Best Glamping near Yorktown, VA

Machicomoco State Park Campground and Chickahominy Riverfront Park provide upscale glamping experiences within easy reach of Yorktown's historic attractions. Both locations feature waterfront settings with glamping accommodations that blend natural surroundings with modern comforts. The yurts at Machicomoco offer sturdy canvas walls, comfortable queen-sized beds with linens, electricity, and climate control systems to ensure year-round comfort. "The facilities are new and very clean. I love that the campground bathrooms are all unisex/family bathrooms and there are plenty of them," noted one visitor. Chickahominy Riverfront Park's luxury safari tents include private decks overlooking the water, USB charging stations, and premium mattresses, providing an elevated outdoor experience without sacrificing comfort.

The York River setting creates an ideal backdrop for glamping adventures, with water activities dominating the experience at these boutique camping destinations. Visitors can rent kayaks from the Machicomoco State Park office to explore the river, while fishing opportunities abound from dedicated piers. The interpretive area at Machicomoco offers educational exhibits on local Native American history, which one guest described as "really fun to explore in the evening during golden hour and beyond. Great view of the sunset over the river." Both glamping resorts provide easy access to Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown Battlefield, allowing visitors to combine luxury outdoor stays with historical exploration. Reservations are essential year-round, with peak season running from April through October when water activities are most enjoyable.

Best Glamping Sites Near Yorktown, Virginia (32)

    1. Chippokes State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Jamestown, VA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 294-3728

    "My son, furbaby, and I camped in their RV/tent site with easy access to their bathrooms which were spotless (and maintained multiple times a day) and warm!"

    "The access to the little beaches are short but moderately steep, especially with lots of beach gear or strollers. It also seems to get washed out so watch your steps."

    2. Anvil Campground

    19 Reviews
    Williamsburg, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 565-2300

    $46 - $235 / night

    "Super friendly staff! All sites provide 50/30/20 amp electric, water, cable and WiFi. Premium to standard include sewer. Big rig friendly, log cabins and cottages."

    "A little on the smaller side, but the staff are super helpful and friendly. We stayed in one of the premium sites."

    3. Kings Creek

    6 Reviews
    Lackey, VA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 887-7418

    "Sites: 19 tent 

    Grill, water, electric, picnic table, trash, showers, laundry, toilets, playground, golf course What a beautiful small spot sitting on the York River and along side."

    "There are still the remnant water and electric hookups available, and each site has plenty of grass for setting up tents, or you can set up on the cement pad."

    4. First Landing State Park Campground

    118 Reviews
    Virginia Beach, VA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 412-2300

    $28 - $40 / night

    "Our family stayed at site 99 which is close to the bathhouse and camp host. It is also on one of the small roads that leads to a boardwalk to the beach."

    "The cottage is furnished, has a queen size bed and 2 sets of bunk beds; nice living room/dining room combo, full kitchen with dishes, pots, etc.; TV; fireplace; outside deck with grill; and screen porch"

    5. Machicomoco State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Millwood, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 642-2419

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Bathrooms and showers were great. Gravel pad. Full sun. Not a fan of the deep gravel around the fire pit and picnic area. Hard to walk in. Verizon 1-2 bars"

    "Machicomoco State Park is one of Virginia’s brand-new parks in a great location on the York River! All the facilities are new and very clean."

    6. Military Park Langley AFB Bethel Recreation Area - Park and FamCamp

    7 Reviews
    Newport News, VA
    11 miles
    +1 (757) 766-7627

    $15 - $30 / night

    "It each site has a grill, picnic table and a fire ring.  A couple of the sites have some drainage issues, but only after repeated heavy rains.   "

    "He’s awesome and treats everyone like they’re special :)

    The tent sites are clean, closely grouped, and the lights from the bathroom shine on them all night (so bring a sleep mask)."

    7. Chickahominy Riverfront Park

    19 Reviews
    Jamestown, VA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 258-5020

    "Maybe try fishing off the new pier or taking a bike ride on a nice long trail after visiting Jamestown or Colonial Williamsburg or Busch Gardens which are all within a very short driving distance!"

    "One secret goal was to experiment with different campfire food. We may campfire chili, biscuits and gravy, layered nachos, bacon egg and cheese English muffins, and omelettes."

    8. Sandy Bottom Nature Park

    5 Reviews
    Newport News, VA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 825-4657

    $11 - $42 / night

    "Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites 

    4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake

     The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in."

    "The park is centrally located with easy highway access.  Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from.  The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful. "

    9. Kiptopeke State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    Townsend, VA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 331-2267

    $30 - $47 / night

    "We love staying in the yurts at Virginia State Parks because they are always an affordable, easy way to camping without having to set up a tent or spend the extra money for a cabin."

    "Situated along the Chesapeake Bay on the Eastern Shore, campers can participate in tons of water fun."

    10. Sun Outdoors Cape Charles

    39 Reviews
    Cape Charles, VA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 331-3063

    "Quiet hours don’t start until 11pm and quiet time isn’t really enforced by the employees. It wasn’t terrible but we would have preferred a little less noise."

    "Amenities include multiple pools, large fishing docks, beach area, large well-stocked campstore, restaurant, fresh produce stand, activities, great for kids and adults."

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Glamping Reviews near Yorktown, VA

496 Reviews of 32 Yorktown Campgrounds



Guide to Yorktown

Camping near Yorktown, Virginia offers access to both historic sites and natural waterways where the York River meets the Chesapeake Bay. Most campgrounds in this region sit at low elevations under 50 feet above sea level, creating humid conditions from late spring through early fall. Tent sites often feature sandy soil that drains quickly after the region's frequent summer thunderstorms.

What to do

Kayaking on the York River: Rent kayaks at Machicomoco State Park Campground to explore the calm waters where Native American tribes once traveled. "Short walk from parking to sites. The interpretive area was really fun to explore in the evening during golden hour and beyond. Great view of the sunset over the river," notes one visitor.

Historical exploration: Drive 15 minutes from Chippokes State Park Campground to reach Jamestown Settlement. "We've stayed here pretty often as it's only a few hours from home and near everything in Williamsburg, Virginia. About 5 miles away is the ferry to Williamsburg...its free and usually a highlight of the trip for the kids!"

Fishing and crabbing: Access dedicated fishing piers along the Chesapeake Bay waterfront. "Nice spot on the river. Inside tip. There is a dock down by the boat ramp. It says no fishing. Wait until dark and ignore the sign. There's a light down there that draws the insects. The fish are everywhere."

What campers like

Waterfront sites: Tent campers appreciate the riverfront locations at many parks. "Spacious campsite with amazing views. Could take kayaks straight into the water from our site. Close to Jamestown and many other activities! Our only regret is not staying longer."

Clean facilities: Kings Creek earns praise for its well-maintained shower buildings. "Both tent loops have close access to a nice clean bathhouse, and there is good proximity to the base golf course and a really nice outdoor swimming pool. A great fishing pier nearby extends out into the York River."

Shade coverage: Mature trees provide relief from summer heat at several campgrounds. "Love Chippokes! Feels country-esque but also like you're on a plantation! Beautiful trails. Great (paved) campground! Feels like you're a million miles away from it all."

What you should know

Train noise: Some glamping close to Yorktown, Virginia comes with unexpected sounds. At Anvil Campground, "The cabin we stayed in was about 15 feet from the tracks. Not really a complaint from us since the kids thought it was awesome. So, just a heads up on the trains. They are loud and they are often."

Reservation windows: Most state parks allow bookings up to 11 months in advance, with prime weekend dates filling quickly during summer months. County parks often have different policies: "Reserve 12 months out, full payment required. 90 day maximum stay."

Military base access: Some campgrounds require proper identification. "It is located on a military base so access is limited to those with base access. The base is more of an industrial area with lots of traffic but some of the cabins sit back on the water so noise is not an issue."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Yorktown, VA is Chippokes State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 21 reviews.

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