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Hampton, Virginia's coastal location provides a range of camping experiences from state parks to private campgrounds. The area features several notable options including First Landing State Park Campground, located about 25 miles southeast of Hampton on the Chesapeake Bay, and Gosnold's Hope Park within Hampton city limits. Accommodations vary widely from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV locations, cabin rentals, and even yurt and glamping options. Newport News Park, situated approximately 10 miles northwest of Hampton, offers both drive-in and boat-in camping with access to hiking trails and water recreation.
Campground accessibility throughout the region remains consistent year-round with most facilities operating in all seasons. Many developed campgrounds near Hampton require advance reservations, particularly for weekend stays during summer months when beach access is most desirable. The coastal climate brings humid summers with temperatures regularly reaching the 80s, while winters remain relatively mild. Most established campgrounds provide water and electric hookups, with several offering full sewer connections for RVs. Facilities vary from basic to well-appointed, with shower houses and dump stations available at larger parks. A camper noted that "First Landing State Park is a real gem in the midst of a very busy Virginia Beach" with "nice clean showers located around the campground."
Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers visiting the Hampton area. Sites along the Chesapeake Bay, particularly at First Landing State Park, receive consistently positive reviews for their proximity to beaches and natural setting. Several visitors mentioned the balance of natural surroundings with convenient access to urban amenities. As one reviewer described The Colonies RV and Travel Park, it's a "lovely small campground located inside a National Park land" that is "nicely situated between Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach." Military activity from nearby bases may create occasional noise disturbances at certain campgrounds, with some reviews noting nighttime training exercises and aircraft noise. Campgrounds within Hampton city limits like Sandy Bottom Nature Park offer a more urban camping experience with easy access to local attractions.
Best Campgrounds near Hampton (75)
1. First Landing State Park Campground
"FLSP is a real Gem in the midst of a very busy Virginia Beach. The campsites range from tenting with no hookups to 20, 30, and 50 foot sites with water and electric."
"Our game ground was surrounded by the forest but your in walking distance to the beach. The shower and rest rooms are sit up nicely the best I’ve seen at a campground."
from $32 - $163 / night
Check Availability2. Kiptopeke State Park Campground
"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."
"We love staying in the yurts at Virginia State Parks because they are always an affordable, easy way to camping without having to set up a tent or spend the extra money for a cabin."
from $32 - $459 / night
Check Availability3. The Colonies RV and Travel Park
"Lovely small campground located inside a National Park land. Full hookup sites are named after the original 13 colonies. Nicely situated between Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach."
"One of the most scenic and peaceful campgrounds in the state of Virginia, you are right by the water (it’s almost like an island), 2 minutes walking distance from a secluded beach, add two more minutes"
from $25 - $59 / night
Check Availability4. Holiday Trav-L-Park
"We stayed at Holiday Trav-L-Park in Virginia Beach for the first time for 3 nights in July. As our travel trailer is small, we were able to stay in site #152. "
"I stayed here to go to a concert in downtown Virginia Beach when high-season hotel rates made booking a room too pricey."
from $25 - $92 / night
Check Availability5. Virginia Beach KOA
"Definitely plenty to do and a short Uber distance to the World Famous Virginia Beach."
"You can take trolley to Virginia Beach. The pools were clean and lots for kids to do without leaving."
6. Sandy Bottom Nature Park
"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
Check Availability7. Sun Outdoors Cape Charles
"It's nearby for Tidewater Virginia campers. Great swimming, fishing, boating and playground opportunities"
"This campground is close to Virginia Beach and is super accessible . My kids loved the paddleboats as well as the waterpark. There is a general store and a little arcade ."
8. Newport News Park
"The sites are quiet, very spacious, nicely spaced, some surprisingly so, but many are deceptively unlevel, particularly on the outside of the loops, and are heavily wooded."
"A bit of a long walk to the bathroom, as we need to walk around the entire loop to get to it. Gorgeous, spacious sites with electric and water at each site. Some sites back up to the St."
9. Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp
"There is a small playground in the campground area, but right next to the campground is a large play area that has a rock wall that our kids really loved playing at. "
"There is a lake for fishing with boat rentals available. Not very quite as it’s located near a busy road. (Saunders road). You can hear cars ambulance etc. all night."
from $15 - $30 / night
10. Gosnold's Hope Park
"Nice spots, a little close, no campfire rings, friendly staff, close to amenities, nice bathrooms."
from $32 / night
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 12 min from Richmond, VA
- 2 hrs 27 min from Salisbury, MD
- 2 hrs 55 min from Lexington Park, MD
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Recent Reviews near Hampton, VA
765 Reviews of 75 Hampton Campgrounds
lisa K.
GuideVirginia Beach KOA
Will not stay again due to the fighter jets overhead.
The fighter jets are so close to the campground. Extremely loud. You can not have a conversation on the phone when they fly over. Hurts my ears. Especially in the middle of the night. Twice. Thundering roars then the high whistle woke me disoriented with sudden fear it was a missile coming in. On the other hand, the pool area and lazy river were very nice. Bathouse was kept clean. Constant property care and maintenance were daily kept nice. Trolly for an added fee to the beach from campground. Nice kid and family activities to do at the campground.
Bryan S.GuideFirst Landing State Park Campground
Highly recommend!
So we had just gone in on a day pass to go to the beach and ended up staying two nights. It was that nice. The sites varied greatly in size, but both the sites we stayed in had plenty of room and shade. The bathrooms were clean and well maintained. The beaches were filled with crabs, so if you don’t like crabs it might not be the place for you, but we really loved it there.
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Gwynns Island RV Resort
Nice spot!
Mostly seasonal, people are very welcoming. Only downside was we had no t mobile service and WiFi was unreliable.
Nancy W.
LegendSun Outdoors Cape Charles
Nice water views, but expensive!
This is a typical Sun Resort property with tons of amenities and activities which is great for families. There are four fishing piers, miniature golf, basketball court, baseball diamond, five pools (including one that is adult only), a large dog park, and much, much more. There are a couple of “beach” areas but there are lots of rocks so you might want to wear water shoes. We visited in May and the park was just starting to open for the summer so the pools were not open and there were not many scheduled activities. There is a large camp store and café onsite which is convenient if you don’t want to leave the property.
We booked a 50A full hook-up site (621) which was one row back from being on the water. The front row (with unobstructed water views) is about $50 more per night so I checked online to see which sites were unoccupied and booked one behind them in the second row. Luckily, no one booked a site in front of us during our stay and we had great views, especially of the sunsets. Our site had a great view of the bay since there was no camper in front of us. The site was a pull thru plenty long enough for our car and RV and level and we had a nice shade tree on our patio side. We did have a clear view to the sky with our Dish satellite and got a sufficient amount of over-the-air tv channels. Most of the sites are sandy/gravel and we didn’t have any trouble sinking as the substrate was hard packed. There are a couple of ponds which are pretty, but they attract geese and there was goose poop everywhere.
Honestly, we really liked the surrounding area but, to us, the nightly price of $71 is pretty steep (and that is with a 25% discount-it's normally over $100), especially since we don’t use any of the amenities. Sun does offer specials based on length of stay and offers discounts to military and first responders so check their special offers section before booking. We loved watching the large ships in the Chesapeake and looked on vesselfinder.com to see what they were and where they were going.
Nearby is Eastern Shore of VA National Wildlife Refuge which has a couple of nice trails and The Barrier Island Center is very interesting with exhibits and short films. Downtown Cape Charles is super cute with nice shops and eateries. Cape Charles Brewing Company has delicious fish and chips, Mason Avenue Bakery is absolutely delicious, and we recommend the pizza at Deadrise Italian Kitchen.
- MMegan L.
TravelerChickahominy Riverfront Park
Beautiful Location and about 15 minutes from BGW
Beautiful campground with riverfront tent spaces as well as RV spaces. Pool looked nice and a lovely quiet beach was very family friendly as well
Megan H.TravelerChesapeake Campground
Great local quiet spot!
I 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.
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North Landing Beach Campground
Will return for sure
Very, very glad we found this location. Medium to larger campground. Quite spacious. You're not packed in like Oreos in a wrapper. Nice layout, and site sizes. Nice level pads. Very clean & well maintained, everything is. Plenty of amenities and weekly activities.On site pizza & ice cream shop, highly recommended. Great water access paddle boards & kayaks. Nice boat launch too. An absolute bargain for the price point. Killer sunsets too. Have paid more and gotten less, and disappointed. Repeating, very pleased staying here, soo much room. Thank you
Madison M.GuideKiptopeke State Park Campground
Such a cool place to stay with lots to do!
I 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!
Guide to Hampton
Newport News Park offers camping options 10 miles northwest of Hampton with drive-in and boat-in access. Sites feature water and electric hookups at most locations, though some areas have only 20-amp service. The heavily wooded campground maintains significantly cooler temperatures than surrounding areas, with summer temperatures averaging 5-10 degrees lower beneath the mature tree canopy.
What to do
Paddle the waterways: Sandy Bottom Nature Park provides kayak and paddle boat rentals by the hour for exploring the lake. A visitor notes, "This park has plenty of camping spots and also has some yurts that are available to rent out. I would recommend this spot to anyone who wants a convenient family friendly camping/outdoor experience."
Bike to Virginia Beach: Holiday Trav-L-Park offers convenient biking access to nearby attractions. A camper shares, "We brought our own this year and rode the quick 3 miles to the boardwalk during the day." The campground provides transportation options if you prefer not to bike.
Fishing and crabbing: Sun Outdoors Cape Charles provides multiple fishing piers and crabbing opportunities. A visitor mentions, "There is so much for the kids to do! Most sites are nicely wooded and it's located in the Chesapeake Bay." The campground also offers boat rentals for fishing excursions.
Military history exploration: The Colonies RV and Travel Park sits on historic Fort Monroe land with water on two sides. A reviewer explains, "While there you must check out the Fort Monroe Casement Museum. You have water on two sides with excellent walking area."
What campers like
Beach proximity and access: First Landing State Park Campground offers direct beach access from the campground. A camper notes, "The camp ground is beautiful and the people are friendly. Our game ground was surrounded by the forest but your in walking distance to the beach." The park provides both forested campsites and beach recreation.
Natural surroundings: The heavily wooded sites at Newport News Park create a natural retreat despite urban proximity. According to one review, "We love it here. Their park is beautiful. The parking pass are well maintained and there's water and electric at every spot in the loop we were on."
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the site layout at area campgrounds. At Kiptopeke State Park Campground, "Try and get C loop spots 15 - 21. They're shaded and at the back of the loop." The campground offers full hookup sites in C loop, while A and B loops do not.
Multiple swimming options: Sun Outdoors Cape Charles features five swimming pools plus bay access. A reviewer mentions, "It has 5 swimming pools, very clean and well maintained. It has mini golf and paddleboats. It has a great kids program with lots of activities."
What you should know
Military noise factors: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby military installations. At First Landing State Park, a camper explains, "You may hear occasional machine guns and artillery. You will also hear reveille in the morning. It was not terribly bad."
Highway sound impacts: Sandy Bottom Nature Park experiences traffic noise despite its natural setting. One visitor noted, "The biggest negative was that no matter where you were in the park, there was significant noise from the highway. Horns honking, sirens blaring, the general rush of cars going by."
Weather considerations: Summer heat affects camping comfort at many Hampton area campgrounds. A First Landing visitor shared, "I wouldn't recommend tent camping in the middle of summer - my husband and i both got sick. The beach was nice and quiet, and the water wasn't too cold."
Site leveling issues: At Newport News Park, many campsites require leveling equipment. A reviewer warns, "Make sure you have leveling chalks as some of the sites are too uneven for auto leveling to work."
Tips for camping with families
Choose parks with programming: Sun Outdoors Cape Charles offers extensive children's activities. A camper shares, "It has a great kids program with lots of activities. Amazing sunset views from the beach. Fishing, crabbing, you name it... they have it."
Consider shoulder seasons: Holiday Trav-L-Park can get crowded during peak periods. A camper notes, "Prices come way down during the off season. Much of the facilities are closed but they keep open one of their bathhouses. Otherwise it's a peaceful stay in the winter months."
Look for shaded sites: Virginia Beach KOA offers some shaded areas that are valuable for summer comfort. A visitor advises, "Arrive early to choose shady spots" when selecting a campsite.
Seek specific campground areas: At Kiptopeke State Park, site selection matters significantly. One camper explains, "The only reason I am giving 4 stars is for everyone. I thoroughly enjoyed my spot being in a cul-de-sac. But driving back to my spot I noticed all the A and B spots for trailers are just on top of each other."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Newport News Park has varying hookup options across different loops. A camper notes, "Some loops are primitive, some have only 20A service and some have 30A service and water hookup. There are no sewer hookups, but there is a dump station."
Connection planning: Cell service varies across camping areas. At Newport News Park, a camper reports, "AT&T had 2 bars and 6 MB/s w/o a booster, 3 bars and 8 MB/s with it. There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy."
Seasonal considerations: Virginia Beach KOA offers off-season advantages for remote workers. A visitor mentions, "I'm here for hybrid remote work and the T-Mobile signal is nice and strong for my needs, both for work and entertainment. Easy to get in and out of the campground."
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds near Hampton, VA offer cabin rentals?
What campgrounds near Hampton, VA offer cabin rentals?
Several campgrounds near Hampton offer comfortable cabin accommodations. False Cape State Park Campground provides primitive cabin options in a more remote setting, requiring visitors to hike, bike, or boat in as vehicle access is restricted. For more accessible options, American Heritage RV Park offers cabin rentals with the convenience of being centrally located to Hampton, Williamsburg, Richmond, and Virginia Beach. Their cabins provide a comfortable base for exploring the entire Tidewater region, with clean facilities and friendly staff to enhance your stay.
Which Hampton campgrounds have swimming pools for visitors?
Which Hampton campgrounds have swimming pools for visitors?
While natural water features are more common in the Hampton area, visitors seeking swimming pools have options. The Colonies RV and Travel Park offers typical RV resort amenities which often include swimming facilities. Located conveniently between Hampton, Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, it provides a central location with recreational activities. Virginia Beach KOA is another option with pool facilities for visitors wanting to cool off during the warmer months. For those preferring natural swimming, many local campgrounds offer beach access instead of pools.
Where are the best campgrounds in Hampton, VA?
Where are the best campgrounds in Hampton, VA?
The Hampton area offers several excellent camping options. First Landing State Park Campground stands out as a gem nestled between the forest and beach, with sites for tents and RVs with water and electric hookups. Campers love its secluded feel despite proximity to Virginia Beach. For those seeking more amenities, Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area provides convenient access to Hampton attractions with reservable sites and big-rig-friendly spaces. Newport News Park and Sandy Bottom Nature Park are also worth considering for their natural settings and proximity to Hampton's urban conveniences.
Are there RV parks with full hookups in Hampton, VA?
Are there RV parks with full hookups in Hampton, VA?
Chickahominy Riverfront Park offers RV sites with full hookups in a peaceful setting near Hampton. The park provides water, electric, and sewer connections in a scenic riverside location. Another excellent option is Holiday Trav-L-Park, which features full-service RV sites with all necessary connections for comfortable extended stays. For those willing to venture slightly further, Thousand Trails Williamsburg and Newport News Park also accommodate RVs with various hookup options. Most of these parks are big-rig friendly and offer amenities like clean restrooms, showers, and convenient access to Hampton attractions.
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