Deer Island
Quick Facts
1,024 ftPrice
$26/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
21 campsites
Season
Open from April 1st ...
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Unknown
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Quick Facts
1,024 ftPrice
$26/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
21 campsites
Season
Open from April 1st ...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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Deer Island
620 Salthouse Branch Rd., Henry, VA, 24102
Best Time to Camp at Deer Island
Time your island adventure perfectly by visiting during the prime camping months of April through October, when warm days and cool nights create ideal outdoor conditions. As seasons shift across the lake, weather patterns can transform your journey to the island—spring brings vibrant wildflowers and migrating birds, summer offers long days perfect for swimming and exploring, while fall paints the surrounding forests in brilliant golds and crimsons.
Open in peak season Apr–Oct; summer offers boating, fishing and swimming opportunities.
Fall colors from maples and oaks plus cooler nights make autumn a prime time to visit.
Spring (Apr onward) is listed as prime months with mild weather and opening of season.
Facility is open Apr 1–Oct 31; winter season is outside official open dates.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: April 1st through October 31st.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open from April 1st through October 31st. Non-peak season from November 1st to March 31st.
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