6 campgrounds with availability next weekend
First Landing State Park Campground welcomes dogs across all accommodation types including cabins, tents, RVs, yurts, and glamping sites. Holiday Trav-L-Park and Virginia Beach KOA maintain similar pet-friendly policies throughout their facilities, allowing pets at all sites with proper restraint. Most Virginia Beach campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements outside designated pet areas. Virginia Beach KOA features 353 sites with full hookups including electric, water, sewer connections, and both 30-amp and 50-amp service for RV campers with pets. Sites typically include picnic tables and fire rings where pets can join their owners during meals and evening relaxation. Facilities generally provide trash receptacles and pet waste disposal stations throughout the grounds. The campgrounds maintain clean bathroom facilities with showers that receive regular attention from maintenance staff. Jet noise from nearby Oceana Naval Air Base occasionally disturbs pets sensitive to loud sounds.
North Bayshore Campground operates seasonally from May through October with boat-in access options for campers bringing pets via water. Kiptopeke State Park Campground remains open year-round with drive-in and hike-in access for dog owners. Many Virginia Beach campgrounds provide shuttle transportation to the oceanfront areas where limited pet access is available during off-season months. Holiday Trav-L-Park offers campers dedicated beach parking near 9th Street, making day trips with dogs more convenient. Multiple swimming pools at larger resorts provide recreation options when pets need rest time in air-conditioned RVs or cabins during hot summer days. False Cape State Park Campground provides more primitive camping with fewer amenities but allows tent campers to bring their pets into a more natural setting. Northwest River Park enforces quiet hours that help prevent excessive barking disturbances, though occasional noise complaints occur when pets react to wildlife or neighboring campers.
"The tent sites are mostly succluded with woods around you. The campground is right down the shore from Virginia beach."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $32 - $147 / night
"HTP is the closest commrcial campground to the Virginia Beach oceanfront & boardwalk as you can get. This place is huge, has Super Sites, FHU sites, tent sites."
"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. "
from $25 - $92 / night
"The Virginia Beach KOA is a nice place to stay. Plenty of things to do every day. This is a newly renovated KOA, and they added a lot of new sites. Also a new pool with a lazy River."
"You can take trolley to Virginia Beach. The pools were clean and lots for kids to do without leaving."
"Very pet friendly and they also made a beach side for pets to swim at. Wild animals usually pass by often later in the evening, horses, deer, rabbits etc; sites are nice and big."
"It has 2 beautiful beaches ‘ one that allows pets and the other does not . There are wooden boardwalk trails in the park and a few of them leads to different areas on the beach ."
Available next weekend
from $32 - $413 / night
"Close to Virginia Beach & Sandbridge. Pet friendly."
"We were in Virginia Beach and looking for a campground. We called in at 6:27pm to ask about accommodations. They closed at 7 and we arrived with 5 minutes to spare."
from $55 - $85 / night
"Just enough out of the way of Virginia Beach to feel like you’re not near a major city. Sites are a very good size. Amenities are plentiful."
"We love having play areas for the kids and a dog park for our fluffy kid."
from $55 - $65 / night
"Close to beach (dog friendly beach!) and lots of sightseeing and restaurants nearby. Bathhouse was clean and modern. Will visit again."
"But in the true spirit of camping, this is a great place to disconnect and take long walks around the base and the beach."
"However, both loops have direct access to an incredible extensive strand of premier beach right on the ocean, with the protection of a natural sand dune barrier."
"This one is a bit out of the way for Virginia Beach, but that also means a quiet stay, unlike the more popular campgrounds underneath the Naval Air Stations runways!"
"This location was PERFECT! It warmed up enough to enjoy the beach which was a 5 minute walk from cabin."
"We picked this site for its proximity to the beach. Site #4 was level and had full hookups. It was a bit tricky to get our setup into but was accomplished once I determined the best way to maneuver."
from $130 / night
TravelerA beautiful campground. Nice wooded sites with decent space between sites. Bathroom and laundry were clean. Showers were just ok. Nice trails and the walk along the James
river was nice. Will definitely stay again.
TravelerDO NOT WAIST YOUR MONEY! THIS IS A SCAM!! Our 3 campsites flooded with 6 inches of water within an hour of arriving before high tide. Very difficult to get ahold of staff due to limited hours of business. I have requested a refund for failure to render services due to unusable campsites. I have left several voicemails and sent emails with attached pictures. Management has been avoiding my phone calls, will not call back. Very unprofessional. I received one call from"management" at 7:20 pm to tell me that he received a message to call me, but he hasn't looked into why he needs to call me and he will call back the next day. I never heard back from him and that was a week ago. I have followed up daily with phone calls without a return phone call. My family makes several camping trips through the year, will never return here.
TravelerGenerous sized sites but only semi-private. Excellent facilities
ScoutThis campground was very enjoyable. I spent a lot of time at the fishing pier, learning to ID birds I had never identified before. Brown pelicans were everywhere near the sunken ships. I also talked to the Hawkwatch people for a bit.
My campsite was far enough from the bathroom I couldn't hear the door slam, but since I was the only one in the F loop, that wouldn't have mattered. Since the loop was so empty, it was an absolute pleasure.
Had the campground been full, I would have felt too close to the people in tents in the sites next to me.
One great thing was that there weren't tent pads so we didn't have to worry about how to fit two tents on to one tent pad.
TravelerNote to Self: No Primitive Site reservations...EVER. I love this park. It's situated far enough from the busy traffic noise...beautiful Virginia city of Hayes. When I arrived, it was such a scorching day and there wasn't nearly enough tree cover to shield my tent from the "son of Hades". Suffered heat exhaustion almost to the point of death...Literally. Night was my only respite. If it hadn't been for the wonderful camp attendants who came to my rescue, it would've been an utterly failed experience. Bless their hearts. Other than that, this was a great training experience for an old Novice camper. Now that I'm a bit more practiced, I'm going back 😁, armed with knowledge and more confidence.
TravelerThe 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.
GuideOur 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.
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.
Virginia Beach campgrounds provide coastal access with unique maritime forest environments at elevations near sea level. Most campgrounds stay open year-round, though North Bayshore Campground operates seasonally from May through October. Camping conditions range from primitive tent sites at False Cape State Park to full hookup RV sites with 30/50-amp service at multiple locations.
Beach access from park trails: First Landing State Park Campground has boardwalks leading directly to less crowded beaches. "The camp ground is beautiful and the people are friendly. 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," notes Timothy B.
Kayaking on protected waters: North Landing Beach offers direct water access for paddlers. "Kayaking is great. Lots of fishing. Ice cream and pizza place open in the evenings," says Jason B., highlighting the combination of water activities and evening amenities.
Exploring secluded coastline: False Cape State Park Campground requires a 5+ mile hike or bike ride to reach the camping area, creating a remote beach experience. "Really there wasn't hardly anyone else out there, so it felt like we had our own private beach," mentions Sam M., who hiked to his site.
Wildlife observation: Kiptopeke State Park features multiple wildlife habitats. "Wild animals usually pass by often later in the evening, horses, deer, rabbits etc; sites are nice and big," reports Gabby B. about evening wildlife viewing opportunities.
Quiet beaches away from crowds: Campers appreciate the less-developed beaches near Kiptopeke State Park Campground. "This park is a nice place to bring your family to camp, fish, crab and relax by the beach and collect seashells. It has 2 beautiful beaches, one that allows pets and the other does not," writes Annemarie R.
Shaded campsites: First Landing offers sites with natural shade. "Large, private sites among really cool, bent trees. Clean, up-to-date facilities. Large laundry room. Close to the bay and a few minutes drive to ocean beaches and the boardwalk," Adam and Suzanne B. explain.
Winter camping options: Virginia Beach KOA remains operational year-round with reduced rates in off-season. "Prices come way down during the off season. Much of the facilities are closed but they keep open one of their bathhouses. Otherwise it's a peaceful stay in the winter months," notes Leo S.
Multiple swimming options: Holiday Trav-L-Park features several pools throughout the property. "Several pools to choose from so you don't have to be packed in at one main pool with all the campground guests," explains Da'Paul F., highlighting how the multiple pool setup reduces crowding.
Military jet noise: Oceana Naval Air Station creates occasional loud overflights at some campgrounds. "People in the southern side of the park near the beach will be very close to a US military base called Fort Story. You may hear occasional machine guns and artillery. You will also hear reveille in the morning," cautions Nita D.
Drainage issues during storms: Several campgrounds experience standing water after heavy rains. "If rain a lot of rain is forecasted you may want to talk to one of the rangers about your particular site," suggests Nicole L. about Northwest River Park & Campground.
Limited cellular service: Some campgrounds have poor connectivity. "Cellular signal and Starlink won't work well here and the campground WiFi isn't great. But in the true spirit of camping, this is a great place to disconnect," mentions Leo S. about Military Park Fort Story.
Tent sites versus RV sites: Kiptopeke's tent and RV areas differ significantly. "The only reason I am giving 4 stars is for everyone. I thoroughly enjoyed my spot being in a cul-de-sac. But driving back to my spot I noticed all the A and B spots for trailers are just on top of each other," explains Joseph H.
Multiple playgrounds: North Landing Beach offers various recreation facilities. "We enjoyed the pool, kayaking & the activities. The store has everything you need & the kids love the snack bar," Chris E. recommends for groups with children.
Educational wildlife opportunities: Virginia Beach KOA provides structured activities for kids. "They have seasonal/holiday family activities, host concerts and have many outdoor games to keep different ages involved," Kelly M. explains about the KOA's programming.
Bike-friendly options: Holiday Trav-L-Park connects to bike trails. "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 (there are three more of them for warm weather), playing mini-golf," shares Amanda P.
Portable beach gear considerations: First Landing's sites require walking to reach the shore. "My extended family has been camping here for years. The facilities are great and there is easy access to the beach. Would definitely recommend to any family that wants to start camping," Xavier N. suggests.
Big rig access: Holiday Trav-L-Park accommodates large RVs but with varying site quality. "The site was half gravel and half grass. The grading wasn't great and the gravel was thin. Lots of water puddles and the grass was swampy," notes Rebecca E. about an off-season stay.
Seasonal site selection: North Bayshore Campground offers concrete pads. "Nice pool & bath house. Owners very nice. Close to Virginia Beach & Sandbridge. Pet friendly," Tony L. explains about the campground's RV amenities.
Military-only options: Military Park Fort Story Cape Henry RV Park provides exclusive access for service members. "Large sites, shaded, and semi private (some trees between sites and sites not right on top of each other). Close to beach (dog friendly beach!) and lots of sightseeing," Steve V. describes.
Off-season RV camping: Virginia Beach KOA welcomes remote workers in shoulder seasons. "I'm here for hybrid remote work and the T-Mobile signal is nice and strong for my needs, both for work and entertainment. Easy to get in and out of the campground," reports Leo S.
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