Best Glamping near Lackey, VA

Chippokes State Park Campground provides elevated glamping experiences through yurt accommodations along the James River, offering a blend of comfort and natural immersion. Several glamping sites within a short drive of Lackey include Machicomoco State Park with glamping yurts that feature electricity, comfortable beds, and climate control. Both locations maintain well-spaced sites that provide privacy while still offering access to modern conveniences. Glamping accommodations typically include wooden floors, canvas walls, lockable doors, and furnished interiors that create a resort-like atmosphere without sacrificing connection to nature. Many sites provide picnic tables and fire rings alongside the upscale glamping structures. A recent visitor noted, "The sites are meticulously maintained with plenty of amenities that make glamping here feel luxurious while still maintaining the outdoor experience."

Williamsburg's safari tent options at Thousand Trails sit on wooden platforms with private decks overlooking natural settings. Guests enjoy hiking trails, water activities, and convenient proximity to historic attractions like Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown. First Landing State Park's eco-friendly glamping accommodations provide a sustainable retreat with solar lighting options and proximity to Virginia Beach. Kings Creek offers waterfront views where glamping structures are positioned for optimal sunset vistas over the York River. According to one camper, "The interpretive area was really fun to explore in the evening during golden hour and beyond. Great view of the sunset over the river." Most glamping sites in the region remain open from spring through fall, with some premium canvas accommodations available year-round with heating systems for cooler months.

Best Glamping Sites Near Lackey, Virginia (31)

    1. Chippokes State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Jamestown, VA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 294-3728

    "My son, furbaby, and I camped in their RV/tent site with easy access to their bathrooms which were spotless (and maintained multiple times a day) and warm!"

    "The access to the little beaches are short but moderately steep, especially with lots of beach gear or strollers. It also seems to get washed out so watch your steps."

    2. Anvil Campground

    19 Reviews
    Williamsburg, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 565-2300

    $46 - $235 / night

    "Super friendly staff! All sites provide 50/30/20 amp electric, water, cable and WiFi. Premium to standard include sewer. Big rig friendly, log cabins and cottages."

    "A little on the smaller side, but the staff are super helpful and friendly. We stayed in one of the premium sites."

    3. Kings Creek

    6 Reviews
    Lackey, VA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 887-7418

    "Sites: 19 tent  Grill, water, electric, picnic table, trash, showers, laundry, toilets, playground, golf course What a beautiful small spot sitting on the York River and along side."

    "There are still the remnant water and electric hookups available, and each site has plenty of grass for setting up tents, or you can set up on the cement pad."

    4. Chickahominy Riverfront Park

    19 Reviews
    Jamestown, VA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 258-5020

    "Maybe try fishing off the new pier or taking a bike ride on a nice long trail after visiting Jamestown or Colonial Williamsburg or Busch Gardens which are all within a very short driving distance!"

    "One secret goal was to experiment with different campfire food. We may campfire chili, biscuits and gravy, layered nachos, bacon egg and cheese English muffins, and omelettes."

    5. Machicomoco State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Millwood, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 642-2419

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Bathrooms and showers were great. Gravel pad. Full sun. Not a fan of the deep gravel around the fire pit and picnic area. Hard to walk in. Verizon 1-2 bars"

    "Machicomoco State Park is one of Virginia’s brand-new parks in a great location on the York River! All the facilities are new and very clean."

    6. First Landing State Park Campground

    119 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 412-2300

    $28 - $40 / night

    "Our family stayed at site 99 which is close to the bathhouse and camp host. It is also on one of the small roads that leads to a boardwalk to the beach."

    "The cottage is furnished, has a queen size bed and 2 sets of bunk beds; nice living room/dining room combo, full kitchen with dishes, pots, etc.; TV; fireplace; outside deck with grill; and screen porch"

    7. Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

    7 Reviews
    Newport News, VA
    12 miles
    +1 (757) 766-7627

    $15 - $30 / night

    "It each site has a grill, picnic table and a fire ring.  A couple of the sites have some drainage issues, but only after repeated heavy rains.   "

    "He’s awesome and treats everyone like they’re special :) The tent sites are clean, closely grouped, and the lights from the bathroom shine on them all night (so bring a sleep mask)."

    8. Thousand Trails Williamsburg

    10 Reviews
    Norge, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Every member of staff is very friendly and welcoming. It is a serene campground with beautiful walking trails."

    "Our first time with thousand islands We like it It has everything you need , full hook ups , laundry, indoor outdoor pool , mini golf…"

    9. Sandy Bottom Nature Park

    5 Reviews
    Newport News, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 825-4657

    $11 - $42 / night

    "Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites  4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake

     The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in."

    "The park is centrally located with easy highway access.  Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from.  The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful. "

    10. Kiptopeke State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    Townsend, VA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 331-2267

    $30 - $47 / night

    "We love staying in the yurts at Virginia State Parks because they are always an affordable, easy way to camping without having to set up a tent or spend the extra money for a cabin."

    "Situated along the Chesapeake Bay on the Eastern Shore, campers can participate in tons of water fun."

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Glamping Reviews near Lackey, VA

494 Reviews of 31 Lackey Campgrounds


  • Bridget H.
    Jul. 17, 2021

    First Landing State Park Campground

    Camping on the Chesapeake Bay

    Our family stayed at site 99 which is close to the bathhouse and camp host. It is also on one of the small roads that leads to a boardwalk to the beach. Thete are 4 boardwalks to the beach over the dunes so keep that in mind when booking your site. This is a pretty big campground and thereare many trees which are dense and it keeps a lot of the campsites private even though they may be close to each other. Some areas are more open with less privacy. The bathhouses are clean but not climate controlled in the summer so be ready for heat and humidity after showering. The staff, camp hosts, and rangers were allvery helpful. The campground is situated on the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach. We loved the beach here because we have six small grandkids and they could play in thewater without the worry of large waves and heavy tides. The park also has many awesome trails that you can walk or bike. Also, dogs are totally allowed on the beach as long as they are on a leash during any time of the day or night. There are no lifeguards on duty. There are many tent sites and e/w hook up sites. It definitely seemed to be tent heavy while we were there this time. We loved our stay here and have already booked a time to go back in April.

  • Mike F.
    Sep. 30, 2018

    Holiday Trav-L-Park

    The best

    This place has it all! Excellent sites, good access roads, plenty of bathrooms, beautifully tiled and modern, climate controlled environment in the bathrooms, nightly entertainment, shuttle stop right at the campground, excellent bike/hike path, wonderful gardens and artwork throughout the park, friendly staff for the most part. Just a great place to camp and enjoy and enjoy life!

  • T
    Jul. 19, 2019

    North Bayshore Campground

    Great place for enjoying the water!

    This is a small family oriented campground close to Sandbridge beach. They are located on a small waterway that leads to Back Bay. Good fishing and wonderful area to kayak or paddle board. You can even bring a boat. The bathhouse is clean, climate controlled , and never too busy. There’s a game room for relaxing or playing air hockey, pool, and fussball. The owners have corn hole available as well. There’s a small swimming pool in case you want to take a dip although due to excessive rain the week before our trip it was closed for cleanup. There’s a basketball court and small playground. This is a low lying area and standing water at some sites after heavy rains can be an issue. There are a few cabins to rent, pop ups and a bunkhouse camper as well as full and water/elec. hookup RV sites, waterfront sites and tent sites. We’ve stayed here several times and the owners and employees are always very welcoming and accommodating. Pets are allowed on leash and our dogs love it!

  • a
    Jul. 10, 2021

    Thousand Trails Virginia Landing

    Nice spot

    The campground seems a bit out of the way, but it’s in a great location if you want to get away from the more crowded parks nearby. The staff was extremely helpful and everything was clean. My only issue was not every spot had a fire pit, but other then that I highly recommend!

  • C
    Feb. 17, 2024

    Chickahominy Riverfront Park

    Lots to Do plus a Riverfront View!

    What could be better than camping and kayaking on a beautiful river? Maybe try fishing off the new pier or taking a bike ride on a nice long trail after visiting Jamestown or Colonial Williamsburg or Busch Gardens which are all within a very short driving distance! Or even a Ferry Ride across the river to a lovely waterside restaurant where you can experience delicious food and the most amazing sunsets! And no worries if you don’t have a tent or camper, because they have cozy yet roomy glamping tents available!We love camping at CRP! Everyone is always friendly and helpful! Facilities are always clean and well maintained. We have stayed in the spring as well as late summer without any problems. There is a camp store, two bath houses, and a convenient dump station. Playground and fenced pool. A boat ramp for motorized boats as well as a launch site for kayaks. Bring your own or rentals available. Looking forward to our next visit this Spring!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2022

    Sandy Bottom Nature Park

    Nature in the County

    Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites 

    4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake

     The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in. It is a short hike along the lake and placed a short distance from the trail so hikers will not be hiking through the sites. You have a sand bottom tent site, picnic table, fire ring/grill and trash. This is a beautiful 456 acre education and wildlife facility. Born from garbage dumps and it is great example of what can be achieved. This really is a great site.  There is an amazing nature center that overlooks Sandy Bottom Lake. Hiking, and biking trails, fishing, boating with boat rentals or bring your own, birding and wildlife viewing. 757-825-4657 

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2023

    Thousand Trails Virginia Landing

    Great Experience for Families with Kids

    Our family of five (Kids: 13, 10, 7) recently stayed at Virginia Landing, and it was an great experience overall, especially for families with kids. However, with some small park improvements visits could be enhanced. 

    The campground provided opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities that kept our kids entertained throughout our three night stay. The park is wide-open, which provided plenty of space for kids to roam and explore. Virginia Landing is located right on the shore and we felt perfectly comfortable allowing the kids to freely run around and engage in activities they don't typically (i.e. clamming, kite flying).

    The park had a spacious layout that allowed for easy RV maneuvering. Whether you're a seasoned RV enthusiast or a camper just starting out, you'll appreciate the space. All sites were  accessible and comfortable for campers.

    The campground staff was also helpful in guiding us to our site and providing any necessary assistance, making the whole process hassle-free.

    We believe a small playground and spruced up facilities would enhance the stay for families.

  • Becqui M.
    May. 16, 2019

    Holiday Trav-L-Park

    Huge!

    I've lived in this region for 3 decades and never knew this campground was here. It is absolutely humongous! They have about every accommodation you could ask for. You can rent sites for RVs or tents, you can rent cabins, campers, and even glamping tents! Something like 4 pools, mini golf, several bathhouses, named streets, a little store that has a little of everything, very nice staff, a restaurant, small social gatherings for adults and children alike. Oh yeah, did I mention the staff were wonderful??

  • C
    Jul. 31, 2019

    First Landing State Park Campground

    BACK TO NATURE

    I stayed in one of their cottages during October. The cottage is furnished, has a queen size bed and 2 sets of bunk beds; nice living room/dining room combo, full kitchen with dishes, pots, etc.; TV; fireplace; outside deck with grill; and screen porch. There is also a firepit for enjoying the relaxing fire and evening quiet. You have to bring your own firewood. There is a grocery store about 6 minutes away for convenience. Trails, access to the Chesapeake Bay, Spanish moss. manned Visitor Center, privacy and security.

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Guide to Lackey

Glamping sites near Lackey, Virginia stretch across the southern Virginia Peninsula where visitors find dense wooded camping areas and water access to the York and James Rivers. The region's temperate climate allows for camping from early spring through late fall, with summer temperatures averaging 85-90°F and high humidity. Many sites require advance booking during peak season from May through September when weekend availability becomes limited.

What to do

Kayaking through marshland: At Chippokes State Park Campground, watercraft enthusiasts can explore the James River and its tributary wetlands. "Definitely recommend following the river inland and kayaking through the marshland," notes Christina, who found the waterway systems ideal for paddling adventures.

Fossil hunting on beaches: Beaches along the waterways provide opportunities for unusual collectibles. At First Landing State Park Campground, visitors search the shoreline for natural treasures. "Hunt for sharks teeth on the beach. Pool is very clean," shares Danielle H., highlighting this unique activity available to campers.

Historical exploration: The region offers multiple historical sites within short driving distances of most campgrounds. The working farm at Chippokes provides historical context for visitors. "The still working farm and homes are a treasure of how life and farms ran back in the day and how they can survive into the future," explains Rose H.

Biking the Virginia Capital Trail: Chickahominy Riverfront Park connects directly to the paved Virginia Capital Trail, perfect for cyclists of all skill levels. "Also a great paved biking path that goes for a number of miles," notes John, who appreciated the accessibility of regional cycling routes from the campground.

What campers like

Accessible wildlife viewing: The extensive shoreline and wetland areas attract diverse wildlife. At Kings Creek, the natural setting supports various species. "Wild animals usually pass by often later in the evening, horses, deer, rabbits etc; sites are nice and big," reports Gabby B., highlighting the natural encounters possible.

Family-friendly facilities: Many glamping locations near Lackey feature amenities specifically designed for families with children. At Thousand Trails Williamsburg, one camper noted, "Many activities scheduled on the weekends. Lots of families camping. Indoor and outdoor pools. Decent spacing between sites," demonstrating the family-oriented atmosphere.

Fishing opportunities: Multiple waterfront access points provide fishing options throughout the area. The river and creek systems offer diverse catches. "I enjoyed the location and the thought of being on a military installations always give me a very safe and welcome feeling," mentions N I. at Kings Creek, who appreciated both the fishing and security.

Morning ferry rides: The free ferry service near Chippokes State Park creates a unique transportation experience. "About 5 miles away is the ferry to Williamsburg...its free and usually a highlight of the trip for the kids!" Philip S. shares, pointing out this distinctive regional feature.

What you should know

Train proximity at certain sites: Some glamping locations have railway lines nearby that may impact the noise level. At Anvil Campground, the train passes regularly. "The train that passes by is great for kids and you barely notice it," says Bryan S., offering a positive perspective on what could be considered a distraction.

Seasonal weather considerations: The Virginia Peninsula experiences significant heat and humidity during summer months. "We had a very hot stay. We stayed at campsite 13 which had wonderful shade in the late afternoon," reports Kaylee G. from Machicomoco State Park, indicating the importance of shade selection during warmer months.

Campsite spacing varies widely: Different glamping facilities offer varying levels of privacy between sites. "The sites are close but not on top of other campers, hiking trails, and full hookups including cable! You can't beat it for the price!" notes Kevin M. at Kings Creek, sharing his assessment of site spacing.

Military installation access: Some glamping locations operate on military bases with specific entry requirements. "It is located on a military base so access is limited to those with base access," explains Summer M. regarding Kings Creek, highlighting an important access consideration.

Tips for camping with families

Playground facilities: Multiple glamping locations offer dedicated play areas for children. At Sandy Bottom Nature Park, "We really loved the sandy playground. It is completely fenced in and has play equipment, hammocks and a zip line. The grandkids loved the zip line," shares Bridget H., describing the child-friendly amenities.

Swimming options: Pool facilities provide supervised water recreation at several locations. "Great Campground! We took 6 teenagers camping and they had a blast! Especially the pool!" writes Virginia B. about Chippokes State Park, emphasizing the appeal for older children.

Educational opportunities: Several sites offer nature centers with educational programming. "There is an amazing nature center that overlooks Sandy Bottom Lake," notes N I., pointing out opportunities for children to learn about local ecosystems.

Beach accessibility: Sites with beach access provide natural water play areas. "The water at the beaches is so shallow great for my son! It's a beautiful place!" shares Susan P. about Chippokes, highlighting the family-friendly shoreline.

Tips from RVers

Diverse hookup availability: RV campers will find varying levels of hookup services across the region. "Concrete pads on all of the sites, you weren't camping on top of other campers, hiking trails, and full hookups including cable!" Kevin M. writes about Kings Creek, noting the quality of the RV accommodations.

Site selection strategies: Many campgrounds feature significant variations between individual sites. "Arrive early to choose shady spots," advises Elizabeth N. about Kiptopeke State Park, suggesting a strategy for securing preferred locations.

Leveling considerations: Terrain varies significantly across glamping facilities near Lackey. "The sites are level and gravel. A picnic table, swing and fire pit," notes Barb S., providing practical information about the conditions at Anvil Campground.

Weather impact on facilities: Seasonal weather patterns may affect road conditions at some locations. "We've stayed here pretty often as it's only a few hours from home and near everything in Williamsburg, Virginia. The park is against the James river and theres easy access to the riverside," shares Philip S. about the convenient location of Chippokes State Park.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Lackey, VA is Chippokes State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 21 reviews.

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