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Best Campgrounds near Pamplin, VA

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Best Camping Sites Near Pamplin, Virginia (62)

    1. Holliday Lake State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Prospect, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 248-6308

    $30 - $80 / night

    "Campground Review

    Holliday Lake State Park is located in the middle of the Buckingham State Forest, so it is completely surrounded by protected forest."

    "Short walk to the beach. Awesome staff. Awesome kids and learning program for the weekend. Really loved the lights in the water at night and nighttime walk."

    2. Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park

    27 Reviews
    Greenway, VA
    25 miles
    Website

    $15 - $80 / night

    "We spent one night with our dogs at the walk-in campground at James Lake. It is a wonderful piece of nature. The campsites are far away from each other. Everything was very clean and taken care of."

    "Campsite was right next to lake, beautiful views and easy water access. While we were there in April we only saw a couple other groups, and no other campers were anywhere near us."

    3. Paradise Lake Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Appomattox, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 993-3332

    "Has beautiful pool and lake, playground, arcade, and boat rentals. Fishing, hiking, basketball. Very friendly staff all the time."

    "The bathroom was a good walk up the hill so bring your bikes. We would definitely go back though!"

    4. Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Burkeville, VA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 392-3435

    "We hiked some of the trails, there is beautiful nature thT surrounds you. Close to the High Bridge and different Daily excursions."

    "The swimming lake has a nice beach and we happened to be there this last weekend and the temperature was nice and warm and the kids enjoyed playing on the beach and on the water playground."

    5. Red Oak Campground — James River State Park

    17 Reviews
    Greenway, VA
    26 miles
    Website

    $35 / night

    "Nice campground in line with expectations for most Virginia state parks."

    "This state park was a great find on my way south, Off the beaten path with plenty of river frontage and ponds around.

    There are plenty of places to fish!"

    6. Thousand Trails Lynchburg

    7 Reviews
    Rustburg, VA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The campground is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking trails (a plus!) but, definitely opt for a full hook-up site!"

    "This was the perfect spot to stay after a long drive. We saw bunnies and then lightening bugs. The pool was great for the kids."

    7. Walnut Grove — James River State Park

    11 Reviews
    Greenway, VA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 933-8061

    $15 - $18 / night

    "Lake James is a true gem, clean and beautiful, with amazing views of Linville Gorge, Shortoff Mountain, and Table Rock. The State Park has several camping areas."

    "This is a lovely little campground set on the shores of James Lake. Sites are big enough for 2 small tents or 1 largish family tent. All sites have a picnic table, fire pit with grate, and bear box."

    8. Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Cumberland, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 492-4410

    "The trails were marked once you got on one, not all were visible as trails. With that being said my pup and I took several paths not walked often without another soul or human sound."

    "Nice little state park close to Richmond and not too far from DC."

    9. Branch Pond — James River State Park

    9 Reviews
    Greenway, VA
    26 miles
    Website

    $15 - $18 / night

    "Located in the middle of nowhere off of narrow Virginia secondary roads, we were surprised to get good Verizon reception. We stayed on site 15 which is a long pull-thru."

    "Private, flat, and well maintained sites with great facilities, hiking/biking trails, and floating opportunities make this campground a good one to visit with family and friends!"

    10. 2nd 40 to 420 - The Farm

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    Pamplin, VA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 840-6898

    $30 - $420 / night

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408 Reviews of 62 Pamplin Campgrounds

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Paradise Lake Family Campground

    Not more than one night

    This is an older campground and shows its age…and wear. There are several semi-permanent residents here. Some facilities need repair and/or maintenance. Water in the shower was hot, but the showers were small, and there was no place for d as iso, shaving things, shampoo, ets. And no place to sit to. There is a pool and a lake with a swim beach. Kayak rental. Playground, laundry, showers/ bathrooms are passable. Internet is very slow.

  • madison F.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Cozy Acres Campground RV Resort

    cute - family oriented

    only planned on staying a night but ended up staying for two.

    had the most unique store filled with actual tools/useful equipment and ANTIQUES!! so cute and LOVED the game room - definitely the best options we’ve seen so far HOWEVER it closed the same time as store hours so timing was extremely awkward.

    bathhouses appeared super nice at first but were filled with water by the end of the day - absolutely disgusting to stand in other people’s shower water. water pressure was also insane haha.

    defo family oriented …. super friendly though.

    also have to call to book

    very friendly camp hosts!! helped us avoid hurricane erin

  • Steven M.
    Jul. 14, 2025

    Martin's Landing Camp

    Great Fishing Private sites

    The sites are spread out and have privacy. All but 1 site is waterfront. You can drift from your site. There are inflatables for rent. Two Porta potties on sight. There is a long walking trail and free Kayaks

  • L
    Jul. 1, 2025

    James River Wildlife Management Area

    Worth the drive for the solitude

    I was unsure if I was in the right area. I never saw another person camping, but I did get out of my rig and ask a couple of people that were using brush hogs to mow with and they said Yep come on down here and just park wherever you want to as long as it’s not within 300 feet of the boat put in. Everything else is fair game, it’s for me being in the 29 foot classy. I opted to park it in a field/parking area at the entrance. I was the only one here all day.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 10, 2025

    George Washington National Forest off 812

    Awesome sites next to creek.

    Showed up around 5pm and were the only ones there. 6-8 different sites, all are beautiful and most are right next to the creek. There was a fire ring and man made stone oven at the site we chose.

  • Christopher C.
    Jun. 3, 2025

    Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    Good Base Camp

    The visit was great. The campground is small and the amenities are limited. It’s not going to be a spend all your time at the campground and never get bored experience. However, the grounds are well kept, the shower and bathrooms were clean and the people working the grounds were friendly and helpful. Cell service is spotty but WiFi is available and adequate enough to stream movies. I was in site B31 full hookup and it was nearly at the front of the park. My water pressure was good but talking to other campers, the farther away you get from the front of the park the worse the water pressure gets. This came from a gentleman who had a site at the very back of the campground. This is a great place to use as a stop or a jumping off point for other adventures in the area.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 2, 2025

    James River State Park Campground

    Lovely Primitive Campground

    I enjoyed my stay in this wooded campground. The sites were equipped with fire rings and picnic tables and level, gravel areas to park cars In front of your site. You couldn't pull your car into the site because of the wood bollards but I think that is a good thing.

    There was a set of 2 well-maintained pit toilets. A Creek ran nearby the campground and there were options for trails. The campsites were well spaced apart.

  • John B.
    Apr. 26, 2025

    Thousand Trails Lynchburg

    Third visit

    Remote and quiet location. In season this place is very busy. Our visit is pre Memorial Day so it is low key. 80-90% of sites are 30 Amp. Limited 50 amp. TT maintains all facilities in a similar way and your experience will vary. We are passing thru so to be fair, it is best to come back for a longer stay

Guide to Pamplin

Camping near Pamplin, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Enjoy the trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We wanted to stay at a park that had a nice trail system attached to walk about during the day."
  • Fishing: The lakes around Red Oak Campground are great for fishing. A camper shared, "There are plenty of places to fish! The ponds are full for Largemouth Bass and Bluegills."
  • Kayaking: The Canoe Landing Group Campsite is perfect for kayaking. One reviewer said, "We kayaked to our campsite and it was private and secluded."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers at Twin Lakes State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "The bathhouse was very clean and well maintained."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment at Walnut Grove. One camper remarked, "Peaceful, quiet, only a few sites. Separated nicely. Gorgeous views."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. At Holliday Lake State Park Campground, a visitor said, "The staff are friendly and check on you frequently."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Red Oak Campground, have spotty cell service. One camper mentioned, "Verizon service is spotty 1 to 2 bars and unreliable data."
  • Permit Requirements: Some sites, like Canoe Landing Group Campsite, require permits. A reviewer noted, "Permit required, pets allowed, picnic table."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground said, "The sites are pretty close together, but that's more of a personal preference!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with amenities like playgrounds and swimming areas. At Paradise Lake Family Campground, one parent said, "Has beautiful pool and lake, playground, arcade, and boat rentals."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A camper at Holliday Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "We watched a Bald Eagle and an Osprey for over an hour while kayaking on the lake."
  • Pack for Comfort: Make sure to bring comfortable sleeping gear. A visitor at Branch Pond noted, "The sites are larger too!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Conditions: Some sites may require leveling. A reviewer at Holliday Lake State Park Campground said, "For RV’ers bring your leveling blocks - you will need them!"
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric hookups, which can be a lifesaver. A camper at Lynchburg RV Resort mentioned, "This campground needs some TLC but we had everything for an enjoyable stay."
  • Explore Different Loops: Some campgrounds have multiple loops with varying conditions. A visitor at Lynchburg RV Resort said, "The C Loop is very nice and in good condition, in comparison."

Camping near Pamplin, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful parks and friendly communities, it’s a great spot to enjoy the great outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Pamplin, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Pamplin, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 62 campgrounds and RV parks near Pamplin, VA and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Pamplin, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pamplin, VA is Holliday Lake State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 10 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Pamplin, VA.

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