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Staunton River State Park Campground accommodates pets throughout its two camping loops with shaded, level sites suitable for tents and RVs. All sites feature picnic tables, fire rings with cooking grates, and designated tent pads, though tent campers should note the gravel surface may require sturdier stakes. The park maintains clean bathroom facilities with hot showers within walking distance of all campsites. North Bend Park and Rudds Creek Campground also welcome pets, offering electric hookups and water access for dogs who enjoy swimming. Sites at these locations provide adequate space between neighbors, creating a comfortable environment for campers with active dogs. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles or camping units.
Hiking trails throughout Staunton River State Park provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though owners should watch for horse traffic and associated waste on multi-use paths. Kerr Lake recreation areas feature shoreline access where pets can cool off during summer months. Campers report the boat landings at Staunton River offer convenient water entry points for dogs who enjoy swimming, though boaters frequently use these areas. Bringing extra towels for muddy paws is recommended after water activities. The region experiences hot, humid summers, making early morning or evening walks more comfortable for pets. Limited cell service exists at several campgrounds, so researching nearby veterinary services before arrival is advisable. Clean bathhouses and generally well-maintained grounds make these locations suitable for extended stays with pets.
"Campgrounds are right next to the water for easy access. Pet friendly which is a must. Great place to go during the summer."
"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."
from $21 - $427 / night
Check Availability"We camped here again at Staunton River State Park, this time we stayed in site 21, which is an electric site near the bathrooms/showers and one of the best for viewing stars."
"Site was built into a hill and had several steps leading up to it. Much smaller site than we are used to at VA State parks."
from $27 - $121 / night
Check Availability"I loved the lakefront location in back of C loop and that it was 2 tiered which made the site very private with a lower level table, fire-ring, and gravel site. Well maintained campground."
"Kerr Reservoir (or Buggs Island Lake at is mostly referred as) has the best Bass fishing this side of the Mississippi, and they hold Bass tournaments here on a regular basis."
from $24 - $125 / night
Check Availability"The exception to this is people putting old rugs or carpet around the shore where the park their boats."
"They were giving g out treats for my dogs which I thought was a great gesture. Facilities are clean as always."
from $24 - $68 / night
Check Availability"We visited Kerr Lake State Rec Area, JC Cooper Campground, Loop 1, at Satterwhite Point in April and it was fully booked for the weekend. The sites are beautiful."
"The site was near the water with very nice lake views right from the tent. Great for swimming, kayaking, SUP, and other water activities."
from $27 - $177 / night
Check Availability"My biggest complaint is the location of the trash dumpsters is very close to the bath house and campsites in this loop and the smell was not pleasant."
"Lakeside camping in a tent is great when fishing and being next to the rods. Level sites, can get flooded after heavy rains as I found out."
from $27 - $112 / night
Check Availability"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"
"Showers/bathrooms are not the closest to sites but if you don’t mind a walk they are not a problem. There are port o johns in one location also."
from $27 - $77 / night
Check Availability"I’ve been to Henderson Point on Kerr Lake multiple times now, and it’s never disappointed! Stayed at sites 16 and 18, and both are great!"
"The only complaints would be that the bathrooms are kind of far from this site (I never actually went but imagine a good 5 minute walk) and the dump station is about a mile away."
from $27 - $77 / night
Check Availability"Very nice place to walk and lots of sight seeing close by and shor t walk or drive to the water"
"One mile walk to Buffalo park a beautiful place with lots of history. I love it .Great day for a picnic ."
from $22 - $53 / night
Check Availability"Half of the sites are right on the lake shore."
from $24 - $68 / night
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TravelerWater Water everywhere. Paddle boards....canoes if you have them this is a great place to go. Campgrounds are right next to the water for easy access. Pet friendly which is a must. Great place to go during the summer.
TravelerLove hiking here with the family and friends plenty of beautiful family and pet friendly trails.
GuideThis is one of my favorite campgrounds. Located on a semi rural area, the sites are very wooded and quiet. There was a lake nearby with an open sky where you could see hundreds of stars at night. Pets are allowed and the bathrooms are in good shape.
TravelerKimball 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.
GuideSite 16 Left (non-electric) September 18-21, 2020 Average Daily Temp: 76 Average Night Temp: 51 Arrived on a beautiful early Fall Friday afternoon. Host was extremely friendly and welcoming. He offered great advice and information for this first time visit. Firewood is not available on site. You have to travel back to a self service trailer about 4 miles near the local CVS on Route 58. In my humble opinion, Site 16 was the best view of the Lake and has easy accessibility (see photos). Because of the low evening temps, most of the non-electric sites were empty. We basically had run of the area. Pet friendly and very well kept areas. Rock pad for parking and tent set up. Bring a pad if you plan on sleeping on the ground. Two tables, fire pit, and lantern post on sites. Boat parking available close to this site. Swimming was fantastic. Fishing was even better. Will be back.
TravelerI’ll be honest. I didn’t know places could be this awesome. We are beginning campers and this was beyond our expectation. The views are incredible. (Be sure to watch the sunset. We went in the fall and I’ve never seen colors so bright.) Most sites are waterfront with the possibility of a beach or at least a bulkhead with water views. Picnic tables and great fire pits at each site. Showers/bathrooms are not the closest to sites but if you don’t mind a walk they are not a problem. There are port o johns in one location also. So many water access points for fishing or entering the water for swimming or kayaking. Boat ramp on location at Kimball Point. Beautiful walking areas but no hiking or long trails. Pavilion area and open lake sitting areas were available. Our site had 50/30/20 amp and I’m assuming most do as well. The website didn’t say that and I see this app has 30 only. Pets were permitted. Park ranger drove around often. The most amazing Dollar General ever was about 10 minutes away if you need a quick trip. Everything from tents to giant fifth wheels were there so it’s a great place no matter what you have.
LegendAnother site I have camped at while fishing in Kerr lake. All the sites around this lake are good and this one is no exception. Easy access by car, park right next to your site which are nearly all lakeside.
Toilet facilities are available. Sites are all clean and kept in good condition.
Be aware that if there has been heavy rain the lake level will rise considerably and I had to move my tent further away from the waters edge to avoid being flooded out.
Not too many bugs in the summer months and great views of the night sky when clear.
I would recommend this site for families as well.
The lake seems safe to swim in during the summer months.
Fires are allowed there are some fire rings as well.
LegendTucked away in the lush, verdant forests north of Raleigh, here at Bullocksville Park, you’ll discover camping and cabin grounds that are just a short hike from the nearby Lake Kerr, but far enough away from any roadside noisy traffic.
This is a complete natural respite that is incredibly quiet(save the roar of noise from nature!). The grounds themselves are laid out superbly, from 3-4 independent campground sites(in fact, some are across the road from whence you arrived) with blended options for both RV’s and real campers who use tents.
There are a number of amenities and diversions, such as boat ramps for motored-boats, kayaking, canoeing, as well as playgrounds for the kiddos, a big gathering hall that can be rented, several picnic areas and shelters along with countless hiking trails. For anyone visiting North Carolina or for nearby residents who just want to get away from the concrete jungle, then Bullocksville Park is definitely worth a look.
I will end on this point - I have not come across any such amazing camping gem in all of North Carolina than this splendid campground at Bullocksville. You'll be lucky (and hopefully very grateful) for getting a piece of land here in front of this gorgeous lake if you book well in advance.
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LegendI’m not sure if this campground is correctly named Holly Point Campground, which after my experience, I would rename it HOLY Point Campground, as this outdoor nature preserve is truly a slice of heaven carved out in the middle of North Carolina’s finest camping paradise. If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm peace & quiet that only nature can offer, then make your way here to Holly Point Campground@ Falls Lake SRA, where you will not be disappointed.
All of the basics are provided in spades – from picnic table, fold-up fire ring / BBQ grill, bear-proof garbage hanger and a nice small pebble-strewn flat patch of well-maintained nature that offers pristine shade from an unrelenting bit of summer North Carolina sunshine from the tall matchstick-like long leave needle pines. While there’s not a terrible amount of brush between the campsites, you will have semi-privacy unlike many other nearby campgrounds.
The on-site facilities (bathrooms& showers) are just slightly north of passable and only a smidge better than you’d expect from a state-run campground, and so this campground gets its only mediocre marks on this front. But that said, there’s plenty of hiking trails to explore and the on-site rangers are incredibly helpful and positive folks that want to ensure you have a great time, but the best amenity on this property is the access to Falls Lake itself, where there is a perfectly sectioned off swimming area, as well as boat launching areas for those that want to fish or simply drop a kayak or canoe in the water and take enjoy a lakeside cruise.
Insider's tips? Here's a handful: (1) While IMHO there is no bad spot here in all of Holly Point Campground, there are obviously some that are better than others. Given this, I would highly rank Loops 4 (#118-119, #121-123) & 5 (#141-147; #149, #150, #152-155) as well as the southern and eastern side of Loop 2 (#36-39; #55-71; #73, #75), given their proximity to and views of Falls Lake itself. Of course, the sites that are located closer to the water are those more preferred; (2) If you're an angler, you'll be looking to catch some large-mouthed bass, yellow perch, blue gill, channel and flathead catfish and I recommend the areas that are heaviest shadowed around the lake edges; (3) When you grow weary of having to fix up that next campsite meal and simply want to error on the side of ease and comfort, then check out nearby Buffalo Bros who serve up some pretty might wings and amazing pies (there's also burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and other basic Americana foodstuffs) or Nantucket Grill for some pretty outstanding Jambalaya and seafood diablo pasta; and (4) If you love extreme outdoors adventures, then check out Xtreme Park Adventures for indoor and outdoor courses for paintball and laser tag.
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Kerr Lake spans 50,000 acres along the Virginia-North Carolina border with 800 miles of shoreline. Most camping options near Henrico are within a 75-mile radius, clustered around Kerr Lake (also called Buggs Island Lake). Water levels can fluctuate 5-10 feet seasonally, affecting shoreline access and boat launches at lakefront campsites.
Astronomy and stargazing: Staunton River State Park Campground has been designated an International Dark Sky Park. "If you love stargazing this is the park for you. It is an International Dark Sky Park. The park offers rentals of telescopes too," notes Bridget H. The visitor center offers free telescope loans for guests.
Shoreline kayaking: Hibernia Campground features multiple coves and inlets ideal for paddling. "We had a great site, right on the lake. Could launch our kayaks, fish and swim right from our site!" explains Jeanna Marie C. Most waterfront sites have their own beach access for easy launching.
Fishing tournaments: Kerr Lake hosts regular bass fishing events throughout summer months. "Kerr Reservoir has the best Bass fishing this side of the Mississippi, and they hold Bass tournaments here on a regular basis. The lake is also one of the best place for Cat Fish in the state," reports Cliff M. Local bait shops post tournament schedules and provide fishing licenses.
Personal beaches: Many sites at North Bend Park feature private shorelines. "North Bend is beautiful. Sites right on the water! The lot was level and I didn't feel like I was on top of my neighbors," writes Heather. Waterfront sites are distributed throughout multiple camping loops.
Clean facilities: Most campers note excellent maintenance standards at lakeside parks. "The bath house is very nice and is well maintained. 'Thank You' to the staff for a job well done," shares Glenn F. about Nutbush Creek. Bathhouses typically include individual shower stalls and are cleaned daily during peak season.
Ample shade: Henderson Point Campground offers wooded sites that provide natural cooling. "Roomy campsites, beautiful lakefront lots. Quiet, clean and peaceful," says Valerie C. Tree coverage varies by loop, with some sites offering full shade throughout the day.
Tent pad surfaces: Many campgrounds feature gravel tent pads requiring appropriate stakes. "The camp sItes are in great condition. bring a tarp or footprint for you tent the pads are all gravel," advises Mike R. about North Bend Park. Reinforced tent stakes or an additional ground cloth are recommended.
Varying water depths: Lake entry points differ significantly between campgrounds. "You could only see glimpses of water through the trees of our site but there was a path down to the water. It was rocky but we could set up two chairs and watch the sunset over the lake," explains Wendy H. about Rudds Creek Campground.
Limited connectivity: Cell service can be unreliable across the region. "No internet. Verizon via iPhone 12: 1 mbps down and 0.2 mbps up with 794 ms ping. T-Mobile via Nighthawk MR-1100 - 22 mbps down and 0.74 up with 99 ping," reports Mea H. at Nutbush Creek Campground. T-Mobile generally performs better than other carriers in most campgrounds.
Educational programs: Staunton River State Park Campground offers ranger-led activities for children. "Park rangers had great kids programs including animal feeding frenzy where we learned about snakes and turtles and we invoked in feeding. Also lots of any pelts to learn about," shares Katie.
Safe swimming areas: J.C. Cooper Campground provides designated swimming zones for younger children. "We went kayaking and swimming from our tent. Daughter had a blast swimming in the lake and catching her very first fish!!!" reports Crystal K. about her family experience at Kerr Lake. Most swimming areas are unmarked with no lifeguards present.
Playground options: Multiple parks feature basic play equipment for children. "The park has a nice hiking trail within the park and great access to the lake. There is also a small playground," notes Glenn F. Playgrounds typically include swings and climbing structures but limited shade during mid-day hours.
Water hookup length: Kimball Point Campground requires extended hose connections at many sites. "My only gripe is that not every site has its own water. I had run 60ft water hose to the next site over," explains adam B. Most RV sites require at least 50 feet of drinking water hose.
Variable site grades: Many lakefront sites feature uneven terrain requiring careful leveling. "Many sites are really best suited for tents while others are open for Class As. Be warned that the sites vary pretty widely in size and grade," cautions Michael P. about Kimball Point. Sites on higher elevations typically offer more level parking but less convenient lake access.
Limited sewer connections: Full-hookup sites are rare in this region. "Site 206 in Loop D is a great site in a National Park on a lake with easy shore access from pad. No sewer but dump stations are available," notes Mike C. about North Bend Park. Most campgrounds provide centralized dump stations rather than individual sewer connections.
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