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Camping for wildlife watching and birding in Virginia
38 camps in Virginia that list wildlife watching and birding 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 wildlife watching and birding
- Around Wytheville8 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Front Royal6 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Hot Springs5 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Buckhall4 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Patrick Springs4 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Virginia are good for wildlife watching and birding?
38 camps that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description; 1 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, 95% also offer hiking, 84% also offer fishing, 68% also offer biking.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open wildlife & birding in VirginiaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Elizabeth Furnace Group CampFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalElizabeth Furnace Recreation Area offers forested trails, campsites and open grassy picnic areas along the tranquil Passage Creek. Enjoy hiking the Pig Iron and Charcoal trail and learn how…
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Morris Hill CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalMorris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground for groups of family and friends. The family campground is a family-friendly destination perched on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. Kids can have fun…
View camp →- Lee Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Recreational opportunities in the Lee Ranger District.
View camp → - Wolf Gap Recreation AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Wolf Gap Recreation Area was once the site of a 1930’s African American Civilian Conservation Corps Camp. This recreation area has many hiking opportunities nearby. From here begin your…
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Sunrise CabinFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalVisitors at Sunrise Cabin enjoy outstanding views from the front porch. Sunrise cabin provides visitors with unique opportunity to enjoy the natural features of the George Washington &…
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Coles PointFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalColes Point Picnic Shelters are tucked in a small opening surrounded by a hardwood forest. Opportunities abound for hiking, photography, nature study, birding and viewing wildlife. Best of…
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Mcclintic PointFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalEnjoy the easygoing, peaceful vibe of McClintic Point's rustic campground set among scattered trees and open fields. This angler's paradise provides plentiful shoreline fishing and some…
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Longwood ParkFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLongwood Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina.
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