Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hurt, VA
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground accommodates dogs and cats throughout its wooded campsites, offering pet-friendly tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and select cabins. Pets must remain on a 6-foot leash at all times while in the campground and are prohibited from the public beach area. Leesville Lake Campground provides spacious sites for pets with clean, level terrain and easy access to the lake. Paradise Lake Family Campground and Thousand Trails Lynchburg also welcome pets with designated pet exercise areas. Campers note that pets are allowed on all hiking trails at Smith Mountain Lake State Park, though they must be leashed. The trails are pristine and well-maintained with lake views from almost every path. The Dyrt provides user ratings for locations near Hurt, Virginia.
Peaks Of Otter Campground along Blue Ridge Parkway permits leashed pets throughout the campground's drive-in and walk-in sites. The campground connects to several dog-friendly hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. Smith Mountain Lake's trails provide excellent exercise for pets with multiple routes connecting the campground to the lake. Staff regularly check sites to enforce pet policies, especially during peak seasons when the campground fills quickly. Sweetwater RV Park features multiple dog parks strategically placed throughout the property so campers have convenient access regardless of site location. The honor system laundry facilities prove useful for washing pet bedding and towels after lake activities. Nearby veterinary services can be found in Lynchburg, approximately 30-45 minutes from most campgrounds in the area.
