Best RV Parks near Bristol, VA

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Best RV Sites Near Bristol, VA (138)

    Camper-submitted photo from Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park
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    1. Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park

    2 Reviews
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    Come enjoy to serenity of Copperhead Ridge Glamping and RV Park.

    Tucked away on a clean, graveled lot, we have plenty of space to accommodate you from large Motorcoaches to smaller bumper pull campers.

    Drive up and Hook up! We have full hookups, ensuring you a more comfortable stay while enjoying festivities at the Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway.

    We also offer extended stay options for travel workers or those living the full time RV life.

    Pet friendly !

    Reasonable rates !

    Safe and convenient location !

    Amazing guests and staff await your visit!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $40 - $75 / night

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    2. Lakeview RV Park

    3 Reviews
    20 Photos
    22 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Three Peaks RV Resort

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    Three Peaks RV Resort, located in Spruce Pine, NC, lies among North Carolina's highest 3 peaks: the spectacular Mount Mitchell, Grandfather Mountain, and Roan Mountain. Each one of our sites offers gorgeous mountain views and natural vistas to sooth world-weary souls.

    We provide spacious, all pull-thru sites, a sparkling-clean bath house with big private shower rooms, a swimming pool (ready in spring 2025), free lightning-fast fiber-optic internet, a market with toys and local crafts, a dog park, a game room, laundry, and much more!

    The town of Spruce Pine is only three miles away for your grocery needs, along with wonderful places to eat and shop.

    Come find out why Three Peaks RV Resort is making a big splash in the RV world. We can't wait to see you up here!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $66 - $69 / night

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    4. Jessie Lea RV Park and Campground

    8 Reviews
    22 Photos
    34 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    5. Butler TN RV full hookup campsite

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    Full-service camping space for RV’s, fifth wheels and campers located in the beautiful mountains of Butler TN. This space can be rented by the day or week.

    Experience for yourself a peaceful and stress-free vacation in the beautiful northeastern Tennessee mountains. This spot has wonderful mountain views in every direction. Site includes full hook-ups for both 30 and 50-amp electric service, water, sewer dump and wireless Internet.

    Less than a 10-minute drive to beautiful Watauga Lake. Watauga Lake is known to be one of the cleanest lakes in the country and offers outstanding fishing, swimming and boating. Many activities are in the area including swimming, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating and white-water rafting. Winter sports, including skiing and sledding, is located only 50 minutes away in Banner Elk NC. Wildlife, including deer, are commonly seen on the property. Property has easy large vehicle access with paved roads and gravel driveway. You can also enjoy a small stream located on the property.

    This property is located 20 minutes from Mountain City Tennessee, 55 minutes from Johnson City Tennessee and Tri-City airport, and 55 minutes from Boone North Carolina.

    • No Tent Camping allowed

    • Only one RV, camper or 5th wheel are allowed on the property

    • Must utilize the fireplace on site or in designated area

    **NOTE: property has recorded security cameras on site**

    Property address:

    3675 Little Dry Run Road

    Butler TN 37640

    Rental fees (includes all utilities):

    $60 night (2-night minimum stay required)

    $300 week

    For More Info Click Here

    Contact: Ed or Lisa Hickox

    Phone – 386-547-8829

    Email – Hickoxcrew@aol.com

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • WiFi

    $60 - $300 / night

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    6. Safe Haven Farm RV Camping and Events

    2 Reviews
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    5 Saves

    Welcome to Safe Haven Farm RV Campground and Events. We are a full hook-up campground that is nestled away in the Appalachian Blue Ridge Mountains of Roan Mountain, Tennessee. We are located near the Cherokee National Forest on a 75 acre secluded farm. Come to Safe Haven Farm to reconnect with nature and have an unforgettable escape. You have the options of camping on the Roan in your own camper using one of our RV campsites or you can rent one of our campers. We offer a total of 5 separate RV campsites. Our location also offers his and her master bathroom suites with showers. Our pavilion overlooks our pond, which also has a BBQ, and a mini refrigerator. Enjoy the sounds of nature when you visit this unique forested location.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Cabins

    $50 - $100 / night

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    7. Grandview Ranch RV Park

    1 Review
    3 Photos
    27 Saves
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Market
    • Picnic Table
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    8. Laurel Creek RV Park

    4 Reviews
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    44 Saves

    Open in July 2013, the 15-site RV park, located along the scenic Laurel Creek in Damascus Virginia is open year-round. The RV park provides a great spot from which to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and the many attractions of Damascus which is also the gateway to the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and is a destination for families wanting to experience the out-of-doors in a relaxing setting. In addition, many campers enjoy the convenience of Laurel Creek RV Park as a base of operations in order to take time out and explore this amazing tri-state area!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $35 / night

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    9. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    26 Reviews
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    309 Saves

    Overview

    Located in a dense pine canopy, within hiking distance of Linville Gorge, and along the famous Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls Campground is an ideal location for your next family camping excursion. Linville River, which winds beside the campground, is stocked for fishing, and the location is central to many area attractions including the Linville Falls waterfall, which has three waterfall overlooks in a one-mile hike.

    Recreation

    The Linville Falls area is a hiker's paradise, and the campground provides easy access to several trails that allow visitors to experience the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Once at the Linville Gorge, visitors can hike more challenging trails down to the river, where fishing for trout is a popular pastime.Linville Falls is another must-see, carrying water from the river over several layers of falls, ending in a spectacular 45-foot waterfall pouring into the sparkling riverbed below. Duggers Creek Falls: accessible from the Linville Falls Visitor Center on a small loop trail. See views of the falls from the foot bridge. These are native brook trout waters (fishing regulations apply). Lost Cove Cliff Overlook: view Brown Mountain and see the Brown Mountain Lights--a natural occurrence which is believed to be caused by natural gases. A good spot to view hawks and peregrine falcons in the spring and fall.

    Natural Features

    Linville Gorge is a vast designated Wilderness area that sits on 11,786 acres of rolling hills and thick forest. The gorge surrounds the Linville River, which is located some 1,400 feet below the ridge, creating a stunning canyon that has earned the nickname "The Grand Canyon of North Carolina."The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway with plenty of natural attractions and recreational opportunities for visitors. Aside from natural features, the parkway is also a cross-section of Appalachian mountain history. Stretching almost 500 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through North Carolina and Virginia, it encompasses some of the oldest historical sites of both pre-historic and early European settlements.The surrounding forest offers hemlock, white pine, oaks, hickory and birch trees, along with a colorful assortment of wildflowers in the spring and an epic array of orange and red shades of leaves in the autumn.

    Nearby Attractions

    Linville Caverns, a privately maintained cave just south of Linville Falls, offers guided tours year-round.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $45 / night

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    10. Around Pond RV Park

    3 Reviews
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    4 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Recent RV Reviews In Bristol

778 Reviews of 138 Bristol Campgrounds


  • Timothy  F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bristol-Kingsport KOA
    Oct. 3, 2024

    Bristol-Kingsport KOA

    This is a very nice campground

    We arrive very late, after all day travels from Florida. My phone had three bars, Verizon 5G ultra wide signal.

  • Eleanor the Airstream R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Observation Knob Park
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Observation Knob Park

    Waterfront camping

    Large County campground with electric and water with two pump out stations. spacious, hilly sites with some tree coverage along lake with boat ramp and capacity to tie your boat up at your site.

    Recommend a surge protector on your camper as there are no breakers on the electric hook up at the site (clustered elsewhere).

    Stayed here for a National water dog competition and the beach area was perfect for our group.

  • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Tumbling Creek
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Little Tumbling Creek

    Beautiful and peaceful

    Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek. Flat field area for camping on way. Several spots by creek for van or tent camping.

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    Aug. 28, 2024

    Popular Point Campground Lake Jordan Recreation Area

    Campground on a large lake with lake side sites

    My site was B82. Plenty of shade, very private on one side and pretty level,-1 from front to back. Most sites will require at least some leveling in the back and on the right side. The site was gravel and clean. Water and electric(30 amp) were fine. I was there a Monday thru Friday and it was VERY quite, I was the only one in my loop. I don't know if it's always like that or if it was a result of the campground only opening the Friday before my arrival due to damage/high water in the lake caused by Hurricane Debbie. It must be really busy on the weekends because they have a separate gate for campers already registered. Based on shade, privacy and level, I would recommend the following sites in B loop 10, 79, 80, 81 and 82. All sites in B loop had more trees between the next site as compared to Loop C. The downside to loop B is there is a lot of tent camping which can cause a lot of people in the showers. Loop B has it own 2 stall dump station, which was clean. There is a 4 station dump on the main road for the other loops. There were a lot of mosquitoes. I don't know if this was a result of the high lake water. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Rangers patrolled on a regular basis. Now to the bathrooms. I agree with all the other comments. I don't know if it's always this way but the"comfort" station(toilets only) was only open Friday-Sunday. It only has cold water at the sink and no soap. The toilet stalls at the shower house were covered in spider webs. The sinks were filled with mosquitos. The floor wasn't swept or mopped during my stay. The doors of the shower stalls were very short. So short that any other user of the shower area could see entirely into the shower. Your fellow campers would know you very well. I drove thru Loop C and here are my observations. Loop C seems to be the favorite loop of the locals. It's has more lakefront sites which allows for boat docking. The sites didn't appear to have as much gravel as B. The shower house is MUCH better the the one in loop B. It had been remodeled and was clean and the shower doors were of a height that offered privacy. The water turn on is motion sensor and is activated when you enter the shower so be prepared. The water temperature is preset. The other loops were closed due to lake levels and hurricane damage so I could not observe them. The beach is small and not much. To access the bathroom at the beach you have to go to the adjoining campground loop bathroom. Verizon was 2 bars in the entire park. No local TV channels but some like Me TV, etc. No WIFI

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Starlite Trailer Lodge
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Starlite Trailer Lodge

    Just a lovely ‘resort’ camping experience

     So this is the most unusual place we’ve ever camped. I would call it a‘community where there are campsites’ more than a campground. The majority of the sites are populated by beautifully-kept tiny houses with RVs sprinkled in. The grounds are beautifully planted and tended, evoking a feeling of being in a park. The bathhouse rooms are clean, individual rooms and decorated. The swimming pool is large and clubhouse lodge well provisioned. This is what a camping resort should be(but minus the huge fees)! WiFi is standard; we opted for the Pay version and had great connectivity. You will lose cell service~ 20 minutes from the campground. 

    Starlite is a long-term community that evolved into providing a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ folks looking for a serene mountain experience and this is an exceptional place. If you come with open mind and heart you will feel entirely welcome. My husband and I enjoyed all the people, dogs and kitties we met. We felt so safe and in this setting that we never even locked the RV when we left. Our site(79) was one of two transient camping sites feet away from the creek and a short walk to the lake filled with water lilies. The gravel site has FHU but currently is not level; the hosts have plans to revamp the site and extend the pad.

    Follow the websites directions! You do NOT want to venture onto just any road up here, some of the roads are rough. Print directions before leaving home. The shortcut back dirt road between here and Blowing Rock is an adventure for a truck (only); just plan on driving it slow and it’s fine. Shockingly, as we returned from Blowing Rock the long way on Rt 321 our RV GPS program (in RV mode) kept trying to get us to take these mountainous dirt road shortcuts back to the camp. We might well have been stranded if we hadn’t known better.

    Main Street Blowing Rock is a boutique shop haven. Great for strolling. Kilwins ice cream and candy shop in Blowing Rock is awesome, as is the spice shop beside it.

    From downtown Blowing Rock you can hop on the Blue Ridge Parkway in minutes. South on the BRP you’ll quickly reach Moses Cone and Julian Price parks, both are great places to hike and picnic.

  • Laura E.
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    Aug. 21, 2024

    Nolichucky Gorge Campground

    Nolichucky gorge campground fun

    My teen daughter and I had a last minute midweek opportunity to go tent camping and they were so accommodating and friendly here. Beautiful riverfront grassy tent sites are serene and peaceful. Highly recommended

  • Perry N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Stonefly
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Camp Stonefly

    Beautiful hidden camping/Fishing spot.

    Me and my wife were looking to get away from theater apartment for a couple of days during a remodel. Well we didn't Wana travel to mountains to camp. And by Luck,we found one right basicly in the city close to everything,with great spots and Really great fishing for Trout,as This stream has been on many different Fishing platforms and Program. Is my new favorite spot overtaking the Blue Ridge parkway even.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

    Nice state park with lots of activities and options

    This is an enjoyable State Park with a lot to offer. The rangers and staff may be the nicest we’ve encountered. They have a full docket of activities, ranger-led hikes, games, crafts and wildlife lectures offered throughout the day. In addition to camping they have a full marina with canoe, kayak and paddle board rentals. It houses an acclaimed mountain bike trail area. Nearby you can golf and ride horses. Cell coverage varies from LTE to 5G all over the park.

     The main camping section was laid out long ago, with older style short sites and water/electric only. Many of the sites are narrow and some have challenging access. Be sure to read site descriptions and check the suggested trailer size- they seriously mean the max size!! Each site has a fire ring, and small grate grill and a picnic table. The sites up on the ridge are probably sized only for tents and Class B units; many are sloped. The newly updated section, Moody Bluff, has FHU and a number of pull-through sites. It only has trees around the edge of one side giving it an open field feeling. 

    The main campground has its own boat ramp for access to the reservoir. The camp store has a small offering of RV accessories and ice for$2.00. The main campground shower units are individual and separate from the bathrooms. There are ADA shower stalls, bathrooms, and ramps. While the bath house is older and could use fresh paint it was meticulously clean all week. 

    We spent a long weekend with several other RV couples. Nearby Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium provides engaging planetarium shows, a herpetarium, wildlife sections with bobcats, foxes, gray wolves, and raptors, as well as hiking trails. Restaurants, grocery stores and big box retail stores are 10 minutes away in Kingsport. 

    Our site(62) was narrow and a little short for our 23’ trailer. We had to park the truck sideways at the entrance. Our stairs opened right on the concrete pad for the table and we had very little room for our chairs. Our group host had enough room on their site(58) that they could erect two shelters for our meals. The forest was right up to our sides and we had lovely birdsong to awaken us every morning. I would definitely return, especially if the larger sites were available.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Peak Creek RV Campground
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Peak Creek RV Campground

    Lynn Strazzabosco

    This was an excellent choice for us. Quiet spot, great views. Host was very accommodating and had inner tubes for floating in the stream.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from David Crockett Birthplace
    Jul. 14, 2024

    David Crockett Birthplace

    Great campground.

    Very well kept campground. Staff were very nice. One of the cleanest parks I have visited. Lots of historical places to visit in the area. Slightly tough to get to, thats why only 4 stars. Don’t let that keep you from visiting.

  • janie B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Around Pond RV Park
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Around Pond RV Park

    July 4th 2024

    Did a couple of days at Around the Pond Campground in Greenville Tennessee.( mtns.) It was a awesome trip with our friends Ronni Herold& Dean. And our new friends we met Nancy Riegelsperger& her husband Herb.Campground was clean and the staff was very friendly.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Creeper Trail Campground
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Creeper Trail Campground

    Great getaway spot

    My husband and I stayed from the 4th of July to the 7th. The site was nice and level with a beautiful view. It’s a quiet, sleepy campground just perfect for relaxing by a fire. Be aware that only a few sites have septic. Pay attention to the site description. There is no cell phone reception anywhere around until you get to Damascus about 30 minutes away. The office/cafe does has WiFi. It is not park-wide though so plan ahead by downloading your maps and music, etc. The campground is owned and run by a couple who take great care to make sure your stay is pleasant. They have a cafe and small store in the office building. We had breakfast one morning - bacon, egg and cheese biscuit and a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich - made on homemade bread and biscuits. So good! I also got a latte and it was amazing. We stopped in for pizza night and got a homemade pesto pizza. Don’t miss that one! Our camper has a bathroom but the camp bathrooms were incredible. Super clean and well-maintained. If you need diesel, nearly every gas station is gas-only. There is a nice gas station and cafe close by in Whitetop Station that carries diesel and has really good food. We stopped there on our way out and the biscuits and gravy were wonderful. The Virginia Creeper trail head is right around the corner from the entrance to the campground.

  • Jeremy K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Breaks Interstate Park

    4 Night Stay

    Stayed 4 nights in section D. Our site was ok. There were a lot better sites to stay though. Staff was helpful and friendly. We had full hookups. Lots of shade.

  • kThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thunder Mountain Campground
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Thunder Mountain Campground

    Outdated

    Their website is from 2018. They have new owners and have let transit stay there campers look terrible. The place is really went downhill. It used to be really nice. Beware if you have a new camper. Looks like that newest campers like a 2010.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Haven Family Campground
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Lake Haven Family Campground

    Intimate, relaxing, and LEVEL!

    We stumbled on to this place - we must be living right! Brand New, Clean, LEVEL sites with all the hookups. Great view of the mountains. ($50/night) Owner has done everything he can to make it a comfortable relaxing place to stay. Pull thru and back in sites .... great WiFi too!

  • Courtney G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wiseman Ridge
    Jun. 4, 2024

    Wiseman Ridge

    Private clean campground

    We stayed at Wiseman Ridge the weekend after memorial day and had a beautiful site that felt very private. The owners worked with us when we had some date issues and everything went very smooth. We have a 28ft travel trailer and we had no problem fitting in our space at site #3. The campground was clean and well managed and one of the few campground we've been to where we actually had WiFi. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and appreciated Eric's recommendations and helpful directions on how to get to the site. We would absolutely stay here again.

  • Terin W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Haven Family Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Lake Haven Family Campground

    Serene Oasis at Watauga Lake

    This new campground has it all and is constantly improving! The campsites are set up on a very scenic mountain overlooking Watauga Lake. Every site has a personal campfire and the internet access is top notch (if you need it). Very short drive to hiking trails and swimming. The owners are really welcoming, available and helpful.



Guide to Bristol

Camping near Bristol, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do

  • Hiking: There are amazing trails nearby. At Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park, one reviewer said, "Hiking is awesome. The kids LOVED the wild horses and the steer walking around."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds have access to rivers and lakes. A visitor at Hot Springs Campground mentioned, "The campground sits right on the French Broad River which is beautiful and wide."
  • Exploring local towns: Check out nearby towns for food and shopping. One camper noted, "The little town of Hot Springs North Carolina is a charming little place with several good food choices and an excellent brewery."

What campers like

What you should know

  • Site spacing: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Hickory Ridge Campground noted, "Sites were a little close, but peaceful and the trails made up for the close sites."
  • Limited cell service: Many areas have poor cell reception. A visitor at Blue Bear Mountain Camp mentioned, "No cell service whatsoever even with a booster."
  • Weather considerations: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. One camper at Roan Mountain State Park Campground shared, "There was an unseasonable cold snap when we were there in October."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and nearby hiking trails. A parent at Bear Den Family Campground said, "Kids loved the playground and there were a lot of other kids to make friends with."
  • Safety around wildlife: Teach kids to respect animals. A reviewer at Hickory Ridge Campground warned, "Please respect the distance advice and don't feed them."
  • Plan for meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals and snacks. One camper at Hungry Mother State Park mentioned, "Lovely trails, clean facilities, the on-site host was awesome."

Tips from RVers

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground advised, "Pay attention to the site size as some RVs had issues getting their larger RVs in their sites."
  • Use the dump station: Know where the nearest dump station is located. A camper at Black Mountain Campground noted, "There is a dump station nearby."
  • Bring extra supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A visitor at Roan Mountain State Park Campground suggested, "Plan to stay and bring what you need."

Camping around Bristol, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot to unwind and connect with nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Bristol, VA is Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.

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