6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Twin Lakes State Park and Pocahontas State Park near Burkeville, Virginia offer rustic cabin accommodations with varying amenities. Cabins at Twin Lakes feature electricity, running water, and basic furniture including beds, tables, and chairs. Most units include heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort, along with small kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwave ovens. Bathrooms typically include showers and flush toilets, though some more primitive cabins may have outdoor facilities. "The cabins are of nice size and are mostly well shaded," noted a visitor to Twin Lakes State Park.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Family-sized layouts accommodate 4-6 people, while smaller units suit couples or solo travelers. Reservations are required at all state parks offering cabins, with peak booking periods during summer months and fall foliage season. Pet policies vary by location - some cabins at Bear Creek Lake State Park allow pets with an additional fee, while others prohibit animals entirely. A camper at Bear Creek Lake mentioned that "the staff and camp hosts were very friendly and helpful while respecting and maintaining social distancing."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchens may include basic cookware and utensils, though supplies vary significantly between parks. While Twin Lakes has a small camp store with essential supplies, visitors should plan to bring most groceries and specialty items. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, as outside wood is generally prohibited to prevent pest infestations. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, visitors appreciate the "beautiful campground with easy access to hiking trails and swimming."
"Our family loved this park and its amenities. The campground was nice but some of the sites are a little small so definitely pay attention to the camper length per individual site."
"They have boat rentals and a fishing pier. The camp sites are of nice size and are mostly well shaded. They have a large playground for the kids and the roads are good for bike riding ."
Available this weekend
from $37 - $384 / night
"Part of the VA State Park system, BCL is exceptionally well-maintained. Most of the site are RV accessible, but there are a few tent-only sites along the lake, which is where we stayed."
"Glamping in rural VA, I did not expect to find an uncrowded state park over the July 4th weekend. The trails were marked once you got on one, not all were visible as trails."
Available this weekend
from $32 - $384 / night
"Level sites with brick paver pads, full hookups, RV storage, playground, pool, store, fire rings, 3 fishing ponds, awesome owners. Mid sized campground."
"This was our first time at Cozy Acres and we really enjoyed it. It's beautifully tucked away surrounded by fields and some farm structures."
"We love camping at Holliday Lake. It is completely off grid, and we like that! With busy jobs during the week it’s nice to unwind and enjoy nature."
"Campground Review Holliday Lake State Park is located in the middle of the Buckingham State Forest, so it is completely surrounded by protected forest."
Available this weekend
from $37 - $107 / night
"The park has lots of trails, miles of open meadows, and James River access. Great park for bicycling."
"This is a quiet, beautiful loop, with 8 sites, each with a picnic table and fire ring."
Available this weekend
from $16 - $97 / night
"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."
"We stayed in Cabin #3 and it was perfect. It’s a 3BR/2BA spacious cabin, wooded and lakeside. Great sunsets and nice big deck (some areas of the porch are covered, and have rocking chairs)."
Available this weekend
from $21 - $384 / night
"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!"
"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."
from $27 - $110 / night
"Lots of beautiful hiking/biking/equestrian trails to explore. Bathrooms were very clean and nice. Bundles of firewood sold $7 each. Nice fire ring at each site. Pet friendly."
"We have stayed in the cabins here and they are awesome. We stayed in the 2 bedroom cabin. It has a beautiful deck with a picnic table and rocking chairs."
from $37 - $98 / night
"We absolutely loved this park. We came here to dive at Lake Phoenix (they have a no pet policy this year) and have our pup with us. The staff was so nice. We were close to the front."
"Pool and laundry close to pool. Clean store. Kid friendly"
"Nice playground and pool area"
"Great service, price, and campground - stayed here on an in-transit night and was really happy with the forested feel, well maintained spot, and space. Will definitely be back!"
RangerThis park is so beautiful, set it a forested canopy and a serene lake, BUT - between the neighboring 4-H Camp shooting with hundreds of rounds being fired each day between 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, and then Karaoke parties from 6:00 pm to late at night, the noises were close to being unbearable. Also, zero cell phone reception, but they have free wifi at the check-in station, the office and the beach.
ScoutVery clean and quiet. Good services, including firewood availability. Drawback is that it’s 7.5 miles down a dead end road. Closet gas is at least 10 miles and groceries are a half hour away. Go prepared.
RangerI've read reviews about noise levels and lack of privacy. But we experienced the opposite, at least at our campsite.
GuideWe stayed here Memorial weekend 2026. We had a tent only site with no hook ups. It was site 48 which is the first site you come across when pulling into the campgrounds.
Site was built into a hill and had several steps leading up to it. Much smaller site than we are used to at VA State parks. Looking at the other sites they were also on the smaller side and oddly shaped.
Easy access to the River Bank trail and Captain Staunton trail directly from the campsites. Great when you have kiddos that don't want to walk a ton.
Great views throughout of the Staunton River & Dan River. Lots of deer sightings in the morning and early evenings. Great activities with the rangers including a wagon wide through the park.
It was rainy during our stay so no chance to take advantage of the Dark Sky classification. When skys are clear they do have an astronomer that comes out on the weekends in the summer.
GuideWe stayed in the tent only section for Labor Day weekend in 2024. The tent sites were not very level and close together. They were entirely gravel.
The kiddos enjoyed the swimming beach and some of the play items built in. The slide and some other pieces had seen better days and needed a bit of a refresh.
We didn't have a chance to check out any trails, but plan to go back on the future.
RangerThis campground is one of our stops coming from VT or going back home - would love to spend more time then just passing through
GuideThe site pad gravel was nice and provided good drainage for the DELUGE we got all night long our first night. Surrounded by lovely foliage, which provided nice privacy. And right across from some of the cleanest bath houses we've ever seen. Very nice.
But the real highlight was the variety and abundance of ranger programs offered at this relatively small park. We went on a lovely moth/caterpillar hunt at twilight that was so much fun, and the guide was so knowledgeable.
Also, the trails are very well marked. I like to trail run with my dog first thing in the morning, and I've been burned before by poorly marked trails. These (while expectedly soggy) were very well marked.
LegendLots of trails, 2 boat launches and nice campground. We stay here every once in a while since it is so close and such a amazing state park.
Check out our video of all the sites.
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GuideThis time we were in a tent, but I’m glad we only stayed one night. I do have to say that the lakes were nice. The swimming was OK and the facilities were decent.
We went camping as a group and we held four campsites. The proximity was not a super big problem given that it was a group.
Cabin camping near Burkeville, Virginia offers convenient access to Virginia's Central Piedmont region at approximately 500 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer highs averaging in the upper 80s and winter lows dipping to the upper 20s. Most state parks in this region feature well-maintained trail systems connecting water features with wooded camping areas.
Fishing opportunities: Twin Lakes State Park features multiple fishing ponds where campers can catch catfish. "I fished for crappie, but it was too hot on the shore and dogs aren't allowed in rental boats. While I was shore fishing several people rented the park's fishing boats with outboard motors," noted a visitor to Twin Lakes State Park.
Stargazing sessions: Staunton River State Park has been designated as an International Dark Sky Park. "The park offers rentals of telescopes too. They also have a nature learning lab, some cool animals, and a fantastic gift shop," explains one camper. The park has large open fields specifically designed for night sky viewing.
Hiking trails: Holliday Lake State Park offers challenging terrain for hikers. "There are only about 10 miles of trails within the park, but there are miles and miles of trails within the surrounding forest. However, I never found one that I would consider easy. It is VERY hilly, so even the easiest trails have some climbs," reports one hiker.
Water activities: Powhatan State Park provides river access for various water activities. "They have a large playground and a good boat launch for tubes and kayaks," mentions a camper who enjoyed time on the water. The park offers multiple water entry points along with designated swimming areas.
Spacious cabin layouts: James River State Park cabins provide comfortable accommodations for families. "We rented a cabin with fantastic sunset views. This park has great walking and equine trails, a fantastic visitor center, and a wonderful outdoor park/adventure zone for the kiddos," writes a visitor to Red Oak Campground.
Privacy between sites: Some campgrounds offer well-separated sites for more peaceful stays. At Powhatan State Park, "The sites in the River Bend Campground are private and wooded, especially this time of year when the trees are so full. The map makes it look like they're really close together so I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived to my site."
Clean facilities: Holliday Lake State Park maintains high standards for its bathhouses. "The staff are friendly and check on you frequently; bathhouses are well maintained and clean," notes one reviewer. Most state parks in the region feature recently renovated bathroom facilities with hot showers.
Ranger-led programs: Several parks offer educational activities for visitors. "The rangers here are awesome! Very helpful and knowledgeable. They even came around passing out flyers Friday night for the activities that weekend. Some of the activities included spear throwing, how to start different types of fires, nocturnal animals sounds, and watching fish at night," explains a visitor.
Site leveling requirements: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. At Holliday Lake State Park, "Bring leveling supplies! Some sites are reservable, some are not... The paved area for parking and campers weren't as level, and most people got creative with leveling out the campers."
Cell service limitations: Several parks have limited connectivity. "This park is completely surrounded by protected forest, so it is completely surrounded by protected forest. It definitely feels like being in the middle of nowhere. There is very limited reception in the park for radio and cell," reports a camper.
Tent pad variations: Campgrounds use different materials for tent pads. "The tent pads are filled with shredded tires instead of gravel or dirt, which provides a little extra cushion, but can be uncomfortable on bare feet," explains a visitor to Bear Creek Lake State Park.
Seasonal noise factors: Some parks have temporary activities that create noise. "Probably a great place to camp during the fall. During the summer they lease space to the 4-H club that teaches people to shoot black powder muskets for the civil war reenactments. From 8:30am until 3-5pm it sounds like a gun range," warns a Holliday Lake visitor.
Swimming options: Bear Creek Lake State Park provides family-friendly water access. "We had a fun camping trip at Bear Creek Lake! We chose a reservable waterview site and I'm glad we got the one we did! There is a great swimming area with a little kids area that was so fun," shares a family who visited the park.
Playground accessibility: Pocahontas State Park offers excellent facilities for children. "Clean and huge campsites, great pool, great hiking and biking trails," notes one visitor. The park features multiple playgrounds strategically placed near camping loops.
Educational opportunities: Several parks provide learning activities for children. "We enjoyed a fire making class followed by s'mores on Friday night and then an owl searching hike on Saturday night. We hiked many miles while here and had a great weekend," shares a visitor to James River State Park.
Kid-friendly hiking: Twin Lakes State Park has trails appropriate for younger hikers. "The swimming lake is a good size. The lake trail passes right through the beach, then into the woods. The trail goes from sidewalk, to gravel, to jagged stones, to dirt, then blacktop," explains a camper describing the varied trail surfaces.
Site selection guidance: Powhatan State Park has well-designed RV sites. "Campground is waaayyy back in the back of park. Only a few years old. No full hookup (yes 30/50 amp). Well maintained trails, level sites," advises an RVer who stayed at the park.
Setup considerations: Staunton River State Park requires preparation for RV camping. "Sites were nice and level with some having separate area for tent/camper and terrace for picnic table and fire ring," notes a visitor, highlighting the thoughtful layout of the campgrounds.
Campground layout: Twin Lakes State Park has specific loops better suited for RVs. "Smaller campground. 33 sites, only a handful for larger rigs. Mostly level. E/W only. Dump station," explains a camper who appreciated the park's facilities but noted the limitations for larger vehicles.
Accessibility factors: Some parks have challenging access roads. "The drive is really pretty too. I imagine the drive to the park would be very slow for RVs or someone pulling a trailer with boats etc," warns a visitor to James River State Park, suggesting caution when navigating with larger vehicles.
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