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Best Campgrounds near Montross, VA

412 Reviews

Montross, Virginia offers multiple established campgrounds along the Potomac River with a diverse range of camping options. Westmoreland State Park Campground serves as the primary developed campground in the area, featuring tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, yurts, and glamping accommodations approximately 2 miles east of downtown Montross. Belle Isle State Park Campground, located 24 miles south, provides additional camping opportunities with tent, RV, and cabin options. Other nearby mixed-use campgrounds include Harbor View RV and Camping Resort, Big Timber Campground, and Naylor's Beach Campground, offering various levels of amenities and waterfront access.

Most campgrounds in the region operate year-round with Westmoreland State Park maintaining consistent availability, while others like Harbor View operate seasonally from April through October. Full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are common at the larger established campgrounds, though tent-only areas with more primitive amenities exist at Caledon State Park. A recent review noted, "Westmoreland is always nice to hike around (Fossil Beach) and Montross is a cute little town. Very family-friendly activities for Halloween!" Campers should be aware that weekend popularity can impact availability, particularly during summer months when waterfront areas experience higher demand.

The campground experience in the Montross area centers around water access and natural features. Potomac River frontage and beach areas represent significant draws for campers, with Fossil Beach at Westmoreland State Park frequently mentioned in reviews for its unique shark tooth hunting opportunities. Several visitors highlighted the wooded settings and trail access as key features of their camping experience. One camper remarked, "The park is very nice and has some good hiking trails. When COVID wasn't happening they had a pool that was open and pretty big." Campground amenities vary widely, with most developed sites offering clean bathhouses, picnic tables, and fire rings. Site spacing receives generally positive mentions, with multiple reviews noting privacy between campsites at Westmoreland State Park and other nearby camping areas.

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Best Camping Sites Near Montross, Virginia (74)

    1. Westmoreland State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Montross, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 493-8821

    "Westmoreland is always nice to hike around (Fossil Beach) and Montross is a cute little town.

    Very family-friendly activities for Halloween!!!

    Clean bath houses, many wooded sites."

    "The sites we have stayed at have all been super clean and close to bathrooms and water. They include a fire ring, picnic table and a hook for your trash. The bathrooms are clean and have hot showers."

    2. Thousand Trails Harbor View

    7 Reviews
    Colonial Beach, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "All the sites are very shady, which certainly comes in handy in the Virginia heat. They are also very close together--our slide was almost touching our neighbor's slide."

    "Nearby Colonial Beach is a cute area that has nice waterfront access. We also loved going to Westmoreland park which was practically next door to Harbor View. Great trails and fossil beach was fun."

    3. Naylor's Beach Campground Inc

    2 Reviews
    Tappahannock, VA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 333-3951

    $40 - $50 / night

    "There is a gravel road for bikes and very rural paved road outside we rode bikes back and forth on. No fire pits ring so bring your own or idk what you would do otherwise? There was a picnic table."

    4. Point Lookout State Park - Temporarily Closed

    29 Reviews
    Scotland, MD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 872-5688

    $21 - $50 / night

    "The trail wasn't under any tree cover either so be prepared to bake in the sun in you walk it. The museum was till closed because of covid, I guess."

    "You can choose a spot on the marsh and over the water and there’s you will see your neighbors, but we choose to stay tucked into the back where there are full hookups."

    5. Big Timber Campground

    2 Reviews
    Rollins Fork, VA
    17 miles
    +1 (540) 775-9630

    6. Belle Isle State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Morattico, VA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 462-5030

    "Nice get-away from it all campground. Level sites, farmland all around. Well maintained, quiet campground."

    "I had some family members camping here, and took a quick day trip just to look around and take a couple of small hikes, and to use the dump station."

    7. Monroe Bay Marina and Campground

    1 Review
    Colonial Beach, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 224-7418

    8. Take It Easy Campground

    3 Reviews
    Callaway, MD
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 994-0494

    $55 / night

    "There is a large park area close to office with large trees and a playground."

    9. Dennis Point Marina and Campground

    1 Review
    Callaway, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 994-2288

    $50 - $999 / night

    10. Caledon State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    King George, VA
    24 miles
    Website

    "Caledon was an amazing adventure that’s so close to Fredericksburg. It’s a nice 3 mile hike to the campsite which is right by the Potomac river! They have porta Johns and a pavilion close by."

    "Porta pottie right next to wood pile. You’re not supposed to setup anything outside of the “tent pads”. I had a hammock hung and three rangers saw but didn’t say anything."

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  • 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.

  • C
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Grey's Point Camp

    Good park with alot of area!

    Went for a long weekend. Everyone was friendly from entry of the gate, to the store to the grounds guys! Quite a bit to do here. Wish the playgrounds had a bit more for the younger children but it kept them occupied! Fishing didn’t get us much but not the campgrounds fault! Higher Water temps and jellyfish when we were there most likely kept them away. Would return again!

  • G
    Jul. 5, 2025

    Ware Creek Wildlife Management Area

    Take advantage of your local wildlife areas

    Got here late as the sun was going down. Camped in the RAV4. Will explore the area in the morning.

  • Edward S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA

    Small and quiet

    We stayed here for one night for our travel home. Not far off i95, plenty of signage telling you where to go.

    Once here it's tucked away nicely away from everything, sites feel spacious enough and mostly level on their own.

    Pool facility looks clean and good size for all to enjoy. With a playground right next to it and a small mining operation for the kiddos.

    Will likely be back to explore the area more!

  • Nick E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 4, 2025

    Thousand Trails Chesapeake Bay

    Another stay at Chesapeake

    Love this campground. Great people and staff, well maintained sites. T-mobile gateway internet sucks here, but Starlink works well from the site we are in. Level sites and they all have full hookups.

  • MARY H.
    May. 21, 2025

    American Heritage RV Park

    Nice RV park

    What a nice RV park with 138 sites mostly pull thru’s with full hookups 30/50amps just minutes off the highway I-64. Our site was very nice site#10, a leveled concrete site with room to park our towed vehicle while still attached to our Motor Home. We also had a level concrete patio with a picnic table. Very well kept and very clean with grass between sites. Lots to do-pickleball, playground, volleyball mini golf, two nature trails and a nice-sized pool. Our Wi-Fi and cable were very adequate and easy to connect to the internet. Very convenient to Williamsburg, with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby. We had site pull thru.

  • Daryl L.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 18, 2025

    Thousand Trails Williamsburg

    Williamsburg VA

    Great camp ground with a lot of interesting sites to visit in the area.

  • Genie W.
    Apr. 26, 2025

    R & D Family Campground

    Sparta Pines Family R V Park

    We are winter residents having spent our first time this past year. We found the new owners and management very accommodating. Lot fee is reasonable. We found it quiet, pet friendly,and wooded off-road location. Looking forward to returning in the fall.

Guide to Montross

Camping near Montross, Virginia, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly campgrounds to serene spots for RVers, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do

  • Explore Nature Trails: Many campgrounds, like Westmoreland State Park Campground, have great walking trails. One visitor mentioned, “The whole place seems very well taken care of, with a camp store, visitor center, and discovery/education center for kids.”
  • Visit Fossil Beach: At Westmoreland State Park Campground, you can hike to Fossil Beach, which is perfect for fossil hunting. A camper shared, “We quickly headed out to Fossil Beach to take the autumnal trail down to the beach for fossil hunting.”
  • Canoeing Adventures: Janes Island State Park Campground is known for its beautiful canoe trails. One happy camper said, “The Canoe trails are absolutely beautiful and the horizon seems to go on endlessly.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground noted, “The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One reviewer at Lake Anna State Park Campground said, “The staff, maintenance, & volunteers were all very helpful & friendly.”
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having enough space to set up their tents or RVs. A camper at Bull Run Regional Park remarked, “The site was clean and well kept.”

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Pohick Bay Campground complained, “This place is so noisy with these helicopters that fly 24/7.”
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A visitor at Oak Ridge Campground mentioned, “The campground is nice, beautiful, shaded, but not private.”
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Lake Anna State Park Campground advised, “We weren’t excited about being so close to so many people.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. One parent at Westmoreland State Park Campground said, “Great playground with plenty of other kids.”
  • Plan for Activities: Bring bikes or canoes for family fun. A camper at Janes Island State Park Campground noted, “The sunset paddle was AMAZING!”
  • Pack Snacks: Keep plenty of snacks on hand for the kids. A family at Williamsburg Campground enjoyed “eating lots of fun camp snacks.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA mentioned, “The most convenient campground in proximity to Kings Dominion.”
  • Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups for convenience. A camper at Lake Anna State Park Campground said, “They have a wide selection of ways to camp.”
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Bring tarps or canopies in case of rain. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground advised, “Some spots appeared flooded but ours was not.”

Camping near Montross, Virginia, offers a mix of fun, relaxation, and adventure for everyone. Whether you're with family or exploring solo, there's a perfect spot waiting for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Montross, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Montross, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 74 campgrounds and RV parks near Montross, VA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Montross, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Montross, VA is Westmoreland State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Montross, VA.

What parks are near Montross, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Montross, VA that allow camping, notably Fort Washington Park and George Washington Memorial Parkway.

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