2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
No horse-friendly campgrounds currently exist in Carrollton, Virginia according to available data. The nearest equestrian camping options require traveling to surrounding areas. Chippokes State Park Campground in Surry offers camping accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts, but does not provide horse corrals or dedicated equestrian facilities based on the feature list. The campground is situated on a historic plantation dating back to 1619 with hiking trails and river access.
Northwest River Park & Campground in Chesapeake accommodates tent, RV, and cabin camping with electric hookups and water access. While the park has boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in accessibility options, it lacks specific equestrian amenities such as horse corrals. Other nearby options like Kiptopeke State Park and Chesapeake Campground similarly offer various camping accommodations but no designated horse facilities. Campers seeking equestrian-specific options may need to look beyond the immediate Carrollton area for parks with proper horse accommodations including corrals, wash stations, and equestrian trail access.
"We've stayed here pretty often as it's only a few hours from home and near everything in Williamsburg, Virginia. The park is against the James river and theres easy access to the riverside."
"Chippokes State Park is located on the grounds of an old historic plantation, actually one if the original plantations in the area dating back to the 1600’s."
Available next weekend
from $37 - $311 / night
"The park is centrally located with easy highway access. Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from. The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful. "
"Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites 4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake
The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in."
from $11 - $42 / night
"Virginia has some wonderful state parks and this is one of my favorites. Its got a nice beach, boat launch and a couple miles of hiking trails."
"Wild animals usually pass by often later in the evening, horses, deer, rabbits etc; sites are nice and big. Some sunny some shady. Park usually fills up when I'm there"
Available next weekend
from $32 - $413 / night
"Equestrian trails available, which is always a plus."
"Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic."
from $21 - $36 / night
TravelerA beautiful campground. Nice wooded sites with decent space between sites. Bathroom and laundry were clean. Showers were just ok. Nice trails and the walk along the James
river was nice. Will definitely stay again.
TravelerGenerous sized sites but only semi-private. Excellent facilities
ScoutThis campground was very enjoyable. I spent a lot of time at the fishing pier, learning to ID birds I had never identified before. Brown pelicans were everywhere near the sunken ships. I also talked to the Hawkwatch people for a bit.
My campsite was far enough from the bathroom I couldn't hear the door slam, but since I was the only one in the F loop, that wouldn't have mattered. Since the loop was so empty, it was an absolute pleasure.
Had the campground been full, I would have felt too close to the people in tents in the sites next to me.
One great thing was that there weren't tent pads so we didn't have to worry about how to fit two tents on to one tent pad.
TravelerPark stuff are very friendly, sweet, I live the quietness of night time.
TravelerI felt serenity and hospitality at this site.
TravelerI loved staying at this campground. It’s definitely geared towards locals and quiet stays, no campground events and things of that nature, but it’s perfect for someone not looking for the fluff. They do have two pools, basketball courts, kayak rentals, and I believe pony rides! They have a really nice climate controlled game room too. They are extremely fairly priced. They also have THE best campground bathrooms I have ever seen. Seems like they host a lot of events, club and troop weekends, things of that sort. I really enjoyed staying there and I will be back. Nice low key local spot for someone in the full time RV life or needing an affordable quiet place to stay while in the area.
GuideI stayed in campsite C21! It was clean, quiet, and spacious! The bathrooms were clean and the showers were hot! So much to do from hiking to beaching to fishing! Dog friendly too!
GuideThis is a great campground. Well maintained, nice and quiet. C loop has full hookup where A and B do not. Plenty to do, hiking, fishing, birding. Camp store is nice, the staff for the park are great. The bathhouses are a little dirty, but not terrible. One of our favorite places to camp for sure! Try and get C loop spots 15 - 21. They’re shaded and at the back of the loop.
ScoutVery clean and easy setup. The campsites on the A loop are a little more on an angle, they converted tent site lots to camper lots so they come with a level tent area as well.
The pool doesn’t look like it’s been opened in years but there is a little beach area near the welcome center.
Camping options near Carrollton, Virginia offer access to water recreation, historic sites, and forest trails. The region sits along the James River watershed with several state parks within a 45-minute drive. Summer humidity levels typically exceed 80% with average July temperatures reaching 89°F, making water activities particularly popular during peak camping season.
Kayaking in marshlands: At Chippokes Plantation State Park, campers can explore the river and wetland ecosystems. Christina notes you should "definitely recommend following the river inland and kayaking through the marshland."
Shark tooth hunting: The beaches at Kiptopeke State Park Campground offer a unique activity for all ages. "Hunt for sharks teeth on the beach. Pool is very clean," shares Danielle H., highlighting this distinctive coastal pursuit.
Paddleboat rental: Northwest River Park & Campground provides equipment for exploring Black Water. One reviewer explains, "Canoes and paddle boats are available to rent for use in black water," noting the recreational options beyond hiking.
Shaded campsite options: At Northwest River Park, sites offer good coverage from summer heat. "Plenty of room..showers/bathrooms huge..water NOT at all sites but easy to fill tanks. Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic," reports Gary D.
Historic plantation setting: Chippokes State Park Campground offers more than just camping with its working farm. Rose H. explains it's "just a short distance from Williamsburg but yet so remote! The still working farm and homes are a treasure of how life and farms ran back in the day."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained amenities at local campgrounds. At Northwest River Park, a visitor observed they were "amazed at the cleanliness of the campground. The staff is very friendly. The park was very quiet going into the night."
Beach access restrictions: Kiptopeke State Park provides designated pet areas. "This park is a nice place to bring your family to camp, fish, crab and relax by the beach and collect seashells. It has 2 beautiful beaches, one that allows pets and the other does not," explains Annemarie R.
Seasonal flooding concerns: Low-lying sites may experience water issues after rainfall. At Northwest River Park, one camper warned: "Because this area is near wetlands some of the campsites were flooded throughout the weekend. If rain a lot of rain is forecasted you may want to talk to one of the rangers about your particular site."
Long-term resident presence: Chesapeake Campground accommodates extended stays. "They cater mostly to monthly campers, and aside from allowing some small decks to be built next to the RV's, it otherwise looks very clean. They do keep a few sites open for transient campers," notes Cliff M.
Budget-friendly activities: Northwest River Park offers various recreation options. "Plenty of things to do for the active camper. Put put golf, kayak, hiking and much more," describes Patricia L., highlighting attractions beyond standard camping.
Educational opportunities: Historic sites provide learning experiences. Philip S. reports Chippokes offers "plenty to do on the grounds, hiking, biking, touring the plantation, geocaching, and yes, even Pokemon Go!"
Child-friendly water areas: Chesapeake Campground provides accessible water activities. "There were a lot of child friendly activities to do here. It's about 40 mins from the beach. We tent camped and had a blast," shares Audriana V.
Campsite selection strategy: At Kiptopeke State Park, location matters for comfort. "1st two rows of sites have almost ZERO tree cover. 1st row not very level sites. Not quite as spacious/spread out sites as other state parks, but it's on the bay!" advises Ashley I.
Extended stay options: RV travelers seeking longer-term accommodations have options near Carrollton. Cliff M. suggests, "If you need to stay for a duration in the Norfolk-Va Beach area (we're talking months), this is the place to be! Several sites have good access to satellite system."
Leveling requirements: Many sites require adjustment for comfortable setup. One RVer at Northwest River Park notes "The sites are gravel and mostly level but I did have to use a couple blocks of my levelers."
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