Best RV Parks & Resorts near Breaks, VA

Breaks Interstate Park Campground provides full hookup RV sites with electric, water, and sewer on gravel pads in a mountainous setting. Both Paintsville Lake State Park and Jessie Lea RV Park accommodate RVs with water and electric hookups, offering pull-through sites for easier access. "The sites are nice and not on top of each other. They are a nice finer type gravel and mostly level. Big patio area with a picnic table and fire pit," noted one visitor about Paintsville Lake. Natural Tunnel State Park Campground features spacious sites at the Lover's Leap loop with 50-amp service and water connections, while Sugar Hollow Campground provides big rig accessibility with 50-amp electric and water hookups on relatively level terrain.

Navigating to campgrounds in this mountainous region requires careful planning, as many access roads involve steep climbs and sharp turns. According to one visitor, "The roads to this amazing State Park are two lane and twisting. We have a 38' 5er and a CrewCab Dually tow vehicle. We didn't have a lot of issues getting here but it is quite mountainous." Cell service varies significantly between parks, with Paintsville Lake reporting limited Verizon coverage but functioning WiFi. Most campgrounds in the region maintain sanitary dump stations, and many offer firewood for purchase on-site. Between April and October, campground availability becomes limited, with several parks reporting full reservations throughout summer months. Pet policies generally allow leashed animals, though specific restrictions may apply at individual campgrounds.

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Best RV Sites Near Breaks, Virginia (43)

    1. Backwoods Camping & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Williamson, WV
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 426-2910

    $10 - $160 / night

    "We tent camped and there were only a couple rvs in the park so it was quiet besides the motorcycles and rvs up and down the main road. They have showers and bathrooms. Fire pits and picnic tables."

    "The staff are very easy to work with - they will sell and chop the wood you need, let you put your tent in any of the open grass areas around the lot and they are flexible on arrival."

    2. Jessie Lea RV Park and Campground

    8 Reviews
    Big Stone Gap, VA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 523-0055

    "Many pull through sites. Grass between each site. Fire pits and picnic tables at each site. Very nice owner, very friendly. The bath house was clean and decorated very nice."

    "Quaint park tucked away in the hills of VA in Big Stone Gap next to South Fork Powell River. Although our site is right on top of our neighbor, that is NOT the norm."

    3. Portal 31 RV Park

    1 Review
    Lynch, KY
    42 miles
    +1 (606) 848-1530

    "This small park is located across the street from an exhibition coal mine, portal 31. It is in the former train depots former switch yard. Small, with electric hookups and a communal water spout."

    4. Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping — Natural Tunnel State Park

    3 Reviews
    Duffield, VA
    48 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Booked a 3 night stay over the weekend and had the primitive camping area to ourselves. 5 spots with tent pads, picnic tables, fire pit, hanging poles, and bear box."

    "Just happened to be the one day a year the tunnel is open to walk through (it’s an active railroad and closed otherwise)."

    5. Breath of Dawn

    1 Review
    Mendota, VA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 880-8551

    $28 - $150 / night

    "Small rock fire pit and log bench. Excellent views and lots of deer and birds about."

    6. Riverside Campground

    7 Reviews
    Abingdon, VA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 628-5333

    $28 - $40 / night

    "This is a privately owned and operated small campground that's been in the family for years. When I say its quiet, there were only 5 others camping there."

    "There are about 8-10 sites that are right behind the pool and more sites down a short hill all along the river. This campground accommodates tents, pop ups and RV's comfortably."

    7. Natural Tunnel State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Duffield, VA
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 940-2674

    "The views are spectacular, Camping with electric, water and showers was just a bonus to all the beauty around us and pet friendly. Great people all around and we felt so welcomed."

    "The office was closed so we grabbed a park map and headed to back-in site 10 with 50 AMP and water. Our tags were already on our site post so we did not have to check in."

    8. Carr Creek State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Carr Creek Lake, KY
    Website
    +1 (606) 642-4050

    $28 / night

    9. Paintsville Lake State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Staffordsville, KY
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (606) 297-8488

    $25 - $35 / night

    "Nice, small campground, most sites are back in but there are a few pull through sites. The staff were friendly and the campground seems maintained fairly well. No wifi and Verizon is touchy."

    "Nice level, large sites with full hookups. Close to many local attractions in and around Paintsville. Only drawback was lack of any Verizon signal."

    10. Sugar Hollow Campground

    9 Reviews
    Bristol, VA
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 645-7275

    $20 / night

    "Very secluded feeling, we had no one around us. Very clean and close to town conveniences."

    "Back in the woods very close to city but very quiet shade for most of the day has Wi-Fi and cable only down fall is theirs not water at every site bath house is dated but clean"

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170 Reviews of 43 Breaks Campgrounds


  • Thomas H.
    Mar. 29, 2022

    Paintsville Lake State Park Campground

    Nice lake, rec area and campground all nestled together

    Spent the night here passing through. I did make a reservation just in case but there were a couple sites open. Nice, small campground, most sites are back in but there are a few pull through sites. The staff were friendly and the campground seems maintained fairly well. No wifi and Verizon is touchy. Out in the recreation area I had one bar and LTE though the data seemed pretty good. My site was right at the beginning of the campground. Inside my camper I could only get a signal if I put my phone in the window. The signal was good enough to stream and FaceTime but if I took it out of the window I’d lose signal.

    The sites are nice and not on top of each other. They are a nice finer type gravel and mostly level. Big patio area with a picnic table and fire pit. Some of the sites at the front will give you a decent view of the lake, site 18 being the best I believe, I was in site 20.

    It’s open year round according to the website. Not sure how big rig friendly it is and I couldn’t find any information on the website, I’d call first. I don’t recall seeing any 5th wheel or motor homes back there.

    Overall, very nice campground and I would visit again. There is an 1850’s mountain house in the park just prior to the entrance to the campground/recreation area. There is a fee and you’ll have to check the hours. I forgot to take a picture but the song on the gift shop door said certain days by appointment only and I think Friday thru Sunday they were open for a period of time.

  • Julie
    Sep. 21, 2020

    Breaks Interstate Park Campground

    Great Way to Getaway

    The Breaks are considered the “Grand Canyon of the south”. Great mountaintop views, hiking, geocaching, kayaking, paddle boats, a zip line, and seasonal white water rafting all available. A few miles from the campground you’ll even find river access with a sandy beach for summer fun. A wonderful getaway when you want to be away from it all. Several campground sections to choose from with primitive sites to full hookup with electric, water, and sewer. Dump stations are available also. There are laundry facilities and bathhouses (didn’t use either so not sure on condition), playgrounds, picnic shelters, cabins, and inns. Each campsite had a fire ring and picnic table. Spots are definitely not level, so bring a variety of blocks—you’ll need them. No outside lights at the sites so when it’s dark it’s d-a-r-k. Beautiful campground.

  • Ashley C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 28, 2020

    French Broad River Campground - Permanently Closed

    Such wasted land that could be amazing if cared for properly.

    I was so pleased with the reviews & photos I saw here on the Dyrt.. and then so let down with the reality.  The site we were assigned upon arrival was right next door to a "resident" fifth wheel that appears to have been there since the campground opened, and two sites down from that is another just like it.  Moldy, dirty, moss was dripping from every orafice of both RVs.  A smell, something like a couch that has been chain-smoked on for 30 years, eminated from the one beside us, especially when the sun came out.  Aside from that, our site was small, had a concrete "patio" that had this crazy rickety black iron fence around it that is DEFinitely a hazard - if leaned against, it would have just fallen right over.  The picnic table wasn't even really on our site, as far as I could tell.  It was mostly rotten and was closer to the Breaking Bad RV than it was to our site.  Were we just supposed to move it?  Who really knows.  The bathrooms were just okay, I guess.  There was only one in the area where we were near 20 RV sites, and there was a sign on the door that said, "Mop up after yourself" and there was definitely a mop just sitting there in the bathroom... but the shower had warm water, so... The worst part is that I didn't really feel comfortable letting my kids just roam free at this campground.  Even though the little beach-y area next to the river was pretty to look at, there was glass all over the "sand" and I couldn't let them be barefoot EVER.  Also, the "landscaping" was clearly not taken care of at all. The lesson I learned about private campgrounds - ask if they allow long-term stays and if they do ask what rules & regulations they have around that.  Site did have full hook up that worked fine and my kids enjoyed being near the river.

  • Robert L.
    May. 23, 2020

    Breaks Interstate Park Campground

    Nice Campground, Challenging to get to.

    Nice Campground, once you get here. The roads to this amazing State Park are two lane and twisting. We have a 38' 5er and a CrewCab Dually tow vehicle. We didn't have a lot of issues getting here but it is quite mountainous with a lot of climbs to get here. The Park is well appointed and the campsites are nice for a state park. Be careful when choosing a site as some are challenging to get into with larger units. We had a pull through which was big enough for our rig. Sites are gravel and spacious. Fire ring/grill combo provided at each site. Bathhouses were clean and well stocked. Be sure to bring all necessary supplies BEFORE you get here, nearest stores are a 20 minute drive away on crooked mountain roads. Will we return? Maybe for a special event but not for a general getaway

  • J
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

    Needs to be updated and repaired

    Roads in campground are rough in places. Electrical boxes are in rough shape at some sites. 30 amp kept tripping the breaker. WiFi does not work. Several sites have full hookup but sewer hookups need to be repaired and water hookups are far away.

  • Mike
    Jul. 1, 2022

    Jessie Lea RV Park and Campground

    A hidden gem

    A great RV park& Campground with plenty of access. Many pull through sites. Grass between each site. Fire pits and picnic tables at each site. Very nice owner, very friendly. The bath house was clean and decorated very nice. Looks like it has been freshly painted. A wonderful covered pavilion with lots of tables and gas grills. They even had season firewood available for a couple dollars. They even have a draw bridge to walk across the powell river to access the Big Stone Gap town's walking trail. It is truly a hidden gem.

  • Rick G.
    May. 17, 2022

    Paintsville Lake State Park Campground

    Couldn’t Ask for More

    Stayed 3 nights. Nice level, large sites with full hookups. Close to many local attractions in and around Paintsville. Only drawback was lack of any Verizon signal. Understand that AT&T and TMobile had some service.

  • Julie
    Sep. 20, 2020

    Flag Rock Recreation Area Campground

    Flag Rock Camoground

    Great campground with biking/hiking trails and mountain scenic overlook. Clean bathhouses, picnic tables, fire rings, charcoal grills, and electricity provided. Quiet with great views. Fishing and kayaking are 1/2 mile from the campground. You’ll be climbing one of the highest mountains in Virginia to get there, so be prepared for the drive.

  • paul C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 13, 2025

    Breaks Interstate Park Campground

    Hiker's dream

    Wonderful park for pretty much everything from zip line to water park, and to some of the most gorgeous trails in the region. The campground was extremely clean including bathrooms and showers that are immaculate. There are tons of sites to accommodate pretty much any rig. Nice camp store with firewood and propane refill. Most site are full hookup, but not all.


Guide to Breaks

Explore the beauty of RV camping near Breaks, Virginia, where stunning landscapes and welcoming campgrounds await outdoor enthusiasts.

Access to Scenic Trails and Attractions

  • Enjoy the proximity to the Hatfield McCoy off-road/ATV trails while staying at Backwoods Camping & RV Park, which offers a peaceful environment and friendly staff.
  • Experience breathtaking views and easy access to ATV trails at Twin Hollow Campground and Cabins, known for its beautiful scenery.
  • Visit the historic Portal 31 exhibition coal mine located near Portal 31 RV Park, perfect for those interested in local history.

Amenities for a Comfortable Stay

  • Jessie Lea RV Park and Campground features well-maintained facilities, including clean bathrooms and a covered pavilion with grills.
  • At Riverside Campground, guests can enjoy electric hookups and picnic tables right by the water, enhancing the camping experience.
  • Ashland Resort offers spacious sites with electric hookups and a friendly atmosphere, making it a great choice for RV travelers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Breaks, VA is Backwoods Camping & RV Park with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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