Best Tent Camping near Palmyra, VA
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Best Tent Sites Near Palmyra, Virginia (13)
1. Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
28 Reviews•90 Photos•12 SavesGreenway, VirginiaCanoe Landing Group Campsite (one primitive site) - There's a group site near the canoe landing. The site accommodates up to 42 people - no hookups, tents only. It's near a restroom and features a fire ring with a flip grill, picnic tables and a pedestal grill. There's a $30 fee for canceling a group-camping reservation.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Picnic Table
$15 - $80 / night
2. Lake Anna State Park Campground
20 Reviews•76 Photos•168 SavesMineral, VirginiaCamping Lake Anna Campground offers sites with and without water and electric hookups, centrally located restrooms with hot showers, fire-rings, picnic tables and lantern holders. Half the sites may be specifically reserved; the rest are assigned upon arrival. A table showing site-specific sites can be found here (PDF). Click here for pictures of the sites. Bunkhouse One bunkhouse - No weekly requirement. The park rents a camping lodge (bunkhouse) that's next to the bathhouse in the north camping loop. The bunkhouse is not a full-service lodge. The north loop's bathhouse includes the only restroom facilities for your stay. It's a two-room trailer with seven bunk beds, a refrigerator, a microwave oven, a coffee pot and an air conditioner. The bunkhouse also has a charcoal grill and deck outside. Cooking and smoking are not permitted inside the lodge. Five vehicles are permitted with rental of the lodge; the daily parking fee must be paid for additional vehicles. Yurts Recreational yurts are a modern adaptation of an ancient nomadic shelter. Functionally speaking, it's a cross between a tent and a cabin. Lake Anna has four yurts in the back section of the campground and tucked neatly into a wooded area for privacy and extra shade. Each yurt has a large wooden deck and includes a ground-level picnic pad with a picnic table, fire-ring and separate cooking grill. Reservations are required. Parking for two cars per yurt is at the beginning of the "yurt village," and carts are available for moving items from there to the yurts on a gravel trail. Those with more than two vehicles must pay a daily parking fee and park in overflow lots located throughout the campground. Check-in is 4 p.m. and checkout is 10 a.m. The rental season begins on the first Friday in March and ends on the first Sunday in December. Cabin rental and cancellation policies apply. There is a two-night minimum rental during the rest of camping season.
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
3. Walnut Grove — James River State Park
11 Reviews•38 Photos•5 SavesGreenway, VirginiaCamping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.
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- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
$15 - $18 / night
4. Cloverdale Farms
3 Reviews•6 Photos•9 SavesCumberland, Virginia- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$40 / night
5. Phantom Hill Forest Farm
1 Review•12 Photos•10 SavesMineral, VirginiaRetreat in our forest! Great for couples, families, and groups! No camping gear? No problem. Sites are stocked with kitchen essentials including dishes, utensils, pots and pans, a grill with propane, insect screen, chairs, hammocks, and much more! We have games you can borrow and a recreation area. Just bring a tent, sleeping bag, and food.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
6. Branch Pond — James River State Park
9 Reviews•32 Photos•4 SavesGreenway, VirginiaCamping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.
Branch Pond - Seven primitive sites in a wooded area about two miles from the river (BranchPondPrimTent). Tents only. Each site has a tent pad.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
$15 - $18 / night
7. Lovers Lane FarmStay
1 Review•8 Photos•3 SavesBarboursville, VirginiaWe have the prefect spot for your tent next to a pond and a small seasonal stream. Beautiful trees surround the campsite to give you the ultimate privacy. Spend time on the open pasture with our dairy cows Azelia and Darby, or our pasture-raised chickens. Explore our family garden at your leisure. Our farm has many different things to keep you busy whether it is fishing in our small pond or helping out with the family's daily farm chores. This is a working family farm with goats, chickens, lambs, ducks, bees, cats, and dogs and many more farm animals. Learn to take care of baby chicks or milk a cow. Taste the sweetest honey while one of our farm kids guide and teach you the joys of farm life. Or just relax on a hammock and enjoy the night-time sounds. Solo, couples, or families are welcomed along with pets on a leash.
Because we only have 1 site, you can be alone in the space the entire time. My family lives on the premises so we are here in case of an emergency.
5-8 minutes away from historic downtown Gordonsville, restaurants, and stores
20 minutes away from beautiful hiking trails
30 minutes away from Shenandoah National Park
30 minutes away from Charlottesville
1 hour away from Luray Caverns
-Bring your own tent, or for a small additional charge we can provide a tent.
-8 foot Picnic table
-Grill/fire-pit
-Cast-iron skillet with utensils
-Porta-Potty with sink
-Primitive shower Pop-Up
-Water hydrant supplied by artesian well
-Electricity in Barn
-4 camping chairs
-Large Garbage Can
-5 gallon bucket
-Wifi Available
-Playground, Trampoline, Ninja Obstacle Course
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$35 - $55 / night
8. Warren Ferry Landing
2 Reviews•7 Photos•20 SavesScottsville, VirginiaCome enjoy Warren Ferry Landing, our expansive and shaded property just steps from the James River! Our property boasts 400+ feet of river frontage for you to enjoy and you can swim, fish, or even launch a canoe directly from our sites. There are TWO available camping sites on this property.
About the property
Our property is located adjacent to the historic Warren Ferry crossing of the James River. This is one of two historic ferry crossings near Scottsville, VA! The other, Hatton Ferry, is located a little bit down river from this location.
Our property is only 8 miles from Scottsville so if you need to pop into town for something you forgot it is quite easy. There are many other activities that you can partake in nearby or on our property. There is fishing, swimming, hiking, and kayaking all within easy reach of our property.
We do not live onsite but we aim to be easily reachable over the phone or text. If you have any questions before or during your stay please don’t hesitate to reach out. Keep in mind that during the night it is possible to hear some train activity from across the river.
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- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
$21 - $60 / night
9. Daybreak Glamp Camp
2 Reviews•17 Photos•22 SavesAmelia Court House, VirginiaAt Daybreak Glamp Camp you will have the opportunity to treat yourself to a personalized Glamping Experience or Camp Out at a private location. This is a great place for an intimate retreat or family/group outing while enjoying a special time outdoors.
Some of the onsite RV campers are nestled alongside a shallow creek, along with tent sites in a wooded area surrounded by the peace and beauty of nature's surroundings. Throughout the property you will have access to trails, fire pits, hammocks, outdoors seating and tables and children's play areas. Enjoy a night walk with trails that are lit up to guide your path.
Whether you are a first timer or seasoned camper this is where you want to be for your glamping or camping experience.
To make your stay here with us even more special. You can select one of these extras when you make your bookings with us.
- Arrange for your own personal massage therapy treatment from our in-house Licensed Massage Therapist.
- Have your own prearranged garden party or outdoor meal.
- Want to learn how to increase your outdoor skills, no problem! Take advantage of some of our Survival & Preparedness sessions. From fire prepping, shelter building, water purification and more… This is a great opportunity for all ages and experience levels.
- Tent Rentals for extended camping opportunities
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- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
$25 - $150 / night
10. Hazeltop Summit Dispersed Camping
1 Review•5 Photos•13 SavesSyria, VirginiaBack-country Permit Required - https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/bc-permit.htm
Each year thousands of people spend a night or more in the Shenandoah’s backcountry. While visitors seek the backcountry for isolation, the cumulative actions of everyone in these areas can have dire effects on the resources we seek to enjoy. We can mitigate these effects by following Leave No Trace principles, as well as observing park backcountry regulations. The following regulations exist to keep Shenandoah's wilderness wild and untrammeled for you and for future generations of hikers and campers.
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- Dispersed
Recent Tent Reviews near Palmyra, Virginia
705 Reviews of 13 Palmyra Campgrounds
Janet R.
Legend
Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
Lake James
North Carolina certainly puts its state park system as a priority! I am very impressed. This park is beautifully maintained, has myriad opportunities for recreation, and is in a scenic setting along Lake James and the Catawba River at the base of the Blue Ridge mountains. The park is quite large, and has an extensive set of trails for mountain biking as well as hiking, and the National Intermountain Historic Hiking trail also runs through the park. Water recreation includes kayaking, canoeing and boating with rentals available right in the oark, fishing, including trout fishing on the Catawba and feeder streams to it, and just lying on their beautiful beach—yes, even in December! Ranger led park programs are offered year round, this week included a natural history boat tour in the lake, and a naturalist talk on loons. The park encompasses several peninsulas and bays on Lake James, we were at Paddy Creek where there are nice drive in tent sites, but there are also more secluded walk in or hike in tent site options. The drive-in tent campground has a year round campground host, a brand new shower house and nice bathrooms, plentiful water pumps, and each tent site has a picnic table, steel fire ring, tent pad, and a well built “Bear Box.” Yes, this is bear country! Your food needs to be locked away in a bear box or you will have visitors
Chris E.
Guide
Montebello Resort
Simply Wonderful
This is one of Virginia’s best kept secrets for Cabins, RV or Tent camping.
The location is awesome; close to some great hiking spots, very accessible & well laid out.
The kids are guaranteed to catch something in the fishing hole & the camp store has EVERYTHING!!
Love this place! It is a great spot to go tent camping.
Call and speak with the staff about the best dates to go. They helped is pick a day when there were NO other people there.
Such a great spot.
- jjames H.
Traveler
Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
Two thumbs up!
We absolutely loved it! We stayed in the tent camping area. The bathrooms were the cleanest we’ve experienced at any tent camping site. It’s relatively close to the Shenandoah NP. Would recommend this place. Definitely returning.
- KKaleighTraveler
Shenandoah Valley Campground
Beautiful river access tent sites
Beautiful river access directly from tent site! Lots of amenities from hot tubs, fishing pond and a heated pool. Staff was friendly and site was well maintained. Bathrooms were clean. Only complaint is that tent sites are really close together.
Stephanie J.Legend
Sherando Lake Campground
Great Recreation Area, Mid-Grade Tent Camping
Sherando Lake is a well-maintained, popular campground located in the George Washington National Forest near Lyndhurst, VA. Convenient to both Richmond and Charlottesville, it brings people in for camping and day-use alike.
There are three camping loops here; a standard non-electric loop (loop A/White Oak Loop), and two RV loops (B and C). Both of the RV loops are very flat and open, with little shade or privacy between sites. They have electric hookups and drinking water available, but do not have water hookups. The tent loop is the oldest loop in this campground, and is heavily wooded, with sites along both meadow and backing up to the mountain. These sites do not have any hookups, but most have driveways large enough for campers and RVs 28' in length or under. All tent sites have fire rings, utility poles, and large picnic tables, and tent pads that are raked clear by campground hosts between guests.
The biggest benefits of this campground are its location, and the recreation area. It's about an hour and a half west of Richmond and only thirty minutes from Charlottesville, making it a great weekend trip without having to take time away from work. And as for recreation, it's wonderful. There are two lakes--the lower lake is the largest at 25 acres, and and while the beach can get crowded during peak season, it's an easy walk from the campground, with a large swimming area roped off. Canoeing is available at the lake, and there are several hiking trails, ranging from the easy lakeside trail, to more difficult trails that connect to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and other trails in George Washington National Forest. Fishing is available at both lakes with the proper licensing. There are several large picnic areas right on the lower lake, and a few smaller creekside spaces with picnic table and grills.
All that said; for RV campers this is an excellent campsite. While the loops with hookups are lacking in shade and privacy, having an RV or camper will afford you what the site itself lacks, and the location and activities make this a great basecamp.
For tent camping, it's good if you live in one of the nearby cities and want the shorter drive time, or if you like tent camping but still want all the benefits of front-country camping. As a place to set up camp and enjoy spending time near your tent, Sherando is exceptionally maintained. There is not a lot of opportunities for foraging for firewood, which means purchasing heat-treated wood nearby, and while the sites are very shady, there is little underbrush between sites to offer a privacy barrier. Many of the sites are staggered, with one or more levels of steps leading from the driveways. Because of all there is to do this is a great site for older kids, but we learned that, especially with toddlers, the steps around the campsites can turn a relaxing trip into one of constant vigilance.
Enjoyment of this campground will largely depend on what type of camper you are. If you are mainly looking for a place to get outside of the city, where you can set up for the night and have easy access to hiking, fishing, swimming, or boating, this is a great campground. This is where we typically chose to take friends if they were new to camping, as the bathrooms are well-lit, the road is paved, and the sites are so well-maintained. Plus at $20 a night, while it's more expensive than its neighbors in Shenandoah National Park or Cave Mountain Lake, it's a shorter drive from the neighboring cities, and doesn't have the additional NPS fee. However, if you want something that feels more rugged, or with campsites that offer a greater feeling of privacy, it would be better to skip this one.
- JJeremiah E.
Scout
Red Oak Campground — James River State Park
Cabins are nice, tent camping not so much
We’ve been here twice. Once for our anniversary and we stayed in one of the cabins with our dog, and once tent camping. The cabin was reasonably priced and comfortable. They are all grouped together and could be fun for a family reunion or some larger gathering with friends. The tent camping experience was with our kids, and it was a little hard to keep them entertained. The hiking trails were a short distraction, but not long or difficult enough to wear them out.
- CCody B.Guide
Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
Boat camping
Awesome place. Crazy raccoons.
Boat in sites. Tent camping. Reserve early, especially weekends.
Have fun!
- BBrian C.Traveler
Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Small tent sites with big noise
Stayed in tent site 005, and while it wasn’t the smallest of the tent sites or least private, if was very close to the main look road and every car entering the camp loop passes right by the site up the hill within eyesight. Camp store didn’t allow dogs, and I didn’t feel good leaving my dog unattended in the park (which is their rule) I didn’t get to visit the store. One good thing was the view from the amphitheater
RLLegendLoft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Opt for the non-generator loop!
Beautiful part of the SNP. I was unfortunately tent camping next to a loud RV, but that was my fault for booking the wrong site! Lovely hikes nearby.
Rob O.Traveler
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Excellent campground especially as a base for hikes
Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 2 nights and found that my original planned site wasn't very hospitable to tent camping due to the slope, Conferred with park ranger who easily changed my site to a better one with no fee. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked. This is a great base camp for getting out to hike the Appalachian trail and the local water falls in the area. Firewood and some camping supplies can be obtained onsite and there is a park wayside store and cafeteria a short distance away (i highly recommend the honey breaded chicken).
Kathie M.GuideLoft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great view
It’s has small sites, great for tent camping, but not great for a fifth wheel. Bath houses are available and a small amp store.great for overnight camping and some bear coolers are available.
Cory E.Scout
Watercress Inn at Landon Farm
Great camp site
Did two nights at Butterfly Camp while hiking Old Rag and other trails in Shenandoah. Great experience, site had everything you would need and more for tent camping and enjoying some peace and quiet.
- Sally T.Traveler
Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
A beautiful place to disconnect
A lot of effort was put into remodeling the bathhouses, making them surprisingly welcoming. Many variations of tent sites available and sites are easily located.
- RLLegend
Cedar Mountain Campground
Simple Campground
$25 + tax per night for a tent site, $2 more per person. Showers and bathhouses avail. RV accommodations. About 6 miles from the town of Culpeper.
Scott F.Guide
Christopher Run Campground
Great campsite off of Lake Anna in Virginia.
We've spent a number of nights tent camping at Christopher Run. The people who manage the site are very nice. The campground and bathrooms are kept clean. The bathrooms are even air-conditioned. Christopher Run has a boat launch as well.
- DDave L.Scout
Devil’s Backbone Camp
Nice place
Enjoyed the area. Campground is nice and the facilities are very clean. Good place to roam around if you have a dog. Tent sites are somewhat close together but overall great place to camp.
- RLLegend
Devil’s Backbone Camp
2 Night Minimum
Just went to book a site since I’m in the area, and it’s a two-night minimum to tent camp. This seems crazy for a Sunday night and the campground is not at all packed. It’s also $50/night, which is too high for primitive sites.
Jen V.LegendLoft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great views, secluded sites
Tent-camped here with a group of friends, and the site was plenty large enough for 2 tents, a makeshift tarp shelter, and vehicle. We ended up getting rained out, unfortunately, but not before we got to do a little hiking and relaxing by the fire :) Beautiful area, with lots of great hiking trails right near the campground.
Ashley F.Legend
Kiss the Earth
Very Private Site
Ashley here with The Dyrt. I want to welcome this partner to our platform. This is private land where you will be camping in the woods. Site is level and perfect for car or tent camping. Pack it in, pack it out. Book your stay today and leave them some love!
Ryan Z.ScoutShenandoah Valley Campground
Bunnies everywhere!
Great campground with lots to do with the family. My kids loved all the bunnies, the river, pool and putt-putt. The one problem is the camper section is very tight, whereas the tent sites look more roomy.
- SSarah M.Scout
Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Gorgeous! Great spot for hiking and car camping!
Beautiful spot on to of a bald. Good amount of tree coverage from rain/other groups. Some of the tent sites are close to neighbors, but we made friends! No more than 5 minute walk to bathrooms and water source. Would highly recommend!
Katherine P.ScoutBig Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Great place!
Stayed for 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Each campsite included a fire pit and a picnic table. The tent sites also had bear boxes to store your foods. Place was very clean and quiet. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone who is interested.
- Liza B.Scout
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Big pros annoying cons.
Pros: Location. This campground puts your right in the middle of Shenandoah with multiple beautiful hikes only minutes away. Wildlife is abundant, you will see deer and bears. Weather is lovely not too hot during the day and campfire cool at night. The camp hosts and park rangers were friendly and helpful without being around too much.
Cons: Campsite are very close together, little to no brush between campsites, and tent sites are laid out poorly with some site only having access to the parking lot or facilities by walking through other sites. Normally I don't mind noise at a camp site, but this was particularly bad. Due to the lack of brush, you could hear zippers and gravel crunching all night. Additionally, tent sites are small but have a gravel pad for the tents, the issue was the gravel was poorly maintained, consisted of large chunks of rock and were steeply inclined making it hard to layout a tent so everyone inside is at least somewhat comfortable.
- Sonya N.Traveler
Waynesboro North 340 Campground
10/10
10/10 would stay again.
Bathrooms? Super clean! Water pressure? Phenomenal. Hot water? Oh yes!!!!! I think 30$ a night for a tent site is a bit high but the shower did help ease that ha And I might be too used to boondocking and utilizing BLM land
Jake C.Legend
Casa Vargas
Secluded Camping Near Skyline Drive
Jake from the Dyrt here! Casa Vargas offers secluded RV & Tent sites near the famous Skyline Drive that offers great views of the Shenandoah Mountains. Make this your homebase for a weekend to explore the area, and make sure to post some pictures and leave a review on the Dyrt!
- CCraig W.Scout
Branch Pond — James River State Park
Good for horse back riding or tubing down river.
This campground is good for horse back riding (have stables you can rent) or tubing down the James River (have tubes you can rent). They'll take you to the drop off and you can float down. Have to be 6 or older (we had a 4 yr old), the grass at all sites was 6-10" high making it not fun for anyone, esp. kids (we have 2). They were mowing on the day we left.
As far as the tent sites by the river it's a good 50 to 75 feet from the campsite to your vehicle. There is not really good access to the river from camp sites except for two of them. There is plenty of room at the campsite and some trees for shade. Unless you are bringing horses and staying there, the showers and nice bathrooms are a drive away. Tent sites have permanent holes in the ground and no running water. if you know what you getting into it would be OK.
Jennifer E.TravelerDevil’s Backbone Camp
Great site, awesome brewery!
Nice campground with plenty of room. The bathhouse is top notch! Squeaky clean with lots of space. Love that you can just walk to the brewery from your site. We had two tents on an RV spot because their tent sites were full. Walked some of the easy trails that were in the area. The scenery was beautiful and our overall experience was great. Will come back for sure!
Guide to Palmyra
Tent camping near Palmyra, Virginia offers a delightful escape into nature, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful retreat.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- At Cloverdale Farms, guests can enjoy a serene environment with access to drinking water, picnic tables, and firewood for cozy campfires.
- Phantom Hill Forest Farm provides large, primitive sites along with kitchen setups and games, making it a great choice for families.
- Warren Ferry Landing features spacious sites with picnic tables and firewood, perfect for a relaxing camping experience.
Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $40
- Camping at Cloverdale Farms is affordable, with rates that typically fall within this range, offering great value for a memorable stay.
- Lake Anna State Park Campground also offers competitive pricing, making it accessible for families and groups looking to enjoy the outdoors.
- For a unique experience, Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park provides a budget-friendly option for larger groups, with a focus on nature and adventure.
Local activities to enjoy while tent camping
- While staying at Cloverdale Farms, visitors can engage with friendly farm animals and explore the beautiful property, perfect for nature lovers.
- Lake Anna State Park Campground offers excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, and hiking along scenic trails.
- Guests at Branch Pond — James River State Park can enjoy hiking and biking trails, as well as floating opportunities on the tranquil waters nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Palmyra, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Palmyra, VA is Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 28 reviews.
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