Camping on the Blue Ridge Parkway

America's favorite scenic drive with 469 miles of mountain vistas, wildflowers, and waterfalls.

20+ Campgrounds4.5★ AverageBest: Year-round (varies by season)

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Rocky Knob Campground

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Rocky Knob Campground is directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway with excellent hiking access and accommodates both tent and RV camping, making it a quintessential Blue Ridge experience.

Julian Price Campground

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Julian Price Campground is another official Blue Ridge Parkway campground with strong reviews and full camping amenities, offering an authentic parkway experience.

George Washington & Jefferson National ForestIvanhoe, VA

Sunrise Cabin offers excellent ratings and cabin accommodations closest to the parkway, perfect for those seeking comfort while exploring the Blue Ridge.

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Hurricane Campground

George Washington & Jefferson National ForestSugar Grove, VA

Hurricane Campground provides top-rated tent camping in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest with excellent hiking and fishing access near the parkway.

New River Trail State ParkVA

Millrace Campground offers the highest number of reviews with excellent ratings at New River Trail State Park, providing diverse activities and reliable quality.

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Hickory Ridge Campground

Grayson Highlands State ParkVA

Hickory Ridge Campground at Grayson Highlands State Park offers access to unique high-elevation landscapes and wild ponies near the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Hungry Mother State ParkVA

Creekside Campground at Hungry Mother State Park provides diverse activities with strong reviews, offering a well-rounded camping experience for Blue Ridge visitors.

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Hanging Rock State Park

Danbury, NC

Hanging Rock State Park offers comprehensive camping options (tent, RV, cabins) with excellent hiking and swimming, representing classic Blue Ridge outdoor recreation.

Backbone Rock Campground

Cherokee National ForestShady Valley, TN

Backbone Rock Campground in Cherokee National Forest provides full camping amenities with swimming access, extending the Blue Ridge experience into Tennessee.

W. Kerr Scott Dam & ReservoirWilkesboro, NC

Bandits Roost has exceptional review volume and offers complete camping facilities with water activities, providing reliable quality for Blue Ridge travelers.

Comer'S Rock Recreation Area

George Washington & Jefferson National ForestMarion, VA

Comer's Rock Recreation Area offers the closest tent camping option to the parkway in George Washington National Forest with good hiking access.

New River State Park provides excellent river access and camping variety, showcasing the iconic New River that parallels parts of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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Rocky Knob Campground

Julian Price Campground

Sunrise Cabin

Hurricane Campground

Millrace Campground

Hickory Ridge Campground

Creekside Campground

Hanging Rock State Park

Backbone Rock Campground

Bandits Roost

Comer'S Rock Recreation Area

New River State Park

Grindstone

Stony Fork Campground

Raccoon Branch Campground

Beartree

Fort Hamby Park

Grandfather Mountain State Park

Warrior Creek

Hunts Campground

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About This Destination

Hiking Blue Ridge Parkway offers some of the most spectacular mountain adventures in Virginia, with camping Blue Ridge Parkway providing the perfect base for exploring iconic ridgeline trails and scenic overlooks. This legendary 469-mile scenic highway winds along the spine of the southern Appalachians, connecting hikers and campers to world-class destinations like McAfee Knob, Sharp Top, and the wild ponies of Grayson Highlands.

Best Time

The best time for camping and hiking Blue Ridge Parkway is mid-September through October for peak fall foliage, and late May through June for comfortable weather and spring wildflowers. Fall offers the most spectacular scenery but requires advance reservations due to heavy crowds.

Destination Highlights

20+ campgrounds within 60 miles
Located in Virginia
Options for every camping style

Plan Your Trips

Tips & Recommendations

1Book campgrounds 3-6 months ahead for fall foliage weekends, as prime sites fill quickly during peak season.
2Pack layers regardless of season, as mountain weather changes rapidly and nights can be surprisingly cold even in summer.
3Start popular hikes like McAfee Knob early morning to avoid crowds and secure parking.
4Store food properly in bear-proof containers or lockers, as black bears are active throughout the region.

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