Best Camping near Triangle, VA

Triangle, VA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Triangle, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Triangle and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Triangle, VA (83)

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    1. Pohick Bay Campground

    39 Reviews
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    304 Saves
    Lorton, Virginia

    Choose your next adventure at Pohick Bay Campground in Lorton, Virginia. Bring the kids for a day of splashing and sliding at Pirate’s Cove Waterpark, spend a day on the bay with our canoe, paddleboard, stand up paddleboard and kayak rentals; or bring your own boat to our public boat launch ramp. Make a day of it by renting a picnic shelter or stay a little longer and reserve one of our cabins or campsites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    2. Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    58 Photos
    251 Saves
    Dumfries, Virginia

    Overview

    Oak Ridge Campground is a 100-site, wooded campground located in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles southwest of Washington, DC. The park's land was set aside during the Great Depression, and in 1935 the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use. The CCC built trails, dams and cabins, making the park a wonderful place for recreation and relaxation. Large group camping is not permitted at Oak Ridge Campground. Please read the need to know section for additional information.

    Recreation

    The park offers many recreational activities, including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing. Hikers enjoy exploring the park's 37 miles of foot trails. The South Valley, Oak Ridge and Farms to Forest Trails all begin at the campground entrance.Bicyclists will find 21 miles of paved roads within the park, including the 12-mile Scenic Drive. Little traffic and a 25 m.p.h. speed limit make this a popular biking spot. A 3-mile, family-friendly paved bike lane leads to the campground. Mountain biking is also available on 10 miles of gravel fire roads.The park boasts 30 orienteering courses with picturesque settings. Orienteering is a 19th century Scandinavian sport primarily used as military training. The courses were developed in 1972 and continue to provide hours of entertainment and exploration for park visitors.Approximately 18 miles of streams and two small lakes are open to the public for fishing. The water quality of Quantico Creek supports numerous fish species and other aquatic life. The most common fish species are bluegill, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass and channel catfish.

    Natural Features

    Prince William Forest Park preserves approximately 15,000 acres of Piedmont forest covering a major portion of the Quantico Creek watershed. The park represents one of the largest parcels of undeveloped land in the area and is the third largest unit of the National Park System in Virginia. The area is the largest example of a Piedmont forest ecosystem in the National Park Service, makeing it a significant natural resource. Various geological outcroppings, winding creeks, gently rolling slopes and man-made lakes make wonderful destinations for any adventurous visitor. The park is home to 46 species of mammals, 22 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, more than 129 species of birds, 26 species of fish and an unknown number of invertebrates. More than 900 plant species exist in Prince William Forest Park. From the smallest wildflower to the tallest tree, each species has a special role to play in this forest ecosystem. From tree bark in winter, wildflowers in spring, canopy cover in summer and autumn colors in fall, Prince William Forest Park offers beautiful scenery year-round.

    Nearby Attractions

    Prince William Forest Park is centrally located, with easy access to all of the attractions the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., area have to offer. From the park entrance, the National Museum of the Marine Corps and the main gate of the United States Marine Corps Base Quantico are just a mile away. The park is located directly between historic Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and Manassas National Battlefield Park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $26 / night

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    3. Bull Run Regional Park

    41 Reviews
    72 Photos
    187 Saves
    Iron Gate, Virginia

    Bull Run Campground, located near Interstate 66, is a getaway that is not far from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia attractions. Bull Run Park is only 27 miles from Washington, D.C. and 15 miles from the Vienna Metro Center Station. We are convenient for visitors to the Dulles area , Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center of the National Air and Space Museum and Manassas National Battlefield Park. The variety of campsites available at Bull Run Campground are RV sites with electric only service, Electric RV sites with water, RV sites with full-service (which includes sewer, water and electric), tent sites, rustic cabins and group camping areas. There are two bathhouses in the campground that offer hot showers, sinks, toilets and laundry facilities. The camp store sells camping supplies, snacks, ice and firewood and is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $95 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park
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    4. Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    15 Reviews
    8 Photos
    1 Save
    Dumfries, Virginia

    The Prince William Forest Park RV Campground is a concessionaire-operated campground with full hook-ups. The campground boasts pull through sites, a pool and laundry facility. It is Virginia's closest RV camping to Washington, D.C. There are several tents-only sites. Open year-round. It is currently closed due to infrastructure repair work and will hopefully re-open in June 2023.

    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Toilets
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    6. Cherry Hill Park

    40 Reviews
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    291 Saves
    Beltsville, Maryland

    Cherry Hill Park is a family-owned and operated campground that has been in the Gurevich family for 5 generations. We offer premium amenities, friendly service, and a wide variety of lodging - everything from tent & RV sites to premium log cabins and glamping pods and yurts. Our concierge and tours program makes it easy for guests to access downtown Washington, DC, by bus, Metro train, and guided tours. We love hosting guests from all across America, from all over the world, and from just down the road in our home state of Maryland.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $101 - $999 / night

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    8. Lake Fairfax Campground

    23 Reviews
    48 Photos
    189 Saves
    Reston, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $70 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
    Camper-submitted photo from Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
    Camper-submitted photo from Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
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    9. Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023

    9 Reviews
    36 Photos
    101 Saves
    Marbury, Maryland

    Update 5/2023 - temp closed through July 2023

    Smallwood State Park Campground is expected to be closed through the end of July due to improvements and related construction. Please check back here for updates​.

    Fifteen RV and tent campsites with electric hook-ups are available under the canopy of a hardwood forest.

    Six rustic camper cabins sleep four and two cabins sleep six and have heat and air conditioning. Cabins #17 and #18 overlook Mattawoman Creek. Cabins #16 and #19 are close to the creek, but do not have a water view. Cabins #20 and #21 are located as you first enter the campground area.

    A picnic table, lantern post and fire ring are provided on each site. Bath house facilities with hot showers are also provided.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $27 - $65 / night

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546 Reviews of 83 Triangle Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    Nov. 12, 2024

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Great site - super accessible!

    Sites were well-maintained, including lavatories. Plenty of tree cover. NOTE: park service forbade tying lines or straps to the trees at the time of our visit (Autumn 2024), so if you favor hammock camping or deploying tarps/ridgelines, plan accordingly.

  • Heather The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Breezy Point Beach
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Breezy Point Beach

    Nice to be by the water & hear the waves

    They have renovated the beach and per my friends, the fencing protecting the area is new, but needed. The sites are too close to each to each other and people were blaring their music. The bathhouse needs updating. Not enough fire rings and if you don’t have one and the campground is full, you’re out of luck. Saw an otter one night!

  • dito S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers. Don’t forget to register dito sim to stay connected during your visit!

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Aquia Pines Campground
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Aquia Pines Campground

    So convenience campsite, right up the Rt 95, 36mile from Washington DC.

    And the host are very kind and very friendly, event near Rt. 95, not very loud noise with big tall trees, happy stay!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Meade RV Park
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Camp Meade RV Park

    Great RV park to stay near Vicksburg

    Did stay here after visting Vicksburg. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F.

  • Rob  O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    Great family campground with trails and HOT showers

    Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 1 nights, park ranger met me at the entrance to ensure i could find my site. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked with HOT water in the private showers. This is a great base camp for getting out to hike the various trails in Prince William Forrest. Firewood is gather your own from fallen limbs in the park.

  • Judy W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Bull Run Regional Park

    Noisy but Nice

    Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty  good.  Security was great, patrol throughout the night.  Quiet hours are enforced and campers are polite.  Lots of activities, and nice hiking trails. Fabulous historical attractions, great visitor center. 

    Cons - Campground is in the flight path of Dulles Airport, so planes are flying over head at all hours of the day and sometimes late at night/morning.  There is a shooting range nearby. Some noise during range hours. (Not late at night!)  Because there had been so little rain, there was not great fishing in the park.  (I went to Silver Lake, that was great!)

    Traffic! Lots of local traffic on the main roads. (to be fair, it IS a suburb of DC ). Stores are all approx. 20 mins away. (Head towards Haymarket)

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Bennett Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Little Bennett Campground

    Great for families

    Fun weekend trip very close to DC. Well kept park with lots of activities for kids - jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal carts, arts and crafts. Nice little game room and some outdoor games at the activity center as well. Full hookup spots in the D loop were pretty nice. The spots in the first half of the loop felt a little close together for my taste, but our spot (D61) was nice as we didn’t have any neighbors on one side. Only complaint is that it’s pricey and has a two night minimum on weekends, but felt worth it with all the activities that were available.

  • Germ E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horsepen Branch
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Horsepen Branch

    Good

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  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Bull Run Regional Park

    Spacious Sites and family friendly

    I stayed here with my family this summer and the park itself is a perfect spot for nature near DC. My son loved the giant playground and full water park at the campground, they even had discounted entry to the water park for campers. We stayed in site 20 which is an easy pull through and had a direct trail to the water park and the full network of trails in the park.

  • Germ E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sky Meadows State Park Campground
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Sky Meadows State Park Campground

    Great

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  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA
    Aug. 29, 2024

    Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA

    Nice location

    Just a few miles off of Interstate ninety five and u s seventeen. Within thirty minutes of fredericksburg. At this k o a everything was clean and organized. Our site was a pull through. With plenty of room side to side. In fredericksburg be sure to do the trolley tour.

  • Terrance D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lacy Oasis Campground
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Lacy Oasis Campground

    Serenity, serenity, serenity!

    If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and, tranquility, or just need some respite, Lacy Oasis is the place to be. Whether you are an adult or a child, this place will have a positive effect on you. The owners are involved and designed this space with the visitors pleasure in mind. This space is about healing and being grounded with yourself. My agency took about 25 children there last week and they did not want to leave, neither did I. The rates are very economical for what is being provided on the space. There is not enough I can say about this place. It was definitely more than I expected. But my agency has worked with the owner in the past on other community support initiatives and she has always been an overachiever. Please come and enjoy this space. You will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to return.

  • Trees F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Excellent spot

    We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Park
    Jun. 24, 2024

    Cherry Hill Park

    Great park and amenities

    We stayed a week at Cherry Hill and it had everything we needed for visiting DC. Staff very helpful and really explained the Metro system very well. We didn't drive to DC at all - just used public transit We also did 2 tours with Cherry Hill, which were good overviews of the featured sites. Nicely stocked store, great cafe onsite, and clean bathrooms and showers were great features. Swimming pools pretty crowded so we didn't use. Still, very happy with site, partial shade too. Would return to Cherry Hill.

  • Heather H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Westmoreland State Park Campground
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Westmoreland State Park Campground

    Great with the littles

    Stayed one night in our camper van, walked down to fossil beach which was the perfect amount of hiking for a two year old, great playground with plenty of other kids, camp store is well stocked and had decent hours. Our site was right next to bathrooms which was also great with the kids but we didnt hear or smell them. Cleanest campground bathrooms we've ever seen. Gravel parking and pebbles in the picnic table area, which my 2 year old enjoyed and my 9 month old tried his hardest to ingest. Loved it, would def go back.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Bennett Campground
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Little Bennett Campground

    Level site with privacy

    We were going to a family reunion. So we brought our "mobile hotel room" with us. In D loop, they were long sites, clean, and a nice woods buffer between sites. Also, full hookups. We were quite pleased for a reagenal park.

  • Chris S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Fairfax Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Nice spot, friendly park rangers, clean bathrooms

    Chicken was easy and the Rangers were helpful. We stopped here to go tour Washington DC. We tried both sides 46 and 44 and both were not level.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Fairfax Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Crowded but nice

    Great bathrooms all singles w showers. Lots of fun things to do. Pretty peaceful despite being crowded and not overly scenic campsites. A bit on top of each other. Site 43 had good location, electric and trees. But was a very pokey gravel pad, a bit uncomfortable if you don’t have good mattress. Interior sites, less scenic but some have more grass. But also more slope. 43 was pretty flat.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    May. 29, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Good trip

    We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids. The waterpark is new and loud so we avoid but nice if you have young kids. Careful low bridge on Route 1 exit ramp little warning when taking ramp off I95. Go around to next exit. The check in at the cap store is crowded and narrow even with renovations but our 34 ft makes it okay. Bring bikes. Long bike trail along road. Farmers markets in Lorton and things to do in DC. Park at Huntington or Springfield metro. Short boat ride straight across from Ft Belvoir new family campground. Ice cream shop in season by water docks. Bathrooms clean always hot water three stalls each. Sink outside for dishes. Playground buts up against inner circle which are the only sewer sites. Others are electric water. Careful some near steep drop off. Stick to main road or inner circle or first circle if in big unit. Must go round circle to get to those spots which can be annoying. Two speed bumps. Camp store sells smores ingredients, limited candy, no eggs or bacon get those off Rte 1. Past entrance on Rte 1 is a Food Lion, McDonalds. Gas stations along Rte one are tight so fill up before exiting to campground. If you are desperate there is gas 7/11 at corner of Pohick and Rte 1 but its sketchy. Up the road off Rte 1 is Fort Belvoir Access w a drivers license however cant shop without military sponsored ID. Great bbq at Telegraph Rd and greek at Olympians family restaurant. Movie theater on Telegraph is nice. Springfield Mall close. Take Onville Rd which is a backroad by Pohick Church to shortcut to Rte 1. Pohick Rd past camping turn deadends into private neighborhood. Do not pass camp entrance. Hard to turn around if you do. Near End of Pohick is a small walk with overlook. See birds at point. Drive a car not RV. Park at lot on right before road split deadend. Gunston Hall on left can see from campground and water. Tours are nice.

  • Martin T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    May. 28, 2024

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Depends on What You Are Looking For

    This is a fairly nice, bare bones NPS campground. If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it. Helicopters and planes fly over regularly, and you can hear sirens from neighboring college park. The campsites are pretty close together, we could see probably about 10 or so other campsites from our campsite. And there is not a ton to do within the park itself -- there are a few picnic areas, a pretty unimpressive small playground, some nature/walking trails, and that's about it.

    But it is a pretty nice campground -- campsites and showers seem clean and well maintained, bathrooms are fine and you're never far away from one. Rangers come around regularly to check on things and every one we interacted with was extremely friendly. I don't think there's anything comparable so close to DC, so if you're in the DC area and just want someplace close by for a short camping trip, or are looking for an affordable outdoors-y option to stay while you're visiting DC from out of town, this probably fits the bill. As soon as you leave the park you are in College Park with Metro access close by, and very close to the Baltimore-Washington Parkway.

  • Olivia W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rappahannock River Campground
    May. 24, 2024

    Rappahannock River Campground

    Nice if you don’t mind poor amenities

    The sites are small flat and have everything you need. There are no flushing toilets! Just outhouses that everyone shares. Showers are outside stalls. The pond on the campground is dirty and not swimable

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    May. 1, 2024

    Bull Run Regional Park

    First Camping Trip

    Took my family of 7 to the Bull Run regional park for our first camping trip and the experience was great! Didn’t want to stray too far from the house in the event that it was a nightmare, thankfully this local spot offered a soft opening to our family over the two days we spent there and all was good. The site was clean and well kept, bathhouse was close to the tent site and in ok shape (wasn’t expecting anything spectacular so wasn’t disappointed. Playground and trails were nice, kids really enjoyed the chance to take in nature. This experience was good and would recommend a visit for anyone looking for a soft intro to camping for their family!



Guide to Triangle

Camping near Triangle, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful nature and convenient access to outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs and preferences.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails in Shenandoah National Park. One camper mentioned, “Hiking trails leave right from the campground,” highlighting the easy access to nature right from your site at Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park.
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing opportunities at Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground. A visitor shared, “Great State Park with the perfect little tent camping loop,” emphasizing the park's charm and fishing spots.
  • Fossil Hunting: Visit Fossil Beach at Westmoreland State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, “I found the tiniest shark tooth… it was a beautiful and private campsite with a great park to explore.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground said, “The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in.”
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the spaciousness of sites at Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park. One camper remarked, “Large sites. Great weather!”
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A reviewer at Cherry Hill Park stated, “Staff very helpful and really explained the Metro system very well.”

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Bull Run Regional Park complained, “This place is absolutely the most horrific noisy place… like sleeping on the side of the highway.”
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Matthews Arm Campground noted, “No electricity or hookups at Matthews Arm, and no cell service.”
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Greenbelt Park Campground advised, “Reservations are required.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Campgrounds with Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds that have playgrounds for kids. A family at Pohick Bay Campground mentioned, “The playground butts up against the inner circle which are the only sewer sites.”
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to plan activities that everyone can enjoy. One reviewer at Westmoreland State Park Campground said, “The camp store is well stocked and had decent hours.”
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A camper at Cherry Hill Park noted, “Nicely stocked store, great cafe onsite.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A reviewer at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA mentioned, “The sites were so unlevel, close together, and the whole infrastructure in need of repair.”
  • Use Local Dump Stations: If your campground doesn’t have a dump station, plan to use one nearby. A camper at Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground appreciated the “dump site on premise.”
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds have noise restrictions. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground warned about the “noisy helicopters that fly 24/7.”

Camping near Triangle, Virginia, offers a variety of experiences for families and RVers alike. With beautiful parks and campgrounds, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Triangle, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Triangle, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 83 campgrounds and RV parks near Triangle, VA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Triangle, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Triangle, VA is Pohick Bay Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 39 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Triangle, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Triangle, VA.

  • What parks are near Triangle, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Triangle, VA that allow camping, notably Prince William Forest Park and George Washington Memorial Parkway.