Best Glamping near Townsend, VA

Recent Glamping Reviews in Townsend

440 Reviews of 27 Townsend Campgrounds

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  Gary D.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 5, 2024

  Northwest River Park and Campground

  Large sites

  Plenty of room..showers/bathrooms huge..water NOT at all sites but easy to fill tanks. Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic.

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  Frank B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 16, 2024

  Machicomoco State Park Campground

  Great Camping Experience at Machicomoco!

  I was visiting the Yorktown battlefield the next morning so I chose to camp here for the first time.  The facilities are nice and modern, and the environment is quiet.  Just what I was looking for.

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  pamela S.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 6, 2024

  Sun Outdoors Cape Charles

  Labor Day weekend camping

  Great spot for families. A lot of activities for everyone. The adult pool was very nice and clean. My son and his wife kayaked and had a great time. Cape Charles is a quaint town for shopping and is only 10 min away. Only issue we had were the kids on bikes riding in front of the golf cart and cars. No parental supervision. Very scary and unsafe. Other than that it was a great trip and we will be back.

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  Valenica A.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 5, 2024

  Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

  Frequent Policing for Black People

  I arrived at the location and, within 10 minutes, police officers showed up to monitor me, despite my behavior being no different from that of others around me. The next morning, I returned and, once again, within 10 minutes, the police were called to watch me. I plan to document these incidents and file a formal complaint, but I want to warn other Black individuals to exercise caution when visiting this place. I'm unsure whether the issue lies with the organization itself or if it's the Bethel campers falsely reporting my actions, but it’s striking that simply walking to decompress has led to repeated police presence. I plan to document each experience, timing my arrival and the police arrival and then look into why I believe I'm being racially profiled. While this isn't blatant racism, it sure aligns with interpersonal racism is much harder to detect if there isn't a pattern and you know how it operates.

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  Lawrence L.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 2, 2024

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Good campground, boardwalk to beach needs maintenance.

  Good campground as usual. bathrooms well maintained and cleaned twice a day when we were there. Campsite is right next to the bathroom and has a good amount of shade. Bathrooms had two sinks to clean dishes. Boardwalk nearby to the beach was very convenient, however quite a few boards look like they need replacement. One highlight was watching the school of dolphins from our kayaks, not far from the beach. Never saw that before.

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  Chaz M.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 28, 2024

  Sun Outdoors Cape Charles

  Nice spots with good bay access

  There were a lot of events and options for the family. Cape Charles is also a nice place nearby.

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  Christine

  Guide

  

  Aug. 10, 2024

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Right on Chesapeake Bay with Sunset!

  Most of the sites have shade a few do not have any shade. If you do not like traffic noise, stay far away from the main road that the park is located off.

  You can not see the water from any campsite and all sites are a little walk to get to the beach of the bay.

  Light waves on the bay. It has beautiful sunsets with dolphins playing there in the evening.

  We stayed in site 5 which is literally in the bathroom front yard with NO SHADE.

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  Kaylee G.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 23, 2024

  Machicomoco State Park Campground

  Very Sunny

  We had a very hot stay. We stayed at campsite 13 which had wonderful shade in the late afternoon. Be prepared with a wagon to transport items from your car to your campsite if choosing the no water/electric sites. Short walk from parking to sites. 

  The interpretive area was really fun to explore in the evening during golden hour and beyond. Great view of the sunset over the river.

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  Donna G.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 10, 2024

  Thousand Trails Chesapeake Bay

  Not for families or anyone else

  Annuals run the place and take up the most desirable sites. Other sites are unlevel and muddy. Coreen, Donna and other management and rangers are grumpy and less than helpful. Many rules obviously being broken are ignored, including large dogs not on leads, children running around unsupervised, fences being put up around rugs next to trailers, large refrigerators up around trailers, campers being parked and left for days at a time in order to save the spot for themself for the weekend, excessive alchole use while driving golf carts, so many golf carts. Requiring golf carts being electric by Management but they still use gas powered everything including lawn mowers. Water, electricity, and the pool do not work consistently. They have an excuse for everything there. Bad pot holes in roads. RV’s being washed by a business advertised there and spray getting on others property and cars. Noisy. Putt putt and other amenities in disrepair.

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  Janet R.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 20, 2024

  Chippokes State Park Campground

  Great park for cultural and natural history

  Chippokes State Park is located on the grounds of an old historic plantation, actually one if the original plantations in the area dating back to the 1600’s. The land grant was huge, and as a state park now it provides a rich opportunity to learn about the James River, the natural and indigenous history of the region, the settlement history and role of this plantation in Virginia History, and more. Visiting here provides hiking opportunities to learn about fossils along the river shore, the temperate forest in the woods, and history around the old plantation. Taking the ferry across the river from Jamestown to get here was part of the adventure too. There is a nature center and visitor center that provides lots of info and programs near the river , a network of easy park roads for biking, and the plantation itself, set back further away from the river, provides a wealth of learning, including about the history of crops and trade in this area, and about the lives of the slaves who worked the plantation. The grounds right around the plantation are, in fact, a memorial to the hundreds of souls who lived and worked the land here. It was an amazing learning experience to come to the park, and the options to stay over in the park include standard campsites in a wooded campground, or cabins. The campground has all the usual state park amenities, and was very quiet when we were there in November—so late fall is a great time to come, as the fall weather was amazing

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  J. J.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 11, 2024

  Bethpage Camp-Resort

  Excellent-will definitely return

  Cottage 4 stars- clean but floors needed some attention, a bit cramped, somewhat outdated, large porch Campground 5 stars- bustling on weekends, quiet throughout weekdays, clean and well maintained Amenities 5 stars- great weekly activity schedule, great pool, putt putt etc. Staff 5 stars- Very friendly

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  Clinton R.

  Scout

  

  May. 28, 2024

  Holiday Trav-L-Park

  It's what you make of it.

  This is a wonderful spot if you want to avoid the high dollar hotel stays in Virginia Beach. There are a lot of amenities at this place, however you have to pay for some of the activities. This should be included in the price. The RV spots are not even 20 to 25 ft apart from each other. If that. It seems that this park is more in it for the money than the camping experience. That being said, there are a ton of things to do if you have a young family or just want to be rowdy. Lol. I went during memorial weekend, but I was told it's like this all of the time. The site that I had was very uneven. I had to put a 5-in lift on one side of my travel trailer and drop the tongue nearly to the ground due to the uneven pad to park on. Only room enough for one car. Overall it was a good experience, and you can't help but get to know your neighbors. Lol maybe that's what their plan was. Know your neighbors.

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  Victor

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 30, 2024

  Gee Haven: Yurt & Cabin

  Beautiful land, privacy and very relaxing love Gee Have

  Everything was wonderful! The host was a call away. But we never needed him.

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  Brendan M.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 30, 2024

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Very nice facilities

  Good: Beautiful campground. Very clean facilities and close by. Easy access to water. Close proximity to beach and hiking. 120 - was able to get two RTT on one site.

  Bad: close proximity to other sites. Busy campground in general. Kids running around. Lots of standing water, once bugs start coming out would be a ton of mosquito.

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  Joseph H.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 23, 2024

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Great campground but a lot of road noise

  Great campground with nicely shaded sites. If you want quiet and peaceful stick to the spots on the beach side.

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  Lucy P.

  Ranger

  

  Mar. 22, 2024

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Great spot for beach camping

  Love coming to this spot for camping so close to the beach! Campground fills up fast and sites are kinda close together though. 1-2 bars Verizon.

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  Sean R.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 29, 2024

  Thousand Trails Virginia Landing

  Eastern Shore at it's Best

  I have been going to VA Lndg. for years.  It is very isolated, make sure you have everything you need, it's a 30 minute drive to the Walmart.  Great fishing, crabbing and just plain relaxation.  The bugs can be friendly at times.  Unfortunately the facilities are starting to get rundown, the owner's do not like to spend money on the amenities.  The boating is great in the area but you will have to go back to Quinby to use the boat ramp.

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  Joseph H.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 25, 2023

  Northwest River Park and Campground

  Very clean campground

  Overall amazed at the cleanliness of the campground. The staff is very friendly. The park was very quiet going into the night.

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  Katie

  Guide

  

  Oct. 15, 2023

  Cross Rip Camp

  Great campground

  Came with a group and we had 2 campsites and one cabin. Layout was great. Water views from all sites. Cabin patio was a lifesaver with the rain. Owners were awesome and helpful

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  Diane R.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 15, 2023

  Chippokes State Park Campground

  Old Ameture

  Personally, I spent my Birthday week 09-13 October there. I had a wonderful experience for my first time car camping. I would've preferred not having noisy camp neighbors but I guess it was to be expected. So happy that I invested in a tent that survived a rainy night with flying colors. It was a training run to get myself accustomed to the many insects that frayed my nerves. I would return though and the next time should be a lot easier on this old woman and her old husband. 😁

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  Kimberly F.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 11, 2023

  Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

  Great for Families

  We tent camped here over Labor Day weekend as our first family camping trip, and we all had such a good time! Our boys (8, 6, & 4) had so much fun on the big playground and paddle boating. Ask for Bill! He’s awesome and treats everyone like they’re special :)

  The tent sites are clean, closely grouped, and the lights from the bathroom shine on them all night (so bring a sleep mask). But for $10/night with full bathrooms, sink to wash dishes in, and laundry? Worth the lights! Will definitely stay here again.

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  Lawrence L.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 9, 2023

  First Landing State Park Campground

  Enjoyed camping here

  Went for Labor Day weekend. Great campsite with good shade. Beach was nice and bay water was good temperature. Plus while Virginia Beach had red flag conditions, we could still swim. Had my crocs stolen at the beach though. Bathrooms next to us were completely renovated and are very nice.

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  Ben P.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 8, 2023

  Virginia Beach RV Resort

  Prices

  I just called and inquired about pricing. I was told that RV spots were $130/night. Not the $30-100

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  liz J.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 21, 2023

  Sandy Bottom Nature Park

  A great place to hike and camp if you can't get out of the area

  The park is centrally located with easy highway access.  Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from.  The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful.  They were very insistent about the "no alcohol" rule.    

  Sites are first come, first served.  Must reserve in person.  Visitor's center is open 9-6.  

  The sites were located about 1/4 mile from the parking lot down a trail.  They were spaced nicely apart and had nice sand tent platforms with a picnic table and a fire ring with a grate.  Trash cans were very close by, which was super nice.  The bathrooms were flush toilets and running water faucets and located behind the parking lot, so a bit of a hike in the dark if you need to go.  Other than that, expect no amenities.  Bugs weren't terrible but were present.  Definitely bring bug spray.  

  The biggest negative was that no matter where you were in the park, there was significant noise from the highway.  Horns honking, sirens blaring, the general rush of cars going by.  There is no sound barrier between 64 and the park so every noise just filters right through the trees.  Not anyone's fault, but definitely a downside.  

  Overall when you consider the dirt cheap price of 10.60 per night, this campground delivers as advertised.

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  Faith W.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 14, 2023

  Kiptopeke State Park Campground

  Great little beach

  Great little beach area with separate dog beach Tight camping Great fishing Few full hook ups Short walk to beach Decent hiking trails Bring bug spray Very hot in camp ground

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  Maddy G.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 4, 2023

  First Landing State Park Campground

  sweet people, less then ideal area

  If you are looking for a beach day in virginia beach but don’t want to spend ridiculous money on a hotel then it’s perfect!

  Now for the down sides…… there is an air port like 8-10 minutes away which means constant fighter jets passing over the camp from like 4-10. It’s a very busy camp ground so there’s not a lot of privacy BUT people are respectful of quiet hours. Then at about 8 am the base starts doing their morning wake up songs which will wake you up…

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  beka S.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 31, 2023

  Holiday Trav-L-Park

  Fantastic family vacay spot

  Just spent 5 days here and loved it. Wish we had stayed longer. They have 4 pools, lots of old shade trees that provide nice screen during the hot summer, fun activities, and a parking lot near the beach for easy access that was clutch! We are already planning on coming back next year.