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Best Cabin Camping near Chincoteague Island, VA

327 Reviews

The eastern shore of Virginia has several cabin rental options near Chincoteague Island for campers wanting more comfort than tent camping. Pocomoke River State Park's cabins come with beds and full kitchens, making them good for families who want to cook their own meals. Milburn Landing Campground has more basic cabins with a woodsy feel that still include heating and AC for year-round comfort. Most cabins sit close to the Pocomoke River, where fishing and boating are common activities among guests. The views from cabin porches let you watch wildlife while drinking morning coffee. Reservations can be made throughout the year, though summer and fall weekends fill up months in advance. Many cabin campers take day trips to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, about 30 minutes away, to see the wild ponies and birds. Hiking trails start near the cabin areas, with maps available at park offices. The cabins work well in any season, with spring and fall being less crowded times to visit when rates are sometimes lower.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Chincoteague Island, Virginia (20)

    1. Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island

    32 Reviews
    Chincoteague, VA
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 336-3111

    "This private campground is in a fantastic location."

    "Had an amazing time at this KOA in Chincoteague Island. Only one mile from the beach where the horses roam. Maui Water park was so fun, my kids loved it. The staff here was very kind and courteous."

    2. Shad Landing Campground

    28 Reviews
    Girdletree, MD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 632-2566

    $23 - $29 / night

    "Shad Landing,along with it’s sister park Milburn Landing, make up Pokomoke State Park. It’s just 45 minutes away from the beach at Assateague Island and an hour or so to Ocean City or Chincoteague."

    "There’s a marina and boat launch, with the marina offering electric and potable water. Boat rentals include canoes, kayaks, rowboats and electric boats in season. There’s a playground for kids."

    3. Pocomoke River State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Girdletree, MD
    14 miles
    Website

    $19 - $71 / night

    "The bathrooms and cabins must have been new, or at least just renovated. The bathroom was almost like showering at a spa! Stainless steel, wood paneling, very clean."

    "Caddy corner from the bath house, but not so close to be disturbing, & it was very clean w/ nice hot water showers & spacious adjacent changing area with bench & lots of hooks to hang towel"

    4. Tall Pines / Chesapeake Bay KOA Holiday

    12 Reviews
    Bloxom, VA
    16 miles
    Website

    $35 - $159 / night

    "We had requested site 50, back-in with FHUs but were told since the park was fairly empty, we could take a golf cart and go choose a site."

    "The black tank clean out is near site WV15 so avoid that area. They pump it out daily. There are beach grasses between them but still close. Waterfront sites looked great. There are about 6 I think."

    5. Chincoteague Bay Trails End Campground Resort

    3 Reviews
    Chincoteague, VA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 824-3428

    "Trails end has gate with campground I.d. or sticker access."

    "We had the luxury of staying in the " Cottage" which was very upscale lol"

    6. Milburn Landing Campground

    8 Reviews
    Girdletree, MD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 632-2566

    $19 - $25 / night

    "It offers level sites with gravel pads, picnic table, and lantern stand, and fire ring nestled beneath tall pines; some also offer electric, but not sewer connections."

    "This is part of Pocomoke River State Park in MD. It is small with about 30 sites and 3 cabins. The cabins have AC and face the river as do 3 RV electric hookup sites."

    7. Janes Island State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Crisfield, MD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 968-1565

    $21 - $87 / night

    "Janes Island State Park is a wonderful place for scenic state park camping. There are spots for tents and rvs. There is a marina and kayak trails."

    "Not a lot of hiking trails in the park, but there are plenty nearby."

    8. Sun Outdoors Frontier Town

    28 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    28 miles
    Website

    "Great location, the friendliest and most helpful staff, beautiful surroundings, lots to do, kid and pet friendly"

    "This vacation beach RV park is super fun for the kids. They have old time plays, skits, and activities. The ability to rent golf carts is a super cool bonus especially to get the surroundings."

    9. Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    24 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 213-0097

    $65 - $350 / night

    "Gets very busy during the weekend, even though it's considered off season but people respect quiet hours. We could hear the live band perfectly from our site which we liked."

    "Beautiful location with lots of space for everyone. Great beach and tiki bar. Pools for the family and very pet friendly."

    10. Trap Pond State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Laurel, DE
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 875-5153

    $22 - $56 / night

    "The yurts also have electricity, heat and air, and are well equipped with other items such as: a trash can, broom and dustpan, standing lamp, two chairs, two small tables, a fire extinguisher, and two"

    "This is pet friendly and has electric and water. Dump station is across from loop D. There are 5 loops with Loop E being tent and cabins/hurts only. That Loop also has island tent sites."

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  • Angel K.
    Jun. 23, 2016

    Pocomoke River State Park Campground

    Amazing Grounds!

    Wow, stayed on this place en route up the East Coast and I was amazed! The bathrooms and cabins must have been new, or at least just renovated. The bathroom was almost like showering at a spa! Stainless steel, wood paneling, very clean. The cabins included ac/heater, ceiling fan, nice bed padding, and plastic chairs/table. The site also included a picnic table and fire pit. Pet friendly as we stayed with our golden retriever with a great view of the river. This campsite is a must stay, especially for glampers and probably a good choice for those who love ac/heating!

  • Debbie W.
    Oct. 10, 2018

    Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    Small but beautiful

    Site #271

    Full hookups: 20/30/50 amp water & sewer

    Very nice/small campground on the Sinepuxent bay. Gets very busy during the weekend, even though it's considered off season but people respect quiet hours. We could hear the live band perfectly from our site which we liked. Not too many planned activities but free shuttle to nearby Berlin & Ocean City.Short drive to all Ocean City has to offer. Clean bath houses and golf cart rental was an added bonus! Highly recommend our site to anyone with littles as you can literally relax at your site while your child plays at the playground! All sites included a fire ring with cooking grate and picnic table. Fairly easy to back in but they do have pull throughs available as well. Site was fairly spacious and campground is SUPER pet friendly!

  • Bill G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2018

    Shad Landing Campground

    Close to the ocean without the cost of OC

    Shad Landing,along with it’s sister park Milburn Landing, make up Pokomoke State Park. It’s just 45 minutes away from the beach at Assateague Island and an hour or so to Ocean City or Chincoteague. The sites are varied- some are more apt to hold smaller tents than larger ones, there are RV sites as well- cabins too. Each loop, with the exception of Waters Edge have full bathrooms with warm showers and flush toilets. Pets are allowed in some loops. The marina/ park office has a well stocked camp store as well as a kitchen that serves pizza and the like. Boat rental are available as well (try the canoe loop trail) There have been years when we stay here instead of hotels at OC- much cheaper and close to more than just commercial crap. Besides the beaches, it’s also close to the truly excellent NASA Wallops Island center that my kids thoroughly enjoy, as well as incredibly awesome food in nearby Berlin and Pocomoke City. Each site provides a picnic table and fire ring. Most have a lantern hook. In season there is a large swimming pool- free for campers. The nature center regularly holds programs and there are a few hiking trails here and in the nearby Pocomoke State Forest.

  • Phinon W.
    May. 3, 2019

    Trap Pond State Park Campground

    Beautiful views and quiet campground

    For this visit, I stayed in one of their two yurts. The views were just gorgeous.

    The yurts have a bunk bed with a queen mattress on the bottom and a twin on top, as well as a futon that folds out into a queen. The bunks were very comfortable, but the futon was so hard we didn't even use it to sit on. The yurts also have electricity, heat and air, and are well equipped with other items such as: a trash can, broom and dustpan, standing lamp, two chairs, two small tables, a fire extinguisher, and two fly swatters.

    The views should be the huge selling point of this campground. When you walk out of the yurt, you walk onto your own raised wooden deck to beautiful views of Trap Pond. There are plenty of trees around for shade, but not so many that you can't enjoy the view. The trees also seclude you somewhat from your neighbors in the cabins, but you could interact if you wish.

    The closest restrooms to the cabin and yurt area are port-a-potties but they are currently prepping to build a bath house in this area.

    The cabins and yurts are walk up and wheelbarrows are provided. The walk is also pretty close. There is no running water, but there is a centrally located water pump.

    The campground offers a lot to do and quite a bit of it is free: free bike rentals, free horseshoes and ladder ball, two huge playground area and a nature center. They also have boat rentals and a boat tour available.

    We will definitely be visiting again!

  • Travyl Couple !.
    Dec. 14, 2019

    Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island

    Location trumps privacy

    We don’t always pick campgrounds for their spacious sites and scenic views. BUT we do pick them based on the outdoor activities we can do from the campground itself via bike riding or walking. Since we don’t bring a car location is very important to us.

    This private campground is in a fantastic location. Waking distance to stores, water slide park, kayaking, fishing/crabbing from bridges and Biking distance to Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge & Assateague Island National Seashore . There is even a complimentary trolley that will take you to the beach during the “in season”.

    You can rent kayaks and bikes from this resort. There is a pool, jumping pillow, and playground. The water park adjacent cost an additional fee. They have 3 day passes and after 3pm packages. (You May also get a discount from KOA front desk)

    The campground- tight and efficient with a lot of options for staying here from little cabins safari style tent cabins, rental Rv’s, grassy tent area to full hook up rv sites. We had a premium RV site and since we were here off season in late April- the campground was not super busy. Just expect that you will be in very close proximity of your neighbors and it will be loud and boisterous in the evening. Our solution?? Hike and Bike all day so you are exhausted. That way after dinner and a couple of glasses of wine... you really don’t care.

    We came here specifically to experience the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague Island VA National Seashore and the parks did not disappoint. We biked and hiked the the parks but you can easily enjoy a lot of the sites via car. Just know that pets are NOT allowed. There are Ubers in this area. Here is a link to the trail and park map.
    https://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/Region_5/NWRS/South_Zone/Chincoteague_Complex/Chincoteague/Chincoteague%20Refuge%20Trail%20Map%20(1).pdf

    There is a fee of $10 per car for 7 day pass. Bikers and Pedestrians get in free. (The fee gets you into both parks).

    Happy Camping! Pamela and Keith

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 7, 2021

    Trap Pond State Park Campground

    Favorite DE campground

    Last family trip of the year and it didn’t disappoint. We stayed in site D25 again just as we did 2 yrs ago. It’s a pull through site as are all sites in loop D. This is pet friendly and has electric and water. Dump station is across from loop D. There are 5 loops with Loop E being tent and cabins/hurts only. That Loop also has island tent sites. We couldn’t walk into that area. Each loop or area has its own bathhouse which appear to all be individual family style bathrooms.

    The layout of the sites in loop D is not typical. All sites in this loop are pull through and parallel to the road, so the left drivers side of your camper faces the road and the right side faces your camp area. If you stay in an inside loop site you will be facing the camper on the other side of the loop. For instance D11 and D14 face each other. The distance between sites across the loop isn’t huge or blocked by any foliage but didn’t seem to be an issue for our friends who stayed in D24. If you stay on the outside of the loop you will either face the woods (higher numbered sites) or loop C through the trees ( lower numbered sites). Our site is pretty level as are most sites. This is Delaware which is flat land.

    The one issue with most every site are the trees. Most every site has a tree to watch out for. Other loops are all back in sites and many of those have trees to keep an eye on as well. This is a shaded campground. At the end of each loop is a pier on the pond which is large and beautiful. There are playgrounds in each loop and bike rentals at the camp store.

    The tent area is walk in but they provide wheelbarrows or carts to haul your stuff. These sites are very private and well spaced off the walk-in path and from each other. The cabins and yurts are also walk-in but again you have the use of carts. Some of the cabins are facing the pond and offer gorgeous views.

    There is a primitive group camp area complete with bathhouse, screened in pavilion, open air pavilion, numerous picnic tables, horseshoe and volleyball courts and sits at the point so the views of the pond are plentiful.

    There is a disc golf course within walking distance and the weekend we were there a competition was happening. There is a day use area with boat rentals and lots of trails for hikers or horses to use.

    The town of Laurel nearby has a few stores. I found This and That Country Store which was so cute. The owner was super nice. The beach areas of Delaware are not too far away if you want a beach day.

    This has become one of our favorite campgrounds in DE.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Milburn Landing Campground

    A quiet and small campground

    Pocomoke river state park offers two campgrounds smaller of these is Milburn landing which is significantly farther from the coastal attractions then the larger Shad Landing. It offers level sites with gravel pads, picnic table, and lantern stand, and fire ring nestled beneath tall pines; some also offer electric, but not sewer connections. A centrally located bathroom is clean with showers and includes a dishwashing sink. Verizon cell coverage was poor.  There are also a few rustic cabins if you don't have a tent iorwould rather have a more secure place to sleep.

    There's a soft launch spot for canoes and kayaks near the cabins, but no swimming due to water hazards. An official boat ramp is down a road across from the campground entrance.

    There's no camp store on location, but Pocomoke City, with it's big box stores, is nearby if you've forgotten anything.

    It's a quieter experience here with fewer amenities, but nice if you want to get away and boat, fish, or explore. If you're looking to explore Assateague or Chincoteague, you will find the Shad Landing section of Pocomoke River is more convenient.

  • Lisa B.
    Jun. 17, 2018

    Trap Pond State Park Campground

    Lovely, well run, affordable state park campground.

    Trap Pond is wonderful, we camp there a lot. It's great for kayaking and canoeing, freshwater fishing, birding, biking and hiking. There are miles of well maintained trails for bicycles, and free bike rentals from the campground bike shed. There are also loads of well marked water trails, one of which leads to a really nice cypress swamp with active beaver dam. Pontoon boat tours and kayak and canoe rentals are available for a reasonable fee. There is a nice play area for children in the campground that's just been upgraded, and a larger one across the pond in the public area. A lovely nature center is available for visiting during the day at no charge. It's fairly quiet and great for families and children.

    Campsites are wooded and well kept, with fire rings and picnic tables at each, and there are a range of scheduled activities for all ages from free to a small fee. Staff and volunteer hosts are friendly and courteous, and there is a camp store and laundry facilities. Bath houses, while a bit dated, are kept clean and neat. Pets are welcome. Cabins and Yurts are available, (And adorable).

  • Fransheska A.
    Jul. 16, 2018

    Trap Pond State Park Campground

    Yurt getaway!!

    We were able to get a yurt as a walk up after the office closed thanks to the help of a kind staff member. The yurt was cozy and had a waterfront view of the pond. They fit up to 5 people and are air conditioned, but you’ll need your own sheets, pillow, & blankets! The campground was well kept with some trails, views of the pond all around, a small play ground, several bath houses, and an activity spot with cornhole and ladder ball set up. Pets are allowed except in the cabins and yurts.

    If you like privacy the cabins and yurts provide plenty of it, and they do offer secluded island tent spots as well. The Reginald spots were a bit open and close to gether but they had electric and non electric available. There were canoe and kayak rentals for $10 an hour. Overall a fun place for the family. The only reason I gave it a 4 outta 5 is the fact that the bathrooms and showers were a bit dirty but other than that it was a great stay!!!

Guide to Chincoteague Island

Cabin camping near Chincoteague Island, Virginia, offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and cozy accommodations, perfect for families and nature lovers alike.

Explore the Water Park and Nearby Attractions

  • Enjoy easy access to the water park and food truck court just outside the gate of Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island, making it a great spot for family fun.
  • The Sun Outdoors Chesapeake Bay features fishing piers and boat rentals, ideal for those looking to explore the beautiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
  • Island Resort Campground is close to Ocean City and Assateague Island, providing a perfect base for beach outings and water activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Chincoteague KOA compare to other cabin accommodations on the island?

Jellystone Park (formerly Chincoteague KOA) stands out for its excellent location that allows visitors to explore the island via bike or walking without needing a car. The campground offers a more activity-focused experience compared to other accommodations in the area. For a different experience near Chincoteague, Trap Pond State Park Campground features waterfront yurts with electric, AC, and beautiful pond views. These yurts can accommodate up to 5 people and offer a unique alternative to traditional cabins.

What are the typical costs for renting a cabin on Chincoteague Island?

Cabin rental costs on Chincoteague Island typically vary by season, amenities, and proximity to attractions. Peak summer season (June-August) commands premium prices, while shoulder seasons offer better value. For budget alternatives near Chincoteague, Shad Landing Campground and Milburn Landing Campground offer more affordable cabin options within a 45-60 minute drive to Chincoteague and Assateague beaches. Rates generally range from $75-200+ per night depending on accommodation type and season.

What campgrounds on Chincoteague Island offer cabin rentals?

Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island offers cabin rentals right on the island, providing a convenient base for exploring the area's attractions. These accommodations are family-friendly with various amenities and activities. For those willing to stay near Chincoteague, Pocomoke River State Park Campground features newly renovated cabins with AC/heat, ceiling fans, and comfortable bedding, about 45 minutes from Chincoteague Island.

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