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Best Campgrounds near Hurt, VA

457 Reviews

Camping options near Hurt, Virginia center primarily around lake environments, offering a mix of state park facilities and private campgrounds. Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground serves as a main destination in the area, featuring sites for tents, RVs, and cabins alongside water-based recreation. Other established campgrounds like Leesville Lake Campground and Sweetwater RV Park provide additional developed camping areas throughout the region. Most locations offer electric hookups and modern amenities, with varying levels of privacy between sites.

The camping season extends year-round at several facilities near Hurt, though some campgrounds like Lynchburg RV Resort operate seasonally from April through October. "The lake is beautiful and my entire family enjoyed our time!" noted one visitor about Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Site amenities vary considerably, with some campgrounds offering full hookups including 50-amp service for larger RVs, while others provide more basic facilities. Campers should note that reservations are typically required for developed sites, especially during summer months when waterfront locations fill quickly. Many campgrounds feature shower facilities and restrooms, though their cleanliness and maintenance can vary based on visitor reports.

Smith Mountain Lake emerges as a focal point for camping experiences in the region, with multiple visitors highlighting water recreation opportunities. The lake allows for swimming, fishing, and boating, with some campgrounds providing direct water access or boat ramps. Campsite privacy differs significantly between locations, with state park sites generally offering more seclusion than private RV parks. A camper described the Smith Mountain Lake State Park sites as "wooded, spacious, and clean" with "plenty of trees for a little privacy." Hiking trails connect many of the camping areas to scenic viewpoints and water access points. Several campgrounds in the Hurt vicinity maintain picnic areas and fire rings at individual sites, though firewood availability and quality received mixed reviews from visitors.

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Best Camping Sites Near Hurt, Virginia (74)

    1. Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Penhook, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 297-6066

    $20 - $40 / night

    "This is a well maintained area with access to several hiking trails of all difficulty levels. The lake is beautiful and my entire family enjoyed our time!"

    "Stopping at Smith Mountain lake was well worth it during my mini road trip through VA. Pros: huge lake with tons of outdoor activities (trails for running/walking, boating activities, kayaking)."

    2. Leesville Lake Campground, LLC

    4 Reviews
    Hurt, VA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 818-1177

    $55 / night

    "A short walk, even shorter drive to the dam and decent fishing at the boat ramp."

    "They walk you right to your site and help back you in! It's a 5 minute walk down to the lake."

    3. Smith Mountain Campground

    10 Reviews
    Penhook, VA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 927-4198

    $25 - $45 / night

    "Great private campground, kept up well with large sites next to wooded areas."

    "Close to the lake!"

    4. Thousand Trails Lynchburg

    7 Reviews
    Rustburg, VA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The campground is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking trails (a plus!) but, definitely opt for a full hook-up site!"

    "This was the perfect spot to stay after a long drive. We saw bunnies and then lightening bugs. The pool was great for the kids."

    5. Sweetwater RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Moneta, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 296-0522

    $47 / night

    "Multiple dog parks….so convenient so you have one close to your area. Lots of recreation, great pickle ball area and pool. Laundry is honor system per load …pay in office."

    6. Peaks Of Otter Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    23 Reviews
    Thaxton, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 586-7321

    $30 / night

    "Picked for price Quiet

    Enjoyed Blueridge parkway

    NIce retreat in SW Virginia"

    "It was a pull-through site with an additional area containing a picnic table and fire ring, accessible via a small set of steps up the hill."

    7. Paradise Lake & Campground

    8 Reviews
    Danville, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 836-2620

    "The walking trail was nice but you will for sure want to take an extra large can of deep woods off or equivalent. There are swarms of large flys all around the water on the trail."

    "This place is relatively small, but surrounds a small lake. Sites are close together, but everyone is respectful."

    8. Paradise Lake Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Appomattox, VA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 993-3332

    "Has beautiful pool and lake, playground, arcade, and boat rentals. Fishing, hiking, basketball. Very friendly staff all the time."

    "The bathroom was a good walk up the hill so bring your bikes. We would definitely go back though!"

    9. Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    14 Reviews
    Big Island, VA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 299-5228

    "We stopped here overnight on a trip from Chicago to Virginia Beach. We had reserved a pull through but were just short in length and had to disconnect the tow vehicle for the night."

    "There was plenty for kids to do playground, pool, jump pillow, fishing pond and hiking trails. The tent site was amazing right by the pond. The fire pit has a grate for cooking."

    10. Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

    18 Reviews
    Natural Bridge Station, VA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 291-2188

    $20 - $40 / night

    "These sites are slightly more rugged, and best for smaller tents; site 35 however is both large, flat, and private, and is next to the trailhead to one of the campground's hiking trails."

    "Site was spacious and pleasantly situated for our 17' travel trailer. Clean bathrooms and shower."

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  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Dispersed Camping Site off FR 812

    The best so far

    Best boondocking we've done in VA. The sites were clean, along a gentle stream, and all had huge fire pits. Highly recommend.

  • Bradley M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Glen Maury Park

    Beautiful place with all the amenities

    Overnight stay off I-81. Easy in and out. VERY well kept and super friendly staff. I highly recommend. Larger rigs need to stay in the lower campground and there are no sewer connections, but the dump station is all good.

  • S
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Middle Creek Campground

    Beautiful and secluded

    Mostly seasonal campers, but an idyllic environment. I am parked alongside a babbling brook. Poor cell reception, no tv. A forced off the grid experience.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Paradise Lake Family Campground

    Not more than one night

    This is an older campground and shows its age…and wear. There are several semi-permanent residents here. Some facilities need repair and/or maintenance. Water in the shower was hot, but the showers were small, and there was no place for d as iso, shaving things, shampoo, ets. And no place to sit to. There is a pool and a lake with a swim beach. Kayak rental. Playground, laundry, showers/ bathrooms are passable. Internet is very slow.

  • Stephanie L.
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Sweetwater RV Park

    Quiet, clean campground!

    This campground was exceptionally clean and very quiet/peaceful. We went to the playground to play and pool to swim - had it to ourselves - with our 18 month old. The staff is amazing and clearly love what they do. They were friendly from the start and they let us know they were available for help, etc. The site itself was an easy pull-through. It was clean and hookups were easy to figure out (first time RVers here; not new to camping though). I would say this campground has achieved the 'family-friendly' atmosphere, for sure! SML State Park is 10mns away! We will definitely be back!

    I thought being at the end of the loop would be noisy due to traffic coming through, but it didn't bother us one but!

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Sweetwater RV Park

    Great location at SML

    Really well thought out campground for RV. Plenty of pull through and back in sites. Level sites, utilities are well placed and good height. Well maintained…you can tell staff takes pride in campground. Multiple dog parks….so convenient so you have one close to your area. Lots of recreation, great pickle ball area and pool. Laundry is honor system per load …pay in office.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Natural Bridge

    Helpful staff and nice amenities

    It has all the bells and whistles you’d hope for at a Jellystone. It sounds like staffing has been challenging but the fellow campers and wonderful staff that are here make it well worth staying. We partook in all we could and enjoyed the swimming hole, pool, splash pad, jumping pillow and arcade. I’d stay again and would love to head down to the river for some tubing and fish in the stocked pond.

  • Kevin M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 28, 2025

    Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA

    Exceeded expectations

    I was impressed with this campground from the minute I entered it. We were greeted at the entrance and then sent to an escort you smartly showed us to our site by taking the same path at the RV should take; making wise returns and so on. The site was pristine and laid out very nicely. Honestly the whole place was really clean and lovely. This is my first KOA visit and I was thoroughly impressed

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Peaks Of Otter Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Beautiful place, old campground

    On a Thursday night in July we were the only ones at the campground. Friendly host but the campsites are not level - and we had the best of the lot - very private (if others had been there) but only one side of the picnic table was accessible (bc of the slope). Worked for our setup with rooftop tent but would’ve been difficult for someone w a camper or tent. Lodge was nice and well-kept. Hike to top of peaks was strenuous and gorgeous at the top! Decent stop right off the BRP. Wildflowers were beautiful.

Guide to Hurt

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

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Sherando Lake Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The campground is located very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Skyline drive. What a beautiful drive on the parkway."
  • Swimming: Enjoy the sandy beach at Sherando Lake Campground. A visitor shared, "The lake is beautiful and refreshing. You can swim out to an Island if you want to."
  • Fishing: Cast a line at Douthat State Park Campground. One camper noted, "There are also cabins here! Plenty of picnic areas and great fishing as well!"

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA stated, "The bath/shower/laundry facility was very clean and fairly new."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Goose Point Park mentioned, "The well-maintained, spacious campsites provided privacy and convenient water & electric hookups for our camper."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One review for Devil’s Backbone Camp said, "The staff were friendly and were able to help with all questions I had."

What you should know:

  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have poor or no cell reception. A camper at Sherando Lake Campground noted, "There isn’t any cell service so they will call him, the host called for us."
  • Water access issues: Some campgrounds may experience water outages. A review for Devil’s Backbone Camp mentioned, "Major water problems with the entire park. The bath house by the beach... are closed or off."
  • Seasonal availability: Check the season for each campground. For example, Douthat State Park Campground is open from May to September.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with splash pads or swimming areas. One family at Occoneechee State Park Campground enjoyed, "We spent an afternoon at the splash pad, which is a great way to cool off in the summer."
  • Plan for privacy: Select sites that are spaced out for a quieter experience. A camper at Crabtree Falls Campground said, "Each campsite was a little drive away from each other which was very nice in terms of privacy."
  • Pack for convenience: Bring items that make camping easier for kids, like portable games or snacks. One reviewer at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA mentioned, "The folks I interacted with in the office were very nice."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site hookups: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground noted, "All of them looked well maintained."
  • Be cautious on narrow roads: Some campgrounds have steep or winding access roads. A camper at Goose Point Park mentioned, "Drive-in a little steep with hairpin bend, but all good with caution."
  • Plan for dump station access: Make sure to know where the dump station is located. A review for Douthat State Park Campground stated, "There is a dump station on the way out."

Camping near Hurt, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to check the specific details for each campground to make the most of your trip!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hurt, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hurt, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 74 campgrounds and RV parks near Hurt, VA and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hurt, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hurt, VA is Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hurt, VA?

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

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