11 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Pet-friendly campgrounds near Dublin, Virginia range from developed sites with full hookups to free dispersed camping, giving dog owners several options across different budgets and settings. Fort Chiswell RV Park, Claytor Lake State Park, and New River Junction Campground all welcome pets with varying amenities. Most campgrounds require pets to remain on leash outside designated exercise areas, with Wytheville KOA receiving particular praise for its pet-friendly atmosphere. The dog park needs updating according to visitors, but campers appreciate having a dedicated pet area. Pet-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins at several locations including Pioneer Village and Gatewood Park.
Walnut Flats offers free dispersed camping with pets allowed in a more rustic setting for those seeking a natural experience with their dogs. Trails throughout the area provide opportunities for pet exercise, with New River Trail State Park offering riverside paths where dogs can cool off in the water. Campers report that Fort Chiswell RV Park has ample room to walk pets, though some note the limited number of pet waste stations, with only one receptacle located near the entrance. Summer visitors should be mindful of hot weather when camping with pets, as many sites offer limited shade. Most dog-friendly campgrounds in the area maintain clean facilities and spacious sites that accommodate families traveling with pets.
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"Conveniently located bath house. We got sites right next to our friends where we wanted to be. The lake and beach area were beautiful. Sand was soft and very clean."
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from $24 - $459 / night
"Dog park needs to be updated but the fact they had a dog park was amazing. There was live music, karaoke, candy scavenger hunts for kids, even a bowling ally! I recommend this 100%"
"Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly."
from $50 - $170 / night
"While driving out to the monument in his honor I found this site and loved what I saw!"
"There is plenty of room to walk your pet and some of the sites provide shaded areas. You are just about .25 miles from the freeway, but you do not hear it. Staff is very friendly."
from $35 - $38 / night
"The campground is not far from Virginia Tech and so there were several other campers staying a few nights with plans to go to the football game."
"Several RV sites located right on Beautiful New River. Tent camping also available."
"There are also trails to take if you are a jeepster like myself. I'm going back in Sept!"
"A great out of the way location. A bit of a drive in but worth the travel. Extremely clean and well maintained facility. Peaceful and level spots."
"nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole, restrooms but I didn't use them well water pump for drinking water but didn't use"
"Occasional.peiole driving through but a great experience!"
"We camped in this park for one night as we were just passing through Virginia on our way south. Overall, we liked the park and was what perfect for our overnight stay."
"We have 2 dogs and there was plenty of great area to walk them. The bathhouse was very clean but there was no A/C and only a few small windows for ventilation."
"1st: The water pump doesn't work at location. Bring your own water. 2nd: Bring all you need before you camp out. There is one gas station to find resources 2.2 miles from campsite."
"Good hikes nearby, nothing too difficult and all are beautiful. The Appalachian Trail is close to the site, find some thru hikers and make some trail magic!"
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
ScoutNice campground for dry camping. Campground is fairly new and is still improving. The network of hiking trails are very nice and connect with nearby Ferrum College. The nonprofit that owns the campground has plans to add electric and water in the future.
ScoutWe stayed in Site number 24 which is full hook ups, however, just about all of the sites number is one through 32 are less than desirable either very little room outside your camper or the back in sites are steep hard to level your camper and very little room to set a set of chairs out I would not camp in this area of the campground again.
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.
ScoutOwner is friendly, people staying here consist of workers and retired people for the most part so the people are very quiet, beautiful river running through the end of the campground and a nice little hiking trail and a wide open area for kids to run and play. Only “bad” part is the road noise you are about 200 yards off that highway and can here it all day and night! But if your like me and don’t mind you will love it here!
ScoutA quiet, well maintained campground. Adjacent to Hung Mother State Park with lake and trails. A great year round location.
GuideThis is a small campground but the sites are very spacious. Our site (6) backed up to the creek and trail. There is no power or water on this side of the campground, but there is a water spigot by the bathrooms. There is also a water hose for filling tanks by the dump station and trash dumpster. *Word of caution, bring your own water because it was yellow/brown while we were there. The bathrooms were clean, but on our last day there one of the toilets and the sink was clogged in the ladies room. There are two bathroom buildings at this site.
GuideWhat a great find! Private sites, nice walking areas, and great hosts. Top it off with clean bathrooms with great showers and this was a win for us. It may not be suitable for bigger rigs but for our 22’ van, it was perfect.
ScoutNot bad for a quick overnight especially if it’s raining (concrete level). Little loud overnight with incoming traffic.
Dispersed camping opportunities near Dublin, Virginia include Walnut Flats which offers five established sites with fire rings and picnic tables. The area sits at around 2,500 feet elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains, providing access to both mountain and water activities. Campers can find sites along creeks and rivers that offer natural cooling during Virginia's humid summer months.
Hiking trails access: Claytor Lake State Park offers multiple trail options for outdoor enthusiasts. "Many trails to hike well maintained. Great place for the 4th of July," shares William P. The park trails are regularly maintained with new signage and strategically placed benches near lake views.
Fishing opportunities: Cast a line at Gatewood Park where anglers report good catches. "Good fishing. We have been there numerous times and is always a good stay," notes Melissa N. The reservoir offers shoreline fishing access directly from waterfront campsites.
Water activities: Cool off during summer months in the New River. "We paddled around the lake on Sunday; there are a couple of different boat launches in the park. The cliffs are freaking amazing from the launch closest to the park entrance," reports RL about Claytor Lake. Rental options include canoes, paddleboards, and tubes at several locations.
Clean facilities: Fort Chiswell RV Park maintains well-kept grounds and facilities. "A very clean park beautiful trees paved driveways and a bathroom that is very clean and at the end of the bathrooms actually have tables at Pavilion," writes Terry A. Bathhouses are cleaned daily at most campgrounds in the area.
Space for pets: Campers appreciate the ample room for dogs at Fort Chiswell RV Park. "There is a large pet area and also playground and several hiking areas in the direct area which all looked nice," notes Crystal C. Many campgrounds offer designated pet exercise areas beyond standard campsites.
Natural surroundings: Walnut Flats provides a rustic, quiet environment for free camping. "Nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole," says SomadNomad M. The site includes drinking water from a well pump and access to hiking trails.
Train noise considerations: At some campgrounds, nearby train tracks can disrupt sleep. "The trains are awful for tent camping and I'm sure the thin-walled travel trailers too," cautions Ryan B. about New River Junction. Campers sensitive to noise should research site locations carefully or bring earplugs.
Wi-Fi and connectivity: Cell service varies significantly throughout the region. "There's no cell service but they upgraded the WiFi and it's very good. This campground is miles from anywhere so make sure you have what you need or the trip into town will take a while," advises Nora M. about Gatewood Park & Reservoir Campground.
Campsite leveling: Some campgrounds require leveling equipment. "Not all sites are level and would have been a problem for us, but fortunately, ours was level," shares Nancy W. about Pioneer Village. Check with campground staff about specific site grades when making reservations.
Playground access: Wytheville KOA offers recreational options beyond pet amenities. "This campground is terrific! All the facilities are extremely well kept and clean... our kids loved the arcade, the wagon and train rides around the campground, the craft time, pool and the fishing!" shares Lisa T.
Water safety precautions: The New River has varying depths and rocky bottoms. "The river is beautiful. Great views of the mountain sides... The water ranges in depth, but nothing deeper than waste deep really. It's rocky and slippery so it's dangerous and not very family friendly," warns Ryan B.
Activity scheduling: Check seasonal operating hours for attractions. "We hiked, played at the lake and attended the roving ranger talks. The bathrooms and shower facilities were clean and convenient to our campsite," mentions Angela J. about Claytor Lake State Park, highlighting the park's ranger-led programs during peak season.
Hookup access: At some campgrounds, hookup placement requires planning. "Our water spigot was way at the back of our site but luckily, I was able to reach it with our 50' hose. The sewer was placed in the middle which was convenient," notes Nancy W. about Pioneer Village.
Highway proximity: Consider road noise when selecting sites. "Located not too far from I-81, easy to get to. This CG does a lot of overnight business... You can hear almost constant road noise if you are outside, not too much inside your camper," explains Michael H. about Fort Chiswell RV Park.
Arrival timing: Many campgrounds experience busy check-in periods. "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," shares Mary P. about Wytheville KOA, noting the efficient arrival process.
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