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Camping opportunities around Staffordsville, Virginia include a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed options along the New River corridor. Claytor Lake State Park Campground offers year-round accommodation for tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping options just south of Staffordsville, while Walnut Flats provides free dispersed camping with basic amenities. The region features numerous waterfront camping areas where visitors can enjoy proximity to rivers and lakes, with several sites situated directly on the New River, offering both recreational opportunities and scenic views.
Road conditions to campgrounds vary significantly across the region, with some sites requiring navigation on narrow, winding gravel roads. Most developed campgrounds like Claytor Lake and New River Junction provide water and electric hookups, while primitive sites typically offer only basic facilities such as pit toilets and fire rings. Weather in the area can change rapidly, especially in spring when heavy rains may cause the New River to overflow its banks and affect camping areas. Cell service is limited in many camping areas, particularly at more remote sites. A camper described their experience: "The New River can always be heard, the low rumble is peaceful at night. Overall, a nice and somewhat-remote camp that is accessible with a vehicle."
Several visitors note the region's mixed-use campgrounds provide excellent access to outdoor recreation. The New River serves as a central feature for many camping areas, with opportunities for fishing, swimming, and paddling directly from campsites. Campers frequently mention the beauty of morning fog rising off the water as a highlight of riverside camping. While some developed campgrounds like Eggleston Springs and Riverview offer full amenities including showers and electric hookups, others maintain a more rustic atmosphere with minimal facilities. Noise levels vary significantly between campgrounds – those closer to Interstate 81 experience consistent traffic noise, while river-adjacent sites feature the natural soundtrack of flowing water. During summer weekends, waterfront camping areas typically fill quickly, with many campers recommending reservations for established campgrounds during peak season.
Best Campgrounds near Staffordsville (158)
1. Claytor Lake State Park Campground
"Conveniently located bath house. We got sites right next to our friends where we wanted to be. The lake and beach area were beautiful. Sand was soft and very clean."
"Lots of space, cheap price, walking distance from the lake raccoons and skunks everywhere all night."
from $24 - $459 / night
Check Availability2. New River Junction Campground
"The campground is not far from Virginia Tech and so there were several other campers staying a few nights with plans to go to the football game."
"Several RV sites located right on Beautiful New River. Tent camping also available."
3. Walnut Flats
"nice little free campground with about 5 sites with grill fire rings level gravel drive with tent pad and lantern pole, restrooms but I didn't use them well water pump for drinking water but didn't use"
"Occasional.peiole driving through but a great experience!"
4. Eggleston Springs Campground
"This was the first campground we got to try in Virginia and it did not disappoint! There’s a lot of ppl who stay here long term bc it’s so great."
from $30 - $50 / night
Check Availability5. Walnut Flats Campground
"1st: The water pump doesn't work at location. Bring your own water. 2nd: Bring all you need before you camp out. There is one gas station to find resources 2.2 miles from campsite."
"Good hikes nearby, nothing too difficult and all are beautiful. The Appalachian Trail is close to the site, find some thru hikers and make some trail magic!"
6. Whitt Riverbend Park
"Cozy little site not too far from the main highway! Checked this out on my way to Tennessee. Primitive camping but has plenty of natural wonders to keep you busy!"
from $5 / night
Check Availability7. Wytheville KOA
"Easy exit off Rt 81, with several truck stops/gas stations at the exit to fill up. The roads are a bit hilly going into the campground, but we didn’t experience any issues."
"We stayed here for 1 night, to break up an 8-hour drive home from points south. The facility is very well maintained, the staff is very friendly and the location was convenient (1 mile off of 81)."
from $50 - $170 / night
Check Availability8. Camp Success
"Beautiful spot on the New River in Giles County, VA located right outside downtown Narrows. There's a Disc Golf Course, Fishing, Camping, and Community Events. Well kept, clean, and perfect."
"I didn’t camp here, but I took out my kayak at the boat ramp and looked around. Vault M/F toilet, BYOTP. No hookups and I didn’t see a water spigot. Plenty of shade. Closed during flood."
9. Riverview Campground
from $10 - $14 / night
Check Availability10. Fort Chiswell RV Park
"While driving out to the monument in his honor I found this site and loved what I saw!"
"Fort Chiswell RV park in Virginia is a very clean park beautiful trees paved driveways and a bathroom that is very clean and at the end of the bathrooms actually have tables at Pavilion They have Wi-Fi"
from $35 - $38 / night
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Drive Time
- 30 min from Blacksburg, VA
- 1 hr 5 min from Beckley, WV
- 1 hr 39 min from Winston-Salem, NC
Recent Camping Photos near Staffordsville, VA
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Recent Reviews near Staffordsville, VA
651 Reviews of 158 Staffordsville Campgrounds
- FFrancie C.Scout
Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA
Fantastic campground
The campground is beautiful and extremely well maintained. The entire staff is friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Very quiet, adjoins the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the small community of Fancy Gap is interesting.
- CChris H.
GuideDixie Caverns
Typical rural campground
I stayed at Dixie Caverns Campground for two weekend nights and found it to be a good value for the money. This is a very basic campground, so if you're looking for resort-style amenities like a pool, playground, or organized activities, this probably isn't the place for you. However, if you understand what a typical rural campground is like, you'll likely find it meets expectations. One of the biggest advantages is the location. The campground is in the Dixie Caverns parking lot, making it incredibly convenient to visit the caves, and campers receive a discount on cave tours. There is also a brand-new gas station and Which Wich sandwich shop within sight of the campground, which made grabbing fuel, snacks, or a quick meal very easy. The staff deserves special recognition. Everyone I encountered was exceptionally friendly, helpful, and welcoming, honestly some of the nicest campground staff I've met anywhere. The sites are fairly small and close together, but all the hookups worked properly during my stay, including water, sewer, and electric. I had read reviews complaining about unlevel sites and roads, but I didn't experience any issues with leveling my rig. The bathhouse was about what I'd expect from a rural campground. It was functional, but it could use a fresh coat of paint and a more thorough cleaning. It wasn't anything unusual for an older campground, but it is an area that could use some attention. One thing to be aware of is the road noise. The campground sits close to a roadway, so you'll hear traffic throughout much of the day and night. There are also some older RVs in the campground that add a bit of character and are interesting to look at. Overall, Dixie Caverns Campground is not fancy, but it was affordable, convenient, and served its purpose well. If you're a very particular camper who wants premium amenities and a pristine campground experience, you may want to look elsewhere. But if you're looking for a reasonably priced place to stay with great staff and reliable hookups, I'd say it's exactly what you'd expect for the money and maybe a little better thanks to the outstanding people who run it.
- EEric W.Guide
Summer Wind RV Park
Super convenient & peaceful
An exceptional setting, this RV park is conveniently located next to I-64 in the mountains of WV. While during the day one can hear the traffic, it’s not that bad, and it’s not loud at night. The park sits adjacent to a cattle ranch nestled in the mountains. All arrangements are made via text and payments are made via cash or Venmo. You definitely get a sense of community with the other campers here as all seem to be very courteous and cordial at the time of my stay. Sites are gravel and fairly level. A very clean and well kept bathhouse is on the premises. Laundry can also be done here with a load costing $2 to wash and $2 to dry. Currently there is no camp host but the park does have quite the surveillance camera set up. WiFi is also available and it works extremely well! All sites are pull-thru. I only planned to stay for one night but enjoyed it so much I decided to stay for two. I most certainly will be staying here during my next trip through WV!
John P.ScoutFairy Stone State Park Campground
Nice new sites
This is a nice little place with level sites and easy shower/restroom access. I thought it was a little pricey and we had to drive to the lake, but it's a nice place to paddle board or kayak because they don't allow motor boats. They have a nice beach that our kid liked. You also have to the fairy stone hunting ground - we didn't find any. But there's a cool hiking trail with a couple of abandoned mine entrances.
Cari E.
RangerLittle Beaver State Park Campground
Nice trails, an okay site
The second time I stayed was in site 36, which was far preferable to 41 as it was a larger site, but still moderately unlevel. Fun hiking trails down the creek and close proximity to New River Gorge.
- Cari E.Ranger
Little Beaver State Park Campground
Ok campground, close to New River Gorge
I ended up enjoying the park more than expected—disc golf was a nice surprise! However I found that loop 2 wasn’t nearly as nice or spacious as the other camping areas. The sites were small and unlevel, but the bathrooms were nice enough for a state park. I enjoyed walks around the lake (lots of fun fungi and fish to spy) but the main draw for me was the proximity to New River Gorge—only a 20-25 min drive.
Jennifer H.
TravelerNew River Trail Cabins
Cozy, clean, beautiful cabins and fun area!
Beautiful decor and extremely clean interior. The bed is very comfortable and linens are crisp and inviting. You can tell they don't harsh products because your skin is not itchy. The kitchen accommodations are perfect for a family with refrigerator, microwave and gas grill included with every cabin. The jacuzzi tub is a nice touch. Plenty of towels and even robes to use!
The rocking chairs on the back porch allow you to sip coffee, while watching trout swim in Chestnut Creek. The exteriors are clean as well. The grounds are natural and well maintained. There is also a nice common area with chairs and a firepit with wood to use.
The staff was pleasant and helpful.
We went to the local movie theater and a splash pad and park for the kids in town. The downtown 4th of July parade was wonderful! We rode the Blue Ridge Parkway which is very close by and enjoyed live music at the Blue Ridge Music Center. The cabins are about 30 minutes to Mt. Airy (Mayberry). Local antiques, coffee shops, specialty stores are abundant. Car Shiws on Thursday monthly downtown and BINGO at the Moose Lodge here in Galax is the best which is on Tuesdays. If you are an antique lover or picker don't miss my favorites, many in downtown Galax and a couple coffee shops and make sure you go to "Nest and Hive" in Fancy Gap and "The River House And Home Company" in Hillsville. You won't regret it!
I've been coming here for 20 years and will 20 more. The mountains are calling!
- SSydneyTraveler
Little Beaver State Park Campground
Quiet and Clean
We stayed at Little Beaver in late June and were overall very pleased with the campground! Site 38 is probably the most private within loop 1 (tent camp area) its two buddy sites are a little ways away (shouting distance) with plenty of trees in between. The site is relatively level and pretty rocky. Note that there is a walking path that runs directly behind the site and will take you over to loop 2. There weren't too many people using it while we were there though. Camp staff were friendly and helpful, if you get a confirmation email there is no need to check in you can drive straight to your campsite.
The one drawback of this campground is how far away the bathrooms are. You have to drive to the bathrooms/showers from loop 1. It's about a 10 minute walk. Tough in the middle of the night...
This is always a toss up, but while we were there the campground was very quiet even with most of sites booked.
Beautiful little walking path around a small lake that you can take paddle boats out on. Also a few little picnic areas and more than one playground, including one right by the lake and one right by the camp office.
We went white water rafting with ACE (had a great time!) which was about 45 min away and my parents who were camping with us went on a bridge walk (also about 45 min away) and enjoyed that, too.
Overall, great campground to explore New River Gorge area.
Guide to Staffordsville
Camping sites near Staffordsville, Virginia offer diverse terrain along the New River watershed, where elevations range from 1,700 to 2,300 feet. The region experiences frequent temperature swings in spring and fall, with overnight lows often dropping 20-30 degrees below daytime highs. Most camping areas in this region remain open from April through October, with limited winter options available at Claytor Lake.
What to do
Fishing access points: Several campsites provide direct river access for anglers seeking smallmouth bass. At New River Junction Campground, campers can "bring your fishing pole for some great catch and release fishing" according to Robert J., who notes the campground has a boat ramp available for river access.
Tubing adventures: The gentle currents of the New River create ideal conditions for tubing during summer months. New River Junction offers "inner tub or canoe rentals and a shuttle bus that brings you back to the campgrounds" as mentioned by Robert J., making it convenient for campers to enjoy water recreation without arranging transportation.
Basketball and recreation: Some campgrounds maintain sports facilities for campers seeking land-based activities. At Wytheville KOA, families appreciate that it's "terrific for family fun with arcade, wagon and train rides around the campground, craft time, pool and fishing," according to Lisa T., who visited with children.
What campers like
Riverside camping sites: Many campers praise the waterfront locations available throughout the region. Amanda J. described her experience at Eggleston Springs Campground: "The campsite was great! Right up against the river with beautiful mountain back drop. Most camp sites have electricity and a fire pit."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses and shower facilities rank high on camper priorities. At Claytor Lake State Park, Michelle W. noted: "Plenty clean bathrooms and hot showers. Wood, ice and soda machines available. It's my favorite go-to campground!"
Free camping options: Budget-conscious travelers appreciate the no-cost sites in the area. Walnut Flats offers "five established camp sites with fire rings and picnic tables" according to Alice S., who added that "the bathroom is a pit style but it was still clean and didn't smell."
What you should know
Train noise: Railroad tracks run parallel to the New River, affecting several campgrounds with noise. At New River Junction, Cristina R. warned: "There were about 8 trains that passed through on our first night which led us to not sleeping well! So bring ear plugs!"
Water conditions: The New River's depth and current vary seasonally, affecting water activities. Robert J. mentions the ability to "float down River to a shuttle bus that brings you back to the campgrounds" at New River Junction, but other campers note seasonal variations in water levels.
Cell coverage limitations: Signal strength varies significantly across the Staffordsville area. At Walnut Flats Campground, Alice S. noted "there is no internet access but there is enough signal you can get text sometimes. You need to drive about ten minutes to the gas station to get dependable coverage."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation safety: The New River has variable depths and rocky sections requiring supervision. At Riverview Campground, Alicia L. observed that you "can access river from some sites, but steep in some areas" and recommended using the available ramp for safer water entry.
Evening entertainment options: Campfire activities provide entertainment when daylight fades. Alicia L. shared her experience at Riverview Campground: "I loved sitting by the river at night with a fire going; whole different vibe than any other campground I've visited!"
Kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer dedicated children's activities and facilities. At Wytheville KOA, Lisa T. appreciated the "arcade, wagon and train rides around the campground, craft time, pool and fishing" that kept her family entertained throughout their stay.
Tips from RVers
Maneuvering large rigs: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger vehicles. Miguel E. noted about Sportsman Campground: "It's also very tight. I have a 35' BP and it was difficult getting it in."
Seasonal flooding awareness: The New River can overflow its banks during heavy rain periods. Kathy L. described Claytor Lake State Park Campground as "good for a one night stopover and we would return for that purpose. Clean, convenient sites off highway 81. Not much privacy between sites because they're quite close together but there are trees."
Overnight temperature planning: The mountain elevation causes significant temperature drops after sunset. John R. who stayed at Claytor Lake noted: "Did some Jeep camping here in November. Nice bathroom facilities and showers. Very clean. Hiking trails all accessible from the camp areas. My spot had electric and water hook ups."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Staffordsville, VA?
What camping is available near Staffordsville, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Staffordsville, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 158 campgrounds and RV parks near Staffordsville, VA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Staffordsville, VA?
Which is the most popular campground near Staffordsville, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Staffordsville, VA is Claytor Lake State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 26 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Staffordsville, VA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Staffordsville, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Staffordsville, VA.
What parks are near Staffordsville, VA?
What parks are near Staffordsville, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Staffordsville, VA that allow camping, notably Bluestone Lake and George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.
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