Lake Ridge RV Resort in Hillsville and Fries New RiverTrail RV Park in Fries provide full-hookup RV sites within 30 miles of Woodlawn. Lake Ridge features big-rig-friendly sites with 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections on gravel pads. The resort includes shower facilities, trash disposal, and a dump station. Fries New RiverTrail accommodates large motorhomes with 50-amp service and level sites positioned along a creek. Several sites at Fries include custom decks overlooking the water. Old Cranks Campground in Galax offers electric, water, and sewer hookups with toilet facilities but without showers or trash service. "Tom, the proprietor, is friendly and efficient in guiding guests to their site. Each site is a pull-thru and is in the form of a crescent, so everyone's door faces the stream."
Many RV parks in this Blue Ridge Mountain region require careful navigation on winding roads with elevation changes. Seasonal availability varies, with Lake Ridge and Old Cranks operating year-round while others have limited winter options. Cell service fluctuates throughout the area, though Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground visitors reported strong connectivity with "AT&T 80mbs Download, T-Mobile 25mbs Download." Fort Chiswell RV Park in Max Meadows provides full hookups with 50-amp service approximately 40 minutes north. Campgrounds near the New River Trail offer convenient access for cycling and water activities, while proximity to I-77 makes Fancy Gap locations popular for overnight travelers. Pet policies differ between parks, with Lake Ridge and several others welcoming pets while Fries maintains restrictions.
"Full hook ups. Cable TV was a luxury for us! Great WiFi the entire time; even for a couple of zoom calls!"
"Sites are close to level. Nothing severe at all. All sited are full hookups. A single washer and dryer available onsite. Great wifi and cable hookups. 2 blocks from New River Rails to Trails."
"I stayed at Lake Ridge RV Resort for quite a while. Great place to spend the evenings after work. Pond and surrounding area are very well maintained."
"We stayed in one of the cabins after the high season. Comfortable and cozy, we really enjoyed our morning walks along the trails and lake. "
"Located in closed factory in the industrial area. Good sized grass sites. Near brewery and town."
$150 - $200 / night
"Clean facilities, friendly host."
"Just less than a mile west of the Blue Ridge Parkway on US 58 Business, Willville is THE motorcycle camping slot for me in Virginia. thwres a community fire ring where Will has a fire most nights."
"This campground is located right outside of Floyd, VA and just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway."
"We were a little taken aback when we first arrived at our site but quickly began to appreciate the beautiful field we were camped in with electric and water hook-ups."
$70 - $85 / night
"We were looking for a campground near by over Martin Luther weekend and used the Dyrt app and found this nice campground."
"Large back-in spot, fairly level. Very quiet during the week but have been told by the camp hosts that every weekend is booked for a long time. Would definitely go back."
$64 - $72 / night
"We had the opportunity for an extended stay at Greystone in 2024 and had an exceptional experience. This is one of the best campgrounds we've found in all of our RV travels."
"It's 10 spots, full hook-up, with an awesome view of Pilot Mountain. Each pad is concrete, with a picnic table, fire pit and full hook-ups."
$35 - $38 / night
"Highway access to this area is easy for all types of traveler. there are several stores in the area with just about anything you could need or want only moments away from camp and if you are there in late"
"Fort Chiswell RV park in Virginia is a very clean park beautiful trees paved driveways and a bathroom that is very clean and at the end of the bathrooms actually have tables at Pavilion They have Wi-Fi"
$45 - $70 / night
"This campground has been transformed into a beautiful place to get away from it all! River front sites, pull thru sites and tent sites. New playground for the kids!"
"Had a great time here...campground is behind the restaurant and a pond. Very nice peaceful setting and you can wine taste while you are visiting."
GuideFamily-friendly campground with plenty of fun activities for kids. Playground, fishing pond, disc golf, recreation and game area, and ice cream trailer. Our site was nicely shaded and fairly level. Fire pit and picnic table at each site. There appears to be a lot of long-term residents but all sites were very well kept and the campground was very clean. The best part was the friendly staff!
GuideThis campground is probably 90% big rigs. It’s a huge campground with 2 lakes, playground, RV store and shelter houses. There is only one shower house with one shower and two toilets on each side. Pet friendly on leash. Close to Mount Airy for those over 60 who want a trip down Memory Lane.
TravelerThe new owners have revamped this campground. From what I’ve heard, this wasn’t the place to go prior to the ownership change. The owners here care about everyone at the campground, and keep it nice and clean. They also expect their full time campers to keep their lots and campers in good condition. Both owners are very approachable and respectful. Campground is just a short hike to the Ararat River. Which is why the new name is Ararat River Campground. No tent camping, but 30 amp and 50 amp camper hookups are available with sewage. In the warm months the owner holds church services in the pavilion behind lot 12. Owners offer a flat monthly rate that includes water, electric, wifi, and campground maintenance.
GuideOn the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground has been well maintained. Sites are ample but the asphalt pads were designed for shorter travel trailers, but include an extra pad for the tow vehicle. Many of the sites have upgraded concrete pads for the picnic table and built-in fire pits. There are no showers in the trailer (RV) loop, but does include a couple comfort station with flush toilets. Campground hosts were helpful and friendly. Sites are split between first come first serve and reservations. Payment at kiosk by credit card only.
LegendGeneral: Smallish campground (< 70 sites in two loops) with a mixture of water/electric and tent sites with no hookups, and also four yurts.
Site Quality: Some were back-in and some were pull-through. Gravel pads. Not a lot of separation between the sites. Some were more level than others but not a problem to make it work for us.
Bathhouse: Heated! Clean. One shower in the bathroom plus additional shower rooms. Best place in the campground to catch a fleeting cell signal so it was not unusual to see people in the bathroom on their phones!
Activities/Amenites: Hiking! Close to the AT. Unfortunately, the best trail IMO was the Cabin Creek Trail (it was also awarded one of the best 25 trails in the US) but it is not accessible directly from the campground. There is also a small country store, but it was not open when we were there. There is a small museum at the Visitor Center and well worth a trip there. There is also a dump station.
There was an unseasonable cold snap when we were there in October (temps got down to mid-20s with wind chill in the teens) so even though we had planned on two nights there, once we hiked the Cabin Creek and Rhododendron trails, we decided to go to a lower elevation and warm up!
LegendI picked this campground because it was very close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My plan was to ride my motorcycle through this beautiful area of NC, but the rain didn't cooperate this trip. I camped in site 112. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. This was a last minute reservation and they had limited availability. The site is not very level and very tight for my 32 foot RV. The site had full hookups (water, sewer, 30 amp electric) that worked great. I walked most of the campground and there are some great sites. Most are wooded and reasonably spaced. Quite a few long term campers, but the rigs and sites were all very well kept. At $64 per night it is a little pricey, for site 112, but probably not for the campground and area as a whole. No grill, just a tire rim for campfires and a picnic table.
Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out to stay out of rain.
I would camp here again and recommend others give it a try. Lots to do in this part of the NC mountains.
LegendDoughton Park CG:
(Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good
(70 yr olds in 17’ trailer)
Overall Rating: 4.5
Price: $10/ night w senior pass
Usage during visit: low due to rain
Site Privacy: some, like ours - #9, are very good
Site Spacing: some sites are nicely space and some are pretty close.
Site surface: Blacktop
Reservations: Yes
Campground Noise: Very quiet during our stay. A small group of folks, older, play music together on a regular basis. Bring your instrument and join them. One plays a lot of Gordon Lightfoot - they were friends. Low key and quiet. Very, very enjoyable.
Road Noise: Sites 1 and 2 are close to the parkway. The rest of the sites are set far enough back that, maybe motorcycles can be heard. Right now through there is no through traffic as a nearby portion of the parkway is in the middle of a 3 year construction project.
Through Traffic in campground: None
Electricity: No
Water: Availability at the dump station and one faucet.
Sewer Hook up: No
Dump Station: Yes
Generators: Allowed
Bathroom: Small and clean.
Showers: No
Pull Throughs: Most or all are back in.
Cell Service (Verizon): Good from our site
Setting: Deciduous forest on high ground.
Weather: Unseasonably wet during our stay. 4 days of almost non-stop rain
Bugs: None
Solar: Fixed solar panels might work in sites 1 and 2.
Host: Present.
Rig size: There are a couple 30 to 35’ rigs here
Sites: #9, our site, is one of the best sites we have had in almost 4 years of travel. The regulars call this site the “honeymoon site”, because of the heart shaped large rocks which create a lower terraced picnic area. Best sites: 9 very best, 4, 8, 7. Next best: 5,21,19. Nice but picnic area is not quite as private: 20, 18,16,14,12,11,10. All other sites along the outer side of the loop I would be happy with. The exception are sites 1 and 2. These two sites are along the parkway.
RangerThis was a overnight stop but it was a great find! We were in a full hook up pull through site 20. Gravel pads with a picnic table and fire ring. Sites were open but a decent size, and mostly level. There was a lovely stream that ran along the property with beautiful shade trees and lots of grass. We have 2 dogs and there was plenty of great area to walk them. The bathhouse was very clean but there was no A/C and only a few small windows for ventilation. The whole property was very well kept and beautiful. Will definitely be back as we travel this way each year.
Verizon phone worked good, but not really any TV reception. But we were good with that!
LegendThis was our first visit to a Virginia State Park and we were impressed. The campground was really nice as our site was very long, had a huge patio, was level, and water and electric were well-placed. Our site (#43) was on the end of a row with our patio facing a hillside next to a stream that made for a very pleasant rushing water sound. The weather was great for the first few days of our visit so we made the most of being outside and exploring the park. We went for a few hikes which offered great views of the surrounding mountains, gave Spirit plenty of time to swim in the lake, and I paddle boarded around the lake.
The park itself is over 3,334 acres and packed with recreational opportunities with the centerpiece being Hungry Mother Lake. There is a swim beach, boat launch, hiking trails, restaurant, boat rentals, fishing piers, convention center, nature center, and plenty of camping. The campgrounds are divided into three sections– Creekside, Burston and Royal Oak. All campsites in the Creekside section are reservable while only some in other sections are reservable. The Burston Campground has the largest sites and offers some full hook-up sites and water and electric sites (50 amp) with pull thrus and back-ins. Sites are level and can fit big rigs but the only problem we had were that some of the trees need to be trimmed back and scratched the upper sides of our coach. The Royal Oak section is for tents only (no hookups are provided) and has really cool wooden pads that give you the feeling of hanging over the hillside.
The restrooms and shower house were very new and really clean. Each shower is in an individual room which makes for nice privacy. There is a laundry with two washers and two dryers costing $1.50/load. Also located here is a dish washing station with two big deep sinks and hot and cold water. There is free wifi at your site that worked fairly well and we were able to get about six over the air antenna television stations (albeit none were from major networks).
The Blue Ridge region around Woodlawn, Virginia offers camping options between 2,400-3,000 feet elevation. Located near the New River Trail State Park, most campgrounds experience mild summers with average highs in the upper 70s and cool evenings in the 50s. Cell service varies widely across the mountainous terrain, with stronger signals typically available at higher elevations and campgrounds closer to towns.
Bike the New River Trail: Access this 57-mile converted railroad bed trail from Fries New RiverTrail RV Park. "We rode 15 miles out and 15 back to campsite. You can ride bikes from your campsite to the trail," shares Martha S., who appreciated the direct trail access just one block away.
Attend local music events: Experience Appalachian heritage at community jam sessions near Fries New RiverTrail RV Park. "Thursday evenings, the community center hosts a jam session - check it out! The town is on the 'Crooked River Music Trail' and music is an important part of their heritage," recommends Bran P.
Try disc golf: Several campgrounds offer on-site recreation beyond hiking. At Chantilly Farm RV/Tent Campground, "a brand new 9 hole disc golf course" provides entertainment between outdoor adventures, according to Stafford W.
Creek-side sites: Campers consistently mention the relaxing sound of running water. "Sites right near a babbling brook, and very quaint. Each site is a pull-thru and is in the form of a crescent, so everyone's door faces the stream," notes Bran P. about camping in Fries.
Custom outdoor spaces: Many RV sites near Woodlawn offer personalized touches. At Willville Motorcycle Camp, "a community fire ring where Will has a fire most nights" creates gathering opportunities, while sites at Fries include "custom decks overlooking the water" or "porch swings right on their site."
Clean facilities: Travelers appreciate well-maintained bathhouses throughout the region. Greystone RV Park features the "prettiest bath house I've ever seen," according to Nan L., while Fort Chiswell RV Park offers "a very clean pool, super nice people that run it, as well as the campers visiting."
Seasonal water pressure: Water systems can vary depending on your campsite location. At Fries, one camper noted, "Being at the end of the water line for the park, our pressure wasn't great so we used our fresh water tank and water pump for showers and to wash dishes but the pressure was adequate for making coffee."
Payment methods: Some smaller campgrounds have limited payment options. "One thing to note is that they don't accept credit cards," cautions Sherri J. about Fries New RiverTrail RV Park.
Reservation timing: The popularity of these mountain campgrounds means planning ahead is essential. At Riverwalk RV Park, campers discovered "every weekend is booked for a long time" though weekdays often have availability.
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