Pet-friendly campgrounds near Rural Retreat, Virginia, United States

4.5 (107 reviews)

Paint Creek Recreation Area, situated at 1.8 ft in Greene County, offers spacious campsites with scenic streamside views surrounded by native vegetation. Strict food storage regulations are enforced to prevent bear encounters, requiring all food a...

• Tent sites: 20

• Potable Water
• River Access

3.9 (37 reviews)

Rocky Bluff Campground provides a peaceful, wooded environment just 3 mi from Hot Springs and the French Broad River. It is conveniently situated along NC Scenic Byway 209 in the Spring Creek Gorge Area.

• Tent sites: 15

• Potable Water

3.8 (5 reviews)

• RV sites: 187

4.2 (70 reviews)

Trace Branch Campground, situated on Buckhorn Lake in Kentucky's Cumberland Plateau, serves as an excellent base for outdoor activities. The campground offers ample shaded and open grassy spaces for relaxation. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful sce...

• RV sites: 24
• Tent sites: 24

• Dump station on site

4.1 (690 reviews)

Badin Lake Campground, located in Uwharrie National Forest, provides a year-round retreat by the lakeshore for swimming, boating, and fishing. It features spacious, waterfront sites suitable for both RV and tent campers. The campground serves as a...

• RV sites: 28
• Tent sites: 32

• Showers

4.1 (36 reviews)

Badin Lake Group Camp is a recreational area in Uwharrie National Forest, North Carolina, ideal for clubs and families. It offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and boating. The campground is open year-round and can hos...

• RV sites: 3
• Tent sites: 3

• Potable Water
• Showers

4.1 (872 reviews)

Arrowhead Campground, located in the Badin Lake Recreation Area of Uwharrie National Forest, offers diverse camping options for RV and tent campers. Open year-round, it provides easy access to various outdoor activities, including hiking, off-road...

• RV sites: 40
• Tent sites: 46

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Parking
• Restrooms

4.2 (173 reviews)

Canebrake Horse Camp, located in the Badin Lake Recreation Area of Uwharrie National Forest, offers scenic overnight camping specifically for horse travelers with various amenities. Campers can enjoy nearly 40 mi of horseback riding trails, along ...

• Potable Water
• Dump station on site

4.5 (37 reviews)

Harmon Den Campground is located in the Pisgah National Forest, offering a secluded setting with private camping sites. The upper loop caters to horse campers, while the lower loop is for tent camping and small trailers, with basic facilities but ...

• Tent sites: 9

• Picnic Table
• Shaded Site
• Fire Pit

4.6 (315 reviews)

Lake Powhatan Glamping, located near Asheville, North Carolina, offers an all-inclusive getaway with easy access to cultural and natural attractions. Guests can enjoy hiking, biking, and lakeside activities while staying in one of 12 fully furnish...

• Potable Water
• Beach Access
• Pet friendly
• Lake Access

4.6 (764 reviews)

Lake Powhatan offers glamping sites with 12 fully furnished canvas tents in the national forest, just 10 minutes from Asheville, NC. Enjoy outdoor recreation while experiencing the comforts of home, with access to cultural and natural attractions ...

• RV sites: 46
• Tent sites: 51

• Potable Water
• Pet friendly
• Showers
• Dump station on site

4.6 (235 reviews)

Buckhorn Campground, located on Buckhorn Lake in eastern Kentucky's Cumberland Plateau, offers a scenic outdoor retreat. It features various activities for all ages, including summer interpretive programs and easy access to boating and fishing.

• RV sites: 23
• Tent sites: 23

• Showers
• Dump station on site

5.0 (5 reviews)

• RV sites: 13
• Tent sites: 22

4.7 (585 reviews)

North Mills River Campground, located in Pisgah National Forest near Asheville, offers a rustic mountain experience with access to cultural and natural attractions. During winter (November 16, 2025 - March 20, 2026), it operates with limited servi...

• RV sites: 21
• Tent sites: 25

• Parking
• Restrooms

4.7 (351 reviews)

Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...

• Tent sites: 12

• Potable Water
• Pet friendly

4.2 (327 reviews)

Gerald Freeman Camp is located near Sutton Lake in central West Virginia, 70 mi north of Charleston. It offers a range of recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking.

• RV sites: 152
• Tent sites: 152

• Potable Water
• General Store
• Lake Access
• Showers

• RV sites: 9

4.6 (9 reviews)

Cataloochee Group Camp is located in the remote and historic Cataloochee Valley, surrounded by rugged mountains that offer great hiking and fishing opportunities. Its secluded setting allows visitors to experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains...

• Tent sites: 3

• Picnic Table
• Parking
• Pet friendly
• Restrooms

4.7 (710 reviews)

Wilderness Road Campground is located in the Appalachian Mountains within Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, offering direct access to miles of trails. Visitors can enjoy scenic views, historical sites, and the opportunity to stand in three ...

• RV sites: 138
• Tent sites: 151

• Potable Water
• Pet friendly
• Showers
• Dump station on site

4.6 (707 reviews)

Mount Pisgah Campground, located in western North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a scenic retreat at 5 ft elevation, surrounded by dense hardwood forests. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunset views from nearby overlooks a...

• RV sites: 40
• Tent sites: 37

• Potable Water
• Pet friendly
• Showers
• Dump station on site