Pet-friendly campgrounds near Amherst, Virginia, United States

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10 campgrounds 414 available sites
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Cave Mountain Lake Family Camp

Natural Bridge Station, VA · 26.4 mi from Amherst

4.7 (324 reviews)

Cave Mountain Lake Family Camp is located in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a rustic and peaceful retreat. It features convenient access from the interstate and is near historic Lexington and Natural Bridge State Park. This makes it an ...

  • RV sites: 33
  • Tent sites: 40
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp

Natural Bridge Station, VA · 26.4 mi from Amherst

5.0 (10 reviews)

Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp is located in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a serene natural setting with easy access to nearby historic sites. The camp spans seven acres and features a 35-foot dam built in the 1930s by the Civilian Cons...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Loft Mountain Campground

Elkton, VA · 50.3 mi from Amherst

4.4 (742 reviews)

Loft Mountain Campground, located atop Big Flat Mountain, is one of the largest campgrounds in the park. It attracts outdoor enthusiasts seeking a wilderness escape. The site is situated in the historic Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.

  • RV sites: 126
  • Tent sites: 145
  • Potable Water
  • Dump station on site
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Craig Creek Recreation Area

Blacksburg, VA · 50.7 mi from Amherst

4.5 (12 reviews)

Craig Creek Recreation Area offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities, featuring a spacious open field ideal for picnics and tent camping. There is a non-reservable day-use area nearby, although overnight camping is not permitted there.

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
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Morris Hill Campground

Covington, VA · 55.6 mi from Amherst

4.0 (201 reviews)

Morris Hill Campground is a serene, rustic destination for families and friends, located on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. It offers group sites for up to 25 guests, along with amenities like a playground and access to swimming, fishing, and hiking. C...

  • RV sites: 51
  • Tent sites: 55
  • Potable Water
  • Dump station on site
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Bolar Mountain Recreation Area

Warm Springs, VA · 57.1 mi from Amherst

3.9 (194 reviews)

Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw, featuring outdoor activities like boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy nature while disconnecting due to limited cell service. It's an ideal spot for those se...

  • RV sites: 85
  • Tent sites: 85
  • Potable Water
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Mcclintic Point

Warm Springs, VA · 57.1 mi from Amherst

3.3 (8 reviews)

McClintic Point offers a tranquil campground surrounded by trees and open fields, perfect for relaxation. It is an ideal spot for anglers, featuring abundant shoreline fishing opportunities. Some campsites are located right by the lakefront.

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 2
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
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Lake Sherwood

White Sulphur Spring, WV · 59.9 mi from Amherst

4.4 (221 reviews)

Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a family-friendly destination with diverse activities and camping options, including standard, tent-only, and group sites by the largest lake in Monongahela National Forest. The area offers swimming beaches, a picn...

  • RV sites: 59
  • Tent sites: 61
  • Dump station on site
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Steel Bridge Campground

Blacksburg, VA · 64.4 mi from Amherst

4.1 (27 reviews)

Steel Bridge Group Campground offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities. It features three shaded sites suitable for small groups. Ideal for those seeking a simple outdoor experience.

  • Tent sites: 3
  • Picnic Table
  • Shaded Site
  • Campfire Ring
Closed for Season

Buffalo Park

Boydton, VA · 67.9 mi from Amherst

4.7 (250 reviews)

Buffalo Park is a day-use and campground park on John H. Kerr Reservoir, open year-round for day use and from May 1 to September 30 for camping. The reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, spans 50,000 acres along the Roanoke River in Virginia...

  • RV sites: 10
  • Tent sites: 19
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Dump station on site
  • Playground

Explore Amherst, VA

Population: 1,865

Nearby city: Lynchburg, VA

Approx. 13 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 761 ft

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Explore Amherst, VA

Population: 1,865

Nearby city: Lynchburg, VA

Approx. 13 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 761 ft

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