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Campgrounds in the area surrounding Aylett, Virginia provide a blend of established facilities and waterfront settings for visitors. Richmond North/Kings Dominion KOA in Doswell, Rainbow Acres Campground in King And Queen Court House, and R&D Family Campground in Milford are among the major camping options within driving distance. These facilities accommodate a range of camping styles including tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals. Most campgrounds in the region offer full amenities including electric, water, and sewer connections, with several providing additional comforts such as showers, dump stations, and camp stores.
Access to most camping areas is available year-round, though availability and conditions vary seasonally. Campgrounds like Westmoreland State Park and Belle Isle State Park feature boat-in and hike-in access options beyond standard drive-up sites. Many establishments maintain all-season operations, while others like Bethpage Camp-Resort in Urbanna operate on a seasonal schedule from April through mid-November. Reservations are recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when waterfront sites fill quickly. One visitor noted of Rainbow Acres: "It's so relaxing and so much to do. We've been in groups and just the two of us. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Great place to fish or paddle board whatever you're into."
Several camping areas feature river access, with the Mattaponi River providing recreational opportunities at Rainbow Acres Campground. Public reviews indicate mixed experiences across facilities, with some campgrounds receiving consistently high ratings while others show more varied feedback. Westmoreland State Park Campground and Belle Isle State Park Campground maintain particularly strong ratings above 4.7 stars. Campers report that many sites throughout the region allow fires and provide picnic tables, with varying levels of privacy between locations. According to one camper's experience at R&D Family Campground: "Park appeared clean. Had a basketball hoop and wooded area. Residence appeared to be permanent and friendly." Many campgrounds feature a mix of transient sites and seasonal or permanent residences, creating different atmospheres depending on the property. The Aylett area offers diverse camping options for visitors seeking both riverside campsites and fully-equipped campgrounds with convenient access to local attractions.
Best Campgrounds near Aylett (73)
1. Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA
"Nice location. Next to King’s Dominion."
"Location is right next to Kings Dominion amusement park. Staff was very friendly!"
2. Americamps RV Resort
"Just north of Richmond Virginia, off interstate 95, this park is located between the interstate and Ashland Industrial Airpark."
"The office manager saw us come in and met me as I was walking up to the after hours arrival board."
from $67 / night
Check Availability3. Westmoreland State Park Campground
"The sites we have stayed at have all been super clean and close to bathrooms and water. They include a fire ring, picnic table and a hook for your trash. The bathrooms are clean and have hot showers."
"The tent sites are awesome and mine have always been pretty private feeling despite being somewhat near others. Bathhouses are always SO clean and heated in the winter."
from $27 - $134 / night
Check Availability4. Pocahontas State Park Campground
"Largest State Park in Virginia - nearly 8,000 acres. We stayed two nights and paddled around Swift Creek Lake on Sunday. The staff was amazing."
"Playground was decent and pretty centrally located on the campground. Firewood for sale by QR code was convenient. The trails were nice and it was a nice walk to the aquatic recreation park."
from $37 - $459 / night
Check Availability5. Rainbow Acres Campground
from $35 - $390 / night
Check Availability6. R & D Family Campground
"We found it quiet, pet friendly,and wooded off-road location. Looking forward to returning in the fall."
7. Bethpage Camp-Resort
"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."
"not much to do close by. can get loud (we didn't mind)
ran out of golf carts to rent (expensive too)"
8. Naylor's Beach Campground Inc
"There is a gravel road for bikes and very rural paved road outside we rode bikes back and forth on. No fire pits ring so bring your own or idk what you would do otherwise? There was a picnic table."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability9. Belle Isle State Park Campground
"Nice get-away from it all campground. Level sites, farmland all around. Well maintained, quiet campground."
"I had some family members camping here, and took a quick day trip just to look around and take a couple of small hikes, and to use the dump station."
from $16 - $345 / night
Check Availability10. The Pavilion at Mill Run
Drive Time
- 35 min from Richmond, VA
- 1 hr 22 min from Charlottesville, VA
- 1 hr 39 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 49 min from Lexington Park, MD
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Recent Reviews near Aylett, VA
542 Reviews of 73 Aylett Campgrounds
Lauren B.TravelerThousand Trails Chesapeake Bay
Quaint
One of the nicer thousand trails. The D loop is wide and level and close to everything if you dont want to bring a gold cart or bike. Has a weekend resturant that serves breakfast lunch and dinner. A small shop, pool, park and access to the river. Full hookup back in. A loop is tight and E loop is for long term looks like a nice place to do an annual site. Its 20-30 mins away from everything so think of that when packing. No acolohl sold on site either.
lisa K.
GuideRichmond North - Kings Dominion KOA
Relaxing
Nice, quiet in March, shuttle to Kings Dominion every 30 minutes,
- EElaine S.
ScoutGwynns Island RV Resort
Nice spot!
Mostly seasonal, people are very welcoming. Only downside was we had no t mobile service and WiFi was unreliable.
- MMegan L.Traveler
Chickahominy Riverfront Park
Beautiful Location and about 15 minutes from BGW
Beautiful campground with riverfront tent spaces as well as RV spaces. Pool looked nice and a lovely quiet beach was very family friendly as well
Kindra W.GuidePoint Lookout State Park - Temporarily Closed
5 stars! Beautiful, clean, magical
Magical stay at Point Lookout — New Tulip Loop (Full Hook‑Up) and I’m already planning a return. The whole park feels peaceful and safe, the staff were genuinely friendly and helpful, and our site is clean and well‑maintained. The loop’s energy felt magical — quiet, restorative, and tucked into the trees so it felt private but not isolated. Full hookups were convenient and reliable; the site layout is roomy and pet‑friendly, with an easy walk to a beautiful dog beach so our pup had a blast. We walked to stunning beaches and spent afternoons watching water and sky at the tip of the peninsula — spectacular views where the Potomac meets the Chesapeake. The park’s Civil War history and lighthouse added fascinating, walkable sites to explore between beach time, giving the stay both recreation and depth. Clean facilities, helpful staff at the park office, and well-marked trails made everything low‑stress and enjoyable. If you want a peaceful, historic, pet‑friendly Class A spot with full hookups and gorgeous nearby beaches, Tulip Loop at Point Lookout is five stars from me.
Kaylee G.GuideLake Anna State Park Campground
Wonderful End to Summer
We camped here Labor Day weekend 2025. Our site was nicely situated between a trail down to the lake and bathhouse.
We had a long driveway that was perfect for throwing a ball around. Plenty of space to spread out, and surrounded by trees.
Enjoyed a sunset walk down to the lake and exploring the entire beach area. Loved seeing the turtles at the pond and exploring two different play areas.
- Kaylee G.Guide
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Activities for the Whole Family
Stayed here Memorial Day weekend 2025. We had a water electric site for our tent and had a great time.
The first day we checked out the Aquatic Recreation Center, admission was included for each member of our party. The kiddos had so much fun with the splash park, that it took everything to drag them away from it.
There is a trail from the campground to the aquatic center, but with our small kids it was easier to drive. There is plenty of parking.
The next day we took to the lake in a peddle boat. The lilly pads were blooming and it was so nice. You can also rent paddle boards, kayaks and canoes. Easy access if you have your own boards or kayaks.
Lots of trails to explore, and be mindful some trails have both bikes and people.
The kids had a good time and it was nice to just do loops of the campground. The playground in the campground was under construction so we look forward to going back to check it out.
- Dennis H.Guide
Camp Cardinal RV Resort
Nothing works
No laundry area, no shower house and no restroom. All there but none work. Very poor drainage. Wet and muddy always. Water pressure was a medium drip. Do not recommend
Guide to Aylett
Camping options near Aylett, Virginia allow visitors to experience the region's unique coastal plain ecology where the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Rivers join to form the York River. Many campgrounds in this area sit below 100 feet elevation, creating distinctive riverfront camping conditions with sandy beaches and shallow water access points. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F with high humidity, making water activities particularly popular.
What to do
Kayaking on the Mattaponi River: Rainbow Acres Campground provides direct river access for paddlers. One visitor noted, "It's quiet and right on the Mattaponi River. I totally recommend if your looking for a little peace and quiet."
Visit Kings Dominion: Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA offers shuttle service to the amusement park. A camper explains, "They have a shuttle service to the amusement park that runs by roughly every 25-30 mins. They even run until 12-1 in the morning for those who plan to do the Haunt the park has during the Fall/Halloween season."
Fossil hunting: Westmoreland State Park features beaches where visitors can search for prehistoric shark teeth. As one camper mentioned, "Beaches, shark tooth island (!), what seems like endless beautiful hiking trails and the cleanest camp grounds I have ever seen."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Americamps RV Resort maintains well-kept amenities. According to a visitor, "The bathhouse in the main building was very clean and air-conditioned, which was nice on this warm summer stay. There is a second bathhouse on the property but we did not visit it."
Privacy between sites: Belle Isle State Park Campground offers spacious sites. A camper reports, "Only 30 sites, all which have electric/water hookup. Most sites are shady and level, with lots of space between."
Seasonal activities: Bethpage Camp-Resort hosts special events throughout their operating season. One visitor shared, "Casino night was a blast! Overall a family friendly place with plenty for the kids to do!"
What you should know
Bugs can be intense: Some waterfront locations have significant insect activity. A Belle Isle camper warned, "We had super mutant mosquitoes and horse flies. They were resisitant to citronella candles, essential oils, and bug spray with 40% deet."
Year-round vs. seasonal operations: Most campgrounds near Aylett operate year-round, but with varying amenities. Bethpage Camp-Resort runs from April through mid-November only.
Resident camper presence: R & D Family Campground and several others feature a mix of transient and permanent sites. A visitor observed, "Park appeared clean. Had a basketball hoop and wooded area. Residence appeared to be permanent and friendly."
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for different ages: Bethpage Camp-Resort offers varied water options. A visitor explained, "The lake and pools are fantastic. We love having both options for spending some time in the water. The playgrounds are large and fun for the younger kids."
Kid-friendly biking: Pocahontas State Park Campground provides safe cycling areas. A camper noted, "Clean and huge campsites, great pool, great hiking and biking trails."
Halloween events: Several campgrounds offer special Halloween programming. One Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA visitor simply stated, "Had a great time for Halloween here. Will be back."
Tips from RVers
Shower and laundry availability: Military Park Fort AP Hill offers clean facilities. A reviewer mentioned, "I liked the RV Rec Facility because it has clean showers and toilets, coin washer/dryer, games, microwave and a seating area."
Cell reception varies: Connectivity can be spotty at campgrounds near Aylett. One camper at Belle Isle reported, "Verizon: 2 bars of LTE."
Site surface types: Many campgrounds offer a mix of gravel and concrete pads. At Americamps RV Resort, "All the sites were level, most were gravel, but some were concrete pads. All style sites include a picnic table and fire ring."
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Aylett, VA from Richmond, VA?
How far is Aylett, VA from Richmond, VA?
Aylett, VA is approximately 35-40 miles northeast of Richmond, VA, making it about a 45-minute drive depending on traffic conditions. This convenient distance allows campers to use Richmond-area campgrounds like Pocahontas State Park Campground as a base for day trips. The drive between the two locations follows primarily Route 360, providing easy access for those looking to explore both areas while camping in the region.
What camping is available near Aylett, VA?
What camping is available near Aylett, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Aylett, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 73 campgrounds and RV parks near Aylett, VA and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Aylett, VA?
Which is the most popular campground near Aylett, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Aylett, VA is Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 25 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Aylett, VA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Aylett, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Aylett, VA.
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