Best Campgrounds near Warrenton, VA

Located 40 miles southwest of Washington DC, Warrenton, Virginia serves as a gateway to diverse camping experiences throughout Fauquier County and surrounding areas. Established campgrounds like Bull Run Regional Park and Shenandoah River State Park offer full-service sites with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and sanitary dump stations. Both tent and RV camping options are available, with several locations also providing cabin rentals and glamping accommodations. Specialty sites like A World Away Farm LLC maintain just two camping spots on 20 acres, allowing for more privacy and a farm experience with horses and other animals.

Camping seasons vary significantly across the region, with most sites open year-round while others like Mathews Arm Campground in Shenandoah National Park operate seasonally from May through October. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and fall foliage season. The proximity to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Washington DC means these mixed-use campgrounds balance natural settings with accessibility to urban amenities. Water management can be an issue at some locations, as noted by one camper: "There was a fairly heavy day of rain. The mouths of metal culverts were bent downward from campers driving over them, which obstructed the flow. Result was lots of standing water at our campsite."

The camping experience near Warrenton varies from quiet farm settings to more developed regional parks. Public lands in Shenandoah National Park and Prince William Forest Park provide trails and natural features, while private campgrounds like Greenville Farm Family Campground receive consistently high ratings for their amenities. Reviews indicate that noise can be a factor at some locations, with one visitor noting: "There is a shooting range in the park. It is on a flight path for DCA. And, I-66 is not that far away." Wildlife encounters are common throughout the region, with tick awareness being particularly important during warmer months. Many campgrounds combine historical significance with natural settings, offering educational opportunities along with traditional camping activities.

Best Camping Sites Near Warrenton, Virginia (132)

    1. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $39 - $100 / night

    "We have lived in northern Virginia for over 30 years and never been to this campground until this month! Very nice campground with friendly staff and friendly campground hosts."

    "History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."

    2. Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 221-7181

    $26 / night

    "The Oak Ridge campgrounds at Prince William Forest Park are a lovely little campground just outside Washington DC. The sites were large, the facilities are clean and the staff friendly and helpful."

    "Showers are in loop B, which is a 5-7 minute walk. During holiday weekends the sites closest to the shower facilities are fully booked and have less privacy."

    3. Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bentonville, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 622-6840

    $30 - $40 / night

    "Virginia has the best state park campgrounds. Water and electric. Large sites. The bathrooms are clean with separate shower rooms. Nice hiking in the park. Near SNP. Responsive and friendly rangers."

    "In my opinion it has the best location of the 3 Turks they have. It’s it the woods close to a boat landing you can see a bit of the river. In the fall or spring I’m sure the view is amazing."

    4. Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    45 Reviews
    Rileyville, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3132

    $30 - $75 / night

    "This is a nice and very large campground tucked away in the northern part of Shenandoah. The facilities and grounds were well kept and it’s a short car’s travel (but there’s also a trail!)"

    "There are a few trails encompassing and leading out from the campground, and it's nice to have a central location from which you can out on small hikes."

    5. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."

    "Our site had the AT running right behind it. The was plenty of access to trails, and pretty central to the park. The campground is near showers, laundry, campstore, and visitor center."

    6. Rappahannock River Campground

    11 Reviews
    Sumerduck, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 212-0343

    "Great for a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle. Very relaxing"

    "We paid our fee, which was only around $15, and then another $5 for a bunch of firewood. The Firewood was a bit wet and didn't work out, but hey, beggars can't be choosers."

    7. Sky Meadows State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Paris, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 592-3556

    "Parking is in a locked lot steps away from trail head which leads to campsites about a mile away. Campsites are in a wooded area of park well away from other park attractions so it's very quiet."

    "When we were there they were having a historical reenactment near the visitors center that was so cool! We came in August and it was super hot, but that is just Virginia."

    8. Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    17 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    25 miles
    +1 (703) 221-2474

    "Adjacent to Prince William Forest, near shops and restaurants, and less than an hour away from Washington, DC. Good nature getaway from the city."

    "Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located."

    9. Greenville Farm Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Catharpin, VA
    16 miles
    +1 (703) 754-7944

    $60 / night

    "Trails, creek, pool, fishing ponds (back end), batheooms, etc, great rates. No firewood- need to bring your own."

    10. A World Away Farm LLC

    2 Reviews
    Elkwood, VA
    16 miles
    +1 (240) 626-3488

    $20 - $50 / night

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Recent Reviews near Warrenton, VA

1032 Reviews of 132 Warrenton Campgrounds


  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Love this Campground

    I love camping in Matthews Arm, it has a flush toilet restroom. The site A7 has a hug parking, can fit RVs and spacious area for tent, table, fire pit. Only downside is that the tent pad is kind of connected to site A09, so privacy is not the best.

  • Jack W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    South Fork Shenandoah River

    Great dispersed spot

    Only a few spots around, but beautiful spot right on the river with fire pits. No other amenities but it was exactly what we were looking for

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Cedar Creek Trail dispersed campsite

    Cedar Creek Trail Dispersed Campsite

    Went to Stultz gap and was a little unimpressed. Drove about 10 minutes further north on the same road.

    Location is approximate. After the intersection, the road will turn into a trail (marked by a metal gate) and there is a campsite right there.

    Was very peaceful and clean. Had an established fire ring.

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Campsite

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Camping

    The spot itself is right next to the road. The map seems to indicate trails connected but they appear very overgrown.

    Appears some may use this with horses as some small amount of waste was left behind.

    We ended up driving about 10-15 minutes further north along the same road and found a nicer spot with an established fire ring.

  • Brian B.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    The Retreat at Shenandoah Meadows

    Great place, zero oversight…

    First, let me say that the viewers at this campground are incredible. We stayed there this September and my family had a fantastic time in their cabins. When we got there, we found our cabin and these had codes to be able to enter. All was fine till we started looking at bathrooms.

    None of the bathroom facilities are labeled, male or female, but it was just our family there so it wasn’t a really big deal. Later on in the weekend, another group showed up, and then we felt as though we needed to try and find or figure out another way to ensure that the girls were safe.

    Every building in the campground is open you can walk literally anywhere you would like. Nobody is there to enforce anything. We had such a good time, that I still give it four stars. We had such good views that I would still give it four stars. But I would be aware of what you’re going to.

  • Alex R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    Great camp site for our motorcycle trip

    Awesome views, good food in the restaurant up the hill. Lots of people on horses running around which we loved, and good live music after dinner. Could get muddy if you're there after rain

  • Nicholas H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Lovers Lane FarmStay

    Campsite didn't get reservation from Dyrt

    Reserved campsite through Dyrt. Upon calling the campsite to confirm the booking they said they didn't receive the reservation and that the site was already booked by another group. They said this has happened in the past for others. Do not recommend booking.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Watermelon Park Campground

    Beautiful setting!

    This camping ground is for RVs only. It's right on the Shenandoah River so it's a quiet peaceful setting. However it's a long way from any town, has terrible wifi, (the mobile data was slightly better) & doesn't hav a laundry room. The road in is very narrow so our moterhome had a little difficulty getting in, but we made it! There is only a dumping station. This is just info, not a bad review :) they have showers & firewood & the staff is very friendly & helpful! Tubing on the river was closed for the season but that wud have been a great pass time!


Guide to Warrenton

Warrenton's camping areas range from 300 to 3,000 feet in elevation with significant seasonal temperature fluctuations. Summer camping temperatures typically reach 85-90°F during day and drop to 60-65°F at night. Most campgrounds near Warrenton remain accessible year-round, though facilities like drinking water may be winterized from November through March at higher elevation sites.

What to do

Hiking along creek trails: At Oak Ridge Campground, trails follow creek beds through dense forest, offering moderately difficult terrain suitable for day hikers. "The campground sits in a beautiful Prince William national Forrest. We spent 5 days camping and exploring the civil war battle areas and other things. Definitely worth exploring," notes Daniel S.

Stargazing at higher elevations: Night sky viewing is excellent at higher elevation campsites, particularly during spring and fall. "We did go back out to the field at night to do some star gazing and that was beautiful," shares Jon N. from Rappahannock River Campground.

Horseback riding opportunities: Several campgrounds allow access to equestrian trails from spring through fall. "A World Away Farm LLC maintains horses that children can interact with directly. "She got to feed the chickens, gather eggs and offer carrots to the beautiful horses," writes Michael C. about his family's farm camping experience.

What campers like

Clean, modern facilities: Campers consistently praise bathroom facilities in the area's state parks. At Shenandoah River State Park, "The bathrooms are clean with separate shower rooms. Nice hiking in the park. Near SNP. Responsive and friendly rangers," according to Adam and Suzanne B.

Wildlife encounters: Many campsites offer regular wildlife viewing opportunities in natural settings. "We saw lots of wildlife but had no issues with trash or food (raccoons left everything alone). We saw DC during the day but camped each evening. It was amazing!" reports Lisa P. about her stay at Oak Ridge Campground.

River access: Multiple campgrounds provide direct water access for fishing, wading, and swimming. "There are several rustic campsites located on the Southfork of the Shenandoah River, as well as modern electric sites, RV sites, and cabins. Park and campgrounds are clean and well maintained," describes Ricki F. at Shenandoah River State Park.

What you should know

Primitive vs. developed sites: The camping options vary widely in amenity levels. At Sky Meadows State Park, "It's about a mile hike in to the campground... Each site has a bear box, fire ring, picnic table, tent pad with pea gravel, and a lantern pole," explains RL.

Weather variability: Weather can change quickly, especially at higher elevations. "It rained the entire time but we still had a blast. The best review I can give us of the bathrooms. They're with staying again alone. Locking doors, individual stalls," reports Yvonne B. at Bull Run Regional Park.

Reservation requirements: Most sites require advance booking during peak seasons (April-October). "Loops B and C reservable. Loop B sites are for large families or groups. Loop C is more remote. Each loop has a bathroom building, Loop B is the only one with showers," details Tracy R. from Mathews Arm Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly programming: Several campgrounds offer structured activities for children, particularly on weekends. At Bull Run Regional Park, "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," shares Bridget H.

Farm experiences: Several camping areas include farm animal interactions for children. At Greenville Farm Family Campground, "We are repeat customers and come here with our troops. Nice mix of RV and tent campers. Quiet. Trails, creek, pool, fishing ponds (back end), batheooms, etc, great rates," writes Josey F.

Educational opportunities: Campgrounds near historical sites offer learning experiences. "There are tons of amenities here. Really great for beginner campers. Lots of history near by so check out the old battle fields and buildings that housed troops during civil war," says Daniel S. about Bull Run Regional Park.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Many RV sites require leveling blocks due to terrain. "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," advises Drew M. about his stay at Bull Run Regional Park.

Water and electrical hookups: Several campgrounds offer hookups suitable for smaller to medium RVs. "I had a 30amp hookup with no issues. They also have up to 50amp full hookups. All of them looked well maintained," notes Megan K. about Prince William Forest RV Campground.

Pull-through accessibility: Some of the best places to camp near Warrenton for RVers offer easy-access sites. "Almost all sites are pull through and are close together. Most have some tree cover (and some of the trees could use a trim along the roads)," observes Kristen M. about Prince William Forest RV Campground.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Warrenton, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Warrenton, VA offers a wide range of camping options, with 132 campgrounds and RV parks near Warrenton, VA and 13 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Warrenton, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Warrenton, VA is Bull Run Regional Park with a 4-star rating from 42 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Warrenton, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 free dispersed camping spots near Warrenton, VA.

What parks are near Warrenton, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Warrenton, VA that allow camping, notably Prince William Forest Park and George Washington Memorial Parkway.