Established Camping
Pocahontas State Park Campground
Pocahontas State Park Campground, near Chesterfield, Virginia, is a fantastic destination for families and nature lovers alike. With a variety of camping options, including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts, there's something to suit every camper's needs.
The campground is known for its spacious, shaded sites that provide a good amount of privacy. Visitors have highlighted the clean facilities, including bathrooms and showers, which make for a comfortable stay. One camper mentioned, “Our site was nice and level, covered by shade the majority of the day,” which is a common sentiment among guests.
Outdoor activities abound here, with miles of hiking and biking trails to explore. The nearby aquatic recreation park offers free access for campers, making it a great spot for a fun day in the water. As one reviewer noted, “The trails were nice, and it was a nice walk to the aquatic recreation park.”
For those looking to unwind, the campground features picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings. Whether you're roasting marshmallows or sharing stories around the fire, Pocahontas State Park Campground provides a welcoming atmosphere for all.
Description
State Park
Just 20 miles from Richmond, Pocahontas offers boating, picnicking, camping, camping cabins, 90-plus miles of trails, and nature and history programs. The Aquatic Center, which has a toddler pool, fountain wet deck, three-foot and five-foot-deep leisure pools, an activity pool and two tubular water slides, affords seasonal water-based activities for all. Three lakes offer plenty of fishing. Boat rentals are available seasonally by the 225-acre Swift Creek Lake. The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, dedicated to Depression-era workers who helped build the state park system, is one of a handful in the nation. Two dining halls may be rented for meetings, weddings and special events. Rustic group facilities with primitive overnight cabins (bunkhouses) are available seasonally for larger groups. The park's 2,000-seat amphitheater hosts the Pocahontas Premieres series of concerts and family-friendly entertainment. Pocahontas State Park's location and 90 miles of trails make it particularly popular among bicyclists.
Location
Pocahontas State Park Campground is located in Virginia
Directions
10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832 From Interstate 95 south of Richmond: Take exit 61 onto Route 10 west, then left onto Route 655 (Beach Road). Go about four miles to State Park Road, which is on the right. From Interstate 95 north of Richmond: Take Interstate 295 south to Route 10 west (Iron Bridge Road) to Route 655 (Beach Road) to State Park Road. From 64 west of Richmond: Take Route 288 south to Route 10 east (Iron Bridge Road) to Route 655 (Beach Road) to State Park Road. From 64 east of Richmond: Take Interstate 295 south to Route 10 west to Route 655 (Beach Road) to State Park Road.
Address
10301 State Park Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23838
Coordinates
37.36621456 N
77.57377482 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonFair
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Yurts
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly