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Best Campgrounds near Nokesville, VA

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Camping options near Nokesville, Virginia range from developed campgrounds to RV parks within a 30-mile radius. Bull Run Regional Park in Centreville provides year-round camping with tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations. Prince William Forest Park, located in Triangle, offers two distinct camping areas—Oak Ridge Campground with tent and RV sites open from March through October, and Prince William Forest RV Campground with electric hookups and sewer connections for recreational vehicles.

Reservations are recommended for most established campgrounds in the region, particularly during summer weekends and holidays when facilities reach capacity. Many campgrounds maintain seasonal operations, with Oak Ridge Campground closing from November through February. Pohick Bay Regional Park and Lake Fairfax Campground provide water access for boating activities, while Burke Lake Park features hiking trails around its namesake lake. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage at campgrounds closer to urban centers. Road access to most sites accommodates standard vehicles without requiring high-clearance or four-wheel drive. As one visitor noted about Burke Lake Park, "BLP has a great lake for fishing and boat rentals, a paved path to walk around the lake (about 5 miles) and a fantastic playground."

Campers frequently mention the convenience of camping near Washington DC while still enjoying natural surroundings. Several campgrounds in the region feature clean facilities and well-maintained grounds, though site spacing varies considerably. Bull Run Regional Park and Pohick Bay Campground receive positive reviews for their amenities and proximity to urban attractions. Sites at Burke Lake Park are described as "oddly shaped" with grills positioned close to neighboring campsites, creating a more social camping environment. Prince William Forest Park appeals to those seeking a nature getaway within an hour of Washington DC, though some visitors note the campground's proximity to main roads. The region's campgrounds generally provide good access to hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and other outdoor recreation.

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Best Camping Sites Near Nokesville, Virginia (121)

    1. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $43 - $100 / night

    "We have lived in northern Virginia for over 30 years and never been to this campground until this month! Very nice campground with friendly staff and friendly campground hosts."

    "History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."

    2. Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 221-7181

    $26 / night

    "Showers are in loop B, which is a 5-7 minute walk. During holiday weekends the sites closest to the shower facilities are fully booked and have less privacy."

    "The Oak Ridge campgrounds at Prince William Forest Park are a lovely little campground just outside Washington DC. The sites were large, the facilities are clean and the staff friendly and helpful."

    3. Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    17 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    14 miles
    +1 (703) 221-2474

    "Adjacent to Prince William Forest, near shops and restaurants, and less than an hour away from Washington, DC. Good nature getaway from the city."

    "Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located."

    4. Pohick Bay Campground

    39 Reviews
    Lorton, VA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 339-6104

    $37 - $170 / night

    "We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."

    "Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers."

    5. Burke Lake Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Burke, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 323-6600

    "We stayed Burke lake campground for one night last week. It was very peaceful place. The whole camp ground was very clean and well kept."

    "This was my second time going Burke Lake and it was just as enjoyable as the first."

    6. Lake Fairfax Campground

    25 Reviews
    Reston, VA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 471-5414

    $30 - $70 / night

    "If you are looking for camping in Fairfax County Virginia, this is it, because there are only a couple to choose from."

    "We set up our tent in the far side of the campground close to the lake ( site 27). It is slightly slant but still comfortable in the tent. Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."

    7. Rappahannock River Campground

    11 Reviews
    Sumerduck, VA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 212-0343

    "Great for a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle. Very relaxing"

    "We paid our fee, which was only around $15, and then another $5 for a bunch of firewood. The Firewood was a bit wet and didn't work out, but hey, beggars can't be choosers."

    8. Greenville Farm Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Catharpin, VA
    13 miles
    +1 (703) 754-7944

    $60 / night

    "Trails, creek, pool, fishing ponds (back end), batheooms, etc, great rates. No firewood- need to bring your own."

    9. Leesylvania State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 730-8205

    $15 - $18 / night

    "Close to me so theres nothing new"

    "Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."

    10. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."

    "Our site had the AT running right behind it. The was plenty of access to trails, and pretty central to the park. The campground is near showers, laundry, campstore, and visitor center."

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  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders

    Awesome views on the Potomac

    Very cool spot. Amazing sites right on the Potomac. There is a Ale House above the office that delivers for free to your site (2.5 miles away), just tip the driver

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Quiet, lots of room

    This is a National Park campground so there are no hookups! Generators are allowed during designated hours. (Please don’t bring one.) Hot shower, bathrooms and laundry are available. Camp store with basics. The sites are large, some are not level but are workable. Lots of wildlife. Near trails.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Aquia Pines Campground

    Good stopover near the highway but hidden between the trees

    We where forced land-inwards because of tropical storm Erin (potential hurricane hitting the Outer Banks). So we decided to visit Washington DC and had a stopover here. It was conveniently located. Terrain is not flat but our spot was well levelled. There is a big dog (and an older gentleman) in the office to welcome you. Full hook up was oké and our spot was nicly secluded between the trees.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    KOA Luray RV Resort

    Just turned into a KOA?

    Wright next to the Luray caves and near the starting point of the Skyline drive. Nice, quietly located camping, surrounded by fields. You have all the necessary amenities that you would expect on a KOA camping. (I think they just now became KOA, last month it was still the big skies camping). There is a small but nice swimmingpool. Fun; lots of fireflies (in the right seasons?)

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views

    Very clean and Nice Views

    Very clean campground with super friendly staff. I really enjoyed my time here.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Christopher Run Campground

    Very big, a little rough- no internet

    This is a big campground that caters to boaters on Lake Anna. We probably made a mistake coming on a holiday weekend. Many “holiday” campers with extra vehicles, boats and people! The sites are good size, but not very level. We did finally get ours squared away. Mostly wooded, with shade. Our site D9, backed up to a small wooded section. Some full hookups. Tent sites, numerous semi-permanent people. Showers and bathrooms are clean, hot water, but it’s timed, so you have to keep pushing their buttons to continue a shower. They have everyone sign a waiver to release them of liabilities. Never had anyone do that before. Playground, beach, mini golf, canoe rental, boat slips, laundry, convenience store. NO INTERNET

  • Lindsay C.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Little Fort Campground

    Nice secluded campsite

    There are 9 campsites, each with at least one fire ring, a tent pad and a picnic table, and there is a vault toilet in the middle. I arrive at 7:30pm on a Saturday in late August and thought I might be too late to get a spot but there were only two other groups there so I had my pick of most of the sites. 

    Overall it's a nice secluded spot, although I had a couple of complaints. The picnic tables at most of the sites had seen better days and I'm not sure if I would have wanted to sit at them if I had stayed at the site for any meals. Also, I could hear some cars drive by and some dogs barking while I was trying to sleep, which was a bit disruptive. Otherwise, I would recommend this campsite. 

    Note: this page says that Verizon has limited service but I have a Verizon prepaid plan and I had no service at all starting from about 20 minutes away from the site, so I wouldn't count on having any reception.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    A World Away Farm LLC

    Great folks. Inexpensive for full hookup.

    They have a farm with chickens, ducks, horses etc for our 7 yr old to enjoy. She got to feed the chickens, gather eggs and offer carrots to the beautiful horses. Wonderful people ❤️. We will be back next year.

  • Erin W.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Nice for a quick weekend

    This campground is nice for a quick weekend and does have pretty trails next to the campground. The sites are largely in more of a meadow and not many are very wooded. Our site, 41, was level and nicely spaced from other sites but many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant. There is a waterpark that is an extra cost which is fun for kids. Bathrooms are well maintained and huge.

Guide to Nokesville

Camping near Nokesville, Virginia, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can enjoy nature while having access to amenities that make your stay comfortable.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails right from your campsite. At Big Meadows Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "We went and did several hikes, including Dark Hollow Falls," making it clear that the hiking options are plentiful.
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground is a great spot. One camper said, "Hiking, fishing, breathtaking views, tons to do in the area!"
  • Stargazing: Many campgrounds, like Mathews Arm Campground, offer clear skies perfect for stargazing. A visitor noted, "Honestly this place is pretty tough to beat in terms of facilities, value, and proximity to a lot of beautiful and fun national park hikes and sights."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Greenbrier State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "The bath houses & sites are always clean, camp hosts are friendly and park rangers are present and helpful."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A visitor at Lewis Mountain Campground mentioned, "We liked this campground so much, smallness and setting, we almost cancelled our next reservation to stay here."
  • Proximity to Attractions: Campgrounds like Cherry Hill Park are close to Washington, D.C. One camper shared, "We stayed a week at Cherry Hill and it had everything we needed for visiting DC."

What you should know:

  • First-Come, First-Serve: Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. At Lewis Mountain Campground, a camper advised, "Get here early. I arrived at about 1:00 pm on a Tuesday, and got the last (worst) site."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mathews Arm Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers. A visitor noted, "No electricity or hookups at Matthew’s Arm, and no cell service."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for potential noise from nearby roads or other campers. One camper at Bull Run Regional Park said, "This place is absolutely the most horrific noisy place is like sleeping on the side of the highway."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Pohick Bay Campground, a reviewer mentioned, "The kids loved the man-made beach and park."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep the little ones happy. One camper at Greenbrier State Park Campground noted, "The park includes excellent amenities for the picnic and day-use person as well as the camper."
  • Plan Short Hikes: Opt for shorter trails that are suitable for young children. A visitor at Westmoreland State Park Campground said, "Great playground with plenty of other kids."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA mentioned, "The sites were so unlevel, close together, and the whole infrastructure in need of repair."
  • Use Leveling Blocks: Bring leveling blocks to help stabilize your RV. One reviewer at Harpers Ferry KOA said, "Our site was so unlevel that I was not able to get the RV leveled the entire weekend."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can get loud, especially on weekends. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground noted, "The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet."

Camping near Nokesville, Virginia, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Nokesville, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Nokesville, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 121 campgrounds and RV parks near Nokesville, VA and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Nokesville, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Nokesville, VA is Bull Run Regional Park with a 4-star rating from 42 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Nokesville, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Nokesville, VA.

What parks are near Nokesville, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Nokesville, VA that allow camping, notably Prince William Forest Park and George Washington Memorial Parkway.

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