Best Tent Camping near Wingina, VA
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Best Tent Sites Near Wingina, VA (15)
1. Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park
Greenway, Virginia28 Reviews•90 Photos•10 SavesCanoe Landing Group Campsite (one primitive site) - There's a group site near the canoe landing. The site accommodates up to 42 people - no hookups, tents only. It's near a restroom and features a fire ring with a flip grill, picnic tables and a pedestal grill. There's a $30 fee for canceling a group-camping reservation.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Picnic Table
$15 - $80 / night
2. Walnut Grove — James River State Park
Greenway, Virginia11 Reviews•38 Photos•5 SavesCamping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
$15 - $18 / night
3. Branch Pond — James River State Park
Greenway, Virginia9 Reviews•32 Photos•4 SavesCamping reservations are highly recommended, and all campgrounds are site-specific - call 1-800-933-7275. The park has five campgrounds. Three of them, Branch Pond, Walnut Grove and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms at those campgrounds. Drinking water is unavailable in the primitive campgrounds, but potable water is available at five of the six picnic shelters. Canoe Landing is the only campground on the river. Please note that primitive sites do not have electricity.
Branch Pond - Seven primitive sites in a wooded area about two miles from the river (BranchPondPrimTent). Tents only. Each site has a tent pad.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
$15 - $18 / night
4. Warren Ferry Landing
Scottsville, Virginia2 Reviews•7 Photos•19 SavesCome enjoy Warren Ferry Landing, our expansive and shaded property just steps from the James River! Our property boasts 400+ feet of river frontage for you to enjoy and you can swim, fish, or even launch a canoe directly from our sites. There are TWO available camping sites on this property.
About the property
Our property is located adjacent to the historic Warren Ferry crossing of the James River. This is one of two historic ferry crossings near Scottsville, VA! The other, Hatton Ferry, is located a little bit down river from this location.
Our property is only 8 miles from Scottsville so if you need to pop into town for something you forgot it is quite easy. There are many other activities that you can partake in nearby or on our property. There is fishing, swimming, hiking, and kayaking all within easy reach of our property.
We do not live onsite but we aim to be easily reachable over the phone or text. If you have any questions before or during your stay please don’t hesitate to reach out. Keep in mind that during the night it is possible to hear some train activity from across the river.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
$21 - $60 / night
5. Hog Camp Gap
Montebello, Virginia2 Reviews•7 Photos•23 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Firewood Available
- Alcohol
6. Cloverdale Farms
Cumberland, Virginia3 Reviews•6 Photos•9 Saves- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$40 / night
7. Dispersed Camping Site off FR 812
Glasgow, Virginia2 Reviews•3 Photos•131 SavesThe best way to find out what areas are open to dispersed camping is to contact the nearest District Office to the area you wish to visit. Dispersed camping is not allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas, or trailheads. Many people drive out on Forest Service roads and look for a clearing or a spot with a view. Do not drive on meadows to access your camping site. Drive on existing roads to prevent resource damage. Dispersed camping is allowed in a one-mile perimeter away from campgrounds and 200 feet from any stream. To prevent resource damage please keep your campsite within 150 feet from a roadway.
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- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
8. Lynchburg KOA (formerly Wildwood Campground)
Big Island, Virginia1 Review•10 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Phantom Hill Forest Farm
Mineral, Virginia1 Review•12 Photos•10 SavesRetreat in our forest! Great for couples, families, and groups! No camping gear? No problem. Sites are stocked with kitchen essentials including dishes, utensils, pots and pans, a grill with propane, insect screen, chairs, hammocks, and much more! We have games you can borrow and a recreation area. Just bring a tent, sleeping bag, and food.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
10. Daybreak Glamp Camp
Amelia Court House, Virginia2 Reviews•17 Photos•19 SavesAt Daybreak Glamp Camp you will have the opportunity to treat yourself to a personalized Glamping Experience or Camp Out at a private location. This is a great place for an intimate retreat or family/group outing while enjoying a special time outdoors.
Some of the onsite RV campers are nestled alongside a shallow creek, along with tent sites in a wooded area surrounded by the peace and beauty of nature's surroundings. Throughout the property you will have access to trails, fire pits, hammocks, outdoors seating and tables and children's play areas. Enjoy a night walk with trails that are lit up to guide your path.
Whether you are a first timer or seasoned camper this is where you want to be for your glamping or camping experience.
To make your stay here with us even more special. You can select one of these extras when you make your bookings with us.
- Arrange for your own personal massage therapy treatment from our in-house Licensed Massage Therapist.
- Have your own prearranged garden party or outdoor meal.
- Want to learn how to increase your outdoor skills, no problem! Take advantage of some of our Survival & Preparedness sessions. From fire prepping, shelter building, water purification and more… This is a great opportunity for all ages and experience levels.
- Tent Rentals for extended camping opportunities
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- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
$25 - $150 / night
Recent Tent Reviews in Wingina
626 Reviews of 15 Wingina Campgrounds
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Scout
Devil’s Backbone Camp
Great campground
This campground has varying types of sites: full, electric, tent, and a wonderfully warm bathhouse!
There’s also a pub with food, which I haven’t tried. The folks who run the place are fabulous!!!!
Wayne T.
GuideDevil’s Backbone Camp
Best primitive sites! Such a nice campground!
This was such a awesome campground!! First time ever staying and everybody was so helpful and friendly. He had the camp host come and check on us to see how things were. We stayed at the group 105 site and could not have been happier with that pick. It was off all by itself with the other 4 group primitive sites. Sites were huge and you could arrange and set up however you liked. Really loved that having 2 vehicles and 3 tents we had so much room. Loved the bathhouse being close too. Just a quick little walk/or drive around the corner the showers and stalls were so clean as well. Fire ring was huge too and they have wood on site. We even checked out the restaurant and bar/brewery on site. Everything looked so cool loved the way everything was set up. We will 100% be coming back and do the group site again. ur original plans of going off into the national forest and dispersed camping got canceled so we hated we couldn't do that. But this site the way they are set up really makes you feel like you are still out there disperse camping but with the luxury of a campground being so close. Loved it so much!
- TTimothy B.Guide
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Natural Bridge
Nice family environment
This place has tons of activities for kids and teens. This place has a family feel to it.
Mateo M.Guide
Cloverdale Farms
Our first roof top tent experience
My partner and I were traveling to Richmond, we needed a quick place to stop and rest. We reached out the day of and the owners of the property were so kind, accommodating, and understanding. They set us up with firewood, and all the necessary equipment to have a wonderful night under the stars. The icing on the cake was waking up and spending some time with their horses and goats and this really sweet orange cat. The property was gorgeous and the experience was wonderful.
SJ W.Guide
Reservoir Road Dispersed Campsite
Very long road to get there
Went in August and it was very buggy, also had someone park pretty close which when I drive down a really long dirt road that is questionable for my van, i want it to be private and this was about 5 miles of dirt road to get to it.
- NNancy P.
Traveler
Oronoco Campground
Great FREE disperse campground with bathroom
I love this campground, it’s 5 to 10 minutes from BV, right on the river, primitive with bathrooms, which is fine with me, I sleep in my forerunner with my two dogs, plenty of land and trails, it’s perfect for what I need👍
- NNancy P.Traveler
Oronoco Campground
Great primitive campsite with restrooms
Less than 10 campsites, all with fire circles and a public bathroom site. each campsite is on the river, very beautiful.
- WWessel D.Scout
Oronoco Campground
Great!
Loved this little campground. Nice and quiet, toilets available (though not very clean but good enough). Only thing is that there’s a dog, we think from a property nearby, that acts aggressive towards campers. Luckily it went home around 18h, so we had a great night, but it was back the next morning and immediately had aggressive behavior. So watch out and be careful with your food!
- NNancy P.Traveler
North Creek Campground
Great campground
very private, $15 a night, water, bathrooms, right on the river, pet friendly👍.. right next to the AT.. I have a German shepherd and a mini Australian shepherd and they had a blast!
nancy B.Scout
Waynesboro North 340 Campground
Aftermath of the hurricane
My Rv sustained damage from a tree. The staff were awesome but the owner wasn’t. She wouldn’t even acknowledge me or say how sorry she was. Then she had me assigned to the worst site in the park. I have never been treated so terribly. She was only interested in her revenue and not the people.
- HHarold H.Scout
Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA
Natural Bridge KOA
Staff were friendly campground was nice with shade pull throughs and fairly level.
- EEben O.Traveler
Thunder Bridge
Idyllic forest campground
Thunder BRidge is a unique property tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Near Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia, the campground was once a CCC camp. Now it is home to many quiet tent sites, screen cabins, log cabins, and even some fully furnished rental cabins.
The campground is about 60% wooded, the rest is open ground with buildings from the camp's earlier days. The open area includes several artists' studios. At one edge is a forest creek, great for wading.
The campground is mostly tenting sites and rustic cabins, but there are RV sites in the open area.
This is not a "resort" but you won't find a more beautiful, quiet campground!
Katie M.Scout
Daybreak Glamp Camp
Best camping experience!!!
My boyfriend and I went camping here for our anniversary last October, and it was so fun! The owner and his family were super sweet and helpful. They definitely set you up for success!! He even let us borrow some gear when our tent got raind out and showed us a few tricks. We are definitely coming back for our next anniversary!! It was just so much fun.!
LDcakesTravelerNorth Creek Campground
A Peaceful Camping Getaway
Our camping trip in Virginia was a step into serene simplicity for just $15. Nestled in a beautiful forest, we found peace with no electricity, no internet, and no phone signals—just pure nature. The campsite featured picnic tables, a fire pit, and even hooks to hang a cauldron for boiling water or cooking fish, adding to the rustic charm. Although there were no showers or sinks, the pit toilet served its purpose well. We spent our time enjoying a barbecue under the stars, fully embracing the natural world around us. Despite bear warnings and the lack of modern conveniences, this getaway left us refreshed and grateful for the peacefulness that only nature can offer.
- Jen T.Traveler
Holliday Lake State Park Campground
Nice but Gun Range During Summer
Probably a great place to camp during the fall. During the summer they lease space to the 4-H club that teaches people to shoot black powder muskets for the civil war reenactments. From 8:30am until 3-5pm it sounds like a gun range. It’s not a shot here and there, its volleys of black powder guns (think cannons) being shot all at once. It echos off the water and is the opposite of peaceful. The ranger said it would only be for an hour a day, unless it was a competition day, well for the 5 days we were there it must have been competition. We ended up leaving the park during the day.
The sites are good. Most need lots of leveling help (bring spare wood!). The newer part has a nice bathhouse. The older part had a really old bathhouse. (So old it’s hard to tell if it’s dirty or just old.)
It’s not a bad place to visit. But combat veterans should avoid during the summer months.
The sites are nice. The ones in the newer area (laurel ridge) are close to the nice bathhouse. Both bathhouses have WiFi. No cell service to speak of. (We have Verizon but most of these places have none.)
- MMicah B.Scout
Powhatan State Park Campground
Camping and remote work
Like most Virginia state parks the River Bend campground is well spaced out and great for RV camping. Verizon service was stable enough to work all week with a Jetpack without the need for a directional cell booster
- MMicah B.Scout
Red Oak Campground — James River State Park
Camping and remote work
Nice campground in line with expectations for most Virginia state parks. Verizon service is spotty 1 to 2 bars and unreliable data but with a directional cell booster we are able to get enough signal for our Verizon Jetpack to work
- TTimothy B.Guide
Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
Great experience
The staff is friendly and go out of there way to answer questions you may have. The camp site are spaced out good. They do have showers and rest rooms and water near your camp site. Can’t wait to visit again.
- NNick A.Scout
Devil’s Backbone Camp
Robbery
$150 per night is crazy. Nothing special about the campground except proximity to devils backbone. This is a parking spot in a field with no trees and the sewer likely on the wrong side. There are no amenities. We’ve stayed many times but plan to go elsewhere going forward.
Chaz M.
Ranger
Misty Mountain Camp Resort
Fun for the family
This campground was really great for a family with small children. There were events the entire time we were there and the staff were awesome. The only detractors were that our site (52) was tiny so it was a tad stressful having kids running around right beside the road, the smell of weed that was prevalent (not the campground’s fault) and the motorcycle noise from the nearby interstate.
- GGabeGuide
Shenandoah Valley Campground
Nice place to stay
We spent 2 weeks at SVC while our trunk was in the shop(our travel trailer got towed there- highly recommend Good Sam Roadside policy). Everyone on staff was accomodating, helpful and friendly. Very nice campground ammenities- stocked fishing pond, big swimming pool, and really nice creek for tubing with waterfall to cool down on the hotter days, horseshoes, mini golf and more. The biggest negative is lack of cell service/internet. Luckily it's a short drive to get service. Weekends were packed(esp. Memorial Day), but much quieter during the week. Many sites are tight and no walking paths between rows so people regularly walk through occupied sites when it's crowded. Smaller negatives- some washer/dryers out of order and litter left by campers wasn't picked up. Overall, a nice place to stay.
- VVictor E.Guide
Chris’s Private Property
Basic private startup site with hookup
Chris is establishing a couple of sites on his private property and getting organized. Simple and just off the road, but quiet. Chris is friendly and reachable by phone. A short 100 yards to a rushing creek. We needed a last minute spot during Memorial Day weekend and Chris set us up. Now showers, flat gravel site with pull through between hookups and picnic table platform.
- Robert L.Traveler
Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort
5 star resort doesn't complete
This resort is 5 Star in amenities. Indoor pool in the lodge, restaurant, outdoor pool connected to the indoor one. Another outdoor pool area by the general store (wasn't open yet) has a large pool and kids pool. The activities center has things going on every day. They also have a large room with a large screen that you can reserve to watch movies. There is a stable for horse riding. Also, there's miniature golf. They have cabins, yurts,and a tree house for rent. The laundry is free. Our campsite, lowest level, has a table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs, and a propane grill. The higher level has an outdoor sink. The top level has a jacuzzi. The grounds are well designed for landscaping and kept trimmed. Now, for the cons. Our back- in site isn't level. We were told that is by design so water will flow off. Maybe. Our loop doesn't have any bathhouse, while the one next door has two. We did take a shortcut that went over a clay hill. Probably not safe if it's raining. The shower looks nice. Would stay drier if people would put the curtain inside the barrier. Shelves and benches in the showers are nice. Water pressure is mediocre to good. We're still waiting for hot water. I do say the help keeps it clean. There are sanitizer bottles left in the bathrooms and showers. Overall, it is a nice place to sit and relax.
Colletta & Co. 🤙.Traveler
Lee Hi Campground
A situation-dependent stopover
For $43.24 we got a pull through site with full hookups. However, we had to disconnect shore power because we kept tripping the 50A service even when we turned our draw down to 30A. As we head into 2 weeks of sewerless sites, this made sense for us to stop, shower, laundry, and top up on power and water. If you don’t have that sort of limitation ahead, this gas station truck stop likely isn’t worth your money.
- TTravis W.Traveler
Twin Lakes State Park Campground
Small, quiet place with good service
Bike packed in from my house yesterday evening, camped for the night, and heading back this morning. Shower/toilet facilities are clean, good water/power, etc. This park isn’t bad for just chilling out and getting some nature time in, but there aren’t any breathtaking views and so on. Most campsites are on a very slight slope, shouldn’t have any issues if you set up right.
Derek D.ScoutReservoir Road Dispersed Campsite
Primitive spot
Nice camping spots on the pedlar river in Amherst county. Multiple spots along reservoir rd.
Brad W.TravelerDevil’s Backbone Camp
Awesome spot
Great spot with clean facilities. Cell phones worked just fine. They are adding more electric sites. Walk to the brewery. Probably my favorite improved camp site for beer enthusiasts!
Guide to Wingina
Tent camping near Wingina, Virginia, offers a variety of scenic locations and outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. With well-reviewed campgrounds nearby, campers can enjoy the beauty of the Virginia wilderness.
Tent campers should check out Canoe Landing Group Campsite
- The Canoe Landing Group Campsite allows fires and is pet-friendly, making it a great spot for families and friends.
- This site features picnic tables and toilets, ensuring a comfortable camping experience amidst nature.
- Access is available via both drive-in and walk-in, providing flexibility for different camping styles.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- At Walnut Grove, visitors can enjoy peaceful surroundings and stunning views, perfect for hiking and relaxing.
- The Branch Pond campground offers excellent hiking and biking trails, along with opportunities for floating and fishing.
- For those seeking a more secluded experience, Hog Camp Gap provides access to beautiful mountain views and hiking trails.
Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $30
- Camping at Canoe Landing Group Campsite requires a permit, with fees typically around $20.
- The Walnut Grove site also requires a permit, with costs generally in the $25 range.
- For a free option, Hog Camp Gap offers a no-cost camping experience, perfect for budget-conscious campers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Wingina, VA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Wingina, VA is Canoe Landing Group Campsite — James River State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 28 reviews.
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