Appomattox Court House National Historical Park - Camping

Appomattox Court House National Historic Park by National Parks Service

Campgrounds you can reserve online

Holliday Lake State Park Campground

Mileage:8 mi

Description: Title: Holliday Lake Will Be Lowered Due to dock maintenance and repair, Holliday Lake will be lowered from December 15, 2008 until mid-April, 2009. During this time, the boat launch will be closed. Please call Holliday Lake State Park at 434-248-6308 for any additional information. Holliday Lake State Park, located deep within the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, boasts a scenic 150acre lake amid rolling hills. Activity at the park focuses on the lake, with fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking, camping and hiking. Only non-gasoline powered boats are allowed on Holliday Lake.
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James River State Park Campground

Mileage:17 mi

Description: James River State Park features nearly 20 miles of hiking /biking / horseback riding trails that meander though 1500 acres of Rolling Meadows and quite forests. Three miles of river frontage offer spectacular views, boat launches, picnic areas and primitive cmaping. RV cmaping, cabins picnic shelters and a canoe livery can also be found among the amenities found at James River. Size: 1500 acres
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Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground

Mileage:30 mi

Description: Nestled in the heart of Cumberland State Forest in central Virginia's Cumberland County, Bear Creek Lake State Park offers the amenities of the larger parks without the crowds. Activities revolve around the 40 acre lake with a boat launch, swimming beach, lakeside picnicking, cabins, camping and hiking trails. Only non-gasoline powered boats are allowed on Bear Creek Lake. The park is surrounded by the 16,000 acre Cumberland State Forest, which provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor activities. Four small lakes in the state forest are managed by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries for recreational fishing. A network of gated and non-gated forest roads provides hiking, mountain biking and nature observation. Size: 326.4 acres; Lake Size: 40 acres
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Twin Lakes State Park Campground

Mileage:32 mi

Description: Twin Lakes State Park, centrally located in Virginia's Piedmont region, provides visitors from all over the Commonwealth with a variety of lakefront activities in a secluded setting. Swimming, camping, fishing, canoeing and hiking are popular activities. Cedar Crest Conference Center is also located in the park and has facilities available for group meetings, family reunions and company picnics. Cedar crest cabins are reserved through the reservation center and on the Internet. Size: 476 acres; lakes 40 acres in total.
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Staunton River Battlefield State Park Campground

Mileage:35 mi

Description: At this historic site, a ragtag group of Confederate old men and young boys beat the odds and held off an assault by 5,000 Union cavalry soldiers on a bridge of strategic importance to General Lee's army, then under siege in Petersburg. Size: 300 acres
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Staunton River State Park Campground

Mileage:47 mi

Description: Staunton River State Park is one of the six original state parks that opened in June 1936. It is located on 1,597 acres along the shoreline of the John H. Kerr Reservoir (also known as Buggs Island Lake), at the convergence of the Dan and Staunton rivers. The largest lake in Virginia is only one of the park's many attractions, which include a swimming pool, camping, cabins, picnic shelters and nature trails. Size: 1,597 acres. Buggs Island Lake (Kerr Reservoir): 48,000 acres.
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Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

Mileage:48 mi

Description: Although situated on the second largest body of freshwater in the state, Smith Mountain Lake State Park is not just for water enthusiasts. In addition to a full range of water related activities, including swimming, fishing and boating, the park offers miles of hiking trails, cabins, primitive camping, picnicking, a visitor center and interpretive programs. Size: 1,248 acres.
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Buffalo Park Campground

Mileage:50 mi

Description: Buffalo Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir. The 50,000-acre lake extends 39 miles up the Roanoke River along 800 miles of wooded, cove-studded shoreline. With 70,000 acres of project lands, it's yours to enjoy whether you like to swim, fish, camp, go boating, or just relax by enjoying its scenic beauty. Buffalo Park offers 19 primitive campsites on lake with hot showers (outdoor), flush toilets, and an attendant is on duty. Swim beach, picnic area and boat launch are located nearby the campground. The recreation area is within a 20 minute drive to Clarksville, VA. Visitor Assistance Center (434) 738-6143
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Occoneechee State Park Campground

Mileage:54 mi

Description: Occoneechee State Park is on Virginia's largest lake, Buggs Island Lake, also known as John H. Kerr Reservoir. The park features 3.1 miles of walking trails which allow the guest to experience the history of the Occoneechee Indians and plantation life in the 1800s. The Commonwealth of Virginia began leasing the land for outdoor recreational use from the U.S. Army in 1944. Occoneechee State Park's land remains leased from the Army Corps of Engineers. Size: 2698 acres. Buggs Island Lake (Kerr Reservoir), 48,000 acres. The Panhandle area is 1,900 acres, and is open for hunting, hiking, biking and nature observation. Contact Occoneechee State Park for further information.
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Rudds Creek Park Campground

Mileage:54 mi

Description: Rudds Creek Park is located at John H. Kerr Reservoir. The 50,000 acre lake extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River. Whether you like to swim, fish, camp, boat, or just relax, John H. Kerr is the perfect destination to enjoy nature's beauty. The Rudds Creek Park offers 99 campsites on or near the lake. There are 75 sites with water and electric hookups and 24 primitive sites. The campground also has 9 double sites. Amenities include an amphitheater, playgrounds, swim beaches, and 2 boat launch areas. Gas and groceries are less than 2 minutes away. Visitor Assistance Center - (434) 738-6143
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Note: All mileage numbers are "as the crow flies"