Camping spots near Doswell, Virginia tend to be quieter during weekdays, with weekend occupancy often reaching 75-90% during summer months. The area experiences moderate humidity with average summer temperatures around 85°F and winter lows near 30°F. Campgrounds within 30 miles of Doswell offer varying degrees of shade and sun exposure, with sites on the eastern side of lakes providing better sunset views.
What to do
Water recreation at Lake Anna: Lake Anna State Park Campground provides multiple access points to its 13,000-acre lake. The park features a swimming beach, boat rentals, and fishing opportunities. "Nice trails, decent campsites, cabins! The paved handicapped-accessible trail and fishing platforms are a really nice addition," notes one Lake Anna State Park Campground visitor.
Mountain biking: The trail system at Pocahontas State Park has become a regional favorite. "Lots of hiking, fantastic mountain bike trails, lots of history. LOVE the staff. 20 mins from every store you can imagine, but super quiet at night," writes a frequent visitor to Pocahontas State Park Campground.
Historic sites exploration: Camping near Fredericksburg provides access to Civil War battlefields and historic sites. "Within thirty minutes of fredericksburg. At this k o a everything was clean and organized. In fredericksburg be sure to do the trolley tour," recommends a camper at Fredericksburg KOA.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Powhatan State Park offers spacious camping spots with natural separation. "Sites are very spacious and good distance between other campers. Nice privacy. Large Bath house dump stations were great," reports a camper at Powhatan State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region consistently maintain high standards for bathhouses and amenities. "Clean campground, friendly staff. Somewhat tight spots. Stayed for a week or so, not a bad place to be, quiet," notes a visitor to Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA.
Varied accommodation options: Many campgrounds offer alternatives to traditional tent sites. At Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA, "Kid focused park. Lots of activities. Great setting. Nice sites. Very wooded. Big pond. Great store," according to a recent visitor.
What you should know
Military base camping restrictions: Fort AP Hill offers a campground with military-grade cleanliness but restricted access. "Clean, quiet little park on A.P. Hill base. RV hookups, great wifi, showers and laundry are spotless. Access to DoD folks only," explains a reviewer at Military Park Fort AP Hill Champs Camp RV Park.
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds adjust operations seasonally. "The pool was perfect for a quick dip and the park was clean- lots of garbage cans and all the staff were friendly and helpful," notes a summer visitor to Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA.
Reservation requirements: Weekend spots fill quickly, especially at state parks. At Pocahontas State Park, sites are "well spaced and level. The camp store is fairly well equipped too! It's close to lots of things so there is plenty to do," according to regular campers.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. "This is a great place for families with children, young and old! Kid friendly biking around the park. Also saw many with electric scooters and golf carts. Large playground and pool, all very clean and well kept," shares a family that stayed at Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA.
Educational opportunities: State parks often provide ranger programs. "Staff were wonderful, huge place that is well kept, trails are trimmed back daily. Lots of geocaching on grounds, fishing, hiking, boat launch, canoe racks, playground, a store with a nature center, and a Junior Ranger program for the kids," reports a family visitor to Powhatan State Park.
Swimming options: Pools and beaches provide cooling options during hot months. At Lake Anna, "The swimming area is clean and very family oriented. It has great hiking trails and if your looking for a relaxing fishing afternoon, they have some of the nicest fishing piers with ample sitting area."
Tips from RVers
Pull-through convenience: Several campgrounds offer easy-access sites. At Americamps RV Resort, "All the sites were level, most were gravel, but some were concrete pads. All style sites include a picnic table and fire ring. Hook ups also included cable with about 70 channels."
Hookup options: Electrical service varies between campgrounds. "Level lots. Clean facilities. DoD ID required," notes a military camper at Fort AP Hill, while another RVer at Americamps reports, "Mostly surrounded by woods, has a seasonal pool, a clean bathhouse, a nice camp store, propane for sale."
Traffic considerations: Location affects noise levels at different sites. "It's right off I-95 and is mostly good size pull through sites. It's a large campground but was surprisingly quiet. Very convenient to restaurants and shopping," explains an RVer who spent several weeks at Americamps.
