Camping for fishing in Virginia
49 camps in Virginia that list fishing or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Apr–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 84°F and lows near 62°F.
Best areas for fishing
- Around Hot Springs11 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Wytheville10 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Riverdale4 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Buckhall4 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Norton4 camps for fishing within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Virginia are good for fishing?
49 camps that list fishing or mention it in their description; 3 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Apr–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 84°F and lows near 62°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 86% also offer hiking, 65% also offer wildlife & birding, 57% also offer biking.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open fishing in VirginiaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
- North River CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · 1,837 ft · No cell signal
This open area campground was originally constructed as a CCC camp. Evidence of the original sites and logging trails still remain today. North River Gorge is a popular hiking, biking, and…
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Hurricane CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalHurricane Campground is one of the best kept secrets in southwest Virginia. Located along a rushing mountain stream under the shade of hemlock and rhododendron, this campground offers a…
View camp →- Hidden Valley Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
With vast fields of wildflowers that attract countless butterflies, birds, and other wildlife, the Hidden Valley Recreation Area is appropriately named due to its secluded and hidden…
View camp → - Comers Rock Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · 3,773 ft · Cell signal
Located on top of Iron Mountain at 3800 feet, a small primitive campground and historic picnic area await the true outdoor enthusiast. The log picnic shelter with large stone fireplace was…
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Horseshoe PointFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHorseshoe Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virgina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of…
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Bolar Mountain Recreation AreaFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalBolar Mountain Recreation Area is a great destination for visitors looking for a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw. The area provides plenty of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing…
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Salthouse BranchFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSalthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part…
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Cabin Camp 3Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalCabin Camp 3 is located in Prince William Forest Park and is one of five large cabin camp facilities located in the park. Camp 3 is the only camp where visitors can rent a single cabin.…
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Free camps for fishing
- Walnut Flats CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
This small, primitive campground is well suited for tent camping but also accommodates small recreation vehicles. It has shaded sites clustered around a grassy opening surrounded by forest.…
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Steel Bridge CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signalSteel Bridge Group Campground provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities. There are three well shaded camping sites for available for small group…
View camp →- The Pines CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
The Pines is a rustic campground in a wooded setting, located adjacent to Barbour's Creek, a stocked trout stream. Most of the campsites are designed for tents, but small recreation…
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