Summer Camping in Virginia
Discover the best summer camping across Virginia. Experience the best of outdoor camping during the warmest months. Long days, starry nights, and endless adventure await.
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Cave Mountain Lake Family Camp
The 7-acre mountain lake becomes summer's refreshing centerpiece, where children splash in sandy-bottomed shallows while anglers reel in catches from cool depths. Towering Blue Ridge peaks frame every lakeside afternoon, creating a private swimming hole that feels worlds away from everyday life.
Hurricane Campground
Splash through crystalline Hurricane Branch and Comers Creek as they converge beneath hemlock groves, offering natural swimming holes and prime brook trout fishing when temperatures soar.
Elizabeth Furnace
Passage Creek flows right through camp, creating natural swimming holes where families splash away hot afternoons and anglers wade into cool currents chasing native trout.
About Summer Camping in Virginia
Summer camping Virginia offers an extraordinary blend of mountain retreats, pristine lakeside escapes, and lush valley hideaways that come alive during the warm months. From the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the sparkling waters of Kerr Lake, Virginia's diverse landscape provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable summer adventures.
Best Time
The prime summer camping season in Virginia runs from late May through early September, with peak conditions typically occurring in June and early July before the most intense heat arrives. June offers the sweet spot of warm days, comfortable evenings, and lush green landscapes still benefiting from spring rains, plus lower humidity than later summer months.
Season Highlights
- Warm weather and long days
- Swimming and water activities
- Full amenities and services
- Family-friendly activities
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Reserve campsites early through Recreation.gov or Virginia State Parks' reservation system, especially for weekends and holidays—popular campgrounds like Sherando Lake and Elizabeth Furnace often book solid months in advance.
- 2Bring layers even in summer; mountain temperatures can drop 20-30 degrees at night, and mornings often start cool before warming significantly.
- 3Pack a quality cooler and plenty of ice, as summer heat requires vigilant food storage—consider frozen water bottles that serve double duty as ice packs and drinking water.
- 4Bug spray with DEET and a screened shelter or tent are essential, as mosquitoes and ticks are active throughout summer, particularly near water sources and in wooded areas.
Summer Camping in Virginia FAQ
We've ranked 20+ summer campgrounds in Virginia based on weather, amenities, and user reviews. Top options include campgrounds with shade, water access, and good summer conditions.
June through August is prime summer camping season in Virginia. June and September offer pleasant weather with fewer crowds, while July and August are peak season.
For summer camping in Virginia, bring sun protection, plenty of water, cooling gear, and light layers for cooler evenings. Bug spray is essential in many areas.
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