2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Kiptopeke State Park Campground offers camping options near the Chesapeake Bay, but lacks dedicated horse facilities. None of the campgrounds in the Onemo, Virginia area data set feature horse corrals, equestrian campsites, or horse-specific amenities. Kiptopeke specifically has "NO horse-corral" listed among its features, making it unsuitable for equestrian camping. The park's tent, RV, cabin, yurt and glamping accommodations support various camping styles, but none are configured for travelers with horses.
Equestrians seeking horse-friendly campgrounds near Onemo must look beyond the immediate area. The data indicates Chippokes State Park Campground and Chesapeake Campground also lack horse corrals and equestrian facilities. While Kiptopeke provides water hookups, electric connections, showers, and a swimming beach on the Chesapeake Bay, these amenities do not extend to horse-specific needs such as stalls, paddocks, or access to bridle trails. The Eastern Shore location offers fishing opportunities, kayaking, and hiking trails, but no horseback riding trails or horse-friendly camping arrangements have been established at these Virginia campgrounds.
"Virginia has some wonderful state parks and this is one of my favorites. Its got a nice beach, boat launch and a couple miles of hiking trails."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $32 - $413 / night
"We've stayed here pretty often as it's only a few hours from home and near everything in Williamsburg, Virginia. The park is against the James river and theres easy access to the riverside."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $37 - $311 / night
"The park is centrally located with easy highway access. Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from. The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful. "
"Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites 4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake
The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in."
from $11 - $42 / night
TravelerA beautiful campground. Nice wooded sites with decent space between sites. Bathroom and laundry were clean. Showers were just ok. Nice trails and the walk along the James
river was nice. Will definitely stay again.
TravelerGenerous sized sites but only semi-private. Excellent facilities
ScoutThis campground was very enjoyable. I spent a lot of time at the fishing pier, learning to ID birds I had never identified before. Brown pelicans were everywhere near the sunken ships. I also talked to the Hawkwatch people for a bit.
My campsite was far enough from the bathroom I couldn't hear the door slam, but since I was the only one in the F loop, that wouldn't have mattered. Since the loop was so empty, it was an absolute pleasure.
Had the campground been full, I would have felt too close to the people in tents in the sites next to me.
One great thing was that there weren't tent pads so we didn't have to worry about how to fit two tents on to one tent pad.
TravelerPark stuff are very friendly, sweet, I live the quietness of night time.
TravelerI felt serenity and hospitality at this site.
TravelerI loved staying at this campground. It’s definitely geared towards locals and quiet stays, no campground events and things of that nature, but it’s perfect for someone not looking for the fluff. They do have two pools, basketball courts, kayak rentals, and I believe pony rides! They have a really nice climate controlled game room too. They are extremely fairly priced. They also have THE best campground bathrooms I have ever seen. Seems like they host a lot of events, club and troop weekends, things of that sort. I really enjoyed staying there and I will be back. Nice low key local spot for someone in the full time RV life or needing an affordable quiet place to stay while in the area.
GuideI stayed in campsite C21! It was clean, quiet, and spacious! The bathrooms were clean and the showers were hot! So much to do from hiking to beaching to fishing! Dog friendly too!
GuideThis is a great campground. Well maintained, nice and quiet. C loop has full hookup where A and B do not. Plenty to do, hiking, fishing, birding. Camp store is nice, the staff for the park are great. The bathhouses are a little dirty, but not terrible. One of our favorite places to camp for sure! Try and get C loop spots 15 - 21. They’re shaded and at the back of the loop.
ScoutVery clean and easy setup. The campsites on the A loop are a little more on an angle, they converted tent site lots to camper lots so they come with a level tent area as well.
The pool doesn’t look like it’s been opened in years but there is a little beach area near the welcome center.
Kiptopeke State Park is located on the eastern shore of Virginia near Chesapeake Bay, approximately 47 miles from Onemo. The park sits at sea level with sandy beaches along its shoreline. Summer temperatures average 85°F with high humidity, while winters are mild with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing.
Fishing and crabbing: The fishing pier at Kiptopeke State Park Campground provides access to catch unusual species. "I did enjoy the fishing pier and got to catch fish I have never seen before. One being a searobin," notes Annemarie R., who warns about handling certain species with care.
Kayaking through marshlands: Explore the waterways beyond the campground areas for wildlife viewing. "I use the park as a base for exploring the barrier island on the ocean side by kayak," says Stuart M. about Kiptopeke State Park.
Plantation tours: Visit the historic buildings at Chippokes State Park Campground to learn about agricultural history. "The still working farm and homes are a treasure of how life and farms ran back in the day and how they can survive into the future," explains Rose H.
Beach variety: Kiptopeke offers multiple beach access points with different regulations. "It has 2 beautiful beaches, one that allows pets and the other does not. There are wooden boardwalk trails in the park and a few of them leads to different areas on the beach," writes Annemarie R.
Wildlife viewing: Evening hours bring opportunities to spot local animals. "Wild animals usually pass by often later in the evening, horses, deer, rabbits etc," reports Gabby B. who visits annually.
Shark tooth hunting: Chippokes State Park Campground offers unique beachcombing opportunities. "Hunt for sharks teeth on the beach. Pool is very clean," recommends Danielle H.
Site spacing varies by loop: Campsites at Kiptopeke have different configurations. "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," explains Ashley I.
Tent areas offer more privacy: For those seeking seclusion, specific sections provide more separation. "The only reason I am giving 4 stars is for everyone. I thoroughly enjoyed my spot being in a cul-de-sac. But driving back to my spot I noticed all the A and B spots for trailers are just on top of each other," shares Joseph H.
Loop selection matters: At Chesapeake Campground, site conditions can vary dramatically. "They cater mostly to monthly campers, and aside from allowing some small decks to be built next to the RV's, it otherwise looks very clean. They do keep a few sites open for transient campers," explains Cliff M.
Free ferry access: Combine camping with transportation adventures near Chippokes. "About 5 miles away is the ferry to Williamsburg...its free and usually a highlight of the trip for the kids! You can follow history or ride plenty of roller coasters at Busch Gardens," recommends Philip S.
Shallow water beaches: Chippokes State Park Campground offers safe swimming conditions for children. "The water at the beaches is so shallow great for my son! It's a beautiful place!" notes Susan P.
Kid-friendly activities: Some campgrounds provide structured recreation options. "There were a lot of child friendly activities to do here. It's about 40 mins from the beach. We tent camped and had a blast," shares Audriana V. about Chesapeake Campground.
Best sites for shade and privacy: At Kiptopeke, certain areas provide better conditions for longer stays. "Try and get C loop spots 15 - 21. They're shaded and at the back of the loop," advises Aaron S., who adds that C loop offers full hookups while A and B loops do not.
Hookup variations between loops: Check site utilities before booking. "Nice easy back-in sites, full hookups in good working order, and friendly hosts. Great walking trails, boardwalks, and beach access. Arrive early to choose shady spots," suggests Elizabeth N.
Weather considerations: For equestrians seeking horse campgrounds near Onemo, Virginia, be aware that local sites can flood during rainy seasons. "A storm hit right after I got here and now I'm sitting in about 8 inches of water!" warns Kelly W. at Chesapeake Campground.
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