Is Redbud Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Redbud Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Redbud Campground?

Redbud Campground is open The camping season runs from the first Friday in March through the first Monday in December. Check-in is 4 p.m. and checkout is at 1 p.m.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Redbud Campground?

Redbud Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Redbud Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Redbud Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Redbud Campground?

Redbud Campground offers: Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

Redbud Campground

4.14

91 reviews

Redbud Campground

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518 ft

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Cell

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518 ft

Price

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Season

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Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

Partial Hookups

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Redbud Campground

37.3980, -78.6414

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The Park Office phone line is currently down. For questions please call 434-248-9062.
From Feb. 15 through April 30, a burn ban is in effect from midnight to 4 p.m. Open-air fires are prohibited during this time unless a Camp Host is in residence.

Best Time to Camp at Redbud Campground

Summer brings the campground's peak activity. Daytime highs range from the mid-70s to upper-80s°F, ideal for canoeing and paddling from the boat launches. Wildlife viewing and evening campfires work best during these months, though weekend crowds pick up noticeably. Afternoon thunderstorms roll through regularly, and humidity climbs high. Mosquitoes are persistent. Plan water activities for mornings or late afternoons to dodge both the heat and storm windows.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

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Operating Season: The camping season runs from the first Friday in March through the first Monday in December. Check-in is 4 p.m. and checkout is at 1 p.m.

About Redbud Campground

Redbud Campground sits at Holliday Lake State Park in central Virginia at 518 feet elevation. The park offers boat launches for lake access, picnic shelters, and trail systems alongside the camping area. Canoeing draws visitors during warmer months.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings the campground's peak activity. Daytime highs range from the mid-70s to upper-80s°F, ideal for canoeing and paddling from the boat launches. Wildlife viewing and evening campfires work best during these months, though weekend crowds pick up noticeably. Afternoon thunderstorms roll through regularly, and humidity climbs high. Mosquitoes are persistent. Plan water activities for mornings or late afternoons to dodge both the heat and storm windows.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sits near Holliday Lake, where wildlife sightings are common throughout the forested setting. Trees provide shade across the camping area.

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Laurel Ridge Campground - (Electric and Water) - Offers 20, 30 and 50 amp hookup. Various equipment up to 40 feet. Total six sites. These sites have been designed for larger RVs and are site-specific. Redbud Campground - (Electric and Water) Offers 20 and 30-amp hookups for various equipment up to 30 feet. Total 29 sites. Bring additional leveling blocks for camping rigs. Dump Station

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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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Redbud Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

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RV campers with a rig under 30 feet who want lake access: the boat launch for canoeing is right there, and shaded sites make summer heat manageable if you time water activities for morning before the afternoon thunderstorms roll in.

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Tent campers, pet owners, or anyone needing a dump station on-site should stop here: the facts list no tent sites, no pets allowed, and no dump station despite the operator mentioning one elsewhere. Declining recent reviews add more reason for caution.

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