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Cavitts Creek Park near Tazewell allows pets throughout its primitive loop and RV camping areas, with dedicated tent sites spaced a comfortable distance apart. Most tent sites feature shade trees that provide cooling shelter for dogs during summer months. Hungry Mother State Park's Royal Oak Campground also welcomes pets, offering wooden tent platforms that provide excellent drainage during rainy weather—particularly beneficial for keeping pets dry and comfortable. Both parks provide access to water sources near camping areas, though pet owners should bring portable water bowls for convenience. The shower facilities at Hungry Mother are exceptionally clean and well-maintained, while Cavitts Creek features more rustic facilities in the primitive camping loop. Little Tumbling Creek offers a free dispersed camping option for those traveling with pets, featuring a secluded clearing beside a creek that provides natural water access for dogs. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on pet-friendly campgrounds near Tazewell, Virginia.
Chestnut Knob Shelter along the Appalachian Trail provides a pet-friendly hiking destination with camping opportunities at the summit clearing. Dogs particularly enjoy the trails surrounding Hungry Mother Lake, with the 5-6 mile perimeter path offering excellent exercise for active breeds. Campers should note that all Virginia State Parks require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times, and owners must clean up after their animals. During summer months at Hungry Mother, the lake provides excellent swimming and kayaking opportunities, though pets are typically restricted from designated human swimming areas. The trails around Burkes Garden (nicknamed God's Thumbprint) offer spectacular mountain views that dog owners can enjoy while hiking with their pets. Wildlife encounters are possible throughout the region, so keeping dogs leashed protects both native animals and pets from potentially dangerous interactions.
"You will get your exercise walking the rolling loop still campground and hill. There is a yurt in this campground with a nice deck."
"The amenities cannot be missed - beach with bath house and snack bar, interpretive center with children’s activities, on-site restaurant with wonderful lake view, $8 kayak rentals, well-kept paddle boats"
from $27 / night
Check Availability"They are pet friendly for campers/RV's!! We stayed in site 44 and LOVED it!! Close enough to the bathrooms that we just used those and showered in there as well!"
"We had our grand-dog with us and she had a blast playing ball. Sites are electric ONLY. No water or sewer available. Even though reservation folks said otherwise."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful lake surrounded by gorgeous mountains, hiking, fishing and boating, amazing staff, very clean shower houses and laundry facility! Very family oriented and pet friendly!"
"Tent sites were spaced a decent distance apart. Most were treed and had some shade during the day. The RV parking was a gravel lot with large RVs packed in tight."
from $11 - $79 / night
Check Availability"This was our first visit to a Virginia State Park and we were impressed."
"Has multiple pull through sites, bath house and laundry close by. We were there during off season so some of the park was closed and they collected payment through honor system."
from $37 - $41 / night
Check Availability"We've made this hike several times with our dogs. It is a great shorter hike with great views over Burkes Garden (nicknamed God's Thumbprint). At the top is a clearing where camping is possible."
"Don’t make the same mistake I did and tent camp outside in a huge storm - just stay inside!"
"Only down fall is if you have a big fifth wheel turning into the off road area trailer may hit box of your truck. Caution may damage your vehicles."
"We stayed here to visit friends close by and we also drove to WV to raft New River, about 90 minutes away."
from $39 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Please respect the distance advice and don't feed them. We witnessed a lady attempting to pet the stallion of the herd, not respecting his signs to make her back off."
"I was car camping with my cat and found a great flat area to park at site #9. Hiking was very close by and the wild ponies were so cool! Camp hosts offered ice and firewood."
from $27 - $98 / night
Check Availability"Brought our GD 24mav toyhauler with the talon to ride the Hatfield McCoy trails. I guess we got the deluxe rv spot, however the price didn't."
"Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek. Flat field area for camping on way. Several spots by creek for van or tent camping."
"The lake is amazing. hey have canoes, paddle boards and kayaks. Pretty quick at night and the kids around the around rode bikes for ever! The wifi did not work."
from $37 / night
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GuideThis place is amazing!! Dog park needs to be updated but the fact they had a dog park was amazing. There was live music, karaoke, candy scavenger hunts for kids, even a bowling ally! I recommend this 100%
TravelerBy far the best KOA I have stayed at. This place is huge and some thing for everyone. Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly.
TravelerNice, clean campground with friendly staff. Outdoor pool, mini golf, bowling alley and more to keep everyone busy. We stayed on Labor Day weekend so it was crowded and of course it was a bit noisy but would definitely recommend anyone to stay here and we would definitely go back. They also have two dog parks in the campground which is nice for your furry family! 😊
ScoutBeautiful lake surrounded by gorgeous mountains, hiking, fishing and boating, amazing staff, very clean shower houses and laundry facility! Very family oriented and pet friendly!
GuideI stayed at Lake Ridge RV Resort for quite a while. Great place to spend the evenings after work. Pond and surrounding area are very well maintained. Staff are friendly and shower houses were kept clean even in off season. Pet friendly; just got to scoop the poop!
LegendI was traveling in this area and was really excited to have found that there is a town called Austinville where Stephen F Austin, a founder of Texas, originated. While driving out to the monument in his honor I found this site and loved what I saw!
Highway access to this area is easy for all types of traveler. there are several stores in the area with just about anything you could need or want only moments away from camp and if you are there in late summer when I was, the sun rises are amazing!!!!
So what is the catch?? Well they don't accept tents!!! NOOOOOO!! I didn't find a single thing about that online when I checked their site following finding out this knowledge, however I did like this site enough to still give them a positive review because they were so nice, their facility was ample and their proximity itself.
In fact, they were so nice they gave me a tour of the campground even though I couldn't stay and gave me some great info about places around me which led me to another campground that served me perfect, a tent campground nearby.
This site has a very nice restroom with multiple sinks, a large laundry room perfect for a camper who is on the road for a while like myself. I noticed there was a very nice pool which is heated, allowing it to be open much longer than many campgrounds in the area. There is a large pet area and also playground and several hiking areas in the direct area which all looked nice.
Nearby are numerous state parks as a part of the New River Trail including the Shot Tower Historical Site which is a very short distance away. In addition, people often come here to watch the birds and deer, which are very relaxing.
Should I return with an RV I also inquired about the rates which are reasonable at $35 for standard hook ups and they do have weekly rates also. I did notice what appeared to be a few long term campers but their areas still looked kept and maintained.
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LegendYou’ve struck gold here at Bull Falls Campground if you’re looking to get away from it all, discover solitude in the heart of West Virginia’s lush, verdant nature garden of Eden. Bull Falls Campground in the Bluestone Wildlife Management Area is along the western banks of the New River, far flung from all of the other nearby campgrounds you’ll find sprinkled up and down and around this river basin.
This is a fantastic spot for you to bring all your water toys from snorkeling and innertubes to fishing, kayaking and anything else that you want to submerge in this slow moving, tranquil snake-like river. At this campground, there’s about 20 sites or so – very small and not crowded and is open to tent campers as well as campers, trailers and even RV’s. Campfires and pets are both allowed and there’s plenty of picnic tables.
Nearby there’s about 4-5 really great hiking trails. Insider’s tip? Right off campsite#14, there’s a great opening that will take you down one of the longer hiking trails, which after about 1 mile or so you’ll come to a small little inlet, perfect for inflating an innertube and floating in isolation with your Bluetooth speaker playing some nice jazz with plenty of coozie-hugging beers from your floating cooler. Also, there’s some really great bird watching in these parts, so bring your binoculars.
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TravelerWe visited in April. Beautiful days hiking nearby, cold nights. Pet friendly. Pretty clean bath house. Visitors center nearby. Sites were mostly level, with gravel, fire pit, picnic table. Some were classically wooded, shady and some in the bright sun. Cute small town nearby.
GuideVery relaxing. Great to take a couple days relaxing out of the hurry of city life. There is plenty of room to walk your pet and some of the sites provide shaded areas. You are just about .25 miles from the freeway, but you do not hear it. Staff is very friendly. They have propane and a little store for those that might need.
Campgrounds near Tazewell, Virginia offer diverse options for visitors with dogs across the Blue Ridge Mountains region, which maintains elevations between 2,000-4,000 feet throughout most camping areas. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with cooler evening temperatures that drop into the 50s. Most campgrounds in the area require leashed pets and provide access to natural water sources like creeks and lakes.
Hiking with dogs: Little Tumbling Creek provides access to trails leading to Laurel Bed Lake and multiple waterfalls. A reviewer noted, "Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek."
Mountain biking trails: Several trail systems connect to Mount Rogers National Recreation Area with routes suitable for various skill levels. "The AT provides some great hiking," reports one visitor, while another adds "The Virginia Creeper Trail, the Whitetop Laurel Creek, and the Appalachian Trail" are all within a few miles.
Fishing spots: Stocked lakes and streams offer multiple fishing opportunities. According to one camper at Deer Trail Park, the pond "allows catch and release" fishing without requiring a state fishing license since it's on private property.
Creek-side sites: Many campers praise the sound of flowing water at their sites. A reviewer at Stony Fork Campground appreciated their "site #27. Close to the stream. Wooded, lots of space, large tent space. Had plenty of down wood for fires."
Clean facilities: The bathroom cleanliness across multiple campgrounds receives consistent praise. At Camp Burson Campground, a reviewer reported: "The restrooms and shower house were very new and really clean. Each shower is in an individual room which makes for nice privacy."
Wildlife viewing: Multiple campers mention deer sightings at campgrounds around Tazewell. One Deer Trail Park visitor wrote, "Deer and wildlife aglore. Owners very pleasant." The Mount Rogers area also offers opportunities to see wild ponies on certain trails.
Site variations: Tent platforms are common at several dog friendly campgrounds near Tazewell. At Royal Oak Campground, "Campsites in this section are tent only and very nice and have platforms," according to one reviewer, while another explains "All campsites are on platforms, which makes it very nice to set up your stuff."
Connectivity limitations: Cell service and wifi can be spotty or nonexistent at many campgrounds. At Creekside Campground, a camper advised: "Bring ur own Wi-Fi as there is No cell coverage and the Wi-Fi does not work."
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds in the area close during winter months. Stony Fork Campground and Mount Rogers areas have different accessibility depending on season, with some areas temporarily closing for maintenance or weather conditions.
Swimming options: Wytheville KOA offers a pool with water features for kids. A reviewer highlighted the "pool with a waterslide" among the family-friendly amenities, while another mentioned the "wagon and train rides around the campground, the craft time, pool and the fishing!"
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. Deer Trail Park features "multiple small playgrounds, and a pool" and another camper noted it has "playgrounds, Noah's Ark, a clean heated pool, a game room."
Biking opportunities: Paved campground roads provide safe places for kids to ride. At Hungry Mother State Park, one visitor mentioned "a nice biking/hiking trail along the lake. Kids had a great time!"
Access considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging roads for larger rigs. At Creekside Campground, a reviewer warned: "Sites are a little close and sharp turns coming in," while another noted "if you have a big RV you can not camp in the Creekside area."
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer full hookups, but reservations are recommended. Camp Burson offers "full hook-up sites and water and electric sites (50 amp) with pull thrus and back-ins. Sites are level and can fit big rigs."
Dump station locations: Most campgrounds provide dump stations, though locations vary. At Stony Fork Campground, there's an "easy dump station/water station across the street" according to one RVer.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Tazewell, VA is Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 42 reviews.
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