Our four developed campgrounds and all of our primitive campsites are open year-round, but many Virginia State Parks camping enthusiasts look forward to the start of the camping season on March 4 (this year).

Tent camping with the family at Claytor Lake State Park. (Photo: Kenton Steryous)

All of the sites in all of our developed campgrounds are available for site-specific reservations. 

Over 1,800 campsites are available at 29 state parks throughout the state (see camping rates). Site sizes, configurations and amenities vary. Some parks provide sites with electric and water hookups, which tend to be larger to accommodate recreational vehicles and campers.

Camping with a taste of home at Bear Creek Lake State Park

Sometimes you need to read the directions.

Each park's camping section of their website features a chart of the sites for reservations with details like driveway length, shade, hookups, and tent pad information. There is also a link to photos of the sites and, in some cases, campground maps. 

The platform tent sites at Hungry Mother State Park's
Royal Oak Campground is unique to our system.

We're looking forward to a pleasant, sunny and warm camping season. Visit us at a Virginia State Park near you.

With more than 1,800 campsites to choose from, we're certain you will find the perfect spot. Click here to learn more about camping at Virginia State Parks, to reserve a site or find a park, or call 800-933-7275. 

P.S. Don't forget about the spring burning restrictions. Read the article here.