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Americamps RV Resort in Ashland welcomes pets with well-maintained grounds and designated pet areas. The campground features a designated dog park and pet walking service, rare amenities for camping facilities in the region. Both tent campers and RV owners can bring their dogs, with pets allowed at all site types including full-hookup RV sites. Campground staff provide dog treats at check-in, and the office often has resident dogs that greet visitors. The camp store stocks essential pet supplies for campers who may have forgotten items. Most guests report the property as exceptionally clean and well-maintained for traveling with animals, with accessible pet waste stations throughout the grounds.
Richmond North-Kings Dominion KOA offers pet-friendly sites within walking distance of their dog exercise area. This campground maintains level, spacious sites with grassy areas ideal for setting up pet enclosures or tying out dogs on leads. Powhatan State Park Campground and Pocahontas State Park Campground both permit dogs on leashes no longer than 6 feet throughout the camping areas and on designated trails. Each location enforces quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, with enforcement of pet policies to ensure all campers enjoy their stay. Weather considerations remain important when camping with pets near Mechanicsville, with summer heat often requiring extra water provisions and morning or evening exercise schedules for dogs to avoid the midday temperatures.
"They even installed maintenance equipment at the entrance of each new trail so you can make minor adjustments without carrying your own equipment."
"Largest State Park in Virginia - nearly 8,000 acres. We stayed two nights and paddled around Swift Creek Lake on Sunday. The staff was amazing."
from $37 - $459 / night
Check Availability"There are some paved spots near the entrance (7-10 and 15-19 plus VIP 1 & 2). Fire pits and wood for $6 upon request. Nice office with two small dogs to greet you and a jar of dog treats."
"A host guides you to your site and assist you in positioning if needed. The campground is gated and you are provided a gate code. We stayed on site D-08 on this visit."
from $67 / night
Check Availability"Nice location. Next to King’s Dominion."
"Location is right next to Kings Dominion amusement park. Staff was very friendly!"
from $30 / night
Check Availability"It is quiet and always clean, pet and family friendly. Trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. And if that’s not enough, you can go down to the river and fish, kayak/canoe or go boating."
"The park has lots of trails, miles of open meadows, and James River access. Great park for bicycling."
from $16 - $97 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $30 / night
"They have a cute little park that was perfect for my 3 and 5 year old, a big pond for fishing, and it’s such a pretty area if you’d like to go for a nice walk as well, they were all super nice and all"
"There is a huge lake to go fishing, great restuarant nearby, the campground had a barbeque dinner for everyone. Lots of trails to walk. "
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"We found it quiet, pet friendly,and wooded off-road location. Looking forward to returning in the fall."
"We chose one without a bathroom, and the bathhouse was a very short walk. They have plenty of recreational activities for the kids. The staff was friendly and helpful."
"roasted s’mores. the general store was fully stocked. the pool and water park area were my daughter’s favorite. they had big jumpy things for the kids, an out door movie theater and a nice playground. our dog"
"Huge grass area to walk the dogs or hit golf balls. Trails lead to hidden docks or beaches on the river. Full hook up. We hit Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens from here."
"There is a nice bike/running path, (the Virginia Capital Trail-51 Miles from Jamestown to Shiplock Park) a playground, pool & splash pad, fishing pier, and group sites."
TravelerThis is the first time we have camped at this Thousand Trails RV Resort and we were pleasantly surprised. Beautiful campground that is well maintained. This campground is very family oriented and offers an abundance of activities for children and adults alike. It is also pet friendly and offers a dog park for your furry friends. We will definitely be back!!
GuideBeautiful recently renovated family owned/run campground since 1954. 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. Only campground to provide shuttle service to area attractions, events and restaurants. Pet friendly. Features: beach park, dog park, nature trails, play grounds, corn hole, tiki toss, arcade..... Beautiful new bath house. Discount tickets to attractions available. Reservations recommended, deposit required.
TravelerNice size spots. 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.
RangerEnjoyed my corner pull-through site F2 even though it was gravel with some muddy spots. There are some paved spots near the entrance (7-10 and 15-19 plus VIP 1 & 2). Fire pits and wood for $6 upon request. Nice office with two small dogs to greet you and a jar of dog treats. Was decked out for Halloween during my stay, and the flower beds, pond, playground, basketball court and dog park were among the nicest. There is even an on-site dog walker, so dog people will really appreciate staying here. I noticed one side of the park (around site 22) is very noisy during the work day as there is a big lumber yard there. The proximity to the Great Outdoors and a couple of cute pub houses was a nice surprise. Recycling dumpster on site.
ScoutThe cabin we stayed in was very nice. It had a very large back deck with a picnic table. We chose one without a bathroom, and the bathhouse was a very short walk. They have plenty of recreational activities for the kids. The staff was friendly and helpful. The playgrounds and pool were very clean, and the store had everything we needed. It is a very short drive off the highway and an easy commute to all of Williamsburg’s attractions. My only complaint is that my dogs typically travel everywhere with me, but I was not allowed to bring them on this trip because pit bulls are the ONLY breed they don’t allow on the campgrounds. However, if you have other breeds there is a very small dog park for them to run around and play. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay at other KOAs when the dogs are not with us.
ScoutWe’ve got a little 20 acre hobby farm. This historic property has gently rolling hills, with a little creek amidst a couple acres of cleared, open, secluded woodland perfect for pitching a tent and listening to nature. Fields in the back lend a great view for star gazing and looking up at the Milky Way. If the peace and quiet isn’t enough for you, there are pet goats, cats, a dog, and chickens that all love attention. Guests are more than welcome to help in the garden, pick flowers, and enjoy fresh produce and eggs while they’re here. Located 5 minutes from the James River, guests can hop over to the boat landing for fishing, swimming and boating or check out Blanton and Pleasants, a community staple. If you’re a hiker, there’s a state forest and state park just a short 15 minute drive west.
Guidethis was our first trip in our travel trailer, so we didn’t know what to expect. the campground was very clean, we constantly saw crew keeping it up. we had a campfire and roasted s’mores. the general store was fully stocked. the pool and water park area were my daughter’s favorite. they had big jumpy things for the kids, an out door movie theater and a nice playground. our dog enjoyed the dog park.
LegendOne of the best campgrounds we’ve stayed at. It’s our first experience with a KOA, and so far impressed. The whole campground is shady, and while some sites appear pretty on top of one another most, including ours, are are standard. Great amenities, including a pool and a small splash pad. The jumping pillows are awesome for the kids. The only criticisms are that the dog park is very small, and the sewer hook up for our site is nearly above the outlet (although this seems site specific). We are in Williamsburg a lot and will definitely be back.
GuideWe stayed during the covid pandemic when things were just starting to open back up, so the play grounds weren’t available. The bathrooms are clean and the laundry facility is a plus. They also have a dog park which we used a ton. Most spots are shaded and there are paved and gravel roads. The spaces are very snug so forget privacy when they’re busy, but at the time we were the only ones on our little road. The store is super pricey, but overall a good campground.
Americamps RV Resort features dedicated pet amenities and dog-friendly policies throughout the 78-acre property. Pet owners appreciate the on-site dog park where dogs can exercise off-leash, with one guest noting the availability of dog treats at check-in. All camping styles accommodate pets, including the five tent sites with water and electric hookups, full-hookup RV sites, and select cabin accommodations. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with some campers mentioning that the streetlights near tent sites can be quite bright at night. The campground maintains immaculate facilities including clean bathhouses and well-manicured grounds, making it comfortable for both pets and their owners.
The Richmond area campgrounds offer varied pet-friendly experiences with different amenities for dogs. Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA provides convenient access to the theme park with a free shuttle service while still accommodating pets at campsites. Nearby Pocahontas State Park Campground and Powhatan State Park both allow pets on trails and at campsites with proper leashing. Tent campers with dogs should consider selecting raised platform sites at some locations which provide better drainage during rainy conditions. Most campgrounds enforce standard pet policies including leash requirements, waste cleanup responsibilities, and limits on barking during quiet hours. The combination of wooded surroundings and pet amenities makes these locations practical options for campers traveling with four-legged companions throughout the year.
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