4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
The Wytheville KOA Holiday campground includes several glamping accommodations within an hour's drive of Speedwell, Virginia. Their deluxe cabins feature comfortable bedding, climate control, and private bathrooms, while Hungry Mother State Park offers both yurt rentals and premium glamping options with electricity and modern amenities. "By far the best KOA I have stayed at. This place is huge and something for everyone," noted one visitor. Many of the glamping sites provide picnic tables, fire rings, and access to shared facilities like hot showers and clean restrooms. Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA also features upscale yurts with wooden floors, comfortable furniture, and electrical outlets, creating a more luxurious camping experience than traditional accommodations.
Grindstone Recreation Area and Hurricane Campground provide premium glamping options with unique outdoor experiences along forest trails and streams. A recent guest mentioned, "We only stayed here one night to break up a long trip. The campsite was very clean, close to the interstate, and had excellent Wi-Fi." Onsite amenities at Wytheville KOA include a swimming pool with water slides, a bowling alley, arcade games, and a cafe serving pizza and other food options. Most glamping accommodations in the region require advance reservations, particularly during the peak season from April through October. Proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, New River access points, and Grayson Highlands State Park make these glamping resorts ideal basecamps for exploring southwestern Virginia's natural attractions.
"We stopped here while driving down 81. It’s right off the highway, but nice and secluded. It’s a little barren (not enough trees) but the facilities and sites are quite nice."
"Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly."
from $50 - $170 / night
"First off - if you are driving an RV or travel trailer up here - know what you are getting yourself into. The drive up here is challenging and only recommended from the East."
"It was a two mile drive from the Contact Center to the campground entrance… passing by a scenic view turnoff on the right, with long valley views."
from $27 - $98 / night
"Very nice lake for swimming and kayaking. Challenging hiking and biking trails. I saw some monster fish in the lake so my guess is the fishing is good."
"Hungry Mother State Park, Royal Oak Campground, Marion VA...site 3. https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/hungry-mother Campground Overview: Located outside of Marion VA
Hungry Mother State Park is"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 / night
"This is a lovely park right off the main highway. You don’t hear any noise because a large hill blocks every thing off. RV sites aren’t really spacious, but are shaded with a picnic bench."
"Highway access to this area is easy for all types of traveler. there are several stores in the area with just about anything you could need or want only moments away from camp and if you are there in late"
from $35 - $38 / night
"Located in the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests this campground was a nice find. Not crowded at all, maybe 5 other campers. Extremely quiet & relaxing stay."
"Getting close to dark on a holiday weekend when we found this place. The hostess was very friendly and welcoming, even offered to deliver our firewood since we were on motorcycles."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $40 / night
"Arrived on a Friday morning & was the only one there. Had my pick of all the sites! Campground was very clean with trash bins & porta-potties."
"Other than the bear hunting that went on, was scary..this is a peaceful spot to reset with plenty of hiking trails right next to the creek."
from $5 / night
"Campground Review: Located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area of SW Virginia, the Gindstone Campground is tucked away midway up the mountain."
"The fire pit had a great grate for cooking in our cast iron pans and the picnic table was a huge plus."
from $24 - $36 / night
"We tow a 19' a-frame camper with a Toyota Tacoma and had lots of room on the pad. The pad was pretty level so set up was easy."
"We were in loop A which had no electric hook ups. Each site has the usual fire pit, picnic bench and a pole for your trash bag. It was very roomy and well maintained."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $72 / night
"Clean sites Stayed in Brunson Site 44 by creek Some shade Water and electricity on sites Main camping is Creekside / tent platforms at Royal Oak All facilities super clean , laundry and lake for a cool"
"Has multiple pull through sites, bath house and laundry close by. We were there during off season so some of the park was closed and they collected payment through honor system."
from $37 - $41 / night
"there's a lot of camper spaces... and about 6 or 7 tent sites. all have electric but not all have running water. pool is good sized cool little camper kitchen. excellent staff, very friendly and attentive"
"There is a heated pool (closed), corn hole, playground, and multiple games. We noticed there's no kids during this time of the year. The KOA station has some cute gifts. 24 hrs."
GuideNeed an overnight stay on 81/77 this is the place. Booked is call them complete the reservation via Campspot app which they use so I had to download it. Place had plenty of sites pull through which I didnt need but they were so accommodating. I had a perfect view of mountains and cow pasture Relaxation and sleep close to bathhouse and office. They also have propane fill for your camper
ScoutFrom check in to our stay, large big rig drive through lot. Quiet and clean park. Even had pizza and delicious wings delivered right to our coach. Next time through we hope to stay again.
ScoutA quiet, well maintained campground. Adjacent to Hung Mother State Park with lake and trails. A great year round location.
GuideGreat spot to visit, with pool fishing ect. Very nice people and clean.
TravelerCamped here Aug 7-11. What a great place; the hosts were fantastic and the people were very friendly. If craft beer is what you like there are four (Im sure there is more) interesting breweries within 30 miles. There are also trails to take if you are a jeepster like myself. I'm going back in Sept!
TravelerI was the only one at the campsite other than two semipermanent RV trailers. It was quiet, clean, and remote. Tent sites cool under nice tree cover. Elevation was great and views were as at our home in north Georgia.
I was camping in a rooftop tent and the ground was adequately level, not muddy, and marked OK, with minimal detraction from the beauty of nature. Had picnic table.
Might have been nice to have an electric outlet close enough to run my extension cord, but I was minimalist camping with a Bluetti power storage unit, DC refrigerator, and my own water supply.
The bathroom facilities were minimal, but adequate. The showering area could have been a little more inviting, perhaps, but again, I didn't use them anyway.
I would stay again, especially if they were situated between me and my ultimate destination as they met my short-stay needs.
Ron
ScoutThe campground is beautiful and extremely well maintained. The entire staff is friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Very quiet, adjoins the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the small community of Fancy Gap is interesting.
ScoutThis campground is not 420 friendly! It’s Tn where MJ is illegal. We have RX but we were harassed non stop. One day the owner said to smoke by River, next day somewhere else! Owner also would snoop around my camper to upset my Belgian Mal. We spent a miserable summer here May-Nov. Never again! All was ok until we set up!
ScoutThis is the perfect camp ground whether you’re wanting a quiet spot, or family fun. The grounds are spacious and the sites offer a great variety.
In western Virginia, the area around Speedwell sits at elevations between 2,300-3,500 feet along the Blue Ridge Mountains. The region experiences moderate rainfall with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season from May through October. The surrounding Jefferson National Forest offers multiple glamping options with varying levels of accessibility depending on seasonal road conditions.
Hiking trails access: Hickory Ridge Campground connects directly to numerous hiking paths, including the Appalachian Trail. "Grayson Highlands is a must-do for all campers, hikers, and adventurers. Hit the trails to see some wild ponies and scenic balds. Weather is unpredictable, so pack a raincoat and warm clothes just in case," notes one visitor.
Trout fishing spots: At Hurricane Campground, the adjacent streams are stocked with trout for seasonal fishing. "This is a beautiful campground located alongside a stream with trout fishing. Site #2 in particular is susceptible to flash flooding, but if the forecast is for dry weather, it would be hard to beat this site," reports a camper who stayed there.
Waterfront activities: Many glamping locations offer lake access for swimming and boating. "The lake is beautiful and has boat rentals and a swimming beach! Great place to kayak!" shares a visitor to Hungry Mother State Park.
Elevated camping platforms: The wooden tent platforms at Royal Oak Campground provide a distinctive glamping experience. "Our campsite was clean and quiet. All campsites are on platforms, which makes it very nice to set up your stuff. The sites have the usual amenities like a picnic bench and table, a firepit, and a lantern pole," says a recent visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Stone Mountain State Park Campground offers frequent wildlife encounters. "Love camping here. Beautiful and quiet, you can go for hours without seeing another soul. More of a wilderness experience though, for sure," shares one camper. Another notes: "Great sites. Clean bathrooms, close to many hiking trails and waterfalls."
Seasonal amenities: Premium glamping sites often include seasonal swimming facilities. "Very clean campground with a nice pool with waterside and game room with bowling and food and much more. The owners are the best people as well," a visitor to Wytheville KOA noted.
Reservation requirements: Most glamping facilities near Speedwell require advance booking, especially from April through October. Some campgrounds offer first-come, first-served sites, but these fill quickly on weekends.
Weather variability: The mountain elevation means weather can change rapidly. "Grayson Highlands is a must-do for all campers, hikers, and adventurers. Hit the trails to see some wild ponies and scenic balds. Weather is unpredictable, so pack a raincoat and warm clothes just in case," advises a visitor.
Cell service limitations: Grindstone Recreation Area and surrounding glamping sites have limited connectivity. "Clean, quiet campground. Mt. Roger's Trailhead nearby, with connector trail on grounds," notes one camper. Another mentions: "If you want to escape it all, this campground is for you! There is no cell phone service."
Tent platform options: The platforms at Royal Oak Campground provide stable, level surfaces for family camping. "We camped here over the weekend with our dogs. The campground was fantastic. All campsites are on platforms, which makes it very nice to set up your stuff," reports a visitor.
Playground access: Several glamping sites offer dedicated play areas. "There is a nice biking/hiking trail along the lake. Kids had a great time!" shares a camper who visited Hungry Mother State Park.
Educational opportunities: Camp Burson Hungry Mother State Park offers nature-focused programming for children. "Plenty to keep kids and adults alike entertained, whether it's exploring the homestead area, looking for ponies, taking short hikes, geocaching, or playing games on the open field area," a visitor notes.
Site accessibility: Fort Chiswell RV Park offers convenient access for larger rigs. "Located not too far from I-81, easy to get to. This CG does a lot of overnight business, there is a parade of campers arriving from mid afternoon to after dark. In the morning there is a gradual exodus. Sites are mostly level, hookups are convenient," explains a recent visitor.
Hookup availability: Full-service sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are limited in the area. "Fast curbside check-in took us straight to our site. We only stayed overnight left in the morning but it was nice and quiet easy on and off of 81," notes a Wytheville KOA guest.
Seasonal capacity: Premium glamping sites with hookups fill quickly during peak season. "Like a lot of the other reviewers I used this as a stopover but the campground is very nice with a lot of cool features, including some clever cabins. The camp store is well provisioned and each site that I saw has a patio and a fire bowl," reports a Wytheville KOA visitor.
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