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Sugar Hollow Campground

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Tucked within a wooded city park on the outskirts of Bristol, Virginia, Sugar Hollow Campground sits closer to a Target and Walmart than most campers expect from a site surrounded by trees. The entrance gives little away from the road, and the campground itself holds roughly 78 sites spread across heavily shaded, forested terrain. Rangers patrol the grounds regularly, though check-in often runs on an honor system when no one is staffed at the gatehouse.

The atmosphere here leans toward low-key and uncrowded. On a June weekend, one camper arrived in the early evening and found many sites still open. October visits have seen fewer than a dozen rigs in the entire campground. "Overall, clean, quiet, park surrounded by lots of trees," notes Nancy L., who walked the full loop before choosing her site. The woods are dense enough that most sites stay shaded through the day, though the tradeoff is uneven ground on many pads and steep drop-offs at the edges of some sites.

RV campers should plan carefully. The access road involves a steep hill, and many sites are too narrow or unlevel for rigs longer than 25 to 30 feet. Water hookups are shared spigots at the road rather than individual connections, so bringing at least 50 feet of hose is advisable. Electric hookups are available at most sites, but there is no sewer. A dump station is on-site. The bathhouse gets consistent marks for cleanliness, though it is compact and dated. Cell service is variable, and WiFi reaches some but not all sites.

A short trail leads from the campground to a creek and the broader park area, and the Virginia Creeper Trail is a reasonable drive away. Eric W. found the $20 nightly rate hard to justify given the site challenges for larger rigs, but for tent campers and those in smaller units, the price and the wooded setting make Sugar Hollow a workable base for exploring the campsites near Sugar Hollow Park and the surrounding region. The campground is open year-round, and weekday visits tend to bring the most elbow room.

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Map & DirectionsSugar Hollow Campground is located in Virginia near Bristol

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Directions

From I-81 (exit 7): Go 1 mi N on US 11 (Robert E. Lee Hwy).

Coordinates

36.64732696 N
82.11064136 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Many campers appreciated the heavily shaded sites, quiet atmosphere, and excellent $20/night value close to town conveniences. Several reviews noted unlevel sites and shared water spigots as drawbacks.

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Reviewed Jul. 19, 2026

Arrive with 1/2 tank of fuel!

It was a long day of travel for me anyways. I arrived around 17:15 and the ranger was nowhere to be seen. Honor system was full out the form and pay cash before you go find your site.

This place is better for tent campers and those with rigs 20ft and under. Our 30ft bumper-pull was no match for the narrow sites due to trees. Most sites were not level either. As advertised, no sewer hook-up, and bring at least a 50ft hose for water…better yet, bring a 100ft hose and an additional splitter. The birds were nice to hear. It was quiet throughout the night also, mainly because there were only about 10 campers in the whole park (it holds about 78).

The bathhouses were clean and bright; but only shower curtains for doors on the toilets—reminded me of my deployment to Afghanistan.

Fuel…the hill to get in and out of the park is very steep! And if you spend time trying to fit your rig into any site you might think you can fit into but can’t, you’re going to need enough fuel to make it to the next gas station! If your rig is longer than 30ft and it’s not a 5th wheel, look elsewhere.

Personally, I won’t be stopping here again. The overall park was nice; but for $20/night, it wasn’t worth the stress.

Site53
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 7, 2026

Great campground at a great price!

Just $20 for a spacious site in the woods with hook ups and Wi-Fi! It’s first come first serve, but on a June weekend there were many sites available when I arrived in the early evening not every site has water, so if that matters to you look carefully before you park your trailer or vehicle

Site23
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Stephen B., June 7, 2026
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Stephen B., June 7, 2026
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Stephen B., June 7, 2026
Reviewed Jul. 30, 2025

Gorgeous Secluded park

Love this place. Very secluded feeling, we had no one around us. Very clean and close to town conveniences.

Site69
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Ryan M., July 30, 2025
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Ryan M., July 30, 2025
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Ryan M., July 30, 2025
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Reviewed Dec. 23, 2022

Good quiet place

Back in the woods very close to city but very quiet shade for most of the day has Wi-Fi and cable only down fall is theirs not water at every site bath house is dated but clean

Siteseveral good places
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2022

Great spot that checks all my boxes

In nature, not to close together spots, affordable (20/night). Im in a 25ft class c, always looking for a more nature forward spot, trees out my door. There’s phone service and Wi-Fi in some spots. A few will fit a larger rig, many will fit my size. A few are flat already and some will need leveling. Tons of sites, fewer ‘ideal’ ones but there will be something.
Trails right off the campground to walk around the park, not huge but nice. Close off the highway but no road noise. Water available but not at your site(mostly, if you have an extension you you make some work) Electric at most sites. Close to abingdon and Virginia creeper trail. Also close to a Target, makes a convenient stop.

Site23
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2022

$20 a night shady and secluded

You can't beat the price and your secluded but yet close to Sam's and Walmart and even a Chick-fil-A 10-day maximum

Site25
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Apr. 24, 2022

Excellent local getaway!

As the title says, anyone local knows about this park, however, few take advantage of the camping aspect. Few neighbors, excellent staff, and a nice area to hang out with friends, family, or even yourself! As well as trails and parks nearby, you're close enough to a Target and Walmart shopping center, in case you need something you forgot.

Site57
Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2021

Shady

Great park to hike and although most of the RV spots are not very level there are a few good ones. 30amp, no sewer hookups, dump station, shared water spigots. Very shady and during the week very quiet. Best suited for smaller RVs but there are a couple of spots for larger ones.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Kevin E., July 31, 2021
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Kevin E., July 31, 2021
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2020

Hidden Gem in the City

From the road you wouldn’t guess there’s a giant park beyond the entrance. The rangers at the entrance were super friendly, but they patrol a lot, so often no one is actually at the gate house. When we first arrived we wandered over to the picnic spots along a beautiful stream. A very large blue heron was in the water at let us take many photos. Later he strutted downstream right by our picnic spot.

After lunch I walked the entire campground and chose our spot. It was October and there were maybe 8-10 spots taken in the entire park. Many spots have a good amount of space between them. Pretty much all are shady. Some were on pretty uneven ground and quite a few had big drop offs on the sides or back. Overall, clean, quiet, park surrounded by lots of trees.

  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Nancy  L., February 19, 2020
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Nancy  L., February 19, 2020
  • The stream at the picnic area (outside campground) is quite picturesque.
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Reviewed Jul. 14, 2019

Nice campground

Nice campground. Most lots have electricity, water hookup is at the road and usually shared with several other campers. Bath house is very small. Lots of trees and shade. Trail leads to creek and park area. Good price.

  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Christy H., July 14, 2019
  • Review photo of Sugar Hollow Campground by Christy H., July 14, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Sugar Hollow Campground in Bristol, VA?

Sugar Hollow Campground offers 30-amp electrical hookups and shared water spigots (not at every site). There's a dump station available for RVs, but no sewer hookups at individual sites. The campground includes a small bath house that's clean but dated. WiFi is available in some spots, and some sites even have cable access. The maximum stay allowed is 10 days. The campground is very affordable at approximately $20 per night. Most sites are nicely shaded with plenty of trees, providing good coverage during hot weather.

Are there hiking trails near Sugar Hollow Campground?

Yes, Sugar Hollow Campground has hiking trails accessible directly from the camping area. There's a trail that leads to a creek and park area, making it convenient for campers to explore the natural surroundings. The park itself is quite large and extends well beyond what's visible from the entrance road. The wooded setting provides a pleasant environment for hiking, with plenty of shade and natural features to enjoy. Visitors can experience the beauty of the stream and wooded areas while still being relatively close to town amenities.

Can I rent shelters at Sugar Hollow Park Campground?

Sugar Hollow Park does have picnic areas along a beautiful stream that would be ideal for gatherings. While specific details about shelter rentals aren't fully documented, the park is known to have designated picnic spots that visitors frequent. For current information about shelter availability, reservation procedures, and rental fees, it's best to contact the park office directly. The overall park area is quite extensive beyond the camping section, suggesting various facilities may be available for day use and gatherings.

How does Sugar Hollow Campground compare to other campgrounds in Bristol, VA?

Sugar Hollow Campground stands out for its unique combination of natural seclusion and urban convenience. Unlike some campgrounds, it offers a genuine forest experience with well-spaced, shaded sites while being minutes from conveniences like Walmart, Target, Sam's Club, and restaurants including Chick-fil-A. The campground is particularly budget-friendly at around $20 per night, significantly less expensive than many alternatives. It's described as a hidden gem that even locals often overlook for camping. The campground excels for those seeking a quiet, nature-forward experience without sacrificing access to amenities. It's best suited for smaller to medium-sized RVs due to leveling challenges and site sizes, though a few spots can accommodate larger rigs.