James River State Park

An International Dark Sky Park in the Blue Ridge foothills, James River State Park stretches along three miles of the James River with hiking and biking trails, boat launches, and a hillside amphitheater. Campers can choose full hookup sites, primitive riverside tent sites, a primitive group site, or an equestrian campground with covered horse stalls; cabins and lodges are also available (not counted in the total above). Stargazing programs run through the warmer months.

Virginia DCR statewide camping fee schedule (dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/camping-fees.php), per night, shown as VA Resident / Non-Resident, effective May 2025: Primitive/no-hookup sites $16-27/$19-27; Standard sites with water but no electric $27-32/$32-37; Electric & water sites $37-43/$43-49; Electric, water & sewer sites $41-43/$48-50; Group camping $75-134/$88-163. A $5 non-refundable transaction fee plus Virginia sales tax applies to every booking. Dump station use is free for overnight campers ($10/visit for day visitors); non-camper shower access is $5/person. Pets are allowed at this campground at no additional charge, on a leash no longer than 6 feet and kept under control at all times, per Virginia State Parks' statewide camping pet policy; current rabies vaccination is strongly recommended.