Best Campgrounds near Glen Lyn, VA

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Glen Lyn, VA has a lot to offer. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Glen Lyn, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Glen Lyn camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Glen Lyn, Virginia (148)

    1. Pipestem Resort State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Pipestem, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-1800

    "There is plenty to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area. There is a lake to fish and boat on."

    "Pipestem Resort State Park Southern West Virginia

    We spent 4 nights here. Used this park as a base camp for New River Gorge NP. There's many other State Parks we visited too.

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    2. Mash Fork Campground — Camp Creek State Park

    16 Reviews
    Camp Creek, WV
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 425-9481

    "This was a convienent campground right off the highway, easy to get to, small but has a few full hookup sites."

    "Both CGs have a large creek running adjacent to the CG. Trout fishing was very popular though I didn’t catch any. They do restock this time of year."

    3. Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Athens, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 431-1950

    "Good location not far off the exit. Would stay again!"

    "Like a lot of private RV parks, the sites tend to be very close to each other.  Beautiful backdrop of the mountains with mist and low clouds.  Gravel parking pads."

    4. Kairos Wilderness Resort

    2 Reviews
    Glen Lyn, WV
    4 miles
    Website

    "The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it’s a gorgeous location. If you want to go ride dirt bikes or UTVs this place is definitely the spot."

    "It sits on 1500 acres and has 41+ miles of trails. The only complaint is the campsites are very close but everyone was friendly and respectful so all in all it was a great place."

    5. Camp Success

    2 Reviews
    Narrows, VA
    4 miles
    Website

    "Beautiful spot on the New River in Giles County, VA located right outside downtown Narrows. There's a Disc Golf Course, Fishing, Camping, and Community Events. Well kept, clean, and perfect."

    "I didn’t camp here, but I took out my kayak at the boat ramp and looked around. Vault M/F toilet, BYOTP. No hookups and I didn’t see a water spigot. Plenty of shade. Closed during flood."

    6. Walnut Flats

    4 Reviews
    Staffordsville, VA
    12 miles

    "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!"

    7. Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park

    9 Reviews
    Nimitz, WV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-2805

    "This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River."

    "We stayed in Meador site 14, which was the furthest away from the bath house (still only maybe 150 yards), but it was on the water & was the most secluded (just meaning it's at the end of the row not"

    8. Riverview Campground

    1 Review
    Narrows, VA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (276) 971-1447

    $10 - $14 / night

    9. Pipestem RV Park & Campground

    4 Reviews
    Pipestem, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 466-9121

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Besides the aforementioned site hookups there are a lot of new activities to do at pipestem close to the campground on the Pipestem park property such as ziplining and swimming on the lake with inflatables"

    "Short drive to Sandstone Falls, which are stunning."

    10. Claytor Lake State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Newbern, VA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 643-2500

    "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."

    "Lots of space, cheap price, walking distance from the lake raccoons and skunks everywhere all night."

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Recent Reviews near Glen Lyn, VA

693 Reviews of 148 Glen Lyn Campgrounds


  • D
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    Awesome KOA!

    My family and I stayed here for a few days. The campground is beautiful. All of the staff members that we encountered were super friendly. We ordered campground room service from Daves Smokehouse which was excellent and arrived very quickly. The campground is very well maintained and clean. The wifi was great at our site. AT&T cell service was not so good though. This KOA is very close to Blue Ridge Parkway, Fancy Gap Pottery & Fabric Outlet , as well as the Fancy Gap Old Country store. Our stay was very peaceful and relaxing, If we go back to the area we will definitely stay here again.

  • Joe B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Creekside Camping

    Beautiful sites

    Huge sites by the water (creek), power and water. Fire wood at each site. There are fire pits, barbecue grills, 2 sites have picnic tables, and one site has a wooden swing near the creek. The ground is uneven, so we had to move around a bit to get level. The sites do not have concrete or gravel pads. You park in the grass. Pick your spot, and you might need a long power cord. The bath house is up the hill (a bit of a climb), traditional toilet and sink inside, the shower is outside. Open air shower. Very quiet here, only a few cars pass by on the small road up the hill. We have a 14ft. teardrop camper and use an AWD vehicle. Not sure what the largest size camper would make it back here. The road is very narrow and you’re parking on the grass. There is also a small laundry building up the hill.

  • Katrin M.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park

    Beautiful campground in the woods

    We camped here over the weekend with our dogs. The campground was fantastic. All campsites are on platforms, which makes it very nice to set up your stuff. The sites have the usual amenities like a picnic bench and table, a firepit, and a lantern pole. The bathhouse was very clean and taken care of. There are several spigots with drinking water through the campground. The bathhouse also has a dishwasher station. There are multiple trails within walking distance. The park is very well maintained and clean. You can hike, swim, or rent a canoe.
    We would camp here anytime again.

  • Noel L.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

    Nice campground

    Just a one night stay. Very clean and well kept campground. Our site was level. The pool was wonderful. Has everything you need... playgrounds, multiple laundry rooms, putt putt, store, restrooms... Would stay again

  • Renee N.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    The Outpost at New River Gourge

    The Outpost New River Gorge

    First the good: Reservation with Map and Site assignment easy pick up. Bathrooms clean and extremely modern. Quiet and very few mosquitos. Then, the not so great. Sites really tight, all large gravel, clean but really ugly. Right on road. Some Sites no shade.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine Campground

    Off The Beaten Path!

    Small city RV park adjacent to the Coal Mine museum. Nothing fancy, but quiet, full hookups, paved sites with trees & lots of shade, picnic table, fire pit & grill. Property was well maintained. You drive through an older neighborhood on a narrow road. Lots of bigger rigs there so not really an issue. Called & made reservations through the museum gift shop the day of on a Friday in August & they had plenty of spaces. The ladies in the gift shop were friendly & very helpful. The museum was very interesting & they have tours that go into the mine along with houses & buildings of the era. Definitely would stay again.

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Deer Trail Park & Campground

    Great campground! All the comforts

    Nice campground, has variety of accommodations including RV and tent sites and small cabins. Huge game room, heated pool and lots of recreation areas for kids. There is a stream and pond, which allows catch and release. Laundry is small but functional and right by pool deck that has covered tables. No issues with staff…everything smooth for reservations. We stayed here to visit friends close by and we also drove to WV to raft New River, about 90 minutes away.

  • Cassondra P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Rifrafters Campground

    Great Campground

    We stopped for 2 nights as part of a big cross country trip

    The campground is clean and well maintained

    It is very much built into a big hill- I was a little worried our Avion (similar to airstream) that had low clearance would bottom out as we came in and out of entrance hill to road but we had no issue

    The bathrooms were clean and well maintained

    We stayed on site 9 which we liked - very easy to get in and out of

    Staff were friendly

    Area was gorgeous!

  • Roger V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2025

    Rocky Knob Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Quiet, nice, but no showers, very basic

    Minimalist facilities. Good location. Has rv and tent sites. Right off blue Ridge Parkway.

    Overall ok if you need a crash pad, but I would not seek it out


Guide to Glen Lyn

Camping near Glen Lyn, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Bowling and Putt-Putt: Enjoy some family fun at the bowling alley and mini-golf at Wytheville KOA. One camper mentioned, "We got in early enough that we were able to get a game of bowling in before they closed."
  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the trails at Claytor Lake State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "We hiked, played at the lake and attended the roving ranger talks."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: Head to Grandview Sandbar Campground for fishing and enjoying the river. One reviewer said, "Walk to the boat ramp for beautiful views on the river."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Claytor Lake State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms and shower facilities were clean and convenient to our campsite."
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of the staff. At Pipestem Resort State Park Campground, a camper said, "The campground staff was very friendly."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One visitor at Little Beaver State Park Campground remarked, "Lush foliage and fun to identify all the different types of mushrooms."

What you should know

  • Site Conditions: Some sites may not be level. A camper at Wytheville KOA mentioned, "A lot of the sites were not level... it was a muddy mess when it rained."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A review for Grandview Sandbar Campground stated, "The bathrooms are very old and the pits stink throughout the campground."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A visitor at Army Camp noted, "Plenty of critters were roaming around with a bear spotted two nights in a row."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Wytheville KOA, one parent said, "The pool was extremely cold... but it does have the slide which my daughter enjoyed."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring along items to make your stay more comfortable. A camper at Stony Fork Campground mentioned, "Every spot was private and maintained."
  • Stay Safe: Lock up your belongings. A visitor at Stony Fork Campground shared, "We were robbed on our last night there."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Pipestem Resort State Park Campground mentioned, "The roads and sites are tight for a larger camper."
  • Bring Long Cords: If you need hookups, ensure your cords are long enough. A camper at Pipestem Resort State Park Campground advised, "Electrical hookup is on the opposite side than the water and sewer."
  • Plan for Limited Cell Service: Be ready for spotty reception. A visitor at Mash Fork Campground noted, "No service for Verizon users... but I could only get it to work 20% of the time."

Camping near Glen Lyn, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Glen Lyn, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Glen Lyn, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 148 campgrounds and RV parks near Glen Lyn, VA and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Glen Lyn, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Glen Lyn, VA is Pipestem Resort State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Glen Lyn, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Glen Lyn, VA.

What parks are near Glen Lyn, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 28 parks near Glen Lyn, VA that allow camping, notably Bluestone Lake and George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.