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Best Tent Sites Near Morattico, VA (10)

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    1. Wisteria Beach Hideaway

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    Private secluded site only 1 mile from 2 separate remote beaches. This privative site is nestled in a grove of wisteria covered trees. Plenty of room for larger groups with access to close to 20 acres to walk.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    • Group

    $35 - $50 / night

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    3. Calvert Cliffs State Park Youth Group Camping

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    Youth Group Camping There are five youth group camping sites available and reservations are required. Youth Group passes are honored. Access to pit toilets, fire ring, and one 12 foot picnic table are provided with each site. (Available April-October) You can make reservations through parkreservations.maryland.gov or by calling 1-888-432-2267.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      4. Brewer’s Point Hike-in or Boat-in Primitive Campground — Belle Isle State Park

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      Brewer’s Point Hike-in or Boat-in Primitive Campground

      This campground offers year-round primitive hike-in or boat-in tent camping. Motor vehicle access to these sites is not permitted for any reason. Campers must arrive by boat or hike in (1.5 miles from the closest parking area).

      Four sites, six people maximum per site.

      Site 1 has an elevated tent platform and gravel pad with a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern post. Site 2 has a large gravel tent pad with a picnic table, fire pit and lantern post. Sites 3 and 4 each have their own tent pad but share a common area with one fire ring, two picnic tables, a lantern post and a clothesline. There is one pit toilet but no showers. There is no electricity or potable water. Campers must bring water for drinking and cooking.

      All camping equipment must be set up within the wooden borders. Check-in is 4 p.m., and check-out is 1 p.m. The park has a few canoes that may be rented overnight to access the campground. Weather conditions determine when these canoes are available for rent. Reserve one in advance by calling the park at 804-462-5030.

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      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets

      $15 - $18 / night

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      5. Caledon State Park

      5 Reviews
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      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
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      6. Endeavor Point

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      NOTE: THERE IS A 2 NIGHT MINIMUM FOR HOLIDAY WEEKENDS.

      Great place for fishing, camping, kayaking, lazy days on the beach grilling and hanging out with family and friends. Book family events on the beach. Come and explore the historic Benedict village. Join us at our Endeavor Point to enjoy simplicity and remarkable views of the Patuxent river. The Endeavor Point is located at the end of Mill Creek Road, offering breathtaking views of the Patuxent river, overlooking Golden Beach and St. Mary's County shoreline. Far enough for a serene retreat and yet just a few minutes drive to shops and restaurants in Prince Frederick or Charlotte Hall. Endeavor Point is a diamond in the rough. Come play, fish, relax, and have fun! Whether you’re in Maryland for a day, weekend stop or a week of touring, Endeavor Point is the perfect spot for bird watching, fishing, kayaking, camping, stargazing, or just enjoying a serene evening by the fire. Enjoy breathtaking views from each one of our 3 comfortable accommodations or from any of the campsites. Spacious outdoor area, rustic beach, long pier. Explore the Patuxent river or Mill Creek with our kayaks or paddle board, available for rent on site.

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      • Cabins
      • Standard (Tent/RV)

      $45 - $65 / night

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      7. Matoaka Beach Cabins

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      Matoaka is a privately owned and operated bay-front getaway in Calvert County, Maryland. The facility is nestled quietly on the west shore of the Chesapeake Bay with hundreds of feet of bay views and a one third of a mile private sandy beach for visitor access.

      The property's many acres are primarily wooded with fields and a winding dirt lane which brings visitors to the main grounds. The main grounds boast beautiful views of the bay, sunrises, and easy access to the beach. The cabins back up to a bamboo forest and overlook the bay.

      Cabin Rentals: April 15 to November 1

      Check in between 3-8pm - Check out by 11 am

      Dogs are not permitted

      All cabins have their own kitchen with fridge, propane stove, microwave & basket style coffeemaker.

      Bathrooms have stall showers, flush toilets and sink.

      Grills are for charcoal cooking only, no wood fires please.

      Cabins are not furnished with bedding, towels nor kitchen utencils, etc.

      Please remember to bring: Bedding, towels, kitchen items, paper products, soap and charcoal for the grill.

      Area Info:

      Grocery stores are located about 10 minute drive away in both Prince Frederick (north) and Lusby (south).

      Nearby Restaurants -

      Gateway Seafood Restaurant & Lounge, Port Republic, MD (Take out & Dine-in)

      Fredy's Woodfire Pizza, Prince Frederick, MD (Delivery Available)

      Happy Buddha, Saint Leonard, MD (Take out)

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      • Dispersed
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      8. Carter's Cove Campground

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      • Pets
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        9. Pax River Hog Point Campgrounds — Naval Airstation (Nas) Patuxent River

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        Overview

        Visitors eligible for reservations at this location are limited to Active Duty, Reservists, Retired Military, Unremarried Widow, Veterans and Department of Defense employees. Learn more about eligible visitors and access to this military base recreation site. A variety of recreational programs and facilities await you and your family at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, located just 55 miles south of Washington D.C. Situated at the confluence of the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay, this is an area rich in both American and Navy history and natural beauty. Part of the legacy of Southern Maryland may be found in the spacious, natural campsite areas aboard the installation. Hogs Point Campsites are nestled in the woods between the Chesapeake Bay and Patuxent River and are just a few walking steps for fishing and crabbing.

        Recreation

        Water lovers will find that NAS Patuxent River strectches across approximately 12 miles of shoreline offering locations to launch kayaks, stand up paddle boards, motor and sail boats, places for fishing and crabbing as well as areas for the beach lovers.______ Bicyclists will find a 10 mile paved loop within the installation as well as designated bike trails.__ MWR also has a Golf Course, Outdoor Pool, Marina, Theater, Community Recreation Office, Auto Hobby Shop and Fitness Center.

        Facilities

        Water lovers will find that NAS Patuxent River strectches across approximately 12 miles of shoreline offering locations to launch kayaks, stand up paddle boards, motor and sail boats, places for fishing and crabbing as well as areas for the beach lovers.______ Bicyclists will find a 10 mile paved loop within the installation as well as designated bike trails.__ MWR also has a Golf Course, Outdoor Pool, Marina, Theater, Community Recreation Office, Auto Hobby Shop and Fitness Center.

        Natural Features

        NAS Patuxent River Hogs Point Campground is located where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Patuxent River, offering the best views for sunrises.__

        contact_info

        This location is staffed. Please call (301) 342-3573 to speak with local staff.

        Nearby Attractions

        Historic St. Mary's City__ Patuxent River Air Museum Historic Sotterly__ St. Clement's Island Point Lookout State Park Solomon's Island Navy Recreation Center Solomons__

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        $30 / night

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          10. Waterfront View on Leoni Island @ South Kings Camping

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          $50 - $80 / night


        Recent Tent Reviews In Morattico

        372 Reviews of 10 Morattico Campgrounds


        • Frank B.
          Camper-submitted photo from Machicomoco State Park
          Sep. 16, 2024

          Machicomoco State Park

          Great Camping Experience at Machicomoco!

          I was visiting the Yorktown battlefield the next morning so I chose to camp here for the first time.  The facilities are nice and modern, and the environment is quiet.  Just what I was looking for.

        • pThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 6, 2024

          Cherrystone Family Camping Resort

          Labor Day weekend camping

          Great spot for families. A lot of activities for everyone. The adult pool was very nice and clean. My son and his wife kayaked and had a great time. Cape Charles is a quaint town for shopping and is only 10 min away. Only issue we had were the kids on bikes riding in front of the golf cart and cars. No parental supervision. Very scary and unsafe. Other than that it was a great trip and we will be back.

        • Valenica A.
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          Sep. 5, 2024

          Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

          Frequent Policing for Black People

          I arrived at the location and, within 10 minutes, police officers showed up to monitor me, despite my behavior being no different from that of others around me. The next morning, I returned and, once again, within 10 minutes, the police were called to watch me. I plan to document these incidents and file a formal complaint, but I want to warn other Black individuals to exercise caution when visiting this place. I'm unsure whether the issue lies with the organization itself or if it's the Bethel campers falsely reporting my actions, but it’s striking that simply walking to decompress has led to repeated police presence. I plan to document each experience, timing my arrival and the police arrival and then look into why I believe I'm being racially profiled. While this isn't blatant racism, it sure aligns with interpersonal racism is much harder to detect if there isn't a pattern and you know how it operates.

        • Kaylee G.
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          Jul. 23, 2024

          Machicomoco State Park

          Very Sunny

          We had a very hot stay. We stayed at campsite 13 which had wonderful shade in the late afternoon. Be prepared with a wagon to transport items from your car to your campsite if choosing the no water/electric sites. Short walk from parking to sites. 

          The interpretive area was really fun to explore in the evening during golden hour and beyond. Great view of the sunset over the river.

        • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jun. 20, 2024

          Chippokes Plantation State Park

          Great park for cultural and natural history

          Chippokes State Park is located on the grounds of an old historic plantation, actually one if the original plantations in the area dating back to the 1600’s. The land grant was huge, and as a state park now it provides a rich opportunity to learn about the James River, the natural and indigenous history of the region, the settlement history and role of this plantation in Virginia History, and more. Visiting here provides hiking opportunities to learn about fossils along the river shore, the temperate forest in the woods, and history around the old plantation. Taking the ferry across the river from Jamestown to get here was part of the adventure too. There is a nature center and visitor center that provides lots of info and programs near the river , a network of easy park roads for biking, and the plantation itself, set back further away from the river, provides a wealth of learning, including about the history of crops and trade in this area, and about the lives of the slaves who worked the plantation. The grounds right around the plantation are, in fact, a memorial to the hundreds of souls who lived and worked the land here. It was an amazing learning experience to come to the park, and the options to stay over in the park include standard campsites in a wooded campground, or cabins. The campground has all the usual state park amenities, and was very quiet when we were there in November—so late fall is a great time to come, as the fall weather was amazing

        • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jun. 19, 2024

          Military Park Cheatham Annex / Yorktown Naval Weapons Station RV Campground

          Camping in the middle if “The Historic Triangle”

          This is an amazing recreational campground for military families and retirees that is located right on the York River between Williamsburg and Yorktown. It is immediately adjacent to the Colonial Parkway for easy access to historic Jamestown as well, making for a great base for exploring the historic sites and state and national parks of the area. There are several Navy Bases in the area, so this is an easy retreat for active duty folks, but also open to uniformed service personnel or retirees and families from all over the country.

          The campground is multi-faceted. There is everything for everyone—camper cabins (some dog friendly and some handicapped accessible) as well as an RV park with hookups as needed, and also standard tent sites as well as primitive tent cents. The various camping areas surround a central recreational area that includes golf course, playground and swimming pool, but there are also wooded hiking trails, two lakes with rowboats and kayaks and fishing, as well as shoreline and piers on the York River itself. The RV campground has a nice central bath house with showers snd toilets as well as laundry facilities. There is a small convenience store as well as a cafe if needed, but you are so close to Williamsburg and its myriad cafes and shops that you have amazing options! We have stayed here several times now, in fall and spring, and it was a great home base for exploring the whole “historic triangle

        • Heather H.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jun. 11, 2024

          Westmoreland State Park

          Great with the littles

          Stayed one night in our camper van, walked down to fossil beach which was the perfect amount of hiking for a two year old, great playground with plenty of other kids, camp store is well stocked and had decent hours. Our site was right next to bathrooms which was also great with the kids but we didnt hear or smell them. Cleanest campground bathrooms we've ever seen. Gravel parking and pebbles in the picnic table area, which my 2 year old enjoyed and my 9 month old tried his hardest to ingest. Loved it, would def go back.

        • Mallory H.
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          Apr. 2, 2024

          Westmoreland State Park

          Quick Stay

          While we only camped here for one night, we enjoyed the park from check in to checkout!

          Since we tent camp our site was dry and had no amenities but there were full hook up sites available. Our site was nestled in with the full hook up sites so it was as far away from the bathrooms as possible, not a big deal just something to note.

          Since we visited in March, the trees did not have much foliage so the sites were more exposed than I tend to prefer and lots of the campers around left their outside RV lights on all night.

          Being in campground A, we were only a short walk to the trail leading to fossil beach which was beautiful!

        • C
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          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!

        • allison W.
          Camper-submitted photo from Endeavor Point
          Feb. 3, 2024

          Endeavor Point

          Better as a day spot?

          We spent part of Labor Day weekend here, and there was almost nobody else there. The second night, one other pair of campers showed up. I found it super strange that more people didn’t take advantage of a campground on the river with availability. That said, there were a bunch of people who came in and used the cabins and invited large extended families during the day. They played loud music and had kids running all over the place, very festive atmosphere. It kind of felt like it was more appropriate for that kind of use. The camping areas were all on the lawn, and the owners were a bit uptight about which site we could choose (despite there being ample availability, and the person on the phone telling me that all sites were first come first serve). Just felt strange. We did enjoy taking evening walks through the town to the restaurant/bar on the water, but that was literally the only thing to do unless you have a fishing/crabbing license.

        • BThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Nov. 6, 2023

          Chickahominy Riverfront Park

          Riverfront Park, boat ramp and camping.

          Its a nice park right on the river, sites are a little close but not bad with mostly full hookups. Easy access to bike trail that runs from Richmond to williamsburg, passing many plantations and farms,forrest, etc along the way. The bike path runs seperate from the roads, but is blacktoped for easy riding. They also have canoe, kayak rentals, a nice pool in summer, beautiful views off the bluff of the river as well as a trailered boat launch.

        • Tristan S.
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          Oct. 25, 2023

          Rockahock Campgrounds & Resort RV Park

          Unethical Customer Service/Management

          Booked a lot on September 21, 2023 for November 1st. I received an email for the confirmation of the deposit. I called on October 25, 2023 to cancel the reservation as we were no longer going to be in the state at the time of the reservation. I spoke with the customer service lady who told me she would speak with the manager, Becky. They then called to tell me per the cancellation policy they sent me in the confirmation email that it was a forfeiture of the deposit. I had Becky send me the email as I could not find it while driving. The original email they sent versus the “refurbished” email Becky sent state two completely different things. I have called around 20 times and no one will answer. I have emailed the original email to show where the cancellation policy has been reworded. I have left voicemails and no response. I’m out of $250. Hopefully I can save other people from giving these frauds any money with this review. You have been warned.

        • Katie The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Cross Rip Camp
          Oct. 15, 2023

          Cross Rip Camp

          Great campground

          Came with a group and we had 2 campsites and one cabin. Layout was great. Water views from all sites. Cabin patio was a lifesaver with the rain. Owners were awesome and helpful

        • Diane R.
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          Oct. 15, 2023

          Chippokes Plantation State Park

          Old Ameture

          Personally, I spent my Birthday week 09-13 October there. I had a wonderful experience for my first time car camping. I would've preferred not having noisy camp neighbors but I guess it was to be expected. So happy that I invested in a tent that survived a rainy night with flying colors. It was a training run to get myself accustomed to the many insects that frayed my nerves. I would return though and the next time should be a lot easier on this old woman and her old husband. 😁

        • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 26, 2023

          Military Park Fort AP Hill Champs Camp RV Park

          The Good; the Bad; and the Ugly

          The Good: easy reservations and check in; hard surface sites; sites mostly level; showers and bathrooms are super clean; laundry facility is clean. The Bad: limited cell service (StarLink or similar is your best option) no campfires at sites; not much for kids to do (I don’t travel with them); sometimes you hear military field training going on (live ranges, helicopters, and ospreys - but I don’t mind); must have proper government ID to access post. The Ugly: hunting season can get a little crowded. Summary: I will be back.

        • patricia S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Endeavor Point
          Sep. 17, 2023

          Endeavor Point

          No vengas aquí: Policía del parque hoy, policía de inmigración mañana

          Lo primero es lo primero: soy unávido pescador y cangrejero. Tengo licencias para DC, Md y Va. Llevo más de 4 años viniendo a Tide Mill Resort, ahora llamado Endeavor Point. Aquí no ha cambiado mucho, excepto el propietario. El muelle todavía necesita reparación o está en necesidad, muchos pierden tablas, grandes pilones están dañados y todavía no hay barandillas de seguridad, por mencionar algunos. Conocía al dueño anterior y ahora a los dueños actuales.¡Que diferencia! El propietario anterior también era unávido deportista acuático que sabía todo sobre pesca, pesca de cangrejos y cualquier deporte acuático relacionado. Los actuales propietarios son 100% lo contrario. No saben nada sobre pesca o pesca de cangrejos y esperan que"no quieran que pesques demasiados". El propietario anterior permitió a sus clientes/invitados que pagaban pescar y hacer cangrejos a voluntad(por supuesto, todo dentro de los límites legales). Los actuales propietarios intentan restringir e intimidar a sus clientes. Durante los años que llevo viniendo aquí, nunca me han dicho cuántos cangrejos o peces puedo conservar. Ahora, los propietarios actuales tienen un límite de dos docenas de cangrejos, independientemente de tener una licencia en Maryland que diga que se pueden pescar hasta un bushel. Para empeorar las cosas, se apresuran a llamar a la policía del parque o a los guardas de juegos de sus clientes si creen que usted ha excedido sus límites personales. Esto es una locura. Debido a que los propietarios ignoran las leyes que rigen la pesca y la pesca de cangrejos, se indignan cuando aquellos de nosotros que las conocemos intentamos educarlos. Para mí, este asunto se volvió personal. Uno de los dueños mintió y dijo que estaba pescando tantos cangrejos porque los estaba“vendiendo”. Esa fue una mentira descarada. Escuche, si pudiera comer cangrejos todos los días, lo haría. Los amo mucho y mi esposo también. Por cierto, la mayoría de la gente que viene aquí son españoles, asiáticos y negros. Seamos realistas, llaman a la policía del parque con tanta frecuencia que es sólo cuestión de tiempo antes de que estos“nuevos propietarios” comiencen a llamar también a la policía de inmigración.

        • patricia S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Endeavor Point
          Sep. 17, 2023

          Endeavor Point

          Don't come here: Unreasonable, irrational, judgmental owners

          Don't Come Here: Park Police today, Immigration Police tomorrow

          First things first, I am an avid fisherman and crabber. I have licenses for DC, Md and Va. I’ve been coming to Tide Mill Resort, now called Endeavor Point for more than 4 years. Much hasn't changed here, except the owner. The pier is still  in need or repair, many lose boards, massive damaged pylons and still no security rails, to state a few. I knew the previous owner and now the present owners. What a difference! The past owner was also an avid watersport man who knew all about fishing, crabbing and any related water sport. The present owners are 100% the opposite. They know nothing about fishing or crabbing expect they“ don’t want you to catch too many.” The past owner allowed his paying customers/guest(s) to fish and crab at will,(of course all within legal limits). The present owners try to restrict and intimated their customers. Over the years of coming here, I’ve never been told how many crabs or fish I can keep. Now, the present owners have a 2-dozen limit on crabs regardless of having a license in Maryland that says you can catch up to a bushel. To make matters worse, they are quick to call the park police/games wardens on its customers if they believe you have exceeded their personal limits. This is insane. Because the owners are ignorant about the laws governing fishing and crabbing, they get incensed when those of us in the know, try to educate them. For me, this matter turned personal. One of the owners lied and said I was catching so many crabs because I was “selling” them. That was a blatant lie. Listen, If I could eat crabs everyday, I would. I love them that much and so does my husband. By the way, the majority of the people coming here are Spanish, Asian and Black. Let’s face it, they call the park police so frequently that  it’s only a matter of time before these “new owners” start calling the immigration police as well.

        • K
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          Sep. 11, 2023

          Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

          Great for Families

          We tent camped here over Labor Day weekend as our first family camping trip, and we all had such a good time! Our boys (8, 6, & 4) had so much fun on the big playground and paddle boating. Ask for Bill! 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). But for $10/night with full bathrooms, sink to wash dishes in, and laundry? Worth the lights! Will definitely stay here again.

        • SThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Newport News Park
          Sep. 3, 2023

          Newport News Park

          Local Getaway

          My 6 year old daughter and I stayed for two nights. It was her first Daddy/Daughter camp trip and she had a great time.

          Reservations/Check In/Check Out:

          • All were flawless.

          -Staff was friendly and efficient.

          • Cost typical for State Park.

          Camp Site:

          • We tent camped fyi.
          • Beautiful shaded site overlooking the lake.
          • A fair amount of litter was on the site from previous campers. We cleaned every piece we could find though.
          • Power and water on site.
          • We were at site 116. For the life of me, I couldn’t find a very level spot for the tent, but we made do.
          • Grill leaned awkwardly to one side.
          • Fire area not well defined.
          • Traffic and Train noise took a bit getting used to.
          • Issues aside, I would still return for a repeat trip.

          Amenities:

          • Bathrooms weren’t very clean.
          • Store was surprisingly reasonable $ for most essentials.
          • Bike trail was fun.
          • My daughter enjoyed the playground.

          Overall:

          • A nice park close to many attractions.
          • A good place to get away without really getting away (if that makes sense).
          • The good outweighs the bad.
        • Austin H.
          Camper-submitted photo from Chickahominy Riverfront Park
          Sep. 1, 2023

          Chickahominy Riverfront Park

          Nice stay

          Has full hookup 30 amp 50 amp fresh water dump station sewage hookup they had construction on the dock so couldn't do much fishing service is spotty with T-Mobile home Internet

        • Shanna S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Janes Island State Park
          Aug. 15, 2023

          Janes Island State Park

          Wonderful getaway!

          We chose Janes Island for our first camping trip as a couple and we had such a beautiful weekend!

          The camp store employee was incredibly sweet and helpful. It was well stocked and even had a little wildlife museum.

          Our tent site was away the main loops, which was great for privacy and quiet, close to the bath house, and faced the canal. Made for a gorgeous sunset!!

          The bugs, mostly flies, were a bit much and I would expect that to be worse as the temperatures increases. I think that this is the experience of waterfront camping.

          Overall, the park is beautiful, peaceful and clean. We really enjoyed our time here and will come back!

        • Janet P.
          Camper-submitted photo from Seaside View Recreation Park
          Jul. 28, 2023

          Seaside View Recreation Park

          Not ready ..

          It’s a very small campground, looks like 99% of the people live here. Also, looks like they’re trying to do some very nice renovations. But they are really not up for customers. No pool, but they do have a pier that looks nice. We needed a place to stay for the night so we stayed. I don’t think they have any accommodations at all bathrooms or showers. Joy was very nice. 

        • Janet P.
          Camper-submitted photo from Take It Easy Campground
          Jul. 28, 2023

          Take It Easy Campground

          👎

          Campground is mostly people that live there,and what few sites they had you had to squeeze into our between people that have the Homestead set up. The office was nice but the campground was not and the people were not welcoming. The only thing I can say is it look like it had a nice pool. We drove around to pick a spot and fast decided we did not want to stay here. Sorry everyone have a good day. 



        Guide to Morattico

        Camping near Morattico, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for a quiet retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

        What to do

        • Explore Fossil Beach: A short hike from Westmoreland State Park Campground leads to Fossil Beach, where you can hunt for fossils. One visitor mentioned, "We were only a short walk to the trail leading to fossil beach which was beautiful!"
        • Visit Historic Sites: The area is rich in history, with attractions like Colonial Williamsburg just a short drive away from Williamsburg Campground. A camper noted, "The location cannot be beat. You can be at Colonial Williamsburg within 15 minutes."
        • Enjoy Water Activities: Many campgrounds, like Chesapeake Bay RV Resort, offer access to water activities. One reviewer said, "This is a nice park... Very clean quiet at night. This is a huge campground and lots to see and do."

        What campers like

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Anvil Campground remarked, "They have the cleanest bathrooms and showers I’ve ever come across in a campground."
        • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds are known for their welcoming atmosphere. A reviewer at Bethpage Camp-Resort said, "The staff checks you in and you get your paperwork... Everyone staff member we met was as nice as could be!"
        • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Williamsburg RV and Camping Resort offer plenty of activities for kids. One parent shared, "There are many activities scheduled on the weekends. Lots of families camping."

        What you should know

        • Train Noise: Some campgrounds, such as Ed Allen's Campground and Cottages, are near train tracks. A camper mentioned, "You are right next to the train tracks so if you are a light sleeper you will hear those trains throughout the night."
        • Crowded on Holidays: Popular spots like Bethpage Camp-Resort can get packed during holiday weekends. One visitor warned, "Be warned on a holiday weekend you’re packed in like sardines."
        • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have spotty cell service. A reviewer at Belle Isle State Park Campground noted, "Almost no cell service to speak of, but that’s the beauty of going to a place like this."

        Tips for camping with families

        • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like pools and playgrounds. A parent at American Heritage RV Park said, "Nice pool and clean bathrooms. Sites are blacktop with concrete patio pads."
        • Pack Bug Spray: Mosquitoes can be a problem, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Belle Isle State Park Campground advised, "Bring some bug spray to fend off the voracious mosquitoes."
        • Check for Events: Many campgrounds have scheduled activities. A camper at Thousand Trails Williamsburg mentioned, "There are many activities scheduled on the weekends."

        Tips from RVers

        • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A reviewer at American Heritage RV Park said, "The site was perfectly level, clean and well maintained."
        • Be Mindful of Space: Some campgrounds have tight spots. A visitor at Anvil Campground noted, "Spaces are tight but you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor."
        • Check Amenities: Make sure the campground has the amenities you need, like electric hookups. A camper at Williamsburg Campground shared, "The power was stable and the water pressure was good."

        Camping near Morattico, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors.

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