RV camping near Eagle Rock, Virginia occurs primarily in the western Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations between 1,200-3,000 feet. The area's limestone geology creates drainage patterns affecting water access at campgrounds across Botetourt and Rockbridge counties. Winter temperatures in the region regularly drop below freezing from November through March, with significant snowfall possible in higher elevations.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: North Creek Campground in Buchanan sits alongside a stream for trout fishing. "Very nice quiet and peaceful campground, Loved falling asleep to the sound of the creek," notes one camper at North Creek Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Safari Park access is available near Natural Bridge KOA. "They had a very nice nature trail as well as chickens running around and baby goats in a pen," reports a visitor to Natural Bridge KOA. The park features drive-through wildlife viewing with options to feed various animals.
Water recreation: Douthat State Park offers lake activities with boat rentals. "It's $8 a day for a fishing pass and you can rent John boats or kayaks here as well. In season the lake and creek are stocked with plenty of Rainbow trout," explains a camper about their experience at Douthat.
Mountain biking: Trail systems near Explore Park provide varied terrain for cyclists. "Explore Park... has mountain bike trails, a cool vintage village, access to the Roanoke River, an aerial obstacle course, and more cool stuff," shares a reviewer.
What campers like
Lake access sites: Some campgrounds offer waterfront camping with scenic views. "Lakeside Campground is smaller but the front row sites provide great lake views," reports a camper at Douthat State Park Campground.
Level parking pads: Many campgrounds have upgraded their parking surfaces. "We had a deluxe patio area. Which was on nice level concrete," mentions a visitor to Natural Bridge KOA about their site amenities.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness receives consistent praise. "The bathhouse is nice as is the pool. The store was sparse but adequate. The lawns were kept up and looking good," notes a camper at Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park.
Pet accommodations: Multiple campgrounds cater to travelers with animals. "Lots of recreation, great pickle ball area and pool. Multiple dog parks...so convenient so you have one close to your area," writes a camper about Sweetwater RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Many campgrounds reduce services during winter. "Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA operates from March 18 to November 30," according to their seasonal information.
Terrain challenges: Sites built on slopes may require additional equipment. "Access was easy. The campground was busy and everything was clean and neat. The sites were a little tight... I parked a little goofy it seems so I needed a little extra footage for my electrical hookup," reports a visitor to Walnut Hills.
Limited phone connectivity: Cell service varies significantly by location and carrier. "I had excellent cell service on Verizon. Although the KOA offers WiFi, I was never able to get a strong enough signal to connect to the internet," notes a camper at Natural Bridge KOA.
Bear awareness: Wildlife precautions are necessary at some campgrounds. "The bear warning on the picnic table, but the very kind hostess said she hadn't heard of a sighting in a year or more," relates a visitor to North Creek Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature child-friendly recreation areas. "There is a pavilion with tables. There is a playground that is very nice! They offer entertainment on weekends and some other times of the year," writes a reviewer about Glen Maury Park.
Swimming options: Pool access varies by season and location. "The pool was great for my son and we had it to ourselves multiple days," shares a Sweetwater RV Park visitor, indicating lighter usage periods during weekdays.
Educational activities: Some parks offer learning opportunities for children. "They had activities every day for the kids. As well as lots of unstructured activities. For example, they had a foosball table and a jumping pad. But they also had a 'color a sack' thing where the kids got a KOA canvas tote and access to fabric markers," notes a family who stayed at Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA.
Family-sized accommodations: Cabin options accommodate various group sizes. "It was perfect for our family of three plus two dogs. Our toddler was throughout entertained by exploring everything around us," reports a visitor to Natural Bridge KOA.
Tips from RVers
Water pressure considerations: Pressure decreases at sites farther from main supply. "My water pressure was good but talking to other campers, the farther away you get from the front of the park the worse the water pressure gets," notes a camper at Lynchburg KOA.
Satellite reception: Tree cover affects signal quality at forested sites. "Solar: My Nima's for a fixed roof in south me sites. Most sites are too shady," reports a visitor to North Creek Campground, indicating challenges for satellite-dependent RVers.
Campground navigation: Some parks have complex internal road systems. "Caution should be used with large rigs as the low-water bridge to White Oak has steep approach and departure angles," warns a camper about access at Douthat State Park.
Hookup configurations: Electrical service requires planning at some sites. "Electric posts support four different sites, so needed to drag out the extension cord. But, power was good and the evening/night was peaceful," shares a camper at Glen Maury Park.
