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Staunton River State Park Campground permits pets throughout its established sites, welcoming both tent and RV campers with dogs at no extra fee. Several campgrounds around South Boston allow pets including Callahan's Hideaway, Buffalo Park, and North Bend Park. Most sites provide essential amenities for pet owners with drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and waste disposal facilities. Visitors consistently note the quiet atmosphere at these campgrounds creates a relaxed environment for dogs sensitive to noise. Mayo Lake Park and Paradise Lake & Campground also maintain pet-friendly policies. Campsite proximity to water access points makes these locations convenient for dogs that enjoy swimming, though pets must remain leashed in common areas and on trails throughout these facilities.
The trail systems surrounding these campgrounds accommodate leashed pets with varying difficulty levels. Staunton River State Park offers multiple hiking paths along the river suitable for dogs of all activity levels, with most trails rated easy to moderate. Several miles of trails allow for both hiking and biking with pets, though visitors should watch for occasional horse traffic and waste on shared pathways. Buffalo Park provides lake access with opportunities for dogs to swim in designated areas. The International Dark Sky designation at Staunton River State Park means exceptionally quiet evenings for campers concerned about their dogs disturbing others during nighttime stargazing activities. The park's visitors center lends telescopes at no charge, allowing campers to enjoy astronomy activities while keeping pets at their sites.
"We camped here again at Staunton River State Park, this time we stayed in site 21, which is an electric site near the bathrooms/showers and one of the best for viewing stars."
"Site was built into a hill and had several steps leading up to it. Much smaller site than we are used to at VA State parks."
from $27 - $121 / night
Check Availability"Campgrounds are right next to the water for easy access. Pet friendly which is a must. Great place to go during the summer."
"If you have dogs like we do that hate squirrels they drove them nuts- squirrels running around in our campsite and up trees in our campsite. And while walking around."
from $21 - $427 / night
Check Availability"Very nice place to walk and lots of sight seeing close by and shor t walk or drive to the water"
"One mile walk to Buffalo park a beautiful place with lots of history. I love it .Great day for a picnic ."
from $22 - $53 / night
Check Availability"We had easy access to the lake from our camper where we did some kayaking. Priced extremely reasonable. If you have to have cell phone service it is very spotty."
"There is a single dump station near the entrance. The road leading to the camping area is single lane so if you meet another camper going the other way it could get a little dicey."
from $12 - $25 / night
Check Availability"We had a blast it was the weekend prior Labor Day we fished saw old friends in Virginia and had a wonderful time. The stuff was amazing"
"Also in shower house the lights are motioned sensored which are super inconvenient when you're the only one in there and it cuts off 2 or 3 times while your showering and you have to carefully walk in"
"We stayed at the west Bank which offered a great view of the lake. We stayed at camp number 7. There is many activity to do here such as fishing."
from $24 - $68 / night
Check Availability"We stayed overnight on the lake (#45). The campground is very well maintained with clean restrooms. Though predominantly longer term campers, all sites were tidy."
"The walking trail was nice but you will for sure want to take an extra large can of deep woods off or equivalent. There are swarms of large flys all around the water on the trail."
"The exception to this is people putting old rugs or carpet around the shore where the park their boats."
"They were giving g out treats for my dogs which I thought was a great gesture. Facilities are clean as always."
from $24 - $68 / night
Check Availability"I loved the lakefront location in back of C loop and that it was 2 tiered which made the site very private with a lower level table, fire-ring, and gravel site. Well maintained campground."
"Kerr Reservoir (or Buggs Island Lake at is mostly referred as) has the best Bass fishing this side of the Mississippi, and they hold Bass tournaments here on a regular basis."
from $24 - $125 / night
Check Availability"Half of the sites are right on the lake shore."
from $24 - $68 / night
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LegendReally well thought out campground for RV. Plenty of pull through and back in sites. Level sites, utilities are well placed and good height. Well maintained…you can tell staff takes pride in campground. Multiple dog parks….so convenient so you have one close to your area. Lots of recreation, great pickle ball area and pool. Laundry is honor system per load …pay in office.
TravelerWater Water everywhere. Paddle boards....canoes if you have them this is a great place to go. Campgrounds are right next to the water for easy access. Pet friendly which is a must. Great place to go during the summer.
TravelerLove hiking here with the family and friends plenty of beautiful family and pet friendly trails.
TravelerKimball Point is the BEST. Huge fresh water lake, large camping spots, large sandy beach, playground for kids, very well groomed, moor your boat in the water at your camp site, big boat ramp, pet friendly, great walking areas, tent & RV spaces, NC State run park. Only negative it's hard to book a space. You need to book it EXACTLY 6 months out, call at 08:00 in morning.
GuideSite 16 Left (non-electric) September 18-21, 2020 Average Daily Temp: 76 Average Night Temp: 51 Arrived on a beautiful early Fall Friday afternoon. Host was extremely friendly and welcoming. He offered great advice and information for this first time visit. Firewood is not available on site. You have to travel back to a self service trailer about 4 miles near the local CVS on Route 58. In my humble opinion, Site 16 was the best view of the Lake and has easy accessibility (see photos). Because of the low evening temps, most of the non-electric sites were empty. We basically had run of the area. Pet friendly and very well kept areas. Rock pad for parking and tent set up. Bring a pad if you plan on sleeping on the ground. Two tables, fire pit, and lantern post on sites. Boat parking available close to this site. Swimming was fantastic. Fishing was even better. Will be back.
TravelerI’ll be honest. I didn’t know places could be this awesome. We are beginning campers and this was beyond our expectation. The views are incredible. (Be sure to watch the sunset. We went in the fall and I’ve never seen colors so bright.) Most sites are waterfront with the possibility of a beach or at least a bulkhead with water views. Picnic tables and great fire pits at each site. Showers/bathrooms are not the closest to sites but if you don’t mind a walk they are not a problem. There are port o johns in one location also. So many water access points for fishing or entering the water for swimming or kayaking. Boat ramp on location at Kimball Point. Beautiful walking areas but no hiking or long trails. Pavilion area and open lake sitting areas were available. Our site had 50/30/20 amp and I’m assuming most do as well. The website didn’t say that and I see this app has 30 only. Pets were permitted. Park ranger drove around often. The most amazing Dollar General ever was about 10 minutes away if you need a quick trip. Everything from tents to giant fifth wheels were there so it’s a great place no matter what you have.
LegendAnother site I have camped at while fishing in Kerr lake. All the sites around this lake are good and this one is no exception. Easy access by car, park right next to your site which are nearly all lakeside.
Toilet facilities are available. Sites are all clean and kept in good condition.
Be aware that if there has been heavy rain the lake level will rise considerably and I had to move my tent further away from the waters edge to avoid being flooded out.
Not too many bugs in the summer months and great views of the night sky when clear.
I would recommend this site for families as well.
The lake seems safe to swim in during the summer months.
Fires are allowed there are some fire rings as well.
LegendTucked away in the lush, verdant forests north of Raleigh, here at Bullocksville Park, you’ll discover camping and cabin grounds that are just a short hike from the nearby Lake Kerr, but far enough away from any roadside noisy traffic.
This is a complete natural respite that is incredibly quiet(save the roar of noise from nature!). The grounds themselves are laid out superbly, from 3-4 independent campground sites(in fact, some are across the road from whence you arrived) with blended options for both RV’s and real campers who use tents.
There are a number of amenities and diversions, such as boat ramps for motored-boats, kayaking, canoeing, as well as playgrounds for the kiddos, a big gathering hall that can be rented, several picnic areas and shelters along with countless hiking trails. For anyone visiting North Carolina or for nearby residents who just want to get away from the concrete jungle, then Bullocksville Park is definitely worth a look.
I will end on this point - I have not come across any such amazing camping gem in all of North Carolina than this splendid campground at Bullocksville. You'll be lucky (and hopefully very grateful) for getting a piece of land here in front of this gorgeous lake if you book well in advance.
Happy Camping!
ScoutSite C196. I loved the lakefront location in back of C loop and that it was 2 tiered which made the site very private with a lower level table, fire-ring, and gravel site. Well maintained campground. Swim beaches and boating. Dogs are not allowed on beaches in this loop - not sure about other loops. Lots of great dog walking/people walking trails or riding bikes. Very clean bathhouse. Site 193 would be another amazing site. My site had a slight grade and was gravel.
Staunton River State Park Campground maintains pet-friendly campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, and water hookups for both tent and RV camping. Pets must remain leashed throughout the park's established campground areas. Four-legged companions are welcome at multiple accommodations including tent sites, RV spots with electric hookups, and select cabins. Buffalo Park, North Bend Park, and Rudds Creek Campground also permit pets with standard leash requirements. Visitors with pets appreciate the stargazing opportunities at Staunton River, designated as an International Dark Sky Park where telescopes can be borrowed from the visitor center. The park's large gift shop, playground facilities, and clean hot showers enhance the camping experience for families traveling with dogs.
The trail system offers multiple pet exercise options with paths running along the river that are suitable for leashed dogs. Most trails are rated easy to moderate, making them appropriate for all fitness levels, though hikers should watch for horse droppings on multi-use paths. Mayo Lake Park provides pet-friendly waterfront access ideal for dogs who enjoy swimming, with campsites positioned near the shoreline for convenient water activities. Hyco Lake State Park Campground and Paradise Lake & Campground feature similar water access points suitable for pets. The region experiences hot summer temperatures, so campers should ensure pets have adequate shade and fresh water, especially when enjoying outdoor activities. Cell service is spotty in some areas like Mayo Lake Park, so downloading veterinary contact information before arrival is recommended.
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