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Several glamping options dot the Eastern Shore near Onancock, Virginia, including Kiptopeke State Park's waterfront yurts and Sun Outdoors Cape Charles' premium glamping tents. The Thousand Trails Virginia Landing campground offers cabin glamping with comfortable beds, private decks, and full bathrooms, while Jellystone Park Chincoteague Island features climate-controlled glamping units with kitchenettes. Most accommodations include electricity, furnished living spaces, and outdoor fire pits or grills. Chincoteague Bay Trails End Campground Resort provides glamping yurts with water views. Nearby Janes Island State Park in Maryland offers waterfront glamping cabins with enhanced amenities beyond traditional camping. A recent visitor mentioned, "The scenery is amazing, especially at dusk and dawn, and the staff is very kind and helpful."
Waterfront locations create exceptional settings for these luxury camping experiences, with many sites providing direct access to Chesapeake Bay or Atlantic Ocean views. Kiptopeke State Park's glamping accommodations allow easy access to kayaking, fishing, and bird watching along protected shorelines. At Virginia Landing, guests can enjoy crabbing directly from the property, with one reviewer noting, "My kids loved catching tiny crabs in the mud every night." Seasonal availability varies by location, with most glamping sites operating from April through October, though some remain open year-round. The region's unique coastal environment provides opportunities for wildlife viewing, stargazing, and water activities. Several glamping locations offer sunset viewing decks, guided nature walks, and easy access to nearby attractions including Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, Assateague Island, and historic Cape Charles.
"Not a lot of hiking trails in the park, but there are plenty nearby."
"Our site was right across the the bathroom facilities which was great for us because it’s difficult to shower in a 20’ rv. So we utilized the bathroom facilities a lot."
from $21 - $87 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
"BUT we do pick them based on the outdoor activities we can do from the campground itself via bike riding or walking. Since we don’t bring a car location is very important to us."
"I was impressed with the kind and courteous staff. The bath houses were sparkling clean. Proximity to the beach and the quaint town of Chincoteague. Shout out to Pico Taqueria!!!"
"Quiet hours don’t start until 11pm and quiet time isn’t really enforced by the employees. It wasn’t terrible but we would have preferred a little less noise."
"Amenities include multiple pools, large fishing docks, beach area, large well-stocked campstore, restaurant, fresh produce stand, activities, great for kids and adults."
"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."
from $32 - $459 / night
Check Availability"Our site in Deer Run had electric and was plenty large and level for our teardrop camper. The bathroom was spotless and shower stalls had all you would wish for, with seating and sufficient hooks."
"No on site shelter. The pit toilets are normal camp pit toilets, however a real lid over the holes would be nice. Having the canoe/kayak rental on site is great."
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"The bathrooms and cabins must have been new, or at least just renovated. The bathroom was almost like showering at a spa! Stainless steel, wood paneling, very clean."
"Caddy corner from the bath house, but not so close to be disturbing, & it was very clean w/ nice hot water showers & spacious adjacent changing area with bench & lots of hooks to hang towel"
from $19 - $71 / night
Check Availability"Trails end has gate with campground I.d. or sticker access."
"We had the luxury of staying in the " Cottage" which was very upscale lol"
"If you want peace & quiet & to wake up to water birds fishing in the pond on site, come here! Bath house was clean & had plenty of hot water. We’ll definitely be back!"
"The owners and staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Nice quiet campground. Make sure you go down and visit their black swans. Like love to come over and talk to you."
from $45 - $70 / night
Check Availability"The two areas are right across the river from each other, but it’s about a 20-minute drive, since you have to drive up and around the river.** **The site was very large, level, and heavily shaded by loblolly"
"The cabins have AC and face the river as do 3 RV electric hookup sites. There are other electric sites but not all sites have electric."
from $19 - $25 / night
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GuideThe 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!
GuideWow, stayed on this place en route up the East Coast and I was amazed! The bathrooms and cabins must have been new, or at least just renovated. The bathroom was almost like showering at a spa! Stainless steel, wood paneling, very clean. The cabins included ac/heater, ceiling fan, nice bed padding, and plastic chairs/table. The site also included a picnic table and fire pit. Pet friendly as we stayed with our golden retriever with a great view of the river. This campsite is a must stay, especially for glampers and probably a good choice for those who love ac/heating!
GuideOur 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.
RangerWe don’t always pick campgrounds for their spacious sites and scenic views. BUT we do pick them based on the outdoor activities we can do from the campground itself via bike riding or walking. Since we don’t bring a car location is very important to us.
This private campground is in a fantastic location. Waking distance to stores, water slide park, kayaking, fishing/crabbing from bridges and Biking distance to Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge & Assateague Island National Seashore . There is even a complimentary trolley that will take you to the beach during the “in season”.
You can rent kayaks and bikes from this resort. There is a pool, jumping pillow, and playground. The water park adjacent cost an additional fee. They have 3 day passes and after 3pm packages. (You May also get a discount from KOA front desk)
The campground- tight and efficient with a lot of options for staying here from little cabins safari style tent cabins, rental Rv’s, grassy tent area to full hook up rv sites. We had a premium RV site and since we were here off season in late April- the campground was not super busy. Just expect that you will be in very close proximity of your neighbors and it will be loud and boisterous in the evening. Our solution?? Hike and Bike all day so you are exhausted. That way after dinner and a couple of glasses of wine... you really don’t care.
We came here specifically to experience the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague Island VA National Seashore and the parks did not disappoint. We biked and hiked the the parks but you can easily enjoy a lot of the sites via car. Just know that pets are NOT allowed. There are Ubers in this area. Here is a link to the trail and park map.
https://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/Region_5/NWRS/South_Zone/Chincoteague_Complex/Chincoteague/Chincoteague%20Refuge%20Trail%20Map%20(1).pdf
There is a fee of $10 per car for 7 day pass. Bikers and Pedestrians get in free. (The fee gets you into both parks).
Happy Camping! Pamela and Keith
LegendNote: There are two separate areas of this park: Shad Landing, in Snow Hill, and Milburn Landing, in Pocomoke City. Shad Landing is the main area of the park, and contains the camp store, marina, multiple camping loops, swimming pool, etc. The two areas are right across the river from each other, but it’s about a 20-minute drive, since you have to drive up and around the river.
The site was very large, level, and heavily shaded by loblolly pines. Nice open-ish area to the side and behind the site, where we were able to hang our hammocks and clothesline. The pines provided great shade, but little privacy between sites. The campground itself was very pretty and well laid out, but most sites were a little too close together for my taste. I really did enjoy our particular site, but it was a bit too far from the bath house for those traveling with little kids. Camping loop also has a partial view of the river, and is steps away from the Nassawango Pavilion and tire playground (which was great for us, because we were holding our family reunion in said pavilion). One note: the loop road is nicely flat and paved, but very tight and winding, with lots of trees right next to it. Be prepared for a multi-point turn to back into your site!
Bath house was large and extremely clean; renovated within the last year. Two large shower stalls; one was a handicapped stall with the detachable shower head, which was great for showering my toddler off. Water was nice and hot, and pressure was strong. I’m assuming they had well water, as i could feel the slight “sliminess” of a water softener. There was also a nice, large dishwashing sink on the outside. Nearby pavilion and tire playground were very clean and well-maintained, with a beautiful view of the Pocomoke River. Nice dock for fishing and boat launch. This seems to be the more “quiet” side of the park; if you’re looking for more on-site activities and amenities, head over to Shad Landing.
There is a ton to do within an hour’s drive! Ocean City, Salisbury Zoo, Historic Berlin, Assateague, Wallops Island, you name it. A great base camp from which to explore all Delmarva has to offer.
Overall, we really enjoyed this park, and the setting couldn’t be more beautiful. If we were to return, we would probably camp on the Shad Landing side, as it has more amenities right there, and the campsites over there seemed more private and wooded than those at Milburn.
LegendThis was our first time staying in a yurt at Kiptopeake State Park. 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. The ones at here are $75/night. This one was awesome! It is hidden down a long walkway from the parking area and is very secluded. The one we stayed in, Yurt 4, only has neighbors on one side. It comes with two picnic tables, a water spigot, fire pit, grill, a big deck around the yurt with rocking chairs, and a refreshing breeze coming off the bay. Unfortunately, the way the yurt is situated, none of that breeze gets inside the yurt and it was very hot inside. Especially if staying here in the summer, I would suggest bringing some fans or a portable a/c for a more comfortable nights sleep. The bathrooms are farther away than I would like with little kids. You have to walk through to the tent campground loop to get to them. Even with a couple negative things about it, I think this is the way to stay here at Kiptopeake and I am already planning our next yurt trip here for next year!
Love this park so much! The beach is amazing. This time we discovered the dog-friendly beach, which was less crowded than the main one. I always like to go out and watch the sunset over the bay, it is magical!
GuideI definitely had the best site on the block! Caddy corner from the bath house, but not so close to be disturbing, & it was very clean w/ nice hot water showers & spacious adjacent changing area with bench & lots of hooks to hang towel, clothes, etc. Well kept site with built up flat tent pad, (down side is limit 2 tents & must be on pad when there was plenty of room for several tents without an RV. ). Nice long picnic table with benches, fire ring is a safe distance from tent pad. There is a fish cleaning station w/ hook & all, for any who want to fish in the park lake. Can rent canoes/kayaks & there is a pool that I think has a lifeguard. Friends had a much smaller site next to mine & on the other side of them were our friends with a huge RV w/ pull outs, where we had plenty of room for twenty to cook breakfast & dinner, gather round the fire for s'mores & lounge in camp chairs & still had room for most of the tour bikes in "the driveway". Other friends had sites peppered around the loop and all said they were comfortable. A little spooky Thurs. night for this woman to camp alone before more campers arrived Fri, but all-in-all a nice place to camp in a forest with a lake that is far enough away , but not too far, from Berlin, Assateague Island, & Ocean City, MD. Best to have what you need before you get there because the camp store was closed & stores are not close enough to run out for toothpaste.
Guide-Positives-
Sites are spacious! Golf cart rentals Pool is incredible for all ages. Employees are super friendly. 50amp & 30amp hookup. Sewer is in 2 locations for each site. WiFi available. Multiple kids playgrounds. Ice cream shop. Sheriff monitoring the whole facility.
-Negatives-
Roads are tight. Golf carts were difficult to reserve. Golf carts were only available for pickup at 1/2pm the day of your rental(Kind of a waste)
Cannot wait to return here!
ScoutHas such potential but is very tight. Sites are one on top of the other. We were at the primitive tent site and that was extremely crowded. The sites are not assigned so it is pretty much a free for all. Campers drag benches and fire pits wherever they want which leaves some sites with no fire pit or campers hunting for benches. We were only there one night so we didn't waste time looking for a fire pit- just did without one. Would be nice if they marked off sites so that people were not right on top of you. Should also secure benches and fire pits so each site has one. Was very chaotic compared to state ran campgrounds- even for a holiday weekend. Someone showed up at 2am and setup camp right next to us. We woke up and they were sitting there looking into our tent. We just packed up and left. Gave it 3 stars because the water-park tickets are a great value and the location is awesome. Bathrooms were also in good shape- could have been cleaner but because the site was so crowded it was near impossible for staff to clean them often enough.
The Eastern Shore of Virginia offers unique camping experiences 30-40 miles east of Onancock. With an average elevation of 10-15 feet above sea level and a maritime climate, this coastal region experiences moderate temperatures year-round, making it ideal for yurt camping and outdoor activities. Campers at several parks near Onancock can expect daily water and salt marsh views with easy access to both Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean attractions.
Wildlife viewing at dawn/dusk: Janes Island State Park provides excellent opportunities for bird watching and wildlife observation. "We kayaked north to Snow Hill, Md, south to Milburn Landing, west up Nassawango Creek, and Corkers Creek at the campsite. All these kayak trails are wonderful! Plenty to see, no bugs, no mosquitoes..some biting flies if you go into the lily pad areas," writes Cindy S. at Pocomoke River State Park.
Kayaking through water trails: The region offers extensive paddle routes through marshes and tidal waters. "Janes Island State Park has well-marked kayaking trails. Normally you can rent kayaks from the park, but since they were closed, we used Kayak Crisfield. Kayak Crisfield met us at the marina with all the paperwork and made it an easy alternative," notes Sean F. about Janes Island State Park.
Crabbing from docks and shorelines: Multiple campgrounds offer access to crabbing spots without equipment rentals. "We loved this campground. We were in site 317 with full hookups. We missed the shade a lot, but the evening breeze off the bay made up for it. The sunset over the old pier is breathtaking. I hope they rebuild the pier. My kids loved catching tiny crabs in the mud every night," shares Angelica K. from Thousand Trails Virginia Landing.
Clean, updated bathhouses: Many campgrounds have invested in comfortable facilities. "The bathrooms were nicer than my bath at home and sparkling clean. Staff was amazingly pleasant and helpful. The campground was quiet and peaceful," reports Kristen D. from Janes Island.
Affordable alternatives to resort camping: Some sites offer substantial savings compared to premium locations. "We love it here. Come back year after year. Large sites. Staff bends over backwards (let us borrow a length of water hose when ours was too short by a couple feet). They make you feel like family. Great access to heart of Chincoteague and easily 30-50% cheaper than big name parks on island," explains Tim S. about Pine Grove Campground.
Seasonal yurt camping options: Yurt accommodations near Onancock provide a glamping experience with varying levels of amenities. At Chincoteague Bay Trails End Campground Resort, "Trails end has gate with campground I.D. or sticker access. There are bath houses, laundromat, country store, restaurant, meeting building with free wifi, pool park, boat ramp, and 2 docks, electric hook up (contact ANEC) water hook up," according to Jerry D.
Insect considerations: The marshland environment can present challenges during peak summer months. "We were worried before arriving because other reviewers complained about the bugs. We were there mid July and the bugs weren't bad at all, a few mosquito bites, and the biting flies were kept at bay by cutter," notes Kristen D. from Janes Island State Park.
Seasonal operations: Many facilities have limited access during off-season months. "We have a blast every time we come here. The bathrooms are clean and updated. There is plenty to do. Pool, beach, fishing, boat rentals, golf, paddle boats, bike rentals, and crabbing. They also have a snack shack that steams crabs, and a restaurant on site if you don't feel like cooking," explains Melissa P. about Sun Outdoors Cape Charles.
Distance to supplies: Some campgrounds are relatively remote. "This place is very isolated, make sure you have everything you need, it's a 30 minute drive to the Walmart," advises Sean R. from Thousand Trails Virginia Landing.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "This 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," reports Jason G. from Thousand Trails Virginia Landing.
Educational ranger programs: Check schedules for nature programming. "When not blocked by pandemic proposals, the nature center is a hub of educational activity and some great ranger programs. The park can get crowded fast. The eastern shore gets busy quick, even on the weekdays," shares Bill G. about Shad Landing.
Off-season yurt camping: For families seeking yurt accommodations near Onancock, Virginia, consider timing. "This is a great campground where we'll return. I knocked one star off just for the size and closeness of the sites but the rest of the experience was fantastic," notes Sean F. about Janes Island State Park.
Site selection for shade: Mature trees provide cooling during summer months. "Nice park. 1st two rows of sites have almost ZERO tree cover. 1st row not very level sites. Not quite as spacious/spread out sites as other state parks, but it's on the bay! Tent sites are wooded, no rvs allowed," warns Ashley I. about Kiptopeke State Park Campground.
Hookup limitations: Check utility availability before booking. "Been here several times. 30 amp service available on Acorn Trail and Deer Run. Now water or sewer hookups but there is a dump station at park entrance with a water fillup spot. The river is great for fishing, kayaking, and boating," explains Jason B. about Shad Landing.
Maneuvering challenges: Some parks have tight access roads. "Camping loop also has a partial view of the river, and is steps away from the Nassawango Pavilion and tire playground. One note: the loop road is nicely flat and paved, but very tight and winding, with lots of trees right next to it. Be prepared for a multi-point turn to back into your site!" cautions Jen V. about Milburn Landing.
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