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12 sites · RVs, Tents In Staunton River State Park

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Honah Lee Farms

5 sites · RVs, Tents144 acres · Rougemont, NC

Our camp is the shared vision of Brian and Lee and son Michael. We fell in love with this beautiful property where we plan to build our eco-friendly, off-grid homestead and farm. Lee's favorite song and the inspiration behind our name is "Puff the Magic Dragon" by Peter, Paul and Mary. A land of whimsical imagination, beauty and maybe a dragon or three is our shared vision for the farm. The camping options are flexible, ranging from prepared campsites along both Little and Deep creeks with composting outhouses nearby, to "Camper's Choice" options where you may hike in or drive in and create your own camping experience. Please note that since the "Camper's Choice" options allow freedom to select hike-in or drive-in options, the exact distance to nearest outhouse may vary. There are 144 acres to explore so campers can set up a secluded getaway or cluster together in a group. We are flexible and can work with you to create a camping experience that suits your needs. Learn more about this land: Honah Lee Farms has over 140 acres of woods with open fields distributed throughout. We are bordered to the south by the Flat River, to the west by Deep Creek, and to the north by Little Creek. Most of our campsites are nestled in the trees along one of these bodies of water and all campers have access to the 10 foot waterfall area where Deep Creek runs into the Flat River.

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R.O.S.A. Land Campground

6 sites · Lodging, Tents23 acres · Rougemont, NC

R.O.S.A. Land stands for Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial Land-based retreat and campground offering individuals and small groups a place for rest, exploration, sanctuary, and grounding. Equal parts woodland, floodplain wetland and pastureland, R.O.S.A land is stewarding 23 acres of ecological magical oasis on a tributary of the Upper Tar River in an Aquatic Habitat deemed an important NC Natural Heritage area of the Piedmont of North Carolina. Rare mussel species and amphibians live here. Come see for yourself! This is a queer-stewarded, solidarity-focused rematriation project. This land is co-deeded to MK of Handewa Farms and owned at present by K Cox, Steward of the Respite and will be passed on to MK and her seven Afro-Indigenous children once the Roundhouse is paid down. In the meantime, an intentional community of farmhub tenants, visitors, campers and Handewa Farm members all co-habitate on the land together. We offer nature-based immersion for artists, healers, cultural and frontline organizers and their families taking time for restful resistance. It is a triptyech of woods, water and pastureland butting up against an untouched wild old hardwood forest - a combination unlikley found in the PIedmont- nestled among small tobacco, horse and hay farms in the Southeast corner of Granville County between Oxford and Roxboro in the beautiful PIedmont of North Carolina.

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By the water

1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Burlington, NC

Beautiful 20+ acres with a large pond all to yourself! Situated conveniently next to the state highway, our farm has a barn and newly planted blue berries and fruit trees. Fishing, canoeing, stargazing, wildlife watching... a perfect place to relax and unwind. Local attractions include Animal Park at the Conservators Center and the charming downtown Mebane. Pets are welcomed. Take a walk around the pond or venture into the woods, and enjoy your stay! P.S. If you are planning an extended stay (more than 4 weeks) or have a party exceeding 6 people, please reach out to me directly. Thank you.

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Kerwin K.’s Land

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents400 acres · Keysville, VA

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Bishop Creek

2 sites · RVs, Tents77 acres · Lynch Station, VA

We have a 77 acre farm that we just bought last year. We have a fenced off area down by the creek that is secluded and ready for you to camp. Watch the calves play or come pet our new piglet! We have a power hookup for 2 campers. We are right across the road from the Staunton river and only a few miles away from the public boat launches. We have a few kayaks that can be rented out as well!

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Butterfly Treehouse

2 sites · Lodging37 acres · Sutherlin, VA

Free ranging donkeys and a pig are nearby. On the property there is a walking trail with more to come! There is an all natural playground area for children, volleyball court, tether ball, gaga pit, etc. available. Site is accessible to VIR Speedway, Averett University, Hargrave Military Academy and Chatham Hall. Within a 15 minute drive there are quaint little shops. Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill are an hour away.Learn more about this land:Hipcampers can expect a bare shelter with a hammock available. The shelter itself is easy to access with a ramp. It is surrounded by woods and small fields. Free ranging donkeys and a pig are very close nearby. May wake up to donkeys braying! Within walking distance is a ADA accessible bathhouse with showers . Pool available after 5 PM. There is an all natural playground area for children, volleyball court, tether ball, gaga pit, etc. available. Site is accessible to VIR Speedway, Averett University, Hargrave Military Academy and Chatham Hall. Within a 15 minute drive there are quaint little shops. Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill are an hour away.

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Heaven's Gate Artistry

20 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Henderson, NC

Centered in the beautiful North Carolina countryside of lush green rolling hills with picturesque farms, oak and magnolia trees, this property has three acres of pasture and four acres of trees. I have dry camping with water, electricity and a Porta Potty available nearby fir /418 a night and for $45 a night full RV hook ups. I've been a full time Artist and Teacher for 30 years and have a my AgriTourism 40’x72’ Barndominium, (it's still a bit of a construction site on one acre) with a 1,250 sq ft. Art Studio for creatives of all types opening in May 2024. Studio time and lessons available. Pottery, kiln, (up to cone 10 electric and cone 10 gas reduction) wheel, hand building tables, slab roller, extruder, wedging tables, glazes, drawing, painting, (watercolor, acrylic, pen & ink, oil, pastel, etc.) book binding, mixed media and more. In Raleigh, NC there is the NC Museum of Art, Marbles Children's Museum and Natural Sciences Museum, DPAC performing arts in Durham. You can visit Duke University Cathedral in Durham, University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and NC State in Raleigh. Shop at Raleigh, Louisburg and Henderson Farmer's Markets or take a Raleigh Guided Historical Tour. Downtown Raleigh is beaming with excellent restaurants, breweries, music and night life. There are petting zoo's, Wild ponies on the Outer Banks, The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, Local Alpaca Farms to visit and many live music and dancing venues. There is Falls Lake, Kerr Lake, Lake Jordan and Lake Gaston for fishing, swimming and water skiing. In two hours and 15 minutes you can be in Mt. Airy the original Mayberry of the Andy Griffith Show. Or stop and pan for gold and gems on your way to Asheville, NC. Or stop by Cherokee, NC for famous Maggie Valley or their Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Located 30 minutes from the VA state line, highway US #1 and Interstate 85 are 15 minutes away. 45 Minutes north of Triangle Town Center Mall in Raleigh, NC, three hours from Wilmington/Atlantic Beach, NC for surfing, deep sea fishing boat charters and beautiful beaches. We're four hours East of Ashville/Smokey Mountains and the famous Biltmore House, NC. We're four hours from fun Myrtle Beach, SC and five hours North of Historic Charleston, NC and 3.5 hours from The Smithsonian National Museum of History and the White House in Washington DC. In NC we're three hours from Charlotte, NC, 90 minutes from Greensboro/Winston Salem, NC, one hour to Interstate 95 south in Wilson, NC, 45 minutes North to Interstate 95 in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Soon to come laundry and shower room and bunk beds! Top 10 Things to Do in Raleigh: https://www.viator.com/Raleigh/d33621-ttd?mcid=33953&tsem=true&supci=-1&supag=1233652197275608&supsc=kwd-77103383976617&supai=77103448173493&supdv=c&supnt=s&supkw=museums%20in%20raleigh%20nc&supti=kwd-77103383976617&suplp=82024&supli=56448&m=33953&supag=1233652197275608&supsc=kwd-77103383976617&supai=77103448173493&supdv=c&supnt=nt:s&suplp=82024&supli=56448&supti=kwd-77103383976617&tsem=true&supci=kwd-77103383976617&supkw=museums%20in%20raleigh%20nc&msclkid=0f8e945c99d51e0f9e7bf2746e1e7c6f

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2nd40 to 420 - The Farm

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents39 acres · Pamplin, VA

The Farm was originally named 2nd 4o by my parents. They planned to live the 2nd forty years of their lives together on the farm. My parents both grew up on the southside of Chicago - where having a tree in your yard meant that you had "made it". They decided to use the land to grow Christmas Trees. This did not last long :) - but the saplings my dad planted by hand are still here & maybe 70' tall! Then my husband & I bought The Farm in 2017 for the 2nd forty years of our life & my parents built their little house right here. My husband and I immediately knew that our dream was to grow a different kind of "tree", so in 2019 we were among the first group to receive our license to grow hemp. We are passionate about both the hemp and cannabis plants! In 2020 when it finally became legal to grow cannabis, we immediately added that to our garden as well and 2nd 40 to 420 was born, or shall I say planted. We currently rent out our 2 RV's 3 Yurts & primitive sites , we also offer group bookings & Canna-friendly B&B options. We plan to add septic & electric hook-ups for RV's in the near future. Come join us in Growing our Dreams! Learn more about this land: Large farm with acres for tent camping. 2 RVs on site - available for rental - able to pull in RV's420 friendly - bed & breakfast options available. Creek, walking & riding trails, in season pool. Happy to host you with a variety of options. This option is for primitive camping on site.

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All R kids farm

1 site · Lodging65 acres · Gretna, VA

Our 65 acre farm is secluded and peaceful. We have a small pond with catfish, bluegill, large mouth bass (catch and release only) and a gentle creek. We have chickens, sheep, a pig, cows and diary goats. Enjoy a walk down to the pond and take a picture by the old farm house (from the early 1800's) or explore history in the cemetery. You could also take the kids for a hike in the forest and search for mushrooms. At the end of the day you can kick back by the fire pit, stargaze and make some s'mores. Our cabin (converted shed) offers a queen size bed and a sofa sleeper, fire pit, charcoal BBQ, AC/HEAT, keurig coffee pot, Wood chip toilet and privacy!Farm experience tour available upon request by appointment.We also have an RV hookup with family campers about 100yds from the cabin.

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Farm Camping At The Heart Of RDU

1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Wake Forest, NC

Escape to our historic dairy farm nestled in the picturesque Falls Lake area of Raleigh-Durham. Our charming log cabin sits on 4 acres of partially wooded land, offering a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Wake up to the sounds of birds chirping and the gentle rustle of leaves in the breeze. Spend your days fishing on our private lake or exploring the nearby Falls Lake Recreation Area and the Mountain to Sea Hiking Trail. For those seeking a bit of urban adventure, downtown Raleigh and Durham are just a short 35-minute drive away. At our camp on the farm, pets are more than welcome to join in on the fun. Bring your RV or pitch your tent and camp on our spacious grounds. With easy access to major highways such as US 1, I-540, and I-85, getting here is a breeze. Whether you're seeking a quiet weekend getaway or a convenient base for exploring the wonders of North Carolina, our farm camp offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Book your stay with us today and experience the beauty of Falls Lake firsthand!

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The Old Place

7 sites · RVs20 acres · Centerville, NC

Located in Warren County on a hundred acre family farm is a quiet, secluded country property we refer to as The Old Place. This property is available for RV and tent camping. The RV site provides a 30 amp service, sewer hookup, water, picnic table, rocking chairs on porch, gravel packing space, and a fire ring. There are 3 tent sites down by the pond with pier and fire ring. Flush toilet and sink are within a short walking distance. Catch and release fishing allowed. Hunting is also available thru Outdoor Access on the backside of the property. There is also lots of public land all around and Medco Mountain State Park is within a short drive.

reckless raven farm

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Victoria, VA

popup camper sleeps 4 has access to shower and toilet, as well as access to stove and fridge free range eggs for breakfast if you want go gather from the chicken coop we also provide laundry facilities for a small fee and free fishing in pond no license required as it is private property and a grill or a stone to cook on there is also a shower and outhouse at the private primitive camp sites water is provided

The best camping near Staunton River State Park guide

Overview

About

Roots run deep at Staunton River State Park where plantations once dotted the landscape and the Staunton River was a major tobacco trading route. Destroyed during the Civil War, the Civilian Conservation Corps took over the land in 1933 and many of the facilities they built still stand today. This historic yet modern park sits on Buggs Island Lake, the largest lake in Virginia and has an olympic sized swimming pool for those who suffer from aquamonstrumphobia (fear of the swamp monster). The livin’ is easy and the water is just right for a true southern experience at its finest.

Notable campgrounds

Cabins: Historic 1930s cabins offer a rustic retreat with modern comforts, nestled near the Staunton River.
Equestrian Campground: Spacious campsites with horse stalls, catering to riders with direct trail access.
Family Campground: A variety of sites with electric and water hookups, perfect for tents or RVs amid the park's tranquility.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Book early, especially for peak seasons, to ensure your spot in this popular state park.
Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter camping experience.
Check for cancellations regularly as plans change and spots may open up unexpectedly.
Explore nearby camping options if the park is fully booked, to still enjoy the area's attractions.

When to go

The best time to visit Staunton River State Park is during spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural scenery is at its most vibrant. Summer offers a wealth of activities but expect higher temperatures. Winters are quieter but can be cold, offering a serene park experience.

Know before you go

Check trail conditions ahead of time, as they may close during wet weather to prevent damage.
Remember that the park is a designated Dark Sky area, so minimize light pollution from 10pm to dawn.
Alcohol is permitted only within private areas, such as inside your cabin or camping unit.
Bring a copy of a negative Coggins report if you're planning to bring horses to the equestrian campground.
Visitor Center hours are from 8am to 4:30pm, where you can find park information and fishing licenses.