The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Prospect. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Prospect is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Prospect, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
$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."
"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."
"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."
$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."
$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!"
"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!"
$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."
$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!"
$30 - $420 / night
$25 - $140 / night
"First time camping in any part of Virginia, very nice and clean campground, not too much outside noise besides the random car driving on the one road near by."
"We set up camp then walked over to the brewery/ restaurant for some flights and dinner. I recommend grabbing some growlers to go. Showers and restrooms were clean."
ScoutStayed 5-5-25 It was clean, creek for water if you have filter. Nice fire ring and wood. Did not see another person.
TravelerRemote 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
TravelerBooked last minute on a Wednesday night they had two openings. Sites are very spacious and good distance between other campers. Nice privacy. Large Bath house dump stations were great. Some sites were very level. We were on site seven which was very long but very unlevel. .
GuideThis is our second stay here. It is quiet and always clean, pet and family friendly. Trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. And if that’s not enough, you can go down to the river and fish, kayak/canoe or go boating.
GuideFirst time camping in any part of Virginia, very nice and clean campground, not too much outside noise besides the random car driving on the one road near by. The Brewery itself is far enough away you don’t hear anything going on there unless there’s live music, they make some very good beer though. All around great views from our specific site of the mountains. Will be going back.
GuideNice camping spot in George Washington NF. There are multiple spots along the road - some are drive in and some require you to park and walk in. Definitely get there early to get a prime spot. We didn’t arrive until late afternoon but we were able to snag one down toward the end of the road. The spot was nice and flat, backed up to a little creek and had an established stone fire ring.
My only complaint - that whoever used it last decided to walk a few yards down the trail and use the bathroom right in the middle of the path, leaving their mess and a pile of used wipes on the ground. Gross.
Other than that disgusting discovery this is a very nice woodsy campsite close to Natural Bridge!
GuideGetting a premium tent spot allowed us to arrive late and already be checked in. We had an amazing view. Bathrooms very clean. Short walk the brewery. The only negative was you’re not allowed to bring your own wood and it’s cash only, no atm’s on site, it would have been nice to scan a barcode to pay for the wood if there wasn’t someone there to take card payments. Will definitely return.
ScoutSuper amazing person at check in! Easy reservations. Nice, inexpensive spot for a last-minute decision to get out of the house.
TravelerThe site was a large group site in the trees. Private. Fire ring and picnic table. Everything you could need. Walking distance to the bath house, which was nicer than expected. Lovely trails. Ice and firewood available. Excellent checkin experience. Walk to Devils Backbone Brewery - so fun; even had a patio for our dog. Cell service was PRIMO! Loved it - biking hiking close by. We'll be back soon. Highly recommend.
Camping near Prospect, 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 choose from.
Camping near Prospect, Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you’re looking for a quiet getaway or a fun-filled family trip, you’ll find a spot that suits your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Prospect, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 57 campgrounds and RV parks near Prospect, VA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Prospect, VA is Holliday Lake State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 10 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Prospect, VA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Prospect, VA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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