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Camping on the Hazel River

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44 reviews

· Rixeyville, Culpeper, Virginia

70 acres hosted by Peggy D.

1 lodging site · 4 RV/tent sites

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Thornton Gap.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Staff verified

Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

Private sites

97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Located on the scenic Hazel River, River Hills is 70 acres of private family property. The owners are dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the land and the Hazel River. This land has been in the family for over 200 years. The owners live on the property. Nestled within the embrace of nature’s tranquility lies a secluded camping site on private property, where serenity reigns supreme. Surrounded by lush greenery and towering trees, this hidden gem offers a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The gentle melody of the nearby river serves as a soothing soundtrack to the outdoor adventure that awaits. Campers can pitch their tents on soft, grassy patches beneath the sprawling canopy of stars, finding solace in the symphony of crickets and rustling leaves. As dawn breaks, the golden rays of sunlight filter through the foliage, illuminating the picturesque landscape and inviting explorers to embark on nature trails and riverside strolls, forging unforgettable memories amidst the untamed beauty of the wilderness. Those who visit River Hills are awed by the beauty and serenity. There are wide open fields and miles of well-maintained trails in the woods. In a time where open land is disappearing, we are determined to keep our land as natural as possible and to have it remain in the family. This is not an inexpensive task. All proceeds are used to maintain and improve River Hills.

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94% Recommend55 ratings · 44 reviews

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Margaux B.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Lovely stay!

Tent ·

Stairway to Hazel River

What a great campsite! My boyfriend and I spent a day + night here and had such a lovely time. Our hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with before, during and after the stay. Scot greeted us right away, showed us around, answered all of our questions and then left us in privacy. The land was so lush and serene with tons of wildflowers, trees and plant life. We enjoyed taking nature walks, setting up our hammock and making a bonfire with the plentiful amount of wood our host set up at our site (upon request). The river sounds added such a peaceful ambiance too. We even spotted a bald eagle! This site had everything we could've needed for a successful night of camping (even a flushing toilet and sink in a small outhouse). We felt very safe and relaxed in this green paradise. Overall, such a great spot! We plan on coming back and recommending it to friends!

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Jeanne R.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

Car camping solo.

16 ft car · With pets ·

Stairway to Hazel River

This campsite was the most beautiful place I’ve camped. It’s very private, isolated and right on the Hazel River. The hosts we very friendly and delivered my firewood at my site. At night, there were no sounds other than nature and it was very dark; I could see so many stars ✨. I was sad to go and would return next year!!

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Emma W.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Great Camping

Tent ·

River Bank on the Hazel River

Loved camping here! Peggy and Scot were great. Lovely spot and land.

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Connor R.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent ·

Hoof Ramp on the Hazel River

I really enjoyed the layout they created. Super responsive to my messages and a pleasant stay.

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Jason H.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Cabin at River Hills

Loved this little cabin and the location was great. Hosts were amazing and ready to help at a moments notice.

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Jesi S.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Stairway to Hazel River

Would recommend camping here! We stayed at stairway to hazel river and it was beautiful. Our dogs loved being close to the river and all the land we had access to. The host was quick to respond and gave us detailed info of everything so we had no questions!

Location

Rixeyville, Culpeper, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan and Manahoac First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking