Searching for the best camping near Portsmouth, VA? Portsmouth is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near Portsmouth, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
First Landing State park camping site type:
EW-20ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet long. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20-amp service.
EW-30ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups, RVs up to 30 feet length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.
EW-50ft: Electric/Water site for RVs only 32-50 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.
Std-20ft: No electric/water on this site. Accommodates tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers.
Sites 44 - 65: Group Campground - No electric/water on these sites. Three-site minimum purchase required. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. Good for tents. Group camp area - site specific; maximum six people per site. A large shelter, which is available to only group campers, may be rented.
Each yurt has a large wooden deck, two picnic tables, a pedestal grill and a fire ring with cooking grate. Reservations are required. Parking for two vehicles is allowed for each yurt. Those with additional vehicles must pay the daily parking fee and park in available overflow spaces in the campground.
$28 - $40 / night
Welcome to Holiday Trav-l-Park in Virginia Beach! Our sites, amenities and activities offer something for every person in the family along with every type of camper from tent to motorhome. On top of that, getting to the beach is a breeze – we are the closest campground to the resort area with a parking lot 1 block off the beach for our guests, take the seasonal city trolley or ride your bike to the beach.
$25 - $92 / night
Welcome to Virginia Beach! Finding great outdoor fun and adventure here is easy. Deciding which to choose is the challenge. At Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®, we make it easy to try it all! We're your perfect base camp to enjoy the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Chesapeake Bay, iconic three-mile Boardwalk and many local area attractions. Relax and have fun with your family and friends in the great outdoors at our beautiful campground, full of amenities and fun-filled activities for all ages.
Cabin, RV and Tent Camping in Virginia Beach Campgrounds near Virginia Beach have experiences to suit every kind of camper. Whether you prefer the comfort of glamping in one of our Deluxe Cabins or a more rustic, outdoorsy experience, you'll feel right at home at Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®. Our fully furnished Deluxe Cabins offer a luxurious, yet cozy, atmosphere complete with bathrooms, kitchen supplies, comfy beds, linens and big screen TV. Or try our Camping Cabins for a rustic feel, yet with the convenience of electricity, beds and air conditioning. Park your RV at our Pull-Thru RV Sites with KOA Patio®, all with free cable and Wi-Fi. Or pitch a Tent and enjoy a traditional camping experience. Whatever accommodation you choose, you can rest assured you will enjoy your stay in this beautiful location.
When you stay at Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®, you won't have to go far to enjoy a fun-filled, action-packed vacation. We offer lots of cool recreational opportunities you won't find anywhere else. Take a ride on our Adventureworks Zip Line or play in our Pocket Activity Park featuring family-friendly games of cornhole, ladder ball, horseshoes and more! Make a splash on our Giant Slide or in our two pools, or rent bikes to ride to the boardwalk at the beach. There's even a safe place for Fido to play within our Kamp K9® Dog Park. Wind down the day with a relaxing campfire or gather in our Pocket Park for live entertainment on most Saturday evenings in summer.
$30 - $47 / night
At Cherrystone you'll find over 300 acres of natural waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay with over 700 sites, many shaded by tall trees. Our many features makes for great camping near Virginia Beach - including camping cabins, on-site camper rentals, five swimming pools, four fishing piers, beautiful beach, large dog park and their very own dog beach, newly renovated Cafe/Lounge, a well-stocked General Store and the Bait and Tackle Shop. Our waterfront location will delight you with breathtaking sunsets, wildlife and a wide variety of birds. And don't forget all that there is to do! Throughout the season, we have themed weekends and plenty of planned activities for the entire family including fishing and crabbing, taking full advantage of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!
The Colonies RV & Travel Park is located in a historic and scenic setting on Fort Monroe National Monument. 14 full-service camping sites with 30/50 amps and paved pads. We also offer nine sites with 30 amps, electricity, and water. Tent Sites by reservation or walk-in. Enjoy rich history, gorgeous scenery, an abundance of activities all surrounded by water, and magnificently unspoiled beaches. So avoid the crowds on your next trip, and visit one of America’s best-kept secrets.
24-Hour Laundry Facility
Bicycle Rentals
Club House – Full Kitchen, TV Room, Bathroom
Country Store – Gifts, Beach Necessities, RV Supplies
Picnic Tables
Cornhole, Pickleball Court, and Volleyball rental
Charcoal/Gas Grill rentals (Delivered to Site)
Fire Pit rental and purchase, wood delivered to site
Bath House with restrooms and showers
Pavilion Rentals$25 - $59 / night
Just across the James River from historic Jamestown in beautiful Surry County, Chippokes Plantation is one of the oldest continually farmed plantations in the country. A working farm since 1619, the park offers modern recreational activities and a glimpse of life in a bygone era. Visitors tour the historic area with its antebellum mansion and outbuildings, stroll through formal gardens, and view antique equipment at the Chippokes Farm and Forestry Museum.
A campground and four overnight cabins allow visitors to stay on the historic grounds. The park has an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a visitor center with a gift shop. It also provides opportunities to bike, hike, ride horseback and picnic. Chippokes Plantation also offers wedding packages and meeting facilities.
Cabins, yurts and camping. For information on the availability of overnight accommodations, particular park amenities or to make a reservation, you can reserve online or call 800-933-PARK. Rental rates for cabins and camping vary by season, dwelling and park. First, determine the appropriate season, which can vary by park, then the relevant rate. You also may want to learn about the cancelation and transfer policies. A fee is charged per pet per night for cabin stays.
Located in Gates County 10 miles south of North Carolina's northeastern border with Virginia, Merchants Millpond State Park centers on a 760-acre millpond more than 190 years old. Hiking the surrounding trails or paddling the placid, shallow waters of the pond offer a great way to explore this wetland environment. Old-growth cypress trees adorned with Spanish moss create an "enchanted forest," particularly at Lassiter Swamp. Visitors have even spotted the American alligator here, at the northernmost point of its range.
$15 - $110 / night
If you haven’t experienced Virginia Beach Camping, get ready for an amazing experience at North Landing Campground RV Resort & Cottages. From RV sites to cottage rentals, North Landing Beach RV Resort & Cottages has it all!!
Bayshore campground offers a quiet setting away from busy highways with access Back Bay and surrounded by the protected Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
Amenities:
-Cabin’s and Pop-up rental available.
-Water, Electric & WiFi at most sites
-Private showers and Bathroom stalls
-Swimming pool (Seasonal)
-Recreation Hall (Foosball, Pool, Air Hockey,Ping Pong, Cable TV)
-Playground (Volleyball, Swings, Play-sets, Basketball & More)
-Picnic tables, Fire Pits & Grills available
-Fresh water fishing from our canals
-Boat ramp & Dumping Station (Free for registered guest
$55 - $85 / night
First Landing State park camping site type:
EW-20ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet long. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20-amp service.
EW-30ft: Electric/water site for tents, pop-ups, RVs up to 30 feet length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.
EW-50ft: Electric/Water site for RVs only 32-50 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. 20, 30 and 50-amp service.
Std-20ft: No electric/water on this site. Accommodates tents, pop-ups and RVs up to 20 feet in length. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers.
Sites 44 - 65: Group Campground - No electric/water on these sites. Three-site minimum purchase required. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire-grill. Bathhouse with hot showers. Good for tents. Group camp area - site specific; maximum six people per site. A large shelter, which is available to only group campers, may be rented.
Each yurt has a large wooden deck, two picnic tables, a pedestal grill and a fire ring with cooking grate. Reservations are required. Parking for two vehicles is allowed for each yurt. Those with additional vehicles must pay the daily parking fee and park in available overflow spaces in the campground.
$28 - $40 / night
Welcome to Holiday Trav-l-Park in Virginia Beach! Our sites, amenities and activities offer something for every person in the family along with every type of camper from tent to motorhome. On top of that, getting to the beach is a breeze – we are the closest campground to the resort area with a parking lot 1 block off the beach for our guests, take the seasonal city trolley or ride your bike to the beach.
$25 - $92 / night
Welcome to Virginia Beach! Finding great outdoor fun and adventure here is easy. Deciding which to choose is the challenge. At Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®, we make it easy to try it all! We're your perfect base camp to enjoy the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Chesapeake Bay, iconic three-mile Boardwalk and many local area attractions. Relax and have fun with your family and friends in the great outdoors at our beautiful campground, full of amenities and fun-filled activities for all ages.
Cabin, RV and Tent Camping in Virginia Beach Campgrounds near Virginia Beach have experiences to suit every kind of camper. Whether you prefer the comfort of glamping in one of our Deluxe Cabins or a more rustic, outdoorsy experience, you'll feel right at home at Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®. Our fully furnished Deluxe Cabins offer a luxurious, yet cozy, atmosphere complete with bathrooms, kitchen supplies, comfy beds, linens and big screen TV. Or try our Camping Cabins for a rustic feel, yet with the convenience of electricity, beds and air conditioning. Park your RV at our Pull-Thru RV Sites with KOA Patio®, all with free cable and Wi-Fi. Or pitch a Tent and enjoy a traditional camping experience. Whatever accommodation you choose, you can rest assured you will enjoy your stay in this beautiful location.
When you stay at Virginia Beach KOA Holiday®, you won't have to go far to enjoy a fun-filled, action-packed vacation. We offer lots of cool recreational opportunities you won't find anywhere else. Take a ride on our Adventureworks Zip Line or play in our Pocket Activity Park featuring family-friendly games of cornhole, ladder ball, horseshoes and more! Make a splash on our Giant Slide or in our two pools, or rent bikes to ride to the boardwalk at the beach. There's even a safe place for Fido to play within our Kamp K9® Dog Park. Wind down the day with a relaxing campfire or gather in our Pocket Park for live entertainment on most Saturday evenings in summer.
$30 - $47 / night
At Cherrystone you'll find over 300 acres of natural waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay with over 700 sites, many shaded by tall trees. Our many features makes for great camping near Virginia Beach - including camping cabins, on-site camper rentals, five swimming pools, four fishing piers, beautiful beach, large dog park and their very own dog beach, newly renovated Cafe/Lounge, a well-stocked General Store and the Bait and Tackle Shop. Our waterfront location will delight you with breathtaking sunsets, wildlife and a wide variety of birds. And don't forget all that there is to do! Throughout the season, we have themed weekends and plenty of planned activities for the entire family including fishing and crabbing, taking full advantage of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!
The Colonies RV & Travel Park is located in a historic and scenic setting on Fort Monroe National Monument. 14 full-service camping sites with 30/50 amps and paved pads. We also offer nine sites with 30 amps, electricity, and water. Tent Sites by reservation or walk-in. Enjoy rich history, gorgeous scenery, an abundance of activities all surrounded by water, and magnificently unspoiled beaches. So avoid the crowds on your next trip, and visit one of America’s best-kept secrets.
24-Hour Laundry Facility
Bicycle Rentals
Club House – Full Kitchen, TV Room, Bathroom
Country Store – Gifts, Beach Necessities, RV Supplies
Picnic Tables
Cornhole, Pickleball Court, and Volleyball rental
Charcoal/Gas Grill rentals (Delivered to Site)
Fire Pit rental and purchase, wood delivered to site
Bath House with restrooms and showers
Pavilion Rentals$25 - $59 / night