. Be warned that the sites vary pretty widely in size and grade. We have a 32’ travel trailer that fit in spot 65 with no problem but there were many more that we could not fit in because of the steep grades. Many sites are really best suited for tents (which would be excellent sites) while others are open for Class As. Small bathrooms if you need them didn’t use them so can’t comment on cleanliness. Will absolutely be back.

  • Katie M.
    Jul. 18, 2019

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Great yurt camping!

    This was our first time staying in a yurt and we loved it! 

    Its like tent camping except you get to sleep in a bed. We stayed in September so the fact that there is no AC or electricity in the yurt was not an issue because the weather was moderate. Yurt 1 is a bit of a walk to the bathrooms, that is the only negative thing I can think of. The beds were comfortable. You have to bring your own sheets and pillows.  There is also a small table and chairs inside the yurt. Loved that there was no tent to pack up when it was time to leave! There  was a fire ring and picnic table outside as well as a large deck around the yurt with two rocking chairs. Driving around the campground, there are some fantastic waterfront sites in the same loop as the yurts that we'd love to come back and stay at! They have great views of Buggs Island Lake.

    We did some hiking while we were there but there are not a ton of trails. We spent most of our free time at the splash pad. The kids loved that! 

    Overall this is a great little park! I only gave it 4 stars because there's not a ton to do.

  • K
    Aug. 5, 2020

    Thousand Trails Lake Gaston

    Beautiful! Scenic, Fun and Perfect!

    Beautiful location with lots of varied sites. Some are more wooded, some have beautiful water views, all have water and electric, and some have sewage, pump out service is available. Fire wood delivery from Thumper is incredible. People are extremely nice, and we made lots of friends. A beautiful lake, perfect for fishing, tubing, wakeboarding… Has laundry, but machines weren’t great. I was a little worried about the first come/first serve site assignments, but it works out really well being able to choose your site. Highly recommend for singles, couples, and families with children. We brought our boat and the ramp is a bit steep, but the slips were great. Such a fun lake to explore.


Guide to Boydton

Glamping accommodations near Boydton, Virginia provide direct access to Kerr Lake, known locally as Buggs Island Lake, a 50,000-acre reservoir straddling the Virginia-North Carolina border. The region maintains moderate temperatures through spring and fall with summer highs typically reaching the upper 80s. Most glamping structures in this area sit within wooded settings that offer natural shade during warmer months, though sites at Kimball Point Campground feature more open, lakefront positions.

What to do

Fishing adventures: Occoneechee State Park Campground provides multiple fishing access points with both shoreline and pier options. "Kayaking was the BEST experience I have had yet! Staff more than friendly and very very helpful," notes Julie A. The park maintains a well-stocked marina store for fishing supplies.

Stargazing sessions: Staunton River State Park Campground holds International Dark Sky designation with telescope rentals available at no charge. "The park has been recognized as International Dark sky and there are two telescopes that can be checked out for free at the visitor's center," explains Elena B. Dark sky programs run year-round with special events during meteor showers.

Water recreation: Kimball Point Campground features clear water visibility extending 5-6 feet down. "We really, really enjoyed our stay here. The water is very clear! You can see probably about 5-6 feet down," shares Jess. The lake maintains stable water levels through most of summer, making it reliable for paddling.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the generous spacing between accommodations at Occoneechee State Park. "The sites have ample room and they're spaced far enough apart that you actually have privacy (unless you camp on the waterfront where they're smaller and close together)," reports Lisa M.

Sandy beaches: Kerr Lake features multiple swimming areas with natural sand beaches that provide gradual water entry. "Kimball Point is the BEST. Huge fresh water lake, large camping spots, large sandy beach, playground for kids, very well groomed," says Steven D., highlighting why families return repeatedly.

Educational programs: Twin Lakes State Park Campground offers regular wildlife demonstrations. "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," explains Katie, noting the hands-on nature programs offered throughout summer.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Securing premium waterfront sites requires advance planning. "Very quite, extremely hard to get reservations, need to try 11 months out," advises Steven D. about Kimball Point Campground. Most glamping structures book completely 6-9 months in advance for summer weekends.

Bathroom facilities: Facilities vary significantly between parks. "Bathhouses are ok, hiking trails are good and has a nice fishing pier. Sites are anywhere from close to plenty of distance apart," notes Todd Y. about Falls Lake facilities, which remain open year-round.

Site characteristics: Hyco Lake State Park Campground features some uneven terrain. "A lot of them are sloped. Very hard to level out a RV," warns Danielle W. Some glamping structures have been positioned on custom-built platforms to address this concern.

Utility hookups: Placement of utilities creates challenges at some sites. "Our water and electricity was on the passenger side of our vehicle so it was a good thing we had an extra hose to reach the water as well as a long enough cord to reach the electric box," explains Barb T. Bring extension cords and extra water hoses.

Tips for camping with families

Swimming areas: Thousand Trails Lake Gaston offers structured swim zones. "This is probably our favorite thus far. We like the lake and it's easily accessible. It contains putt putt, pool, store, 2 beaches, dock, fishing areas, playground, and tons of shade," reports Samantha G.

Playground access: Multiple parks feature play equipment positioned near camping areas. "There is a large playground and easy walking trails. The central bathhouses have showers, flush toilets, and utility sinks," mentions Lisa M., noting the convenient facilities for families with young children.

Educational options: Wildlife programs run regularly during summer months. "The visitors center is awesome! We didn't try it this time, but you can rent a telescope for free to view the stars! They have a huge gift shop as well. And a fun playground that the kids enjoyed," shares Katie M.

Tips from RVers

Site selection considerations: Many campgrounds feature terrain challenges for larger rigs. "Be warned that the sites vary pretty widely in size and grade. We have a 32' travel trailer that fit in spot 65 with no problem but there were many more that we could not fit in because of the steep grades," advises Michael P.

Power supply: Most sites offer 30-amp service with limited 50-amp availability. "Sites are extremely close together so there is no privacy at all," notes Leah about Hyco Lake, emphasizing the importance of checking specific site details before booking.

Bridge clearance: Some areas present height restrictions for larger vehicles. "Must have a low boat, or a top that can drop due to many VERY low bridges in the area," warns Kathy G., noting access limitations that apply equally to high-profile RVs.

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