Round Hill, Virginia sits at an elevation of 590 feet in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The camping season typically runs from April through October, with summer temperatures averaging 85-90°F during the day and 60-65°F at night. Most campgrounds near Round Hill offer direct water access, with the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers creating numerous waterfront camping options.
What to do
Tubing the Shenandoah: Watermelon Park Campground offers affordable tube rentals with shuttle service. "Cheap tube rentals with busses that take you 2-3 miles up the road and drop you at boat landing. Bring your own tubes and have a camp member drop you off as well," notes Matt S.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Many campsites provide direct AT access. At Sky Meadows State Park, campers appreciate the historic hiking options. "There is a stretch of trail that they deem the 'old AT' before it was relocated. Part of the trail cuts through some areas with cows - beware the cow pies!" advises David S.
Historical tours: Civil War sites and historic towns surround the area. "Location, Location, Location! Close proximity to plenty of historic and tourist places to visit. The Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center is literally next door. Harpers Ferry Lower Town and Bolivar Heights are a few minutes by car," explains Matt S. about camping at Harpers Ferry KOA.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Sites along the Potomac River rank among the best places to camp near Round Hill, Virginia. "Beautiful walk-in sites along river and C&O canal," describes Mike V. about Antietam Creek Campground. "Each site has a path down to the Potomac River. The Potomac is mostly flat with some 'swirlies' for experienced paddlers. I also saw some people tubing," adds Michelle N.
C&O Canal towpath: Biking and walking the historic towpath is a major draw. "Situated next to the river so half of the sites have river views. Nice boat loading ramp and dock for fishing. Also situated on the C&O canal, so you could walk or bike for miles in either direction for hours! Harpers Ferry is only 6 miles away on the trail," explains Susan K. at Brunswick Family Campground.
Well-maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention clean amenities. "The sites and clean and spacious. The bathrooms are also clean and have hot showers. The are tons of amenities here. Really great for beginner campers," notes Daniel S. about Bull Run Regional Park.
What you should know
Train noise: Several campgrounds sit near active rail lines. "Brunswick train station and depot is just a few hundred feet away and you can hear trains at all times of the night," warns Sherri C. about Brunswick Family Campground. "The proximity to the tracks means that if the sound doesn't wake you up, the rumbling ground will. Every hour through the night," adds another camper.
Reservation requirements: Top Round Hill camping locations fill quickly. "This was my first time staying at a KOA. We had previously stayed away because although we are glampers, this seemed too much like a resort and less like camping. And although this is true, we were pleasantly surprised with the conditions of the campground and how much fun we had here," explains Erin S.
Site privacy varies significantly: "The campground features four camp loops (1 with electric hookups for RVs, and one that accepts dogs). Each loop winds its way up a hillside, in a woodsy setting, so even though the sites are close to one another, you get a feeling of separation," explains Jonathan B. about Greenbrier State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Interactive nature programs: Parks offer ranger-led activities for kids. "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides," shares Bridget H. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Playgrounds and recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature playgrounds, pools and other entertainment. "This campground is huge, and very crowded. We were there in the days leading up to 4th of July, and there was not a single empty site. Tons of stuff to do here, especially for families: arts & crafts, indoor movie theatre, games, civil war reenactments, wine tastings, etc. We were certainly never bored, and the kids thought they had died and gone to heaven," describes Jen V.
Hike-in camping with kids: For a more adventurous family experience, consider the mile hike to campsites. "It's about a mile hike in to the campground, which sits in the woods in the park. They have wheelbarrows you can borrow to help bring in your stuff from the car," explains Katie M. about Sky Meadows State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some RV sites require extra blocking. "Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site (#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air," warns Matt S. about Harpers Ferry Civil War Battlefields KOA.
Access road limitations: Many campgrounds near Round Hill have narrow entry roads. "The road into the campground was badly in need of repair. Site was not level and infested with black flies," notes Robin about Brunswick Family Campground. Another camper adds, "All roads were very narrow and winding. We did fine with the pup, but can't imagine trying to navigate a large motorhome through there."
RV certification requirements: Some campgrounds have strict RV policies. "Made online Reservations without any problem. Walked into the campground office to get my spot & the first question was 'Do you have an RVIA Number'. That is when I was told I could not stay at Candy Hill. This was around 05:00 pm on Feb 3rd 2024," warns a camper.
