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Natural Tunnel State Park and Breaks Interstate Park offer cabin accommodations near Wise, Virginia. The Natural Tunnel cabins feature electricity, water, heating, and full bathroom facilities. Cabins at Natural Tunnel provide varying sleeping arrangements, with larger units accommodating up to sixteen people. Breaks Interstate Park maintains cabins with similar amenities, including water hookups and electricity. "The cabins are very clean and relatively new. But, I haven't run into one bad Virginia state park," according to feedback on The Dyrt.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Natural Tunnel State Park provides primitive cabin options alongside more modern accommodations with full utilities. At KOA locations like Bristol-Kingsport KOA and Baileyton KOA Holiday, cabins offer standardized amenities with reliable services. Most parks require reservations, especially during peak summer months. Pet policies vary by location, with many allowing leashed pets in designated cabins. One visitor noted, "The new cabins we rented in this beautiful park" had hiking trails that ran behind them and connected to other park features.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. As one camper shared, "You will have to take your own linens for the beds—a queen and a single." Kitchen facilities range from basic setups to fully equipped in higher-end units. Many campgrounds maintain on-site camp stores with essentials, particularly at KOA locations and state parks. Natural Tunnel State Park has a camp store with basic supplies at the entrance. Larger grocery options require driving to nearby towns, so many cabin campers bring most supplies with them.
"First of all, it is a cross between a tent and a cabin, and it has no electricity, bathroom, or running water."
"The views are spectacular, Camping with electric, water and showers was just a bonus to all the beauty around us and pet friendly. Great people all around and we felt so welcomed."
"Great mountaintop views, hiking, geocaching, kayaking, paddle boats, a zip line, and seasonal white water rafting all available."
"Like a lot of state parks, it’s got the usual wooded picnic table, fire ring, the electrical hook-up thing if you need it (or BYOS - bring your own solar), even nice bathrooms with showers and everything"
from $20 - $38 / night
Check Availability"I spend on average 10 days at a time camping in the primitive grounds (April/May, Aug/Sep & end of October 2023 ) all five spaces are nicely kept and a large communal fire pit is wonderful."
"Amazing trails, well maintained with breathtaking views. Camp site was clean. Accessible. Camp store had all the needed supplies and then some. Friendly staff. Well monitored for safety."
from $37 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Booked a 3 night stay over the weekend and had the primitive camping area to ourselves. 5 spots with tent pads, picnic tables, fire pit, hanging poles, and bear box."
"Had a great weekend at Natural Tunnel State Park. This campground stays booked up but was able to get in on a cancellation for the upcoming weekend."
from $16 / night
Check Availability"We booked before the site filled up and got the best site of the loop — site 006. I don’t know if we’ll ever be back because it was a bit out of the way for us."
"With south Holston lake at your finger tips it offers a great area to fish, boat, kayak, paddle board and swim. Facilities were cleaned everyday so no stinky bathrooms and showers."
from $12 / night
Check Availability"Even though it's very close to the interstate, it was very quiet. We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring."
"Pool, Waterpark, driving range, 2 lakes, showers, bathrooms, mining for kids, playground and store. They offer hand packed ice cream and hot foods daily as well. A great place to stay with kids!"
"I’d never used a KOA before but was tremendously impressed with the serene beauty of this place situated well away from traffic in a bucolic setting."
"They have cabins, a nice pool, a blob, lots of outdoor activities, playground area, horse shoes, even with it being a smaller KOA Campground there is a lot to do."
from $138 - $427 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
LegendSites: 60 Pull thrus
RV-Tent-Cabins 15-30-50 amp service
Hot showers, pool, pets allowed, toilets, laundry, small grocery store This is only of couple of miles off I40 in the rolling hills of Tennessee, very quiet and well maintained. Sites ae a bit close together but not on top of each other. Gravel pads, fire rings, picnic table, trash. Beautiful green space and dog walk area. Enjoy the hiking.
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LegendThis is the first time I have stayed in a yurt, and it was definitely a learning experience. First of all, it is a cross between a tent and a cabin, and it has no electricity, bathroom, or running water. This was not so bad since the campground bath house was only a couple of hundred feet away. However, the temperatures were in the lower 90s outside, and once we walked inside the yurt, it was like walking into an oven. The temperature had to be somewhere around 110 degrees inside. Immediately after opening the door, opening the window and opening the canvas window coverings, we could feel the heat pouring out of the yurt. Fortunately, I had two 100-foot extension cords and a fan in our car. I plugged into the closest campsite and ran the cord to the yurt. There is no way we could have stayed in the yurt without the fan, so if you decide to stay in a yurt at this park during the summer, make sure to take extension cords and at least one fan. One thing that my wife and I found strange was that there were handrails along the three steps to the deck around the yurt, but there were no handrails beside the rougher steps leading to the yurt. Once we got the yurt cooled off to a decent temperature(high 70s), it wasn’t too bad. It had a queen bed and a trundle bed, which our grandson stayed on. A couch, side tables, and a dining table was also inside. The overall appearance inside the yurt was pleasant, and there was a picnic table and rocking chairs on the outside on the deck. There was also a fire pit, another picnic table, and a lantern hanger included with this yurt on the ground outside of the deck area. You will have to take your own linens for the beds—a queen and a single. There are two campgrounds in this state park, and each one is quite different. The Lover’s Leap campground has space for larger RVs and appears to be the newer of the two campgrounds. Although there are playgrounds, a swimming complex, an amphitheater, and much more, some of these venues are closed for the season due to the pandemic. The one thing I was really looking forward to(the chairlift) is only open on weekends. However, we were able to hike a couple of trails and see the natural tunnel. There are also cabins in the campground and they have a variety of sleeping arrangements of up to sixteen people in one cabin. The historical background of the state park is varied and extensive, so there are a lot of things to see within the park and surrounding the park. My wife and I decided we really want to come back and camp here again when we have more time. Overall, the campground has a lot of opportunities for different types of camping, and a lot to do, but if you stay in a yurt, be prepared.
GuideBooked a 3 night stay over the weekend and had the primitive camping area to ourselves. 5 spots with tent pads, picnic tables, fire pit, hanging poles, and bear box. Then there is a very large, communal fire pit, and an open but covered shelter with picnic tables and an outlet to charge your tech things. Water spigot at top, a little walk, uphill, for water. The camp store people said they are unable to use spigot nearby common shelter because it’s no good. 🤷🏻♀️ Glad we brought our large bladder so we weren’t constantly going up and down the hill for water. Camp store with some basics at entrance, and person on golf cart drives around checking on things. Trash dumpster, up the hill just past water spigot. Couldn’t have asked for a more peaceful place, especially for the price, $15/night. Took advantage of some of the hiking trails, which were well maintained and marked. Also, went and checked out the natural tunnel via chairlift. The other two campgrounds looked nice, with big, fancy bathhouses. And the cabins, wow, fancy! Hooray for Virginia State Parks!!
GuideI’d never used a KOA before but was tremendously impressed with the serene beauty of this place situated well away from traffic in a bucolic setting. Mindful of my budget I learned to ask for a tent site with no electricity, no water, just toilets and showers. The young man who helped me observed I was alone and put me in a small cabin for no additional charge. Just outside the cabin was a bonfire of old wood from construction debris. I was super stoked to get this deal. I spent lots of time stoking that fire and sitting outdoors watching the evening arrive. If you’re anywhere near the area do stop in and enjoy a quiet and lovely night. You can even pet the horses nearby.
RangerThe Breaks are considered the “Grand Canyon of the south”. Great mountaintop views, hiking, geocaching, kayaking, paddle boats, a zip line, and seasonal white water rafting all available. A few miles from the campground you’ll even find river access with a sandy beach for summer fun. A wonderful getaway when you want to be away from it all. Several campground sections to choose from with primitive sites to full hookup with electric, water, and sewer. Dump stations are available also. There are laundry facilities and bathhouses (didn’t use either so not sure on condition), playgrounds, picnic shelters, cabins, and inns. Each campsite had a fire ring and picnic table. Spots are definitely not level, so bring a variety of blocks—you’ll need them. No outside lights at the sites so when it’s dark it’s d-a-r-k. Beautiful campground.
LegendThis is our 2nd time staying here for a quick overnight stay. I would definitely like to stay here longer! Even though it's very close to the interstate, it was very quiet. We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring. Shower rooms, laundry room, and store, as well as snack shop! The camp hosts were very kind and friendly. Lots of walking around we area. We were in site B1 46 dollars a night.
GuideThe views are spectacular, Camping with electric, water and showers was just a bonus to all the beauty around us and pet friendly. Great people all around and we felt so welcomed.
LegendWe stopped here at zero dark thirty enroute to Hungry Mother State Park. It was dark, very quiet and sorta creepy. NO ONE was in the primitive camp area which is located off the main campground road , down a gravel road into the trees. This would be an excellent group site because all six tent pads surround this huge fire ring and there’s a nice pavilion with water, power and plenty of picnic tables. I was not interested in getting too comfortable just for a few hours sleep so I aired up my small mattress and crashed in the truck. We were up at the crack of sunlight and exploring. Two, small, nice full service campgrounds with a small store and playground. CCC style hiking trail up around the Natural Tunnel that offers some pretty views. There is a chairlift , gift shop and other attractions , BUT...don’t plan to do anything before 10 am, that’s when everything opens. So we hiked and then got on our way up the road.
LegendThis campground is minutes from Asheville, offering all urban amenities like nearby grocery, Starbucks, etc for last minute errands.
You share the campground with permanent residents, RV's, and primitive campers. Campsites are relatively flat but a little gravely. Sites are pretty close together but each one has a fire ring and picnic table.
You can't get any close to the water, being right on the French Broad River. Sling up a hammock for serious relaxation.
We enjoyed this campground as a large group and rented out 4 adjacent sites. Dogs are welcome. Firewood can be purchased, but we never saw anyone in the office so I would suggest bringing your own.
Bathrooms are at the front of the park, a 10-minute walk from the primitive sites. Bathrooms are not spotless, but they do the trick.
Cabin accommodations near Wise, Virginia include a mix of rustic, primitive, and modern options set within the Appalachian highlands at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,500 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with colorful fall foliage and moderate summer temperatures typically 5-10 degrees cooler than surrounding lowlands. Winter snow can impact cabin access from December through February, particularly at higher elevations.
Hiking trail access: Visitors at Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping appreciate the park's well-maintained network of trails. "Took advantage of some of the hiking trails, which were well maintained and marked. Also, went and checked out the natural tunnel via chairlift," notes Sarah C.
Fishing opportunities: South Holston Lake at Little Oak Campground provides excellent fishing access directly from many cabin sites. "The campground has plenty of room and space for your truck/boat/trailer. The campfire setup worked out well and the view of the lake was unbeatable," reports Kace L.
Educational activities: Cabins near Wise provide access to geological formations and historical sites. A camper at Breaks Interstate Park shared: "Geocached here. If you don't Geocache, never heard of it, your in for a treat. It's like treasure hunting and you get to see some sights/facts/history you may have missed otherwise."
Private bathroom facilities: Many cabins feature clean, modern bathrooms. At Baileyton KOA Holiday, "Shower rooms, laundry room, and store, as well as snack shop! The camp hosts were very kind and friendly," according to Cat R.
Waterfront locations: Several cabin options provide direct lake access. "Little oak offered a great place to stay for a week. With south Holston lake at your finger tips it offers a great area to fish, boat, kayak, paddle board and swim," writes Jayme G.
Quiet settings: Despite proximity to highways, many cabin locations offer peaceful surroundings. "Even though it's very close to the interstate, it was very quiet. We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring," reports a camper at Baileyton KOA Holiday.
Seasonal considerations: Cabin availability varies throughout the year. At Watauga Lake Area, "If you get the right spot you will be on the water and can tie up your canoe or kayak. Deep and clean lake," notes Lori B.
Grocery access: Limited shopping options exist near most cabin locations. "The things one must take into consideration is that you need to bring ANYTHING you might need for groceries and there is limited cell coverage for ATT," explains Eric W. about Breaks Interstate Park.
Reservation requirements: Most cabins require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping offers limited sites: "5 spots with tent pads, picnic tables, fire pit, hanging poles, and bear box. Then there is a very large, communal fire pit, and an open but covered shelter."
Water activities: Families enjoy swimming and boating options at several locations. "Bristol-Kingsport KOA has cabins, a nice pool, a blob, lots of outdoor activities, playground area, horse shoes, even with it being a smaller KOA Campground there is a lot to do," according to Laura H.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins offer opportunities to see local wildlife. "White tail deer are frequent, and very tame. Bathrooms are clean and well maintained. Lots of hot water and water pressure in the showers," reports Carol J. about Breaks Interstate Park.
Budget-friendly options: Primitive camping offers affordable cabin alternatives. "Booked a 3 night stay over the weekend and had the primitive camping area to ourselves... Couldn't have asked for a more peaceful place, especially for the price, $15/night," notes Sarah C. at Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping.
Site selection: Choose cabins with adequate space for vehicles. "We stayed in Lovers Leap Loop, site specific reservable. All these sites are roomy, but often back or butt to the next site," notes Gary P. about Natural Tunnel State Park.
Water management: Many cabin locations have varying water access. A camper at Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping advises: "Water spigot at top, a little walk, uphill, for water. Glad we brought our large bladder so we weren't constantly going up and down the hill for water."
Seasonal access: Road conditions can affect cabin accessibility. "Very scenic place!! We spent 6 nights here, hiked & biked a lot. Off season, so some of the amenities were closed (pool looks awesome). The campground itself isn't really all that great, prepare for some levelling," recommends Bob M. at Breaks Interstate Park.
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