6 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA houses upscale glamping accommodations with modern amenities just minutes from Hartwood, offering some of the top-rated glamping campsites in the region. The property features safari-style canvas tents with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control options for year-round stays. Bull Run Regional Park offers similar luxury outdoor accommodations with private decks overlooking the natural landscape. Both locations provide glamping guests with access to full-service bathhouses featuring hot showers and modern facilities, while maintaining a connection to nature through thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces. Pohick Bay Regional Park adds another glamping option with its waterfront accommodations that blend comfort with scenic views. One guest shared, "The grounds are well designed for landscaping and kept trimmed. Our campsite has a table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs, and a propane grill."
Shenandoah National Park's Big Meadows Campground features eco-friendly glamping options with stunning mountain views and wildlife viewing opportunities. Guests regularly spot deer wandering through the grounds, creating memorable nature encounters without sacrificing comfort. The central location provides easy access to numerous hiking trails, including the Appalachian Trail which passes directly through the property. Lake Anna State Park offers waterfront glamping campsites with yurts that combine rustic charm and modern conveniences. Most glamping accommodations in the region require reservations well in advance, particularly during peak season from May through October. A visitor noted, "This is a stunning state park with a gorgeous campground. The whole place seems very well taken care of, with a camp store, visitor center, and discovery/education center for kids."
"Great spot right next to the Rappahannock River, plenty of place to set up camp. Had water on site with a fire pit and picnic table too!"
"Very friendly staff. We stayed here and went tubing on the Rappahannock River one day. The tubing trip was organized by the same people that run the campground so that was very convenient!"
"Lake on site. Playground for kids. Fun bike rentals. Lots of dog walks and a dog park. Camp store has a little bit of everything."
"Staff were very friendly and escort you to your site. There is a pond, game room, laundry and pool. Not far to drive if you want to venture out into Fredericksburg. Will definitely stay again."
"There are indoor and outdoor pools, a lakeside beach, a well stocked campground store and two fishing lakes and a fishing pond to choose from."
"It's a good place to bring your family to play some Frisbee golf, The RV spots are like being in the woods, indoor pool,lake to swim or fish.you can rent paddle boats and Jon boats.the camping store as"
from $80 - $200 / night
"Great Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store."
"Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty good. Security was great, patrol throughout the night. "
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from $43 - $100 / night
"Great space for rvs and tents. Cabins and yurts available, bath house clean, but toilet paper is thinner than dry onion skin. Beach area is 1/2 mile paved walk. Beach very crowded on weekends."
"For being a state park, Lake Anna is one of the best I've been to. Although we only tent camped, I noticed a lot of things about the campground that would welcome RVs as well."
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from $32 - $459 / night
"We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine."
"We stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up."
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from $37 - $170 / night
"Nice facilities (shower, bathrooms, garbage, etc.), but the campsites themselves leave a bit to be desired. Pros: deer wander the grounds, making for some beautiful morning animal encounters."
"This was a great campground location to many, many National Park Trails. Our stay was during the last week of September. We met up with family who live in the area and got 3 sites hugging the AT."
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from $30 - $75 / night
"Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!"
"Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer! Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there."
from $27 - $65 / night
"Close to me so theres nothing new"
"Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."
from $15 - $18 / night
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from $50 - $70 / night
GuideQuite the dump and almost no one around to talk to. There is a bathroom with running water, flushing toilets, and a shower. But it is cramped and not attractive. Most of the sites are right underneath the freeway, and very noisy. Primitive sites away from the road noise are nothing more than a wide area of the dirt road.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
TravelerSomething for everybody; long term slots, primitive camping, with electricity and water, with full hookups, day use ramps for Lake Anna, huge covered picnic area for large gatherings, rv sites in the woods and others on the edge of large field. Staff are great.
ScoutFirst camping trip in VA and honestly the only time we’ll come here. Noisy, plots are on the main road people speed down, loud music at all times. Plus the bathroom was great, taken care of but this isn’t camping. Great if you need people around you.
ScoutIt was a well maintained campsite. Clean bathrooms and great hikes to fossil beach.
ScoutGreat camp ground, spots are a little un-level
ScoutGood facilities for a NP campground
GuideWhat a gem! We found this place as an alternative to staying in DC during 4th of July festivities. Nice spacious sites, cabins were super clean and smelled great! Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer!
Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there. Historic property, big lake (no swimming), boating, fishing, hiking. There is an Art Center with juried displays for sale.
GuideFirst campground in a week, that had great water pressure! Has free laundry, clean bathrooms, free mini golf, activities , restaurant and bar. Pretty darn awesome
Hartwood, Virginia sits approximately 50 miles southwest of Washington D.C. in Stafford County, near the Rappahannock River. The area features a mix of dense Virginia forests and open meadows with elevations ranging from 200-300 feet above sea level. Camping options span from primitive riverside sites to full-service campgrounds with seasonal availability typically extending from April through October, though some remain open year-round.
Riverside activities: At Rappahannock River Campground, visitors can enjoy tubing excursions organized by the campground staff. "This campground is great! Primitive camping at its best. Very friendly staff. We stayed here and went tubing on the Rappahannock River one day. The tubing trip was organized by the same people that run the campground so that was very convenient!" notes Katie M.
Hiking trails: Trails for all ability levels are available within 30 minutes of Hartwood. The wooded terrain offers seasonal wildflower viewing and wildlife spotting opportunities. "The park is nice, but if youre looking for fishing don't go here, but you can in fact kayak down the creek," mentions Jonny D. about hiking options at Leesylvania State Park.
Water recreation: Christopher Run Campground provides direct access to Lake Anna with canoe rentals and swimming areas. "The campground has canoes that can be rented, places to fish, mini golf, and weekly events. It is a great place for the whole family to enjoy," writes Sam M.
Private wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the secluded nature of certain campsites in the region. Jon R. describes Rappahannock River Campgrounds as "Very primitive, tent only camping. Nothing near it and very private. An awesome place to relax!"
Proximity to historical attractions: The area's location makes it ideal for combining camping with historical exploration. "This KOA is clean and convenient to the historic sites in the Fredericksburg, VA area and is close to DC. I totally recommend!" explains Chris B.
Star viewing opportunities: Campers regularly mention excellent night sky viewing. "We did go back out to the field at night to do some star gazing and that was beautiful," shares Jon N. about his experience at Rappahannock River Campgrounds.
Basic facilities: Some campgrounds offer only minimal amenities. "Great off the grid experience. Showers were hot. Toilets are a porta potty type. Great for a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle. Very relaxing," notes Amanda T. about Rappahannock River Campgrounds.
Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites in Hartwood require bookings 2-3 months in advance for summer weekends. Weekday availability improves significantly during spring and fall.
Wildlife encounters: Big Meadows Campground offers regular wildlife sightings. "Beautiful, well maintained. Big Meadows Campground was wonderful. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Bear box for food storage. Loved seeing the deer so close and other wildlife," shares Terri S.
Kid-focused amenities: Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA offers numerous child-friendly features. "Kid focused park. Lots of activities. Great setting. Nice sites. Very wooded. Big pond. Great store," reports James P.
Swimming options: Several area campgrounds feature swimming beaches suitable for children of different ages. "The beach area is small with a concrete ledge next to the water. It didn't look very safe for small children," warns Tina C. about Christopher Run Campground, suggesting parents with young children should research swimming areas before booking.
Educational programming: Ranger-led activities are available at select locations, particularly during summer weekends. "Nice amphitheater with interesting ranger programs. Busy traffic in park but nice trails are accessible from campground," says Kim L. about the educational opportunities at Big Meadows.
Site leveling challenges: Many RV sites in the Hartwood region require additional leveling equipment. "Sites are spacious and decently level (depends on the site I'm sure)," advises Kristen M. about Pohick Bay Campground.
Road accessibility: Some campgrounds require navigating narrow roads to reach camping areas. "The location is quiet but it is a bit off the beaten path for the traveler. This is nice but an extra 20min in and out from the main route," notes Thomas S. about Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA.
Utility connections: Bull Run Regional Park offers full-hookup sites with varying amperage options. "Camp ground is nice. Check in was a breeze. The only drawback is that it is not quite. There is a shooting range in the park. It is on a flight path for DCA. And, I66 is not that far away," explains Drew M.
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