3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Occoneechee State Park, Twin Lakes State Park, and Lake Gaston Americamps offer cabin rentals in the La Crosse, Virginia area. Cabins at Occoneechee feature 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom layouts with microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, plates, utensils, and fireplaces. Many units include covered porches with rocking chairs and private lakefront views. "We stayed in Cabin #3 and it was perfect. It's a 3BR/2BA spacious cabin, wooded and lakeside. Great sunsets and nice big deck," noted one camper. Most cabins provide electrical outlets, ceiling fans, and window air conditioning units for summer comfort. Rustic cabins at Staunton River State Park date back to 1936 but have been modernized while maintaining their historic character.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Simple cabin options at Lake Gaston include one bed (either queen or full size), roll-away beds, mini-refrigerators, Keurig coffee makers, window AC units, and ceiling fans. Most parks require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when lakefront cabins fill quickly. Pet policies vary by location—some cabins welcome pets while others maintain strict no-pet policies. A visitor commented: "This is a great spot to stop. I stayed in one of the cabins on site and it was simple, but comfortable. There was one bed and a roll-away underneath, table with four chairs, mini refrigerator, Keurig, window AC unit and ceiling fan/light."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen equipment varies significantly between locations—Occoneechee State Park cabins include basic kitchen supplies, but as one camper noted, "If you have the space to pack them, I recommend bringing a couple of your own pots and pans; limited options there. Bring your own dish towels, dish rags, linens, towels/wash rags, etc." Small camp stores at several locations offer basic provisions and supplies, including firewood. Many cabins include outdoor fire rings with cooking grates, picnic tables, and lantern poles. Water spigots are typically located near cabin sites, with bathhouses available within walking distance for rustic cabin options lacking private facilities.
"Bathrooms were clean but had to drive to them from the tent sites. Luckily they have a set of porta potties closer to the sites for easy use."
"1st time at Lake Gaston Americamps campground. The staff is awesome. Everyone was helpful, polite, friendly and made you feel welcomed. Need firewood, no problem."
"This is a thousand trails RV resort. the road to the campground is fine."
"It was our first time using our Thousand Trails membership and it was pretty fun!"
"Its like tent camping except you get to sleep in a bed. We stayed in September so the fact that there is no AC or electricity in the yurt was not an issue because the weather was moderate."
"We stayed in Cabin #3 and it was perfect. It’s a 3BR/2BA spacious cabin, wooded and lakeside. Great sunsets and nice big deck (some areas of the porch are covered, and have rocking chairs)."
Available next weekend
from $21 - $384 / night
"Labor Day weekend car camping at Medoc Mountain State Park campground! Had a great time camping and hiking. "
"We stayed in site 11 which was surrounded by lots of trees and gave us lots of privacy from our neighbors. Each site has its own covered trash bin to use."
from $27 - $75 / night
"Bullocksville, has Electric and non electric sites, for the most part, the electric sites are more level and developed."
"Tucked 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"
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $77 / night
"We got a non-electric site and in November is was in the 30's at night - pretty cold for tent camping! But we bundled up and made lots of fires!"
"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."
from $27 - $110 / night
"They are large and level with a concrete pad, water, sewer, and electrical hookups for both 30 and 50 amp."
"This is a surprisingly zen spot for what is basically a parking lot surrounded a pine plantation."
from $45 / night
"Our family loved this park and its amenities. The campground was nice but some of the sites are a little small so definitely pay attention to the camper length per individual site."
"They have boat rentals and a fishing pier. The camp sites are of nice size and are mostly well shaded. They have a large playground for the kids and the roads are good for bike riding ."
Available next weekend
from $37 - $384 / night
"Check out this new campground and make sure to post a review on the Dyrt with some photos of your trip."
from $50 / night
"Nice playground and pool area"
"Great service, price, and campground - stayed here on an in-transit night and was really happy with the forested feel, well maintained spot, and space. Will definitely be back!"
ScoutThis is a nice place to paddle board. They also have a really cool disk golf course that we just hiked. The staff are super friendly. Classic NC country folk. The restrooms have been redone and now there is a bank of individual shower/rest rooms. The only drawback is it's kind of a long uphill walk from the campsites on a gravel road.
RangerI've read reviews about noise levels and lack of privacy. But we experienced the opposite, at least at our campsite.
ScoutI don’t even know where to begin on how bad this place is. For the price, I was expecting a clean park with lots to do and nice staff…I got none of that. There’s no sewage hookups in most sites and no WiFi. Most sites are annual campers who live there and I don’t think by choice. Our neighbors a few sites down were using hardcore drugs in the open in front of children. Our site was so uneven and FILTHY, it was littered with an entire trash bag full of cigarette butts and beer cans. There’s nothing to do besides swim in a crowded, cloudy pool full of sloppy drunks or swim in the lake. We were given a packet full of insane rules, after being screamed at by a staff member at the entrance while we were trying to find someone to check in with. We went to the store during one of the very limited times they were open and got to listen to the staff there say horrifying things about guests…in front of my minor children. When we returned, we found two unsavory men going through our belongings. We hooked up and left with two days remaining. This homeless encampment they call a campground is disgusting, rude and unsafe. DO NOT GO!
GuideWe stayed here Memorial weekend 2026. We had a tent only site with no hook ups. It was site 48 which is the first site you come across when pulling into the campgrounds.
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. Looking at the other sites they were also on the smaller side and oddly shaped.
Easy access to the River Bank trail and Captain Staunton trail directly from the campsites. Great when you have kiddos that don't want to walk a ton.
Great views throughout of the Staunton River & Dan River. Lots of deer sightings in the morning and early evenings. Great activities with the rangers including a wagon wide through the park.
It was rainy during our stay so no chance to take advantage of the Dark Sky classification. When skys are clear they do have an astronomer that comes out on the weekends in the summer.
GuideWe stayed in the tent only section for Labor Day weekend in 2024. The tent sites were not very level and close together. They were entirely gravel.
The kiddos enjoyed the swimming beach and some of the play items built in. The slide and some other pieces had seen better days and needed a bit of a refresh.
We didn't have a chance to check out any trails, but plan to go back on the future.
GuideThis is a surprisingly zen spot for what is basically a parking lot surrounded a pine plantation. The community is very friendly and includes a lot of long-term residents, some of whom even have little veggie gardens. There's a lovely little pool and hot tub (unfortunately for the youth, they aren't allowed in the latter), a pool table, a grill, a little putt-putt golf course, and a nice dog park. There is also (at least on the women's side) a very nice universal access shower suite. And some of the spots come with sweet little gazebos to hang out in! I was permitted, with only a few hours notice, to arrive after office hours, for which I was very grateful.
GuideMedoc Mountain State Park campground has been recently renovated. All of the full hook up sites and primitive sites are spacious and well kept. We camped in site #26 which was level and spacious. The sites on the outside of the loop are pretty level. The bathrooms/showers are new, spacious, and clean. There is a great playground in walking distance. There are many hiking trails that start near the campground. None of them have amazing views, but they are nice and well marked. I enjoyed the Bluff View trail the most. We were able to hike 6 miles both days we were there. Added bonus: campground is close to I-95. The only drawback is the lack of a close grocery store. Dollar General is less than 5 miles away.
GuideBeautiful, small, newly renovated campground. Gorgeous bath house. A few sites are level but most aren’t. Quiet. Easy to get to from I-95.
LegendLots of trails, 2 boat launches and nice campground. We stay here every once in a while since it is so close and such a amazing state park.
Check out our video of all the sites.
https://youtu.be/g3tsJATaSis?si=3Cl29wwqTO1JF9FW
Cabin rentals near La Crosse, Virginia offer varying levels of amenities and access to Kerr Lake (also called Buggs Island Lake), a 50,000-acre reservoir that straddles the Virginia-North Carolina border with 800 miles of shoreline. The area sits at approximately 300 feet above sea level in Virginia's Piedmont region, where summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F with high humidity. Winter camping remains popular as temperatures rarely drop below freezing for extended periods.
Stargazing with telescopes: Staunton River State Park is recognized as an International Dark Sky Park where visitors can borrow telescopes at no charge. "The sky and stars were amazing! 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 one camper at Staunton River State Park Campground.
Kayaking and paddling: Multiple access points allow easy water entry for non-motorized boats. A visitor at Bullocksville Campground shared: "Great tent campsite close to water and boat launch on Kerr Lake. The shower rooms are very clean." Many campsites provide direct water access for launching kayaks and paddleboards.
Mountain biking: Trail systems extend throughout the region with varying difficulty levels. "Nice sites and great for mountain bikers," reports a camper at Medoc Mountain State Park, which features over 10 miles of trails through hardwood forests and along creek beds.
Private waterfront sites: Campsites with direct lake access allow for fishing from your campsite. "Limited sewer hook up. Some sites uneven. Pull through sites available. Staff was wonderful. Stocked camp store, small grill, but great food," notes a visitor at Thousand Trails Lake Gaston.
Clean facilities: Regularly maintained restrooms and showers rate highly among visitors. One camper at Medoc Mountain State Park Campground commented: "Clean restrooms, hot showers! Camp host and rangers are great! No cell service!"
Family amenities: Splash pads, swimming areas, and playgrounds keep children entertained. "We spent most of our free time at the splash pad. The kids loved that!" shares a Twin Lakes visitor, while another camper noted: "The swimming area is so amazing. Great area for the kids to enjoy a safe and fun swimming experience."
Site selection matters: Some campgrounds have challenging terrain with uneven sites. At Occoneechee State Park Campground, one camper advises: "Check out spaces 25-31, my personal faves. Since with these sites you're kind of out in the open, I wouldn't book these in the heat of the summer."
Supplies and provisions: Most cabin kitchens have basic equipment but may lack specific cooking implements. A market at Lake Gaston Americamps sells firewood bundles for $5 with delivery to your site, which is "below average for this area," according to a camper.
Seasonal considerations: Summer weekends book quickly, particularly lakefront cabins and sites. Water activities dominate summer months, while fall camping offers more solitude. "This campground is beautiful for fall camping," reports a Medoc Mountain visitor.
Water recreation options: Multiple swimming beaches, splash pads, and boat rentals available. "First time at the park and we enjoyed it. The little marina is awesome. Everyone is super helpful. There is a great snack bar & store," shares a visitor at Lake Gaston.
Educational opportunities: Ranger-led programs often focus on local wildlife and history. "While we were out there they had park personnel go over a few local birds of prey," notes a visitor at Twin Lakes State Park Campground.
Playground access: Several parks feature updated play equipment. "There is a large playground for the kids and the roads are good for bike riding," reports a Twin Lakes camper, making these campgrounds suitable for families with younger children.
Leveling challenges: Bring sufficient leveling blocks as some sites require significant adjustment. "Be prepared to level your camper. Some are a challenge to get your unit level," warns a camper at Lake Gaston Americamps.
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offer sewer hookups at individual sites. "Sites were nice and level with some having separate area for tent/camper and terrace for picnic table and fire ring," reports a Staunton River camper.
Road conditions: Interior roads vary in width and turning radius. A traveler at Carolina Crossroads noted: "We struggled turning down aisle D in our 42 ft 5th wheel. Despite it saying it was 60 ft, spot was still tight."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular cabin campsite near La Crosse, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near La Crosse, VA is Lake Gaston Americamps with a 4-star rating from 6 reviews.
What is the best site to find cabin camping near La Crosse, VA?
TheDyrt.com has all 14 cabin camping locations near La Crosse, VA, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
