There's still time to enjoy nature and the great outdoors before the 2019 camping season* draws to a close, and the best part about it is that means less crowds, and more room to roam.

Virginia State Parks offer overnight camping opportunities from paddle-in sites to full hook ups, with more than 1,800 campsites available.

Time together in the great outdoors is never wasted time (Image source: Kenton Steryous)

With Twenty-eight Virginia State Parks offering incredible outdoor camping, now's the time to make your reservation.

There are 22 state parks that have group campsites, and 7 with equestrian campgrounds. Developed and group campsites have picnic tables, grills and access to bathhouses.

Most campgrounds are open from the first Friday in March through the first Monday in December; primitive sites are available year-round. Douthat, Hungry Mother, Pocahontas and Shenandoah River state parks have full-service campgrounds open year-round (click here for park rates). 

Some parks allow campsite-specific reservations. While campers cannot be assured of access to their reserved sites before the reservation start time of 4:00 p.m. arrive early to avoid lines at check-in and feel free to enjoy the park until your site is ready. Check-out is by 1:00 p.m.

PETS

Bring your four-legged family along for free

Park campgrounds are pet-friendly, so pets are allowed to stay with their families in their campsite at no extra charge. Owners must clean up after their pets. If a pet is left unattended, becomes a nuisance in violation of the leash law, disturbs others by barking during quiet hours, you'll be asked to leave.

False Cape has some restrictions, see our pet policies here.

You may also enjoy: Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Virginia State Parks with Your Pet.

PARK PROGRAMS

Participate in a fun park program when you spend a few nights with us

Plus, there are great park programs available for the whole family. You can search our events database here for fun educational activities during your stay.

BOAT LAUNCH

Boat launching is always included with your overnight site rental.

FREE STAYS

Be sure to sign up for the Customer Loyalty Program to earn points for free overnight stays.

RESERVATIONS

Learn more about reservations, rates or to check availability by clicking here, or calling 800-933-7275 during regular business hours.

Now's the time to plan that family or couples camping getaway. Experience fall in Virginia from a camper, tent or yurt in the great outdoors at a Virginia State Park. 

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*Have no fear, the party isn't over...we offer year-round full-service camping at four parks with developed campgrounds. Visit Shenandoah River, Douthat, Hungry Mother or Pocahontas state parks for camping with bathhouses and hookups. If you want to rough it, we also have our primitive campgrounds open year-round at: False Cape, Belle Isle, Caledon, Powhatan, James River, Sky Meadows, Shenandoah River and New River Trail state parks.