Best Tent Camping near Hampden-Sydney, VA

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Best Tent Sites Near Hampden-Sydney, VA (8)

    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park

    1. Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park

    28 Reviews
    90 Photos
    10 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Canoe Landing Group Campsite (one primitive site) - There's a group site near the canoe landing. The site accommodates up to 42 people - no hookups, tents only. It's near a restroom and features a fire ring with a flip grill, picnic tables and a pedestal grill. There's a $30 fee for canceling a group-camping reservation.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Picnic Table

    $15 - $80 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove — James River State Park

    2. Walnut Grove — James River State Park

    11 Reviews
    38 Photos
    5 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Camping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets

    $15 - $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Branch Pond — James River State Park

    3. Branch Pond — James River State Park

    9 Reviews
    32 Photos
    3 Saves
    Greenway, Virginia

    Camping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.

    Branch Pond - Seven primitive sites in a wooded area about two miles from the river (BranchPondPrimTent). Tents only. Each site has a tent pad.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table

    $15 - $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp

    4. Daybreak Glamp Camp

    2 Reviews
    17 Photos
    19 Saves
    Amelia Court House, Virginia

    At Daybreak Glamp Camp you will have the opportunity to treat yourself to a personalized Glamping Experience or Camp Out at a private location. This is a great place for an intimate retreat or family/group outing while enjoying a special time outdoors.

    Some of the onsite RV campers are nestled alongside a shallow creek, along with tent sites in a wooded area surrounded by the peace and beauty of nature's surroundings. Throughout the property you will have access to trails, fire pits, hammocks, outdoors seating and tables and children's play areas. Enjoy a night walk with trails that are lit up to guide your path.

    Whether you are a first timer or seasoned camper this is where you want to be for your glamping or camping experience.

    To make your stay here with us even more special. You can select one of these extras when you make your bookings with us.

    • Arrange for your own personal massage therapy treatment from our in-house Licensed Massage Therapist.
    • Have your own prearranged garden party or outdoor meal.
    • Want to learn how to increase your outdoor skills, no problem! Take advantage of some of our Survival & Preparedness sessions. From fire prepping, shelter building, water purification and more… This is a great opportunity for all ages and experience levels.
    • Tent Rentals for extended camping opportunities
    • and more…
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $25 - $150 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms

    5. Cloverdale Farms

    3 Reviews
    6 Photos
    9 Saves
    Cumberland, Virginia
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing

    6. Warren Ferry Landing

    2 Reviews
    7 Photos
    19 Saves
    Scottsville, Virginia

    Come enjoy Warren Ferry Landing, our expansive and shaded property just steps from the James River! Our property boasts 400+ feet of river frontage for you to enjoy and you can swim, fish, or even launch a canoe directly from our sites. There are TWO available camping sites on this property.

    About the property

    Our property is located adjacent to the historic Warren Ferry crossing of the James River. This is one of two historic ferry crossings near Scottsville, VA! The other, Hatton Ferry, is located a little bit down river from this location.

    Our property is only 8 miles from Scottsville so if you need to pop into town for something you forgot it is quite easy. There are many other activities that you can partake in nearby or on our property. There is fishing, swimming, hiking, and kayaking all within easy reach of our property.

    We do not live onsite but we aim to be easily reachable over the phone or text. If you have any questions before or during your stay please don’t hesitate to reach out. Keep in mind that during the night it is possible to hear some train activity from across the river.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available

    $21 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from RodneysRaptors
    Camper-submitted photo from RodneysRaptors
    Camper-submitted photo from RodneysRaptors
    Camper-submitted photo from RodneysRaptors
    Camper-submitted photo from RodneysRaptors

    7. RodneysRaptors

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    5 Photos
    Randolph, Virginia

    6 acres lightly wooded with outhouses

    great for relaxation, birdwatching, and returning to nature. I am a licensed master Falconer, so I have Raptors on my property. Eurasian, eagle, owl, and Harris hocks. Also have horses, goats, rabbits, and chickens.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Glamping

    $75 - $125 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Morning Sunrise Farm - Temporarily closed for camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Morning Sunrise Farm - Temporarily closed for camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Morning Sunrise Farm - Temporarily closed for camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Morning Sunrise Farm - Temporarily closed for camping

    8. Misty Morning Sunrise Farm - Temporarily closed for camping

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    4 Photos
    10 Saves
    Dinwiddie, Virginia

    Located in the heart of rural excellence in Dinwiddie County, our growing family of ten people manages 42 acres of pasturage and woodlands.

    We operate a farm and apiary, caring for pasture-raised cows, chickens, and bees, providing our community with pastured eggs and poultry, baked goods, dairy, meat, and local raw honey. In addition, we raise heirloom (non-hybrid; reproducing) vegetables and fruit.

    Our goal is to be good stewards of the renewable resources which we manage, learning and implementing new ways to conserve water, recycle waste, and add to the nutrient base of the soil.

    We offer guided tours, educational classes and field trips at our farm, as well as host free events throughout the year.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $45 / night


Recent Tent Reviews in Hampden-Sydney

285 Reviews of 8 Hampden-Sydney Campgrounds


  • Mateo M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloverdale Farms
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Cloverdale Farms

    Our first roof top tent experience

    My partner and I were traveling to Richmond, we needed a quick place to stop and rest. We reached out the day of and the owners of the property were so kind, accommodating, and understanding. They set us up with firewood, and all the necessary equipment to have a wonderful night under the stars. The icing on the cake was waking up and spending some time with their horses and goats and this really sweet orange cat. The property was gorgeous and the experience was wonderful.

  • Katie M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Daybreak Glamp Camp
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Daybreak Glamp Camp

    Best camping experience!!!

    My boyfriend and I went camping here for our anniversary last October, and it was so fun! The owner and his family were super sweet and helpful. They definitely set you up for success!! He even let us borrow some gear when our tent got raind out and showed us a few tricks. We are definitely coming back for our next anniversary!! It was just so much fun.!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Bend Park
    Aug. 23, 2024

    North Bend Park

    Nice Lake Campground

    Weather was perfect for near the end of August. I camped in loop A. Many of the sites in A are not very level for vans. A23 was okay, but I would check the site description next time to be sure.

  • Jen T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Holliday Lake State Park Campground
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Holliday Lake State Park Campground

    Nice but Gun Range During Summer

    Probably a great place to camp during the fall. During the summer they lease space to the 4-H club that teaches people to shoot black powder muskets for the civil war reenactments. From 8:30am until 3-5pm it sounds like a gun range. It’s not a shot here and there, its volleys of black powder guns (think cannons) being shot all at once. It echos off the water and is the opposite of peaceful. The ranger said it would only be for an hour a day, unless it was a competition day, well for the 5 days we were there it must have been competition. We ended up leaving the park during the day.

    The sites are good. Most need lots of leveling help (bring spare wood!). The newer part has a nice bathhouse. The older part had a really old bathhouse. (So old it’s hard to tell if it’s dirty or just old.)

    It’s not a bad place to visit. But combat veterans should avoid during the summer months.

    The sites are nice. The ones in the newer area (laurel ridge) are close to the nice bathhouse. Both bathhouses have WiFi. No cell service to speak of. (We have Verizon but most of these places have none.)

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Powhatan State Park Campground
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Powhatan State Park Campground

    Camping and remote work

    Like most Virginia state parks the River Bend campground is well spaced out and great for RV camping. Verizon service was stable enough to work all week with a Jetpack without the need for a directional cell booster

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground — James River State Park
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Red Oak Campground — James River State Park

    Camping and remote work

    Nice campground in line with expectations for most Virginia state parks. Verizon service is spotty 1 to 2 bars and unreliable data but with a directional cell booster we are able to get enough signal for our Verizon Jetpack to work

  • Martin T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Occoneechee State Park Campground
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Very Nice Lakefront Camping

    Spent 4 nights here (during a heat wave, no less) and really enjoyed it. Campsites are large and not right on top of each other, and especially if you can book one of the campsites that are on the water, they really do have beautiful views (see pictures).

    Pros: 

    Kid-friendly. We spent an afternoon at the splash pad, which is a great way to cool off in the summer and free once you're in the park. I never felt unsafe with my kids running around up to the bath-house or the loop, felt very secluded and safe.

    Lake is scenic, we saw fireflies at dusk, it was a great setting for a camping trip.

    Everything seems pretty well-maintained. Bathrooms are aging but were cleaned at least once a day, it was fine. There is firewood at every bathhouse you can take on the honor system and pay for via cashbox, which is nice. Campsites are clean and well-maintained.

    Lots of lake recreation options (boat rental, fishing, etc.) in or near the park. 

    Cons:

    Maybe it was just our campsite, which backed up to a large wooded area, but they were the most aggressive squirrels I've ever come across. If we went to the bathroom for five minutes and left food on the table, the squirrels would be there eating it when we came back. And would hover at the edge of the campsite or get into the car if the hatchback was open.

    Camp store is....fine, pretty minimal in terms of provisions. But not a big deal because Clarksville is five minutes or so away and has plenty of stores.

    Tents pads are all gravel. Didn't bother us but definitely would not want to tent camp here if you didn't have a good high-quality sleeping pad.

    The biggest con was that there is no swimming area/beach in the park. You can try to wade in from the campsite but that generally requires scaling up/down some fairly treacherous rocks, and navigating driftwood and rocks in the water. We drove a few minutes away outside the park to find one, but would be really nice to have some kind of little swimming area inside the park, very strange to me they don't have one.

    But all in all a lovely place for a camping trip, we all had a great time.

  • Jessica N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Bend Park
    Jun. 8, 2024

    North Bend Park

    The best on Kerr/Buggs island lake

    The sites at North bend are far superior than other campgrounds in the area. The shower houses and bathrooms are always clean and taken care of. Sites in B and C are the best.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Lakes State Park Campground
    May. 19, 2024

    Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    Small, quiet place with good service

    Bike packed in from my house yesterday evening, camped for the night, and heading back this morning. Shower/toilet facilities are clean, good water/power, etc. This park isn’t bad for just chilling out and getting some nature time in, but there aren’t any breathtaking views and so on. Most campsites are on a very slight slope, shouldn’t have any issues if you set up right.

  • Todd K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickett RV Park
    Mar. 25, 2024

    Pickett RV Park

    Quiet Location

    I am a retired major. My wife and I bought an older motorhome, and this location was great to test it out. I come again. Bath house is a few blocks way, but for 25 dollars a night. The price was right.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Paradise Lake Family Campground
    Feb. 22, 2024

    Paradise Lake Family Campground

    Favorite campground

    I stay here at least once every summer. Has beautiful pool and lake, playground, arcade, and boat rentals. Fishing, hiking, basketball. Very friendly staff all the time. Close to stores and restaurants but far enough out to not hear any noise. Phone service is superb. Clean shower and restrooms. Hot water. Electric tent sites!!! Has everything I live and will continue to go here as long as I’m in the state of Va. def recommended

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cove Creek
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Camp Cove Creek

    This was the worst camping trip I’ve ever had

    I am a premium DYRT member and purchased this campsite for reservation this past weekend oct. 14-15th 2023. My reservation was followed by a email giving me a confirmation and coordinates to the location I reserved. Upon viewing the coordinates it shows you at a main road with no entrance…. Skeptical but confident we showed up to the area Irish road which has no cell service and what do we know we are taken to a location that is a gravel side shoulder off of a 50mph road next to us being nothing but dumped trash and woods , no entrance for a vehicle or even a person, No trespassing signs everywhere … after driving around the area on having to back in and out on the narrow roads in order to turn around we found multiple locked gates all stating no trespassing, we then decided to contact the owner of the facility through the number and email provided we were not able to get into contact… turns out we had service the number provided was not in service at all. We got stranded and rained on with no response or proper coordinates. I wish to get my full refund and I do not recommend wasting money on this site .

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Longwood Campground at John H Kerr Reservoir
    Sep. 20, 2023

    Longwood Campground at John H Kerr Reservoir

    Not allowing to Dump/Fillup

    We didn't visit the park itself so can't judge on RV overnight stays. We kindly asked if we could fill up water and dump our RV (as you can do in a lot of campgrounds for a small fee), they refused to do so.

  • Heather The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Staunton River State Park Campground
    Aug. 20, 2023

    Staunton River State Park Campground

    Nice & quiet & dark skies!

    The campground needs some updating- there’s only one bathhouse with just 2 showers- if the campground would’ve been full, it would’ve been miserable. Also only one dumpster and it’s on the way out of the campground. BUT it’s a designated dark sky park & the stars were amazing. They also lend out telescopes. They also have nice walking trails & if you like to paddle, the river is nice & flat. There is little to no cell service.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kerr Lake State Recreation Area Kimball Point
    Aug. 15, 2023

    Kerr Lake State Recreation Area Kimball Point

    Kimball Point, NC; PERFECT CAMPING

    Kimball Point is the BEST. Huge fresh water lake, large camping spots, large sandy beach, playground for kids, very well groomed, moor your boat in the water at your camp site, big boat ramp, pet friendly, great walking areas, tent & RV spaces, NC State run park. Only negative it's hard to book a space. You need to book it EXACTLY 6 months out, call at 08:00 in morning.

  • Kelly F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Warren Ferry Landing
    Aug. 3, 2023

    Warren Ferry Landing

    Host canceled the day before our trip

    This site had great reviews and maybe it's a lovely place to camp, but I will never know. I booked this site on Hip Camp. The site was for 6 people, but only allowed one car. Since 6 people don't usually fit in one car, I asked the host about where we could park other cars, even if it is off the property so we could shuttle. 

    The host, JJ, was unwilling and unable to be helpful. He simply said he did not know where we could park other cars nearby, and the people parking on the public road were doing so illegally. I asked if there was a lot nearby we could shuttle from, he said he didn't know. I asked if there was cell service so I could communicate with our friends once we figured out parking, he simply said no. A host'sjob is to be helpful since they know the area better than I do. JJ was useless. 

    Then, I woke up the day before our reservation to see that he had canceled our booking. He said there were branches they couldn't clear before our reservation tomorrow. There was no storm or anything last night, how would he have not known this further in advance? Luckily, I found another site in Scottsville that could accommodate us, and were helpful about parking, so JJ wasn't able to ruin my birthday weekend.

  • Liz M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Occoneechee State Park Campground
    Jun. 30, 2023

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Nice but small sites

    Nice well kept park and campgrounds. Most of the sites looked pretty level. Sites in B are small and mostly have deep drop offs beyond the railroad ties. Sites are a little more spread out in C but still pretty small. But plenty of oversite parking. Both campgrounds very wooded. Beware there are LOTS of squirrels and not too afraid of humans. If you have dogs like we do that hate squirrels they drove them nuts- squirrels running around in our campsite and up trees in our campsite. And while walking around. They also climbed on a small table right next to the rv door and shredded my paper towels! Lots of areas to walk. Campground C had only two clean bath houses with only two toilets and two showers. Which I imagine with the many no hookup sites could get pretty busy.

  • RL
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
    Jun. 29, 2023

    Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park

    Bateaux and Banjos and Bad Vibes

    Not sure why this is showing up as “closed for the season” because we stayed here in June 2023. The “festival” Bateaux and Banjos was underwhelming to say the least. There weren’t any good places to swim besides the kayak/boat launch areas, which as you can imagine is crowded and busy. We stayed in the primitive campground and there is nearly ZERO ranger presence. Our neighbors were noisy, obnoxious, and trashy into the wee hours of the morning, and were up again at an ungodly hour carrying on and cursing. On more than one occasion during quiet hours they woke another neighbors kid, so that kid was screaming all night. If you want to camp at a redneck state park, go for it. Otherwise, stick to a day trip because the river is pretty and there are plenty of picnic tables and grills and shelters for day use.

  • Donald S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Staver Farm
    May. 25, 2023

    Staver Farm

    Increase in wildlife

    Trail cams are showing an increase in wildlife this past month (May 2023) Black Bear, Deer, Coyotes, Bobcats, & Turkeys

  • RL
    Camper-submitted photo from Staunton River State Park Campground
    May. 20, 2023

    Staunton River State Park Campground

    Tent Camping

    This is a pretty standard campground. Sites are extremely close together and campground is kind of tiny. One bathhouse for the whole campground. This park would probably appeal to equestrians, boaters, and RVers over tent campers. Unfortunately the promixity of other campers was stressful this weekend because of the screaming family right next to us. River views are nice. Probably won’t return.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from Holliday Lake State Park Campground
    May. 15, 2023

    Holliday Lake State Park Campground

    Nice Campround no cell sevice

    A very well kept campground. Bathhouses are very clean and sites are well maintained. Sites are paved and not too close. Sites in the older section (red bud) will require leveling. As indicated on park web site there is no cell service in the park. WiFi is available outside the contact station



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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Hampden-Sydney, VA is Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 28 reviews.

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