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Salthouse Branch

View of Philpott Lake from the parking area.
Trailers and RVs set-up in their sites at Salthouse Branch Campground
A small playground nestled in the trees and surrounded by manicured grass.

Featured amenities

Showers
Playground

About Salthouse Branch

Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry. Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping. Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

Number of accommodations: 88

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

88 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 043, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 045, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 046, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 047, Loop: RBRA
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 048, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 049, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 051, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 054, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
055, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
056, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
057, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
058, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
059, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
060, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
061, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
062, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
063, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
064, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
065, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
066, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
067, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
068, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
069, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
070, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
071, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
072, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
073, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
074, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
075, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
076, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
077, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
078, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
079, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
080, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
081, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
082, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
083, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
084, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
085, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
086, Loop: HILL
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
087, Loop: SBRA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
088, Loop: SBRA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
089, Loop: SBRA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 090, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 091, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 092, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 093, Loop: SBRA
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (320)

What Guests Are Saying

Salthouse Branch offers a lovely, family-friendly campground with clean facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite for many visitors. Guests appreciate the vibrant atmosphere, especially for children, with ample opportunities for outdoor activities like kayaking and biking. However, some concerns were raised about the road access, electrical issues, and occasional litter left by campers, but overall, visitors expressed a strong desire to return.

Review Summary

4.3
320 reviews
5
58.4%
187
4
23.8%
76
3
10.6%
34
2
5.3%
17
1
1.9%
6

Tony H

Verified

August 1, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: RBRA

5

This has always been one of our favorite campsites. We had lots of family camping with us and had a great time!

ANGEL W

Verified

July 31, 2022 Stayed at: 049, Loop: SBRA

5

Very clean camp sites, close to boating dock and swimming area. Highly recommend!!

rodney j

Verified

July 28, 2022 Stayed at: 048, Loop: SBRA

5

First time tent camping in many years. Even though it was hot it was most enjoyable and I had a ball. Everyone I contacted and staff were super friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go again. Everything is very clean lots of shade lots to see.

Kris W

Verified

July 27, 2022 Stayed at: 033, Loop: RBRA

5

Excellent facilities and bath house! Beautiful location and waterfront activities available.
A real GEM!

Kristeena W

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 031, Loop: RBRA

5

Beautiful place to stay home away from home! Boat dock is close by the electric sites, there is a playground for the kids within view of most electric sites. Everyone is nice, and 99% of the time, everyone gets along!

Emily C

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 084, Loop: HILL

5

Definitely has became our favorite spot to come!! It’s close to our home! The views are absolutely amazing and the property is super clean!! The swim area in front of our camp site was wonderful. Will be back soon!

Amy L

Verified

July 13, 2022 Stayed at: 016, Loop: Standard electric 1 -18

4

Site was level and easy to back into. We camp here every summer.

Ruth F

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 045, Loop: RBRA

2

This is a very iffy campground . Used to be a awesome place. There's a lot of rude people with kids that camps there.

walter d

Verified

July 8, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: RBRA

4

campground is an awesome campground lots of kids for the kids to play with good friends it’s just an awesome campground just has a store just outside the campground which makes it even better if you run out of stuff

walter d

Verified

July 5, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: RBRA

4

Are we had a good weekend camping emmaleigh enjoyed the square main bike ride and playing with the other kids we had a real blast it was fun but except for one thing She got stung by bees by the playground, awesome campers and swimming kayaking all lots of fun and be sure to check out the salt house store just outside the gates good food too

Location Salthouse Branch

Address:
620 Salthouse Branch Road
Henry, VA, 24102
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible from US 220, which is approximately 6 miles away. Access is also available via Henry Road (SR-605) and Knob Church Road.

Latitude & Longitude: 36.8136 / -80.04

Elevation: 297 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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