Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Dillwyn, VA

Looking to find an RV campground or tent campsite near Dillwyn that allows dogs? Finding pet-friendly campgrounds in Virginia is easier than ever. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Dillwyn, VA (52)

    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
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    1. Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park

    28 Reviews
    90 Photos
    10 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Canoe Landing Group Campsite (one primitive site) - There's a group site near the canoe landing. The site accommodates up to 42 people - no hookups, tents only. It's near a restroom and features a fire ring with a flip grill, picnic tables and a pedestal grill. There's a $30 fee for canceling a group-camping reservation.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Picnic Table

    $15 - $80 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground
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    3. Red Oak Campground — James River State Park

    17 Reviews
    91 Photos
    10 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Red Oak Campground (30 sites, RedOakEW40ft)

    Electric and water hookups; the sites are shaded and can accommodate various equipment (tents, pop-ups and RVs) up to 40 feet. The sites have large tent pads and wide driveways for bump-outs.

    All sites have electric pedestals, which have 20, 30 and 50 AMP outlets. Campsites have fire-ring grills, one picnic table and a lantern hanger. Full-service bathhouse with hot showers and wash sink for dishes; the bathhouse has four unisex showers, one of which is universally accessible. Coin laundry facility, two washers and dryers Showers are for campers only

    All equipment must be set up within site borders. Tent pads are about 15 by 24 feet.

    Two vehicles are allowed per campsite. A parking fee is charged for additional vehicles, which must park in designated areas. Guests visiting campers must pay a daily parking fee, park in designated areas and leave by 10 p.m.

    A dump station is free for overnight camping guests; non-overnight guests must pay a small fee to use the dump station.

    A boat launch is free for overnight guests.

    Firewood is available for a small fee; fire starters are available at the contact station and visitor center.

    Keep pets on a leash no longer than six feet when outside, and keep pets inside at night.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $35 / night

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    4. Devil’s Backbone Camp

    34 Reviews
    115 Photos
    283 Saves
    Nellysford, Virginia

    Devils Backbone Camp is a 73 site campground featuring full hook up RV sites, standard, non-electric RV sites and tent camping. Within walking distance to the Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub & Meadows, Devils Backbone Camp offers you a unique camping experience like no other. Spend the afternoon hiking on the AT trail, grab dinner at the brewpub, and play corn hole in the Meadows. Experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the comfort of Devils Backbone.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $55 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Mountain Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Mountain Camp Resort
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    5. Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    37 Reviews
    77 Photos
    248 Saves
    Crozet, Virginia

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort offers a delightful, relaxing vacation at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains near historic Charlottesville, Virginia. Whether you're looking for a private getaway, a group gathering, or fun with the kids, Misty Mountain Camp Resort is sure to meet your needs. Our scenic 50 acre park provides private sites nestled in the trees and a large recreational building with banquet seating to accommodate any large group.

    Explore nature trails, splash in our pool, sit by the creek, fish in our pond, play at several playgrounds, climb our hills, shoot hoops and spike the volleyball or pitch horseshoes, take a hayride, enjoy live music and dances, shop at our General Store, shoot pool and play video games, relax in solitude or join with new friends - the choice is yours and it's all at Misty Mountain Camp Resort!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $75 / night

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    6. Holliday Lake State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    41 Photos
    85 Saves
    Prospect, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $30 - $80 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
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    7. Walnut Grove — James River State Park

    11 Reviews
    38 Photos
    5 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Camping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets

    $15 - $18 / night

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    8. Sherando Lake Campground

    33 Reviews
    171 Photos
    325 Saves
    Tyro, Virginia

    Overview

    Sherando Lake Recreation Area's Family Campground provides an ideal camping destination. It is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is known locally as the jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where visitors enjoy hiking, picnicking in the shade, fishing in the lakes, or swimming and relaxing on the sandy beach.

    Recreation

    The 25 acre Lower Lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with a sand beach, accessible ramp to the water's edge, and a beach bathhouse with changing and shower facilities. Fishing and boating are also available outside the designated swimming area of the lake. Fishing is in stocked trout waters during the spring and fall seasons. Visitors will need to have the appropriate Virginia fishing license, National Forest stamp, and trout stamp. Boats with gasoline motors are not permitted on the lower lake - electric troll motors, canoes, kayaks, or similar boats only. A hand-carry ramp is available for access to the lake adjacent to the parking area. Fishing only is available at the 7 acre Upper Lake. This lake is also stocked during the spring and fall seasons and the appropriate licenses are required. Boats are allowed, but there is no launch access - hand carry only. Parking is available at a small area below the group camp area and a walking trail will lead you to the lake. Swimming is not allowed in the upper lake. Hiking trails surround the area offering everything from a short walk around the lake on the Lakeside and Cliff Trails to a day hike up the mountain on the White Rock Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway. For the more adventurous hiker, more challenging day hikes and backpacking trips are available by heading up the Blue Loop Trail to the Torry Ridge Trail to Bald Mountain and beyond.

    Natural Features

    The campground sits between Lower Sherando Lake and Upper Sherando Lake at an elevation of about 1,800 feet in the shadows of Torry Ridge. The Upper Lake is 7 acres and is fed by the waters of the North Fork of Back Creek. The Lower Lake is 25 acres and is fed by springs, the North Fork of Back Creek, and Williams Branch, so the water stays refreshingly cool all summer long.

    Nearby Attractions

    There are opportunities for gas, groceries, and firewood at convenience stores and local vendors along the state road to Sherando Lake. Ice can be purchased at the Sherando Lake Visitor Center during operating hours, which vary seasonally. Additional supplies can be obtained in Stuarts Draft, about a 15 minute drive away.The Blue Ridge Parkway, with its scenic overlooks and ridgetop views, is a short 3 mile drive up State Route 664 from the Sherando Lake entrance. The Wintergreen Resort offers a golf course and ski area within 10 miles of Sherando Lake. Cabin rentals are available near Sherando Lake from local private vendors.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $32 / night

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    10. Powhatan State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    105 Photos
    210 Saves
    Goochland, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $19 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Dillwyn

450 Reviews of 52 Dillwyn Campgrounds


  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Dec. 12, 2024

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Great campground

    This campground has varying types of sites: full, electric, tent, and a wonderfully warm bathhouse!

    There’s also a pub with food, which I haven’t tried. The folks who run the place are fabulous!!!!

  • Wayne T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Nov. 19, 2024

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Best primitive sites! Such a nice campground!

    This was such a awesome campground!! First time ever staying and everybody was so helpful and friendly. He had the camp host come and check on us to see how things were. We stayed at the group 105 site and could not have been happier with that pick. It was off all by itself with the other 4 group primitive sites. Sites were huge and you could arrange and set up however you liked. Really loved that having 2 vehicles and 3 tents we had so much room. Loved the bathhouse being close too. Just a quick little walk/or drive around the corner the showers and stalls were so clean as well. Fire ring was huge too and they have wood on site. We even checked out the restaurant and bar/brewery on site. Everything looked so cool loved the way everything was set up. We will 100% be coming back and do the group site again. ur original plans of going off into the national forest and dispersed camping got canceled so we hated we couldn't do that. But this site the way they are set up really makes you feel like you are still out there disperse camping but with the luxury of a campground being so close. Loved it so much!

  • SJ W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Reservoir Road Dispersed Campsite
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Reservoir Road Dispersed Campsite

    Very long road to get there

    Went in August and it was very buggy, also had someone park pretty close which when I drive down a really long dirt road that is questionable for my van, i want it to be private and this was about 5 miles of dirt road to get to it.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Oronoco Campground
    Oct. 26, 2024

    Oronoco Campground

    Great FREE disperse campground with bathroom

    I love this campground, it’s 5 to 10 minutes from BV, right on the river, primitive with bathrooms, which is fine with me, I sleep in my forerunner with my two dogs, plenty of land and trails, it’s perfect for what I need👍

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Oronoco Campground
    Oct. 26, 2024

    Oronoco Campground

    Great primitive campsite with restrooms

    Less than 10 campsites, all with fire circles and a public bathroom site. each campsite is on the river, very beautiful.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oronoco Campground
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Oronoco Campground

    Great!

    Loved this little campground. Nice and quiet, toilets available (though not very clean but good enough). Only thing is that there’s a dog, we think from a property nearby, that acts aggressive towards campers. Luckily it went home around 18h, so we had a great night, but it was back the next morning and immediately had aggressive behavior. So watch out and be careful with your food!

  • nancy B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Waynesboro North 340 Campground
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Waynesboro North 340 Campground

    Aftermath of the hurricane

    My Rv sustained damage from a tree. The staff were awesome but the owner wasn’t. She wouldn’t even acknowledge me or say how sorry she was. Then she had me assigned to the worst site in the park. I have never been treated so terribly. She was only interested in her revenue and not the people.

  • Katie M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Daybreak Glamp Camp

    Best camping experience!!!

    My boyfriend and I went camping here for our anniversary last October, and it was so fun! The owner and his family were super sweet and helpful. They definitely set you up for success!! He even let us borrow some gear when our tent got raind out and showed us a few tricks. We are definitely coming back for our next anniversary!! It was just so much fun.!

  • Jen T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Holliday Lake State Park Campground
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Holliday Lake State Park Campground

    Nice but Gun Range During Summer

    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. It’s not a shot here and there, its volleys of black powder guns (think cannons) being shot all at once. It echos off the water and is the opposite of peaceful. The ranger said it would only be for an hour a day, unless it was a competition day, well for the 5 days we were there it must have been competition. We ended up leaving the park during the day.

    The sites are good. Most need lots of leveling help (bring spare wood!). The newer part has a nice bathhouse. The older part had a really old bathhouse. (So old it’s hard to tell if it’s dirty or just old.)

    It’s not a bad place to visit. But combat veterans should avoid during the summer months.

    The sites are nice. The ones in the newer area (laurel ridge) are close to the nice bathhouse. Both bathhouses have WiFi. No cell service to speak of. (We have Verizon but most of these places have none.)

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Powhatan State Park Campground
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Powhatan State Park Campground

    Camping and remote work

    Like most Virginia state parks the River Bend campground is well spaced out and great for RV camping. Verizon service was stable enough to work all week with a Jetpack without the need for a directional cell booster

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground — James River State Park
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Red Oak Campground — James River State Park

    Camping and remote work

    Nice campground in line with expectations for most Virginia state parks. Verizon service is spotty 1 to 2 bars and unreliable data but with a directional cell booster we are able to get enough signal for our Verizon Jetpack to work

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Robbery

    $150 per night is crazy. Nothing special about the campground except proximity to devils backbone. This is a parking spot in a field with no trees and the sewer likely on the wrong side. There are no amenities. We’ve stayed many times but plan to go elsewhere going forward.

  • Chaz M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Mountain Camp Resort
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    Fun for the family

    This campground was really great for a family with small children. There were events the entire time we were there and the staff were awesome. The only detractors were that our site (52) was tiny so it was a tad stressful having kids running around right beside the road, the smell of weed that was prevalent (not the campground’s fault) and the motorcycle noise from the nearby interstate.

  • Robert L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
    May. 24, 2024

    Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    5 star resort doesn't complete

    This resort is 5 Star in amenities. Indoor pool in the lodge, restaurant, outdoor pool connected to the indoor one. Another outdoor pool area by the general store (wasn't open yet) has a large pool and kids pool. The activities center has things going on every day. They also have a large room with a large screen that you can reserve to watch movies. There is a stable for horse riding. Also, there's miniature golf. They have cabins, yurts,and a tree house for rent. The laundry is free. Our campsite, lowest level, has a table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs, and a propane grill. The higher level has an outdoor sink. The top level has a jacuzzi. The grounds are well designed for landscaping and kept trimmed. Now, for the cons. Our back- in site isn't level. We were told that is by design so water will flow off. Maybe. Our loop doesn't have any bathhouse, while the one next door has two. We did take a shortcut that went over a clay hill. Probably not safe if it's raining. The shower looks nice. Would stay drier if people would put the curtain inside the barrier. Shelves and benches in the showers are nice. Water pressure is mediocre to good. We're still waiting for hot water. I do say the help keeps it clean. There are sanitizer bottles left in the bathrooms and showers. Overall, it is a nice place to sit and relax.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Lakes State Park Campground
    May. 19, 2024

    Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    Small, quiet place with good service

    Bike packed in from my house yesterday evening, camped for the night, and heading back this morning. Shower/toilet facilities are clean, good water/power, etc. This park isn’t bad for just chilling out and getting some nature time in, but there aren’t any breathtaking views and so on. Most campsites are on a very slight slope, shouldn’t have any issues if you set up right.

  • Brad W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Apr. 21, 2024

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Awesome spot

    Great spot with clean facilities. Cell phones worked just fine. They are adding more electric sites. Walk to the brewery. Probably my favorite improved camp site for beer enthusiasts!

  • Todd K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett RV Park
    Mar. 25, 2024

    Pickett RV Park

    Quiet Location

    I am a retired major. My wife and I bought an older motorhome, and this location was great to test it out. I come again. Bath house is a few blocks way, but for 25 dollars a night. The price was right.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Oronoco Campground
    Mar. 17, 2024

    Oronoco Campground

    Nice, easy, free

    Nice sites in a pretty open area. This area is designated as a national forest campground, but didn’t have a fee or closure dates like others. Creek runs through. Pit toilet bathrooms were open when we visited in early march. Not a huge area, maybe 10 sites or so. 2 other people camping midweek in March so I’d imagine it would fill up in warmer months. No cell service for AT&T or T-mobile. Great location, 5 minutes from the BRP. Easy access for small vehicles, backed my sedan into the site.

  • Cynthia W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Waynesboro North 340 Campground
    Feb. 28, 2024

    Waynesboro North 340 Campground

    Excellent campground

    We stayed here for 6 months. The staff have been wonderful. We've really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere at the campground. The bathrooms are always clean. Only con is that they need to update their dryers which don't dry very well.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Paradise Lake Family Campground
    Feb. 22, 2024

    Paradise Lake Family Campground

    Favorite campground

    I stay here at least once every summer. Has beautiful pool and lake, playground, arcade, and boat rentals. Fishing, hiking, basketball. Very friendly staff all the time. Close to stores and restaurants but far enough out to not hear any noise. Phone service is superb. Clean shower and restrooms. Hot water. Electric tent sites!!! Has everything I live and will continue to go here as long as I’m in the state of Va. def recommended

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lovers Lane FarmStay
    Nov. 7, 2023

    Lovers Lane FarmStay

    New Listing

    Ashley here with The Dyrt, we're happy to welcome this new listing to the platform. Check them out and come back here to leave them some love!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cove Creek
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Camp Cove Creek

    This was the worst camping trip I’ve ever had

    I am a premium DYRT member and purchased this campsite for reservation this past weekend oct. 14-15th 2023. My reservation was followed by a email giving me a confirmation and coordinates to the location I reserved. Upon viewing the coordinates it shows you at a main road with no entrance…. Skeptical but confident we showed up to the area Irish road which has no cell service and what do we know we are taken to a location that is a gravel side shoulder off of a 50mph road next to us being nothing but dumped trash and woods , no entrance for a vehicle or even a person, No trespassing signs everywhere … after driving around the area on having to back in and out on the narrow roads in order to turn around we found multiple locked gates all stating no trespassing, we then decided to contact the owner of the facility through the number and email provided we were not able to get into contact… turns out we had service the number provided was not in service at all. We got stranded and rained on with no response or proper coordinates. I wish to get my full refund and I do not recommend wasting money on this site .

  • Dane J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Oct. 11, 2023

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Great food, great camping

    Just a short walk from the Campground is a very nice brewery with fantastic food and events regularly. 10/10 will camp again.

  • Jeff K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Devil’s Backbone Camp
    Oct. 8, 2023

    Devil’s Backbone Camp

    Cheers

    A very unique place to stay. The highlight is proximity to a brewery and live music. Campground is definitely not fancy, but certainly adequate for our pop top.

  • B M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherando Lake Campground
    Sep. 30, 2023

    Sherando Lake Campground

    Beautiful Campground, Big sites and a great location

    This campground is located in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. We stayed for 6 nights here and had a nice private site. With the lifetime senior National Park pass the cost was $21 a night. The sites are big and many with shade. I think we had one of the best sites at this campground Site# C05. We like the C loop better the sites have more privacy. The B loop is nice too yet C loop better. The A loop is for tents it’s harder to drive through it. Our site was more level than some yet we still needed to raise one side. Nice shaded sites in the C loop are C05, Co8, C10, C12, C13 and C 14, C16.If you want a site in the sun C01, C02, C04.

    We had a great view of sunset. Nice stars at night the park is darker than some. Each site has small pebble in the site which is raked and makes it nice no dirt. There is a regular picnic table, fire pit, bear box and a wooden table with a cement base you could place where you want it. We set our grill on it. The camp host Wes & Jackie were so nice and helpful. They gave us great ideas for things to do. 

    Restrooms are nice and very clean, the park is maintained very well. There is a dump station onsite. Easy to access but the wash hose doesn’t have any pressure so check that out before you head to dump out.

    We had song birds, hawks and rabbits at our site. Early evening the lightning bugs were fun to watch. 

    The sites are not on the lake which we prefer yet is all worked out well. The lower lake is spring fed so it holds a nice temperature. 

    There is a local guy that will deliver a good amount of wood for $20.00. Good burning wood. He also brought kindling in a paper bag which was nice. They park will call him for you and he comes right out.There isn’t any cell service so they will call him, the host called for us. There is an upper lake and a lower lake. The campsites are between the two. You can hike to the upper lake. 

    You have to fill with water there is a fill station across from the beach parking area. Our site had electric. The lake is beautiful and refreshing. You can swim out to an Island if you want to.  The beach is big with plenty of room for everyone. Nice sandy beach and shaded in some areas. To the left of the beach is a picnic area with grills and tables. There’s a dock over that way too.

    There is a fishing area that you can drive to and park your car to fish. You do have to walk up and down some steps.Canoes and kayaks are welcome yet no motorboats allowed.

    The campground is located very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Skyline drive. What a beautiful drive on the parkway. There are a lot of look outs with amazing views. We spent days driving each way on the parkway. My favorite overlook is Ravens Roost. You can walk up a wall where there is one lone neat tree to get a real special view with the tree in it. Watch out for the lone Turkey who likes to be out in the road and when you slow down it comes to your vehicle and stand in the way so you can’t move. The Parkway didn’t have much traffic at all but do pay attention to the speed limit they police do sit throughout the park. There is a few NP stores on the parkway and Skyline drive we found some good Souvenirs.

    There is a small store and gas station not far from the campground yet it is limited with what they sell. Waynesboro is not that far and it has a Walmart, grocery, hardware stores and more. We stopped at Weasies (home cooking) and had lunch. It was delicious.



Guide to Dillwyn

Experience the joy of camping with your furry friends near Dillwyn, Virginia, where several campgrounds welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Dillwyn

Dog owners appreciate the amenities available

  • Canoe Landing Group Campsite provides picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for enjoying meals and evenings around the campfire with your pet.
  • At Walnut Grove, you’ll find well-maintained restrooms and toilets, ensuring convenience for both you and your pet during your stay.
  • Holliday Lake State Park Campground features clean facilities and a swimming area, making it a great spot for a fun day with your dog.

Pet owners like the welcoming atmosphere

  • Cozy Acres Campground RV Resort is known for its friendly staff and peaceful environment, making it an ideal retreat for families with pets.
  • Branch Pond offers a private and serene setting, allowing you and your dog to enjoy nature without the hustle and bustle of crowded campsites.
  • Horseshoe Flats Campground is a favorite among pet owners for its spacious sites and proximity to the river, perfect for a day of fun and relaxation with your furry companion.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Dillwyn, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Dillwyn, VA is Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 28 reviews.

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    TheDyrt.com has all 52 dog-friendly camping locations near Dillwyn, VA, with real photos and reviews from campers.