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The coastal plains surrounding Suffolk, Virginia feature a mix of established campgrounds and recreational areas within an hour's drive. Davis Lakes Resort in Suffolk provides year-round camping with full hookups for RVs, tent sites, cabins, and glamping options. Nearby, Isle of Wight Family Campground in Windsor offers similar amenities in a wooded setting. The region's camping landscape extends to the popular First Landing State Park Campground in Virginia Beach, where campers can experience beachfront camping with convenient boardwalk access to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate both tent and RV camping, with varying levels of hookups and amenities.
Reservations are strongly recommended for all campgrounds in the Suffolk area, particularly during summer months when beach access is most desirable. Many campers note the humid conditions typical of coastal Virginia, with mosquitoes being prevalent in warmer months. As one visitor to First Landing State Park observed, "The campground is beautiful and the people are friendly. Our campground was surrounded by forest but you're in walking distance to the beach." Most campgrounds in the region operate year-round, though some facilities like Northwest River Park & Campground in Chesapeake are seasonal, operating from April through November. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, with stronger signals closer to urban centers.
The proximity to water defines many camping experiences near Suffolk. Campsites at First Landing State Park receive consistently high ratings for their beach access and natural setting. According to one camper, "Very few bad sites - almost every one I saw was under a canopy of live oaks and pines. The beach is beautiful and very kid-friendly - a short walk from any campsite." Some visitors mention occasional noise from nearby military installations, particularly at First Landing. Wildlife viewing opportunities include dolphins, osprey, and various shorebirds. The region serves as an excellent base for exploring the Virginia Beach boardwalk, Williamsburg historical sites, and the greater Tidewater area, with most attractions within a 30-60 minute drive from Suffolk-area campgrounds.
"The lakes are fun and we always have a great time. Some sites are amazing. Only 4 stars because of proximity to highway."
"We stumbled across Davis Lakes Campground last year when we brought our camper down to visit our son and grandchildren."
from $72 - $105 / night
Check Availability"FLSP is a real Gem in the midst of a very busy Virginia Beach. The campsites range from tenting with no hookups to 20, 30, and 50 foot sites with water and electric."
"Our game ground was surrounded by the forest but your in walking distance to the beach. The shower and rest rooms are sit up nicely the best I’ve seen at a campground."
from $32 - $163 / night
Check Availability"I still think it's the best one, it's the largest, right next to the main trail head, & bath house trail right ahead of the site. The bath house was real nice."
"Nice 0.7 walk from the campsite to the visitor center to rent canoes! Just a short drive to some other trails. Enjoyed the Cyprus Point trail which you access at the boat ramp section of the park."
from $27 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $154 / night
Check Availability"You walk into the woods which is kept neat and pick a spot to set up your tent - I looove that! Fishing on the lake was a blast!"
"It is a little ways out of town in any direction bit it's very nice and quiet out here as you're surrounded by woods. They also have a fishing pond and trails on-site."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We've stayed here pretty often as it's only a few hours from home and near everything in Williamsburg, Virginia. The park is against the James river and theres easy access to the riverside."
"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."
from $37 - $345 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at Holiday Trav-L-Park in Virginia Beach for the first time for 3 nights in July. As our travel trailer is small, we were able to stay in site #152. "
"I stayed here to go to a concert in downtown Virginia Beach when high-season hotel rates made booking a room too pricey."
from $25 - $92 / night
Check Availability"The sites are quiet, very spacious, nicely spaced, some surprisingly so, but many are deceptively unlevel, particularly on the outside of the loops, and are heavily wooded."
"A bit of a long walk to the bathroom, as we need to walk around the entire loop to get to it. Gorgeous, spacious sites with electric and water at each site. Some sites back up to the St."
ScoutThe good: super clean and new restrooms / showers. The entire parking immaculate. Stayed at site 12. Offers water views and shade. Site 13 is similar and is probably the most ideal site.
Cons: zero privacy. The sites are basically scattered around an open grassy area and fairly close together.
Be aware: sites are not vehicle accessible. Need to carry your kit 50-75 yards.
TravelerOur stay is going to be the 21 days that are allowed. In that time, I have been on many nature walks with my dog. Very enjoyable, very well maintained. The only thing I did not like is the bathrooms. I have seen a cleaning lady come through, but I think it is primarily for the sinks and toilets. The shower curtains are moldy, lots of spiders. The shower pressure and temp are great. All in all, it is affordable and very peaceful.
TravelerThis is a long one! Here we go. My partner and I travel for work, we went out of our way to move to this location based on reviews saying this is a great place. We have paid in full for the whole stay which is about little over 2 months. We have been here approx 2 weeks give or take. We work night shift. No activity during the day. Simple easy. Not our first campground by any means. At first, we were excited to experience the amenities and such. Now we’re uncomfortable to try anything out. Why you ask? Situation: first day we move in, we end up next to what seems like the literal only other long term or possibly even permanent resident on the grounds. My service animal alerted me to a trigger, which she left the front door of the camper before we walked out. Recalled her to me once we saw that the perm resident (our neighbor) had what presented as an aggressive dog. (Husky maybe?). Within not EVEN 5 minutes of this event, someone was at our door- instead of asking what is going on we were immediately accused of her running around off leash I guess? We had just woken up from sleeping and it was evening time, time to go to work. Instead of arguing or even offering up ANY facts related to the situation I simply said got it thanks and the interaction ended. I’m thinking to myself well damn. Okay. A week or so maybe goes by? Leash in hand VISIBLE -at the door my dog steps out, I step out behind her- same time same situation. She walks ahead of me to where she will relieve herself, I ask for her to come back next to me, she recalls- neighbors dog loses its mind again. I look up at neighbor and say “just go ahead and call man, I get it”. She calls. This time THREE employees are driving on carts to our site, at this point we’re already leaving for work. I knew it was coming, figured they would for sure ask what’s going on this time. They don’t. The older woman accompanied by two men behind her- simply says “you have been told before you need to leash your dog”. We reply yes we understand. Nobody asks for a description of the events, what’s going on, or if this even happened. The female voice is raised and hostile presenting towards both of us. The man behind her approaches our car and peers into the vehicle I’m not sure if to intimidate or what, but that action was also very ineffective in diffusing the situation and instead very intimidating. And now making us both VERY late to work as this is an extra 15 minute drive to the hospital in which we work at. Seemingly, the word of this permanent resident is all they needed to full on accuse the two of us… of what? I am not sure. My animal has resided all over the country in countless locations, all while working and we have had no issues to date. At this point I am still remaining silent as the female worker continues to educate us on our alleged actions. My concern is that there has been ZERO questioning, only full on accusations. We’re highly uncomfortable at this point. They say “we will be speaking with the general manager tomorrow”, Which also felt threatening. I’d like to add that given the whole situation this wouldn’t matter but since this is happening: earlier that morning after work I had stopped by the front desk, to ask about a package I thought that I sent to the wrong place, but didn’t. The same female was there. I remember thinking wow she’s actually so rude. But I brushed it off. Now looking back she must have some kind of prejudice toward myself and my dog. I’ve never been threatened / accused so one-sidedly in my entire career such as what has been happening at this campground. Our resolution was to request moving sites, however nothing was asked of us WHATSOEVER. As stated we were not given any opportunity to speak on the situation. Will attempt to update review whenever we speak with management of this location. Warning is to be wary of implicit bias in staff, potential favoritism, and inconsistent / unfair conflict resolution, aggressive long term campers, and lack of communication from staff.
TravelerWe enjoyed the dispersed campsite. Lots of hiking trails and birds and cricket making music. We enjoyed taking a stroll and photos of various plants and insects.
TravelerWe enjoyed our stay at American Heritage. We were offered a change of our assigned site if we would prefer to be closer to the bath house. We preferred staying where we were until we discovered that the electric hook-up was far enough away on the grass that we couldn't reach. (We have a little Scamp 13 and the plug was just a little too short.) We had a pull-through site(every other row was pull-through).
It had a full hook-up. The cover on the electric post was missing rivets, so we had to put it back in place ourselves, but there was no problem with the electric. We used 30 Amp for the RV and plugged in our backup battery to the 15 amp plug. The water pressure was good and consistent. We've had problems at other RV sites. We used the sewer connection with no problem at the end.
We did not have an umbrella at the picnic table and seriously considered buying a screen tent because we stayed for 4 days and it was HOT. Some sites had more shade. In fact, that's one thing we'd change next time. The pool was wonderful, the showers were clean and we used the laundry with no problems--they take quarters and washing and drying one load cost $5.00.
The staff was very friendly and responsive. Overall, we had a great stay and would stay again.
ScoutWe stumbled across Davis Lakes Campground last year when we brought our camper down to visit our son and grandchildren. Originally, we planned to stay closer to Virginia Beach, but after finding Davis Lakes, we decided to give it a try. We were lucky enough to get site F28 right on the lake, and we enjoyed it so much that we came back this year—and even booked the exact same site.
After reading some of the other reviews, I wanted to share our experience because it was very different. Yes, there are some rules regarding dogs at the beach, but they never interfered with our stay. We enjoyed walking our dogs every morning around the campground and lakes, and it was a wonderful way to start each day.
The beach itself was clean, had plenty of nice chairs, and the AquaGlide was an absolute blast. We spent 5–6 hours a day swimming, and surprisingly, the beach never felt crowded.
One thing that really stood out was how fair the prices were. The campground store was stocked with essentials, and unlike many campgrounds, the prices were very reasonable. If you forgot a loaf of bread or wanted to grab a pool float, you didn’t feel like you were being gouged. They also have a cute snack shop, a spacious game room, and an impressive movie selection, making it a great place to spend a rainy afternoon.
The campground itself was clean and very well maintained. Although many of the sites are seasonal, they were neat, well cared for, and nothing like some seasonal campgrounds where sites become cluttered or run down. It was obvious that both the staff and the campers take pride in the campground.
The nightly rates were very reasonable, and while there is a visitor fee, we found it to be completely fair considering the amenities. We had an amazing time with our son and his family, and the campground played a big part in making those memories.
Davis Lakes isn’t a luxury resort, and that’s part of its charm. Its focus is on beautiful lakes, swimming, friendly service, and providing a relaxing camping experience. It reminded me of the kind of campgrounds I grew up enjoying—simple, welcoming, and centered around making great memories.
We’ll absolutely be back. If we lived closer, I’d seriously consider getting a seasonal site myself. In fact, my son is even talking about buying a camper just so he can keep it nearby and enjoy Davis Lakes more often. Many of the employees and seasonal campers are locals who return year after year, and I think that says everything you need to know about this place.
TravelerIt was very nice visit.
TravelerPark stuff are very friendly, sweet, I live the quietness of night time.
ScoutFriendly staff. Good location. Lots of noice near the big road. Laundry room could use a clearing. Bathrooms en toilets are very clean. Not much room between the spots with lots of tall weeds.
Campsites near Suffolk, Virginia range from waterfront locations to forested retreats with varying levels of privacy and amenities. Suffolk's coastal location means summer humidity is substantial, with temperatures commonly reaching 85-90°F during peak camping season. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F, making year-round camping possible with proper gear.
Lake activities: Fishing and swimming can be enjoyed at Davis Lakes Resort where one camper noted, "The lakes are fun and we always have a great time. Some sites are amazing. Only 4 stars because of proximity to highway." The resort offers several small lakes for recreation throughout the warmer months.
Hiking through historic sites: Newport News Park features an extensive trail network with Civil War historical sites. According to a visitor, "The park is a civil war historic site and is close to a lot of other historic places." With miles of trails under a heavy tree canopy, it's ideal for history buffs and nature enthusiasts.
Kayaking in cypress swamps: At Merchants Millpond State Park, visitors can explore unique wetland environments. One camper described it as "a total unique experience. Turtles, birds, cypress trees, and alligators." The park offers canoe rentals for exploring the pond and surrounding swamps.
Shaded camping areas: Chippokes State Park Campground gets high marks for its wooded sites. A reviewer mentioned, "Large campsites. Well maintained. Got last available site & never felt crowded. Pool fee included with campsite." The campground's mature trees provide natural cooling during hot summer months.
Clean facilities: Sites with modern amenities receive consistent praise. At First Landing State Park Campground, one camper highlighted, "Clean, up-to-date facilities. Large laundry room. Close to the bay and a few minutes drive to ocean beaches and the boardwalk." The park maintains regular cleaning schedules for bathhouses and common areas.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Campgrounds in the region typically cater to families. A visitor to Holiday Trav-L-Park noted, "We enjoyed biking all over the place (including a family-friendly bike trail to the VB boardwalk), playing on the many small playgrounds, swimming in the dome-covered pool, playing mini-golf, and enjoying our time."
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings mosquitoes and high humidity. At Newport News Park, a camper observed, "Stayed 21 days (max limit) in June and temps at our site (B46) averaged about 5-10 degrees cooler than out side the park." This temperature difference makes forested campgrounds preferable during summer months.
Site conditions vary: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain. One camper at Newport News Park pointed out, "The sites are quiet, very spacious, nicely spaced, some surprisingly so, but many are deceptively unlevel, particularly on the outside of the loops, and are heavily wooded."
Reservations needed: Isle of Wight Family Campground and other popular locations fill quickly during peak seasons. One visitor shared, "They have on-site bathrooms/showers as well as laundry. It's mostly RV spots but they also allow tent camping and have a couple cabins available for rent."
Swimming options: Davis Lakes Resort provides kid-friendly swimming areas. A visitor mentioned, "There is a lake with a swimming area and a snack bar. The fishing is year-round." The small lakes are typically shallow and warm quickly in summer.
Multi-generational camping: Extended family groups find Chippokes State Park accommodating. One camper shared, "My extended family has been camping here for years. The facilities are great and there is easy access to the beach."
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have better security than others. At Holiday Trav-L-Park, cell service is reliable and the campground is well-lit at night, though one camper noted, "Some people in the campground started BLARING music at 2am and just partying hard. Tried to contact ANYONE to make it stop, but no one ever answered phones."
Hookup availability: At Davis Lakes Resort, most sites offer full hookups. A visitor explained, "The camp grounds have RV sites and cabins but no tent camping. We have stayed several times as my son and his family live in the area. The staff is very accommodating and friendly."
Leveling challenges: Many Suffolk-area campgrounds require leveling equipment. At Newport News Park, a camper advised, "Make sure you have leveling chalks as some of the sites are too uneven for auto leveling to work. We had a 32' class c rig and had no problems other than the auto leveling not working."
Road conditions: Access roads at some campgrounds may be tight with low-hanging branches. One RVer at Newport News Park noted, "There are a lot of low hanging branches on the roads through the park and it is showing some signs of age."
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are offered at Davis Lakes campground in Suffolk?
Davis Lakes Resort offers a comprehensive range of amenities for campers visiting Suffolk. The resort features reservable sites with water hookups and toilet facilities. It's designed to accommodate big rigs, making it suitable for RVers with larger vehicles. The campground's namesake lakes provide water recreation opportunities for guests. For those seeking alternatives nearby, Isle of Wight Family Campground in Windsor is another option with reservable sites and basic amenities including water and toilet facilities, just a short drive from Suffolk.
What are the best campgrounds near Suffolk, VA?
For campgrounds near Suffolk, First Landing State Park Campground is a standout choice with sites ranging from tent camping to 50-foot RV spots with water and electric hookups. Located near Virginia Beach, it offers beautiful wooded sites with beach access just minutes away. Another excellent option is Chesapeake Campground, which provides both drive-in and walk-in access with full amenities including water, toilets, and accommodations for big rigs. Both campgrounds offer a peaceful outdoor experience while remaining conveniently located to explore the greater Suffolk and Hampton Roads area.
What tent camping sites are available in Suffolk, VA?
Tent campers near Suffolk have several excellent options. False Cape State Park Campground offers a unique primitive camping experience with sites accessible only by hiking, biking, or boating in. Located about 5 miles from Little Island Park parking lot, it provides a true wilderness experience. For a more accessible option, Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area offers basic tent camping with parking spots by the water. Virginia residents can camp free for up to 14 days, while non-residents can purchase a $4 daily pass. Both locations offer peaceful settings away from the bustle of urban areas.
Are there any RV camping options in Suffolk, Virginia?
Suffolk and the surrounding area offer several excellent RV camping options. American Heritage RV Park provides concrete, level sites with convenient access to Williamsburg, Richmond, and Virginia Beach. Their clean, air-conditioned bathrooms and friendly staff make it an ideal base for exploring the tidewater region. Another option is The Colonies RV and Travel Park, a lovely small campground with full hookup sites named after the original 13 colonies. Located within National Park land, it's strategically positioned between Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, making it perfect for regional exploration.
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