Wes T.
Scout
ScoutAndy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground
Favorite Campsite in VA
Clean facilities, each site has plenty of space. Never had an issue with noisy neighbors. Excellent access to the river. 10/10
Find Top Camping near Berryville, VA
Campgrounds near Berryville, Virginia range from established RV parks to primitive tent sites along creeks and rivers. The area includes Watermelon Park Campground, situated along the Shenandoah River with RV hookups but no sewer connections, and the more secluded Berryville Berries, offering primitive camping along a creek. Both established and backcountry camping options exist within a 30-minute drive, including Sky Meadows State Park to the southeast and several private campgrounds offering cabins. The region's camping facilities typically provide fire rings, picnic tables, and varying levels of hookups depending on the site category.
Road access varies significantly between campgrounds, with some sites requiring careful navigation on narrow roads. According to available data, Watermelon Park campers noted that "the road in off of US 7 is pretty narrow," while primitive sites at Berryville Berries provide a more secluded feel despite being relatively accessible. Most campgrounds in the area operate year-round, though Sky Meadows State Park's hike-in campsites can become muddy during spring rains, making access more challenging. Sites in the region typically require reservations, particularly during peak summer months when water activities draw larger crowds. Permits and specific amenities vary by property, with most private camping areas enforcing quiet hours and providing at least basic restroom facilities.
The Shenandoah River serves as a focal point for many camping experiences near Berryville. Visitors to Watermelon Park frequently highlight water recreation as a primary attraction, with one camper noting they "enjoy taking my chair and sitting in the water and watching kids play." For those seeking more seclusion, Berryville Berries provides a creek-side experience that, according to one review, "has all the feel of being remote and isolated, but it's actually in very short range of all the amenities you'd ever need." Wildlife sightings are common throughout the area, with deer frequently spotted near campsites, particularly at dawn and dusk. Campground density varies from open field settings to wooded sites with natural privacy barriers, giving campers options for both social and secluded experiences within the same general area.
Best Camping Sites Near Berryville, Virginia (172)
1. Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA
40 ReviewsHarpers Ferry, WV16 milesWebsite+1 (304) 535-6895$40 - $80 / night
"We were able to walk or ride our bikes to the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and access the C+O Canal Tow Path from there."
"We set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland. "
2. Candy Hill Campground
23 ReviewsWinchester, VA12 milesWebsite+1 (540) 662-8010$38 - $77 / night
"Unfortunately, it is located right on a major highway. This means there is easy access, but the traffic noise is less than ideal. But the gem of this place is the management and staff!"
"No restaurant within walking range so have food on hand. There are a few places that will deliver but the food is a 5 out of 10 at best. Hwy 81 is right next door so you will hear road noise."
3. Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders
24 ReviewsHarpers Ferry, WV16 milesWebsite+1 (304) 535-2663"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"This hike takes you well above the town settled in West Virginia. While some points are pretty steep don’t let this deter you from completing it. The trail is well maintained, marked, and exciting."
4. Watermelon Park Campground
9 ReviewsBerryville, VA4 milesWebsite+1 (540) 955-4803$60 - $150 / night
"It is a nice campground, decent and clean facilities and a nice location near the river. Price is a little high considering there is no sewer hookup (dump station is on site)."
"Well maintained and owner was around everyday doing work on the property and was friendly."
5. Sky Meadows State Park Campground
10 ReviewsParis, VA11 milesWebsite+1 (540) 592-3556$21 - $112 / night
"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."
6. Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground
56 ReviewsBentonville, VA26 milesWebsite+1 (540) 622-6840$27 - $427 / 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."
7. Berryville Berries
5 ReviewsBoyce, VA6 miles+1 (703) 955-6648$50 / night
"Best thing about it is the proximity to the WMA. It's rustic and somewhat remote, but easily accessible from the WMA. Lots to do as Berryville is a quaint little town but not far from Winchester."
"With easy access off major roadways and a short drive from Winchester, VA, you can get whatever you need and then be back in the woods in no time."
8. The Cove Campground
15 ReviewsHigh View, WV22 milesWebsite+1 (540) 858-2882"Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."
"The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."
9. Mountain Lake Campground
1 ReviewParis, VA8 milesWebsite+1 (540) 837-213410. Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park
45 ReviewsRileyville, VA32 milesWebsite+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."
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Recent Reviews near Berryville, VA
1216 Reviews of 172 Berryville Campgrounds
- Wes T.Scout
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Mixed Results...
I will start with the negatives. They do not enforce quiet hours. At all. We had multiple nights with a large group neighboring campers partying well past midnight. Yelling, slamming car doors, absolutely no regard for fellow campers. I would not recommend staying along the road sites unless you are equipped to deal with noisy neighbors in close proximity.
And the good... The sites in the more wooded areas on the edge of the campground are beautiful. You are less likely to deal with groups of campers there to party. Bathrooms were clean and well maintained, with pay showers available. Firewood, though expensive, was plentiful. Being close to hiking, the lodge, camp store, and visitor center are excellent perks for the price of each site.
I really wish the staff was there to better enforce the quiet hours, as there were multiple campers that struggled to sleep/relax with the raucous crowd so close.
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Chris S.
TravelerHappy Hills Campground
Campground In Need of Upgrades!
We stayed one night here (didn't even unhook from the truck). Arrived in the rain and were leaving early the next morning, so I didn't want to disconnect. Our gravel pad was over 6" out of level, requiring me to use leveling pads and a leveling jack to get trailer level. All the short-term gravel sites looked like they needed some love!
Campground is about 80% seasonal, and apparently has no housekeeping restrictions on residents - some sites were pretty full of old dead golf carts and various debris. Not sure I would want to stay for a destination camping experience, but it was cheap and fine for a one night stay.
- JJames T.Scout
Cornerstone
Great spot for relax
I have a great spot right by the river. It is away from all noise but the flow of water. Right on the river
- BBryan W.Traveler
green ridge state forest
Site 17-pleasant place to stay
We came up here in our Roadtrek campervan. Quiet woodsy forestland. Went for a walk in the morning, lots of birdsong. A bit of road noise from the nearby highways but didn’t hear anything at night.
- LLucinda H.
GuideSkyline Ranch Resort
Good
This camp ground is very nice with a rustic vibe
- SSarah G.Guide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Large or Small, there’s a site for you
The sites vary greatly in size. That being said, each site is spaced or aligned to offer privacy. Bathrooms are easily accessible. Showers can be a bit of a hike away depending on your site location. Pricey; &5 dollars for ten minutes. No other option.
If you are camping off season the biggest inconvenience is the registration process if you are arriving “day of”. There is no WiFi outside of the camp store with is about .75 mile away from the campground. If you find a site you have to drive all the way back to the store to get the WiFi needed to register with Rec.gov. Try to identify 2 or 3 sites in case you drive back and find out that one may not be available. The volunteer “ranger” drives around to monitor. Our volunteer said that a site may be taken but no reservation slip has been attached to the campsite post. We thoroughly enjoyed our site. The fog rolled in and out of the valley like a heavy blanket. The camp was quiet and peaceful in large part due to the absence of noisy generators. There were several hikes of varying abilities that could be accessed from the campgrounds. A great asphalt path led to the camp store. Great for walking g or biking. There was also a gas station and a small cafeteria for those who want a note to eat.
- FFredrick K.Traveler
Marble Quarry Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Great place to get some peace and quiet
If youre looking for fun and people, go to the south campground. But if youre looking for true quiet and have a tent, check out the dispersed campsites. Good shower and bathroom setup that i bet would fare well in a tornado, its got that solid storm shelter feel. Next to a quiet airport, plenty of free firewood to gather
- DDebbie W.Scout
Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA
Not as advertised on website. Loose dogs. Sites not as advertised.
Less amenities than advertised. We usually camp in more rustic locations and planned this trip simply for the fun of the amenities. Their website claims that the pool is seasonal but doesn't list anything else as seasonal. There was supposed to be mini golf, a giant bounce pillow, indoor basketball, an arcade with air hockey and a pool table. Mini golf was fine. The bounce pillow was deflated and full of water. The arcade/pool table/air hockey building was locked and the maintenance guy(who locks it up) was outside smoking before leaving early for the day. The employee at the camp store said it was supposed to be open until the store closed but that he probably just closed it early.
The rules state that dogs need to be on a leash at all times and, in the two hours we actually stayed, we saw four that weren't. One was staying near us and started chasing us when we rode our bikes by. One was wandering about 4 campsites down from it's owner. We mentioned it to the person at the camp store before we were chased and she just shrugged it off.
The map is incorrect. It lists site numbers that don't exist and doesn't list some sites that supposedly do. We spent a fifteen minutes trying to find a non-existent site before going back to the camp office and getting assigned a new site. They acted like it was a new thing caused by maintenance but we just looked and saw a review from ten months ago saying the map was messed up then.
The description of the site we paid for was non electric tent with a sand tent pad. The site we got was on a hill(no actual flat spot) overgrown with weeds, no tent pad, a slanted picnic table, and no actual parking spot. You had to drive over a drainage ditch and park on the hill. If our car didn't have high clearance we wouldn't have made it. There was also a hole in the middle of the site. And the map showed that number site on the corner where another unmarked site was. Our originally assigned site was supposedly in the same group of sites, so it would've been similar. Also don't believe the claim that they're"large sites." Most of them are crammed together. There are a few that look decent sized and flat, but they want you to pay an extra$30 to pick your own site.
We didn't even look in the bathrooms.
We left after two hours. Definitely a waste of$60+ dollars.
Next time we'll go over to the Brunswick Family campground. Their owners are lovely people who care about their customers.
Guide to Berryville
Campsites near Berryville, Virginia sit at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains where elevations range from 500 to 1,000 feet above sea level. The region's climate features four distinct seasons, with spring bringing potentially muddy conditions on hiking trails and summer temperatures typically reaching the mid-80s. Water access varies significantly between campgrounds, with some offering direct river frontage while others feature smaller creeks or no natural water features.
What to do
Tubing adventures: 2-3 miles: At Watermelon Park Campground, tubing is a popular activity with affordable rentals. "Cheap tube rentals with busses that take you 2-3 miles up the road and drop you at boat landing. Bring your own tubes and have a camp member drop you off as well," notes camper Matt S.
River activities: chairs in water: River-based recreation offers simple pleasures beyond just tubing or fishing. "I enjoy taking my chair and sitting in the water and watching kids play. Nice and quiet at night. Fun to watch other families enjoying themselves too," shares Tabatha D. about her experience at Watermelon Park.
Historic exploration: 1.5 mile hike: Harpers Ferry Campground provides access to nearby historic areas via trails. "If you're facing the river then the trail is to the right of the campground with a sign reading that you have entered Harper's Ferry National Park. The trail is about 1.5 miles one way," explains Maggie A., noting you can "grab a bite, visit the history of Harper's Ferry or continue exploring more hiking trails."
Shooting range activities: The Cove Campground offers unique recreational options beyond traditional camping. "This Campground had everything I wanted. Shooting range, ATV trails, fishing, hiking and great campsites," reports Ben M., highlighting the diversity of activities at this single location.
What campers like
Creek-side camping: Berryville Berries offers a secluded feel despite being close to amenities. "Very nice and secluded location where you feel like you're the only people out there. Camped right by the creek and couldn't have asked for more!" shares Adam B. about his son's first camping trip.
Private site spacing: At Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground, campers appreciate the generous site sizes. "Campground is nice and the primitive spots are right next to the river. The spots are a short walk from the parking area and the campground provides wagons to transport your stuff," notes Matt P., highlighting the convenience factors.
Unique wildlife encounters: Some campgrounds offer unexpected animal interactions. "One unique (and awesome) touch: there are goats casually roaming around the campground. It adds a fun, unexpected charm to the place," writes Karl S. about The Cove Campground, showing how wildlife can enhance the camping experience.
Hammock-friendly sites: Sky Meadows State Park's hike-in sites include special features. "If it hadn't rained, I also would've been able to use the hammock posts at my site (you could use these to hang a clothesline too if you wanted)," explains Reba H., noting "the ranger told me that only a few campsites didn't have hammock stands."
What you should know
Road access challenges: The approach to several campgrounds requires careful driving. "The road in off of US 7 is pretty narrow," notes Brian J. about Watermelon Park, while another reviewer mentions "narrow roads" at Harpers Ferry. Plan your route in advance and consider vehicle size limitations.
Varying hook-up availability: Full hook-ups aren't available at all sites. "Price is a little high considering there is no sewer hookup (dump station is on site)," notes Brian J. about Watermelon Park. Similarly, other campgrounds in the region offer partial hookups only.
Site inconsistencies: Sky Meadows State Park campers should note facility variations. "Each site has a bear box, fire ring, picnic table, tent pad with pea gravel, and a lantern pole," explains RL, but another reviewer points out "only a few campsites didn't have hammock stands," showing that amenities differ between sites.
Weather impacts: Spring conditions affect accessibility. "The hike in while it was raining, and the mud wasn't as bad as I'd feared. However, the worn down parts of the trail attracted rainwater drainage, and the runoff narrowed the trail significantly," reports Reba H. about Sky Meadows, indicating how weather can change camping experiences.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Family-friendly amenities vary between campgrounds. "Nice playground that they plan on expanding," notes Matt S. about Watermelon Park Campground, showing ongoing improvements to family facilities.
Water play options: Water features provide natural entertainment for children. "The lake was very nice and would be the perfect place to cool off on a hot summer day," shares Andy S. about The Cove Campground, highlighting how natural features can keep families entertained.
Family space considerations: Campgrounds with larger sites work better for family groups. "This campground has all the feel of being remote and isolated, but it's actually in very short range of all the amenities you'd ever need," explains Chris E. about Berryville Berries, noting how it balances seclusion with convenience.
Transportation options: Some campgrounds offer unique transit experiences. "Rocking trolley to the Dairy Queen was great," shares Daniel T. about Candy Hill Campground, highlighting an amenity specifically appealing to families with children.
Tips from RVers
RV size limitations: Consider your vehicle dimensions when booking. "Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air," explains Matt S. about Harpers Ferry KOA, emphasizing the importance of site selection for larger rigs.
Site density awareness: RV sites at some campgrounds place vehicles close together. "Get cozy, the sites are quite small and tightly packed together," notes Matt S. about Harpers Ferry KOA, suggesting privacy may be limited at more developed campgrounds.
Navigation challenges: Large rigs may struggle with campground layouts. "The roads were freshly paved, the grass/trees trimmed, and the grounds clear of trash. We got lucky and got an end site despite arriving without a reservation," mentions Erin S., highlighting how end sites can offer more space and easier access for RVs.
Specific RV requirements: Some campgrounds have certification requirements. "Made online Reservations without any problem. Walked into the campground office to get my spot & the first question was 'Do you have an RVIA Number'. That is when I was told I could not stay at Candy Hill," reports kcy1998, warning about potential issues for custom or DIY recreational vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best season for camping in Berryville?
When is the best season for camping in Berryville?
Spring and fall are ideal seasons for camping in the Berryville area. Spring (April-May) brings beautiful blooms, with Mathews Arm Campground in nearby Shenandoah National Park offering well-maintained facilities and access to seasonal wildflowers and waterfalls. Fall (September-October) delivers spectacular foliage in the Shenandoah Valley. Summer camping is popular but can be hot and humid, while Brunswick Family Campground offers riverside sites where the water provides a cooling effect. Winter camping is possible but limited, with fewer campgrounds open and potential for cold, snowy conditions.
Where can I find camping spots in Berryville?
Where can I find camping spots in Berryville?
Berryville offers several camping options in the surrounding area. Berryville Berries is a private campground located in town, known for its rustic, quiet setting and easy accessibility. It's particularly convenient to the Wildlife Management Area. Another nearby option is Watermelon Park Campground, situated along the Shenandoah River just outside Berryville. The area also provides access to numerous camping facilities within a short drive, including options in the Shenandoah National Park and Harper's Ferry regions.
What amenities are available at Berryville camping areas?
What amenities are available at Berryville camping areas?
Camping areas around Berryville offer varied amenities to suit different preferences. Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views provides beautifully manicured grounds with a large dog park, swimming pool, and is uniquely situated adjacent to a working farm where livestock graze near the campsites. Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins, with excellent access to river activities and hiking trails. Many campgrounds in the region maintain clean facilities, access to water, and some offer additional amenities like camp stores, showers, and recreational activities.
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