Reservations are available at North Bayshore Campground, a privately operated site running from May 1 through October 1 with nightly rates between $55 and $85. The campground sits on a canal that connects to Back Bay, giving campers direct water access from the property. Sites range from tent spots along the waterway to full hookup RV pads with electric, water, and sewer connections for rigs up to 50 feet. Staff have a reputation for accommodating last-minute arrivals, with multiple reviewers noting they were able to check in on short notice during busy summer weekends.
The waterfront location shapes the camping experience in concrete ways. Tent sites run alongside the canal, which means early mornings bring boat traffic from the adjacent launch ramp, typically starting around 6:30 a.m. during fishing season. The tradeoff is direct access to Back Bay for kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. Low-lying terrain is worth noting: as Caroline M. puts it, "level ground but water collects with heavy rains," a pattern several reviewers confirm after heavy storms.
Amenities lean toward family use. The property includes a climate-controlled bathhouse that reviewers consistently describe as clean, a small swimming pool, a game room with air hockey and pool tables, a basketball court, a playground, and volleyball nets. WiFi is available on-site. A small store handles basic needs. For more camping options in the region, camping near Virginia Beach turns up additional alternatives, including Surfside at Sandbridge RV Resort and Indian Cove Camp Resort within a few miles.
Sandbridge Beach is roughly a five-minute drive from the campground. The Virginia Beach strip runs about 15 minutes north. Pets are welcome on leash. Trista H. notes the bathhouse has "AC and fans," which matters during Virginia's humid summer months. Campers who want water access without committing to a full beach resort setup will find this campground worth a closer look.
Description
Bayshore campground offers a quiet setting away from busy highways with access Back Bay and surrounded by the protected Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Amenities: -Cabin’s and Pop-up rental available. -Water, Electric & WiFi at most sites -Private showers and Bathroom stalls -Swimming pool (Seasonal) -Recreation Hall (Foosball, Pool, Air Hockey,Ping Pong, Cable TV) -Playground (Volleyball, Swings, Play-sets, Basketball & More) -Picnic tables, Fire Pits & Grills available -Fresh water fishing from our canals -Boat ramp & Dumping Station (Free for registered guest
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Map & DirectionsNorth Bayshore Campground is located in Virginia near Virginia Beach
Address
3257 Colechester Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Coordinates
36.71482782 N
75.97832397 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 53 min from Richmond, VA
- 2 hrs 27 min from Greenville, NC
















