Top Tent Camping near Woodford, VA
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Best Tent Sites Near Woodford, VA (11)
1. Lake Anna State Park
20 Reviews•76 Photos•165 SavesCamping Lake Anna Campground offers sites with and without water and electric hookups, centrally located restrooms with hot showers, fire-rings, picnic tables and lantern holders. Half the sites may be specifically reserved; the rest are assigned upon arrival. A table showing site-specific sites can be found here (PDF). Click here for pictures of the sites. Bunkhouse One bunkhouse - No weekly requirement. The park rents a camping lodge (bunkhouse) that's next to the bathhouse in the north camping loop. The bunkhouse is not a full-service lodge. The north loop's bathhouse includes the only restroom facilities for your stay. It's a two-room trailer with seven bunk beds, a refrigerator, a microwave oven, a coffee pot and an air conditioner. The bunkhouse also has a charcoal grill and deck outside. Cooking and smoking are not permitted inside the lodge. Five vehicles are permitted with rental of the lodge; the daily parking fee must be paid for additional vehicles. Yurts Recreational yurts are a modern adaptation of an ancient nomadic shelter. Functionally speaking, it's a cross between a tent and a cabin. Lake Anna has four yurts in the back section of the campground and tucked neatly into a wooded area for privacy and extra shade. Each yurt has a large wooden deck and includes a ground-level picnic pad with a picnic table, fire-ring and separate cooking grill. Reservations are required. Parking for two cars per yurt is at the beginning of the "yurt village," and carts are available for moving items from there to the yurts on a gravel trail. Those with more than two vehicles must pay a daily parking fee and park in overflow lots located throughout the campground. Check-in is 4 p.m. and checkout is 10 a.m. The rental season begins on the first Friday in March and ends on the first Sunday in December. Cabin rental and cancellation policies apply. There is a two-night minimum rental during the rest of camping season.
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2. Caledon State Park
5 Reviews•14 Photos•112 Saves- Pets
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3. Lake Land'Or General Campground
2 Reviews•13 Photos•53 Saves- Pets
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4. Leesylvania State Park
6 Reviews•4 Photos•115 Saves- Phone Service
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8. Phantom Hill Forest Farm
1 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.
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10. Endeavor Point
5 Reviews•13 Photos•56 SavesNOTE: THERE IS A 2 NIGHT MINIMUM FOR HOLIDAY WEEKENDS.
Great place for fishing, camping, kayaking, lazy days on the beach grilling and hanging out with family and friends. Book family events on the beach. Come and explore the historic Benedict village. Join us at our Endeavor Point to enjoy simplicity and remarkable views of the Patuxent river. The Endeavor Point is located at the end of Mill Creek Road, offering breathtaking views of the Patuxent river, overlooking Golden Beach and St. Mary's County shoreline. Far enough for a serene retreat and yet just a few minutes drive to shops and restaurants in Prince Frederick or Charlotte Hall. Endeavor Point is a diamond in the rough. Come play, fish, relax, and have fun! Whether you’re in Maryland for a day, weekend stop or a week of touring, Endeavor Point is the perfect spot for bird watching, fishing, kayaking, camping, stargazing, or just enjoying a serene evening by the fire. Enjoy breathtaking views from each one of our 3 comfortable accommodations or from any of the campsites. Spacious outdoor area, rustic beach, long pier. Explore the Patuxent river or Mill Creek with our kayaks or paddle board, available for rent on site.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Woodford
396 Reviews of 11 Woodford Campgrounds
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Lewis B.
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Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park
Night stop
I was only stopping for single night. I could not access water as the spigot was broken. Was not informed next door there was a outdoor concert that went until 10pm extremely loud
dito S.Scout
Pohick Bay Campground
Pohick Bay Campground
Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers. Don’t forget to register dito sim to stay connected during your visit!
- ZZu Y.
Guide
Aquia Pines Campground
So convenience campsite, right up the Rt 95, 36mile from Washington DC.
And the host are very kind and very friendly, event near Rt. 95, not very loud noise with big tall trees, happy stay!
Rob O.
Traveler
Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
Great family campground with trails and HOT showers
Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 1 nights, park ranger met me at the entrance to ensure i could find my site. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked with HOT water in the private showers. This is a great base camp for getting out to hike the various trails in Prince William Forrest. Firewood is gather your own from fallen limbs in the park.
- Judy W.Traveler
Bull Run Regional Park
Noisy but Nice
Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty good. Security was great, patrol throughout the night. Quiet hours are enforced and campers are polite. Lots of activities, and nice hiking trails. Fabulous historical attractions, great visitor center.
Cons - Campground is in the flight path of Dulles Airport, so planes are flying over head at all hours of the day and sometimes late at night/morning. There is a shooting range nearby. Some noise during range hours. (Not late at night!) Because there had been so little rain, there was not great fishing in the park. (I went to Silver Lake, that was great!)
Traffic! Lots of local traffic on the main roads. (to be fair, it IS a suburb of DC ). Stores are all approx. 20 mins away. (Head towards Haymarket)
Edward S.ScoutPrince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park
Decent Overnight Rest Stop
About 5 minutes off the highway, we stopped here for a night on our trip home. Close to plenty of amenities. Sites are paved and mostly level and pull through. HOWEVER, the sites are very small (short, so you will have to unhook)
- jjohn L.Traveler
Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA
Nice location
Just a few miles off of Interstate ninety five and u s seventeen. Within thirty minutes of fredericksburg. At this k o a everything was clean and organized. Our site was a pull through. With plenty of room side to side. In fredericksburg be sure to do the trolley tour.
- MMicah B.Scout
Powhatan State Park
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
Trees F.ScoutPohick Bay Campground
Excellent spot
We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.
Robert G.GuidePrince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park
Maintenance is wantimg
Not happy about:
Promised wi-fi does not even appear as an available signal Toilet paper roll dispensers empty Grass 8" high No hot water at dishwashing sink Chess board not swept, neat
- Heather H.Traveler
Westmoreland State Park
Great with the littles
Stayed one night in our camper van, walked down to fossil beach which was the perfect amount of hiking for a two year old, great playground with plenty of other kids, camp store is well stocked and had decent hours. Our site was right next to bathrooms which was also great with the kids but we didnt hear or smell them. Cleanest campground bathrooms we've ever seen. Gravel parking and pebbles in the picnic table area, which my 2 year old enjoyed and my 9 month old tried his hardest to ingest. Loved it, would def go back.
- AAngela M.Scout
Pohick Bay Campground
Good trip
We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids. The waterpark is new and loud so we avoid but nice if you have young kids. Careful low bridge on Route 1 exit ramp little warning when taking ramp off I95. Go around to next exit. The check in at the cap store is crowded and narrow even with renovations but our 34 ft makes it okay. Bring bikes. Long bike trail along road. Farmers markets in Lorton and things to do in DC. Park at Huntington or Springfield metro. Short boat ride straight across from Ft Belvoir new family campground. Ice cream shop in season by water docks. Bathrooms clean always hot water three stalls each. Sink outside for dishes. Playground buts up against inner circle which are the only sewer sites. Others are electric water. Careful some near steep drop off. Stick to main road or inner circle or first circle if in big unit. Must go round circle to get to those spots which can be annoying. Two speed bumps. Camp store sells smores ingredients, limited candy, no eggs or bacon get those off Rte 1. Past entrance on Rte 1 is a Food Lion, McDonalds. Gas stations along Rte one are tight so fill up before exiting to campground. If you are desperate there is gas 7/11 at corner of Pohick and Rte 1 but its sketchy. Up the road off Rte 1 is Fort Belvoir Access w a drivers license however cant shop without military sponsored ID. Great bbq at Telegraph Rd and greek at Olympians family restaurant. Movie theater on Telegraph is nice. Springfield Mall close. Take Onville Rd which is a backroad by Pohick Church to shortcut to Rte 1. Pohick Rd past camping turn deadends into private neighborhood. Do not pass camp entrance. Hard to turn around if you do. Near End of Pohick is a small walk with overlook. See birds at point. Drive a car not RV. Park at lot on right before road split deadend. Gunston Hall on left can see from campground and water. Tours are nice.
- Olivia W.Traveler
Rappahannock River Campground
Nice if you don’t mind poor amenities
The sites are small flat and have everything you need. There are no flushing toilets! Just outhouses that everyone shares. Showers are outside stalls. The pond on the campground is dirty and not swimable
- Robert L.Traveler
Shenandoah Crossings, 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.
- JJoey M.Scout
Bull Run Regional Park
First Camping Trip
Took my family of 7 to the Bull Run regional park for our first camping trip and the experience was great! Didn’t want to stray too far from the house in the event that it was a nightmare, thankfully this local spot offered a soft opening to our family over the two days we spent there and all was good. The site was clean and well kept, bathhouse was close to the tent site and in ok shape (wasn’t expecting anything spectacular so wasn’t disappointed. Playground and trails were nice, kids really enjoyed the chance to take in nature. This experience was good and would recommend a visit for anyone looking for a soft intro to camping for their family!
Stephanie H.
Ranger
Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA
Short stay
We stayed one night while traveling. Some spots appeared flooded but ours was not. Park appeared well kept.
- Mallory H.Traveler
Westmoreland State Park
Quick Stay
While we only camped here for one night, we enjoyed the park from check in to checkout!
Since we tent camp our site was dry and had no amenities but there were full hook up sites available. Our site was nestled in with the full hook up sites so it was as far away from the bathrooms as possible, not a big deal just something to note.
Since we visited in March, the trees did not have much foliage so the sites were more exposed than I tend to prefer and lots of the campers around left their outside RV lights on all night.
Being in campground A, we were only a short walk to the trail leading to fossil beach which was beautiful!
- BBrian R.Scout
Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA
Fredericksburg KOA
We have stayed at this campground several times and always enjoyed it. Quiet and secluded. Nice place to recharge your mental batteries. 😊
Jake C.
Legend
Charity’s Hope Family Farm Resort
New to the Dyrt!
Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!
- Jake C.Legend
The Oasis at Lake Serenity
New to the Dyrt!
Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!
allison W.Legend
Endeavor Point
Better as a day spot?
We spent part of Labor Day weekend here, and there was almost nobody else there. The second night, one other pair of campers showed up. I found it super strange that more people didn’t take advantage of a campground on the river with availability. That said, there were a bunch of people who came in and used the cabins and invited large extended families during the day. They played loud music and had kids running all over the place, very festive atmosphere. It kind of felt like it was more appropriate for that kind of use. The camping areas were all on the lawn, and the owners were a bit uptight about which site we could choose (despite there being ample availability, and the person on the phone telling me that all sites were first come first serve). Just felt strange. We did enjoy taking evening walks through the town to the restaurant/bar on the water, but that was literally the only thing to do unless you have a fishing/crabbing license.
- EElvira A.Traveler
Lake Anna State Park
Quiet Spacious Sites
Great walking trails surrounding the campground. Well maintained.
Eugene M.Traveler
Wilderness Presidential Resort
Power issues
The management staff B. Lang and K. Lang has be extremely unresponsive and difficult to speak with about issues we had in Glen 27. We have left several voice messages, on several occasions visited the main office and facilities and sent email with only a single reply. Our issues is still outstanding and I have not response from the management staff While camping at this resort we had several issues with the shore power for our RV. We have spoken to many fellow owners only to find out they had several issues that have been reported to management with no resolution.
Update 11/29/2023 I received a vague response from B. Lang with Wilderness saying they could not find any issues. I asked for a report of their finding which they have not provided. The matter is not resolved as I was told i should be reimbursed for the damages. I submitted a receipt for but not reimbursed. Ms. Lang is posting response to the reviews but no responding to my emails directly
Zach T.TravelerBull Run Regional Park
Great Facility
Came to stay for a volleyball tournament and got way more. Christmas lights and just a festive atmosphere. Campsite was easy to pull into and hookup to. Overall a great experience
Jim L.ScoutPohick Bay Campground
Absolutely not
This place is so noisy with these helicopters that fly 24/7. Another absolutely insane noisy campground run by nova. Absolutely a rip off because of the noise just like all nova parks seem to be. Insane
- Jim L.Scout
Bull Run Regional Park
Absolutely insane annoying sound.
This place is absolutely the most horrific noisy place is like sleeping on the side of the highway. Absolutely annoying sound 24/!7, this place should be free. Absolutely a rip off to call this park a campground. More like a parking lot on the internete.
Roger W.LegendOak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
Spacious Sites
Oak Ridge NP unit in Prince Williams Forest Park: what a beautiful place to spend the fall day. It’s quiet, not very busy at all, and nice sites. This is a pretty good place to be if you’re going to visit DC. This is our second time and that’s what we did on our last stay here. However, Greenbelt common north east of DC, is a much better place for DC visit. There, you can take the train shuttle into the city was a short drive from the campground. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy. Overall Rating: 4.5 Price 2023: $10 w interagency pass Usage during visit: very low Site Privacy: sites are in an open Oak Forest Site Spacing: Great. Very large sites Site surface: blacktop. Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Very quiet, both of our stays. Road Noise: none. This campground is far into the forest off, away from public road. Through Traffic in campground: no reason for through traffic. Electric Hookup: no. Sewer Hookup: no. Dump Station: no. Potable Water Available: Yes. There is a water Spicket at the bathrooms. There is also a wash station room attached to the bathrooms. Generators: allowed. Bathroom: clean. Showers: not in all bathrooms. Ever, there is a very clean shower/bathroom facility near the handicap spot, A25. Pull Throughs: Not sure. Did not see any. Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: deep into a beautiful Oak Forest. Weather: a very nice fall day. Highs in the 70s lows in the 50s Bugs: no mosquitoes. Too cold. Solar: doesn’t look like there will be enough sunshine through the trees for a good, fixed, solar panel, solar absorption. Host: not sure if one is present. Rig size: large rigs are OK. Nice deep sites. Just be careful what you say you choose Sites: I have pictures of very nice sites located near our campsite. Looks to me almost all sites are large and spacious. Some sites do not have picnic tables placed as well as they could be. Other than that the sites are fantastic.
Guide to Woodford
Camping near Woodford, Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do
- Explore Fossil Beach: A short hike from Westmoreland State Park Campground leads you to Fossil Beach, where you can hunt for fossils. One camper mentioned, "The trail leading to fossil beach was beautiful!"
- Visit Kings Dominion: If you're in the mood for thrills, Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA is just a stone's throw away from the amusement park. A reviewer noted, "The free shuttle to Kings Dominion made it easy for the teens to come and go as they please."
- Kayaking and Fishing: Christopher Run Campground is perfect for water lovers. One visitor shared, "Great place to camp, kayak, and fish."
What campers like
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review from Lake Anna State Park Campground stated, "The campground was clean & the staff were all very helpful & friendly."
- Spacious Sites: Many campers enjoy the roomy sites at Americamps RV Resort. One guest mentioned, "Each site had plenty of room. Ours was a pull-through and we didn't have to unhook to fit!"
- Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. A review for Prince William Forest RV Campground noted, "The staff is lovely and friendly."
What you should know
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park, lack electric hookups and showers. A camper pointed out, "The campground is nice, beautiful, shaded, but not private."
- Busy During Holidays: Expect crowds during holiday weekends. A visitor at Lake Anna State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground was fairly busy; but I guess that’s Veteran’s Day weekend for you!"
- Wildlife Caution: Some areas, like Westmoreland State Park Campground, are home to wildlife. One reviewer advised, "The campground has a ravine behind it, something to be cautious about with pets/kids."
Tips for camping with families
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with playgrounds and activities. A camper at Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA said, "There’s a playground for kids and fun bike rentals."
- Plan for Activities: Bring along games and outdoor toys to keep the kids entertained. One family at Christopher Run Campground enjoyed the beach area, saying, "The beach is well maintained and campsites are spacious."
- Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hikes and beach days. A visitor at Lake Anna State Park Campground mentioned, "Great walking trails surrounding the campground."
Tips from RVers
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Prince William Forest RV Campground noted, "The sites are very small (short, so you will have to unhook)."
- Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check the campground details. A camper at Americamps RV Resort said, "It is used by seasonal campers but it would also be a great place to stay if you are traveling down I-95."
- Be Prepared for Limited Wi-Fi: Some campgrounds have poor internet service. A visitor at Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park mentioned, "Didn’t find WiFi and Verizon cell service was limited."
Camping near Woodford, Virginia, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful retreat.
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