Natural Tunnel State Park Campground offers glamping options near Ewing, Virginia within the mountainous terrain of southwestern Virginia. This area sits at approximately 1,400 feet elevation with rolling hills and limestone formations typical of the Ridge and Valley province. Seasonal temperature variations can be significant, with summer highs in the 80s and winter lows frequently below freezing. Camping facilities range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV pads and upscale glamping accommodations.
What to do
Paddle on Cherokee Lake: Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee offers water-based activities with rental equipment included in packages. "We chose the SUP n Stay package; included in our reservation was the rental of either a SUP or kayak. The Stay package includes accommodations plus a floating lake mat. The Stay n Play reservation includes the SUP or kayak rental plus a two-hour lake excursion," notes Lee D.
Explore historical sites: Within a 30-minute drive of glamping spots in Ewing, Virginia, campers can discover significant Appalachian historical landmarks. "We drove 2 hours to canoe the Clinch River which was great fun and we got to see a lot of the area," shares Kim A. about her stay at Natural Tunnel State Park.
Visit local fairgrounds: Seasonal events occur regularly in the region. "The county fairgrounds is inside this park so if you happen to go through while an event is taking place it will be crazy busy," advises Lynn G. from Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground.
What campers like
Unique glamping structures: Glamping on the Clinch River LLC offers distinctive waterside accommodations. "Jake from the Dyrt here! Glamping on the Clinch River offers a relaxing getaway surrounded by rivers and waterfalls in northern Tennessee," says Jake C., highlighting water proximity that appeals to many glampers near Ewing.
Spacious sites: Campers appreciate well-designed campgrounds with adequate space. "Sites are a bit close together but not on top of each other. Gravel pads, fire rings, picnic table, trash. Beautiful green space and dog walk area," reports N.I. about their stay at Baileyton KOA Holiday.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses and amenities receive high marks at several glamping locations. "Ben and Kim, the owners, are still working on this property and they recently completed a very nice bathhouse with two toilets, two sinks, and two outdoor showers. Towels are provided," notes Lee D. about Cherokee Lake accommodations.
What you should know
Weather considerations: Glamping in mountainous regions near Ewing requires preparation for variable conditions. "The rain resulted in a very muddy area around the A-Frame and Tennessee mud is no joke. We accumulated about an inch of the thick gooey mud on our shoes," warns a reviewer at Cherokee Lake.
Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites require advance booking, particularly for specialized accommodations. "Open May-September, this property is located on Cherokee Lake. There are four glamping tents (two with king beds and two with queen beds) and the newest addition is a Micro A-Frame with a king bed," explains Lee D.
Noise factors: Corbin - Laurel Lake KOA offers glamping near Ewing with some environmental considerations. "The interstate is also very nearby which adds some pros and cons; pro easy access for traveling; con constant white noise," notes Shelly S., highlighting location tradeoffs.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: "The campground organizes fun activities for the summer holidays like tie dying, camper's only pool party, bingo, best decorated campsite, etc.," mentions Joanna H. about family activities at Levi Jackson. Many glamping sites near Ewing offer seasonal swimming access.
Playground options: Facilities for children vary significantly between glamping sites. "The playgrounds were our favorite place to be as they have a pretty good choice of equipment," shares Alison C. about her family's experience at Levi Jackson State Park.
Wildlife awareness: Some glamping areas near Ewing require proper food storage practices. "I've been camping at this state park since the early 2000's and am pleased to say not much has changed. The campground has 7 sites each with its own picnic table, fire ring, and pole for stashing your food away from bears," explains Brian B. at Kingdom Come State Park Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Prepare for uneven terrain when glamping with RVs near Ewing. "Our site was level, but it was hard to tell the sites if the campground staff hadn't led us to our site. The area around our site was all gravel. Made it a little tricky to see what was a road and what was a site," shares Veronica S. about Corbin-Laurel Lake KOA.
Utility hookup variations: RV amenities vary widely between glamping sites. "We were in a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring," reports Cat R. from Baileyton KOA, where their overnight stay cost $46.
Navigation assistance: Baileyton KOA Holiday offers personal guidance to sites. "Staff was extremely friendly and helpful... firewood delivered to campsite," notes Vinny K., while another reviewer adds, "At check in, they led us to our spot in their golf cart, making sure everything was good for our set up."
