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Walnut Flats Campground's tent sites welcome pets year-round with five established camping spots featuring fire rings, picnic tables, and lantern poles. Located near the Appalachian Trail, this free Forest Service campground includes vault toilets and a hand pump for drinking water. Nearby Claytor Lake State Park and New River Junction Campground also accommodate pets with various accommodations including tent sites, RV hookups, and in some locations, pet-friendly cabins. Eggleston Springs Campground permits dogs along the riverside with electric hookups and fire pits available. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard leash policies, typically requiring dogs be kept on leads no longer than 6 feet. The campgrounds generally allow multiple pets per site with no additional fees, though visitors should always clean up after their animals. Many campers report excellent experiences bringing their dogs to these locations with the riverfront sites offering pets cooling access during summer months.
Dogs enjoy numerous trail opportunities throughout the Pearisburg area with direct access to the Appalachian Trail adjacent to Walnut Flats Campground. New River access points at several campgrounds provide water recreation options for dogs that enjoy swimming, with New River Junction even offering dog-specific tubes for rent during tubing season. Most camping areas feature surrounding wooded terrain perfect for dog walks, though wildlife encounters require keeping pets leashed and supervised. Kairos Wilderness Resort provides extensive trail access across its 1500-acre property with over 41 miles of pathways suitable for hiking with dogs. Campers should prepare for occasional train noise at riverside campgrounds like New River Junction and Eggleston Springs, which may disturb sensitive pets. Veterinary services are available in nearby Blacksburg and Christiansburg for emergency situations. Visitors should bring sufficient water for pets at primitive sites and check seasonal campground closures, as several locations operate only from April through December.
"Conveniently located bath house. We got sites right next to our friends where we wanted to be. The lake and beach area were beautiful. Sand was soft and very clean."
"Brought the dogs and had a great time."
from $24 - $459 / night
Check Availability"The campground is not far from Virginia Tech and so there were several other campers staying a few nights with plans to go to the football game."
"Several RV sites located right on Beautiful New River. Tent camping also available."
"Pipestem Resort State Park Southern West Virginia. We spent 4 nights here. Used this park as a base camp for New River Gorge NP. There's many other State Parks we visited too.
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"There is plenty to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area. There is a lake to fish and boat on."
"My dog did not appreciate them, but overall nice place."
"This was the first campground we got to try in Virginia and it did not disappoint! There’s a lot of ppl who stay here long term bc it’s so great."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Cozy little site not too far from the main highway! Checked this out on my way to Tennessee. Primitive camping but has plenty of natural wonders to keep you busy!"
from $5 / night
Check Availability"nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole, restrooms but I didn't use them well water pump for drinking water but didn't use"
"Occasional.peiole driving through but a great experience!"
from $10 - $14 / night
Check Availability"The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it’s a gorgeous location. If you want to go ride dirt bikes or UTVs this place is definitely the spot."
"It sits on 1500 acres and has 41+ miles of trails. The only complaint is the campsites are very close but everyone was friendly and respectful so all in all it was a great place."
"1st: The water pump doesn't work at location. Bring your own water. 2nd: Bring all you need before you camp out. There is one gas station to find resources 2.2 miles from campsite."
"Good hikes nearby, nothing too difficult and all are beautiful. The Appalachian Trail is close to the site, find some thru hikers and make some trail magic!"
GuideThis place is amazing!! Dog park needs to be updated but the fact they had a dog park was amazing. There was live music, karaoke, candy scavenger hunts for kids, even a bowling ally! I recommend this 100%
TravelerBy far the best KOA I have stayed at. This place is huge and some thing for everyone. Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly.
ScoutWe stayed here for vacation last year. There’s a nice dog park, and the facilities are clean. My only negative was that they had us camp up on the top of the hill and it was difficult to navigate back down, with some very sharp turns for our fifth wheel. They seemed to have some nice amenities, and the staff was very friendly.
TravelerNice, clean campground with friendly staff. Outdoor pool, mini golf, bowling alley and more to keep everyone busy. We stayed on Labor Day weekend so it was crowded and of course it was a bit noisy but would definitely recommend anyone to stay here and we would definitely go back. They also have two dog parks in the campground which is nice for your furry family! 😊
GuideI really like what loves is providing RVs. Groceries, gas, Arby’s, private showers, dog park and full hookups for a reasonable price. I’m a single female in a van, I wasn’t about to test out the private showers, but they have a great app to order food reserve your space and reserve a shower. Noise from road and trucks, but that’s to be expected - it’s a truck stop not a state park. I would stop here again if I needed a place to hook up, dump, and fill my propane.
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TravelerI typically steer clear of KOA's because most of the sites are super close together. This KOA is different! There is a row towards the front that are pretty close together, but I think they use those for one-nighters. We were in a tent and loved our spot. The staff was UNBELIEVABLY awesome and nice. They have a pool, a pond, a playground, a dog park, and a great camp store. The bathrooms and laundry room are exceptionally clean. If you order ice or firewood, they bring it to your site. They also have food you can order and they will bring it to your site. I am sure there are many things I am forgetting, but this is a must stay and we will be back.
TravelerThe hostess was very accommodating and friendly. We had a packaged delivered to the campground before we arrived and had no problems with it. Ice and laundry facilities are available. The sites were level and easily accessible, no shade but that worked well for us using the Starlink. There were pull throughs and back in sites, I think there are tent sites in the field beside the RV area. The sites were full hookup and clean. Campground is pet friendly, with a large area to walk dogs beside it. The New River Gorge NP visitor center was approx 20 min away, hiking trails were close by. We did not do shopping or laundry at this location but I did see a Walmart in the vicinity and I am sure a laundromat would be in the city too. The campground had a small common area with chairs and a fire pit. for group gatherings.
ScoutBeautiful lake surrounded by gorgeous mountains, hiking, fishing and boating, amazing staff, very clean shower houses and laundry facility! Very family oriented and pet friendly!
GuideIt was on a loop with 5 other cabins, but well spaced and situated overlooking the forest. It was quiet and beautiful. Our cabin was pet friendly, clean, well stocked kitchen, COMFORTABLE DOUBLE BEDS, firewood, it was excellent. We had the best experience!
Camping sites near Pearisburg, Virginia sit at elevations ranging from 1,600 to 2,200 feet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, with the New River cutting through steep limestone gorges. Summer temperatures typically reach 85°F during day and cool to 65°F at night, creating favorable conditions for tent and RV camping from April through October. Most campgrounds report 30-40 inches of annual rainfall, concentrated in spring and summer months.
River tubing access points: New River Junction Campground offers dedicated river tubes including specialized dog tubes during summer months. "This campground is right on the new river and has great tubing kayaking and fishing accommodations," notes Brandon W. Tubes can be rented on-site with shuttle service back to camp.
Horseback riding trails: At Pipestem Resort State Park campers access 16 miles of dedicated equestrian paths. "We enjoyed many of the parks amenities including a horseback ride on the trails," reports Molly F. The stable operates April through October with guided rides starting at $30 per hour.
Mountain biking networks: Forest service roads near Walnut Flats provide access to over 41 miles of trails with minimal elevation changes. Local paths connect to larger trail systems throughout Jefferson National Forest. Designated mountain bike routes stay open year-round with some seasonal closures after heavy rainfall.
Clean shower facilities: Claytor Lake State Park maintains well-kept bathroom buildings throughout camping areas. Kristina D. reports "Nice bathroom facilities and showers. Very clean." Sites include standard electric hookups with water access points distributed throughout camping loops.
Riverside campsites: Eggleston Springs Campground offers sites directly adjacent to water. "The campsite was great! Right up against the river with beautiful mountain back drop," writes Amanda J. Water depths vary seasonally with wade-in access points along camp boundaries.
Free primitive camping: When seeking no-fee options, the five established sites at Walnut Flats each include fire rings, picnic tables and lantern poles. "Nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole," notes SomadNomad M. Each site accommodates 1-2 vehicles with additional parking at the trailhead.
Train noise impacts: Several riverside campgrounds experience regular train traffic. At New River Junction, Ryan B. notes "THE TRAINS: HOLY HELL. The trains alone are reason enough not to camp here. Especially with a tent. Five trains between midnight and 5am." Similar train noise affects Eggleston Springs and Gentrys Landing campgrounds.
Seasonal closures: Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Pearisburg operate on limited schedules. Camp hosts at Walnut Flats close facilities from December through March. "I stayed just shy of 2 weeks," reports SomadNomad M., noting the campground operates on Forest Service schedules.
Variable site privacy: Proximity between campsites differs significantly between locations. Pipestem camper Marie B. observed: "Sites were close together. Park was packed to the rim. Families and kids everywhere. This is def a family oriented place and if your looking for a peaceful get away this is not the place."
Playground access: Family-oriented camping facilities include dedicated play areas at certain parks. Jennifer S.
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