Remington, Virginia sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with an elevation ranging from 300 to 400 feet above sea level. The region experiences four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and moderate winters, making spring and fall ideal for camping trips. The area's campgrounds typically experience high occupancy during October when fall foliage peaks and temperatures average 65°F during daylight hours.
What to do
Riverside recreation: Rappahannock River Campground offers direct water access for fishing, swimming, and tubing. "Great spot right next to the Rappahannock River, plenty of place to set up camp. Had water on site with a fire pit and picnic table too! It was super easy to get down to the water and there was plenty of spots to explore," notes Nicholas S.
Disc golf courses: Bull Run Regional Park features a full 18-hole disc golf course within walking distance of campsites. One visitor mentioned, "This park has too many amenities to list. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides."
Historical exploration: Civil War history surrounds the camping areas near Remington. Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA provides convenient access to Fredericksburg's historical sites. A camper recommended, "In fredericksburg be sure to do the trolley tour," which covers key battlefield sites and monuments within a 30-minute drive.
Nature programs: Many campgrounds offer ranger-led activities seasonally. "Big Meadows Campground was wonderful. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Bear box for food storage. Loved seeing the deer so close and other wildlife," shares Terri S. about the wildlife viewing opportunities.
What campers like
Quiet, secluded spots: Rappahannock River Campground receives praise for its peaceful setting. "This campground is off the beaten path and QUIET! The sites are well-spaced and lovely. We stayed overnight passing thru. We'll be back with this as a destination for kayaking. The river access is fantastic!" writes Jen T.
Clean facilities: Shenandoah River State Park Campground maintains high standards for bathrooms and showers. "Virginia has the best state park campgrounds. Water and electric. Large sites. The bathrooms are clean with separate shower rooms," reports Adam and Suzanne B.
Stargazing opportunities: The rural location offers minimal light pollution. A visitor to Rappahannock River noted, "We did go back out to the field at night to do some star gazing and that was beautiful."
Fishing access: Multiple locations offer shoreline fishing without permits. "There are indoor and outdoor pools, a lakeside beach, a well stocked campground store and two fishing lakes and a fishing pond to choose from," reports Dan & Karen M. about Wilderness Presidential Resort.
What you should know
Primitive facilities at some sites: Rappahannock River Campground offers a more rustic experience. "Great off the grid experience. Showers were hot. Toilets are a porta potty type. Great for a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle," explains Amanda T.
Seasonal variations in crowds: Big Meadows Campground becomes particularly busy during fall color season. "After several nights of not sleeping at a busy campground at another national park, I was prepared for no sleep here. But that was not the case. Though this campground is HUGE, the sites are not piled on top of each other," reports Veronica S.
Weather considerations: The region experiences temperature swings in spring and fall. One winter camper at Big Meadows noted, "It was an especially cold night hitting a low of 14F. Very happy for the nearby heated restrooms with hot running water."
Reservation requirements: Most glamping accommodations near Remington require advance booking. "The sites are clean and spacious. The bathrooms are also clean and have hot showers," reports one camper about facilities.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Christopher Run Campground offers swimming options for children. "The campground is pretty big and has a wonderful beach with swim access to the lake. The beach is well maintained and campsites are spacious," writes Brooke V.
Playground proximity: Request sites near play areas when booking. "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious," shares a family camper at Bull Run Regional Park.
Organized activities: Family-oriented glamping in Remington, Virginia often includes scheduled events. "This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it. We stayed in a cabin for 2 nights and had a great time. The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt."
Child-friendly glamping: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers structured activities for children. "The kids loved running off in the open field and playing on the zip line. We loved that we could see them from our site. The birthday boy also loved the outdoor laser tag!" shares Jen O.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness varies: Come prepared with leveling blocks. "Our site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," advises Drew M. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Hookup availability: Pohick Bay Campground offers electric and water. "Sites are spacious and decently level (depends on the site I'm sure). Amenities and such are what you'd expect - clean but not new," notes Kristen M.
Maneuverability considerations: Some glamping sites have tree constraints. "We camped here in a cabin on a long weekend trip to DC. This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it," shares a visitor who opted for a cabin instead of bringing an RV.
Dump station access: Most parks offer this service but location varies. "Campground is nice. Check in was a breeze. The only drawback is that it is not quite. There is a shooting range in the park. It is on a flight path for DCA. And, I66 is not that far away," reports Drew M. about ambient noise considerations for overnight stays.
