The best camping near Westmoreland State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Westmoreland State Park adventure.

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Camping at Wilderness Run

2 sites · RVs, Tents175 acres · Locust Grove, VA

Learn more about this land:Rustic campsite near cool running creek. Located on the same farm as Wilderness Run Vineyards and 1781 Brewing Co. RV/ Truck Camping in field within walking distance to live music in the evenings.

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Cross Creek Farm

9 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Southern Gateway, VA

Originally part of Blake Farm, built in the 1930's. Blake Farm was subdivided into 5 acres farmettes in the 1990's. The original farmhouse is next door, now known as Agape Farms. The forest has reclaimed much of the original Blake Farm land. Visit over 4 acres of available land, from the pastures, to the wooded creek, or the very back edge of the farm abutting deep woods. Spend relaxing time petting the Nigerian Dwarf goats, Rhode Island Red chickens, and the super-friendly livestock guard dogs (Thomasina, Bucky, and Sarge). We are also located adjacent to Agape Farms, with its horses, ducks, and chickens. All this in horse country just minutes from I-95 and an hour from Washington, DC or Richmond, VA.

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1850's Greenock Farm, plus 4WD site

4 sites · RVs, Tents45 acres · Lothian, MD

Learn more about this land: 45 acre Historic farm, several sites to choose from depending on adventure wanderlust (including a 4WD drive site). Please read full description of the property. Located on private gravel lane, approximately 1/2 mile off county road. Either corn or soybeans with a woods backdrop. Secluded and private, yet 25 minutes to downtown Annapolis, 10 minutes to the Bay, great for cycling, paddleboarding, kayaking all 10/15 minutes from farm. DC 45 minutes, Baltimore 1 hour. Jug Bay wetlands, wineries, fun little waterfront towns and Bay front restaurants all within easy reach. Check out individual sites for description, each has its own personality. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. First listing actually has several options. For large campers/coach/fifth wheelers the area by the tractor shed will be the best. Around the corner there's two other choices both with firepits which will accommodate units up to 40 feet depending on your backing/maneuvering skills. Field of Dreams and Sycamore Ridge will accommodate campers under 25 feet with some backing/maneuvering skills. For those with 4WD and an off-road camper/trailer/tent choose Off the Grid, two entrances for easy access, travel along a logging road to an open site with fire pit. Suitable during dry conditions and not responsible for damage to vehicle or camper. Great spot for those who truly want to be in the woods off the beaten path, site takes about 5 minutes to reach due to low speed access. All sites as mentioned have no toilet/outhouse...for #2 please pack out or dig a hole, no presents needed for me or fellow campers.

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Parson’s Landing

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Madison, MD

Perfect waterfront camping. Flat, open and spacious. Enjoy the fire pit, Picnic table and porta John. Launch kayaks from the shore or bring your boat and launch at boat ramp a few miles away Picturesque sunsets Wildlife/ birders paradise Fishing, crabbing from shore. 20 mins from Cambridge, black water wildlife drive and Harriet Tubman museum 10 mins to Emily’s market 5 mins to slaughter creek marina to Wolford store, Taylor’s island boat ramp and restaurant No water or electricity

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Earthwalk Ways Retreat

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1000 acres · Fredericksburg, VA

We are a Nature Retreat bordering Nature Conservancy land along a tributary and up and down the Rappahannock River. You can hike along the stream down to the river and up and down the river. You can fish and float the river. There are no trails so a moderate level of fitness and comfort in the forest is needed. You can follow the water ways but it is wilderness. Camping there is primitive but available or you can camp or glamp at Earthwalk Ways Retreat. We are also adjacent to a 50 acre farm on the other side of the creek that is available for hiking. There is a reservoir nearby as well. We are in the midst of the suburbs not far from Fredericksburg, which has some great historic and community places of interest. Our facilities are private and we only rent to one or 2 guests at a time. You can glamp in a trailer, or car camp in a nice campground with power and water or you can go primitive and pack in. All spaces include access to our classical 11 circuit labyrinth and backyard gardens where you can enjoy zen rock garden and other contemplative nature crafts. There are some great extra's here as well including an outdoor jacuzzi and indoor infrared sauna and massage chair. These spa features are another great way to get your zen on here. I offer Forest Bathing and individual retreat support sessions, an quarterly sweat lodge and also vision quest support if people would like to experience a solo nature immersion feast.

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Burton Family Farm a place to relax

10 sites · RVs, Tents49 acres · Fredericksburg, VA

Learn more about this land: The Burton Family Farm is a beautiful spot to relax and get in touch with nature. This area is full of history and things to do, Civil War Battlefields, George Washington’s childhood home, Ferry Farm, Mary Washington House, Chatham, Kenmore, Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, Rising Sun Tavern, James Monroe Museum & Memorial Library, Rappahannock Railroad Museum, Chancellorsville Battlefield, Shannon Air Museum, United States National Slavery Museum, within minutes to Rocky Pen Run Reservoir, Motts Run, & not far from the Rappahannock River, local brewery’s, river activities, hiking, biking, visit Fred! Pitch your tent under the beautiful star filled sky! There is a pond, woods, relic hunting, wildlife and lots of fresh air! This is the perfect weekend getaway. We are very close to 95, right of Rt 17, 10 mins to historical Fredericksburg, FRED, 1 hour south of Washington DC, NOVA, 1 hour north of Richmond. RVA, Less than 5 minutes to shopping, gas and restaurants, but you would never know once you are on the farm. Come fall in love with our slice of heaven! We look forward to meeting you!

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Secluded Woodford Cabin/Tenting

2 sites · Lodging2 acres · Woodford, VA

Space is perfect for the overnight stay or biking, hiking and local sites such as Dominion Raceway, Kings Dominion and Meadow farm Event Park with Richmond and Fredericksburg not far away. Space is perfect for bringing your own tent or one of two cabins. There is a fire pit and small kitchen in the garage.

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Sleigh Hill Farm

3 sites · Lodging, Tents100 acres · Caret, VA

This farm currently has 3 sites [soon to be 4] (see below for site details and selection). Be sure you know WHICH site you are booking. Option #1 is a glamp tent with queen bed on a lake, Option #2 is bring your own tent and set up in a beautiful location on the farm, Option #3 enjoying a two-person tent on a large deck overlooking a creek (with large stone patio and fire pit). See all site pics for the current 3 sites below.

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LEONI ISLAND WATERFRONT SITE +MORE

3 sites · RVs, Tents130 acres · Rock Point, MD

FARM ZEN is a family owned land that welcomes all with love and good energy. We hold space for you at our Leoni Island Private Water Front site and our secluded Forest Tree Star Site There are over 100 acres you can explore at your leisure. It will truly feel like you are walking through the forest. Our Tree Star Site is very easy to access with string lights on the trees to enhance your camping experience. The main road leads directly to the Leoni Island waterfront site Learn more about this land: OUR TreeStar & LEONI ISLAND WATER FRONT sites are located only an hour away from DC! Tucked away just off the main trail, TreeStar is an amazing peaceful oasis in the woods. Surrounded by trees, Treestar provides multiple areas were a group of friends or the lone explorer can set up for the night. TreeStar is a great location for Tent Campers and Vehicle Campers. Set up your tent on an open plot or pull your truck or camper directly to the site. Once night settles in don’t forget to look up and gaze at the stars that appear just through the rising treetops. If it’s a cloudy night or you're looking for additional ambiance, you have the option to turn on the battery powered string lights that have been set up throughout the campsite. As an added touch, this time of year you’ll also find seasonal decorations hung through out the trees. This set up gives you the option to glow up the area as a finishing touch with the stars and campfires. campers have the opportunity to roam the campgrounds to the right of the main trail. While exploring you could hike down and visit the original barns to the property, catch a glimpse of the deer living on the property, and hit the main trail that leads down to... Leoni Island!!! our waterfront campsite which has become a Maryland favorite with its amazing view, moving waters. perfect sunsets, some things you just cant put into words. We recommend booking these sites together to experience the best of both worlds. Enjoy and take lots of photos to share, you'll love it. Check out our Instagram for additional photos and videos of @farmzen_

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Elijah's General Store

1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Toddville, MD

Toddville Maryland "The Land That Time Forgot" is a beautiful undeveloped land scape. in its glory days there was a town with everything that you needed that was based on the fishing and crabbing industry today there is still many operations but the majority of the town and homes have been abandoned which has given way to untouched landscape with wild life everywhere. you will have great views of the water ways and wild life with peace and quit and privacy. This camp site is behind our small general store which opens at the end of October 2024 Also the area is prone to regular tides/tidal rise, if there is any major storm off the coast of a full moon roads will get water on them

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THE FARM @ NOEL

3 sites · RVs, Tents127 acres · Lake Caroline, VA

Beautiful rolling hills of the Virginia Piedmont, this farm consists of 127 acres of pasture, cropland, and woodlots ajoining the Castle Glen Winery, and abutting to 650 acres of National Park.Our family seeks to continue improving the land, and thereby visitor experiences by implementing sustainable, regenerative agriculture methods; rotational grazing on pasture, cover-cropping, and managed woodlots. Learn more about this land: 127 acres of rolling hills and pasture abuts to 650 acres of National Battlefield Park, and shares a boundary with Castle Glenn Winery. Terrain is subdivided into several pastures and woodlot. Farm is located in Hanover County, VA; 45 minutes south of Fredericksburg, 35 minutes north of Richmond, 20 minutes north of Ashland, 10 minutes to Kings Dominion Amusement Park, 10 minutes from Meadow Event Park.

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The cozy cottage

2 sites · Lodging, RVs5 acres · Beaverdam, VA

Our 1/2 mile long driveway opens up to our 5 acres cleared & wooded. We are huge on camping and traveling! We live on the property in the main house and have opened up our 2 bedroom cottage and a camper on its own site for guests. Our dream is to have our own mini campground with many options for travelers!

The best camping near Westmoreland State Park guide

Overview

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Spend a few days at this Potomac River retreat and you may want to stay forever. Horsehead Cliffs provide visitors with panoramic views above the river. Fish on the pier underneath an elegant Victorian gazebo. Hunt for fossilized shark teeth along the 1.5 miles of shoreline.

Battle with water birds for the best fish. The Potomac and Rock Spring Pond have plenty of fish for everyone. Find catfish, bream, bass, and crappie in the pond. The park's boathouse can help with bait, supplies, and boat rental for the day.

Expect majestic birds, including bald eagles, ospreys, kingfishers, herons, terns, and gulls, to fish for their dinner, too. Have binoculars handy to see the birds up close.

Seven trails cover 6 miles of the park. The beach trail has stunning views of the Potomac. Travel back in time 200 years with trips to Mount Vernon or Washington DC, with your campsite as a home base.

Around 74 standard and 41 electric campsites await. More than 30 cabins dot the landscape.

Notable campgrounds

Campground A: Offers electric and water hookups, perfect for RVs and close to bathhouse facilities.
Campground B: Provides a more rustic camping experience with fire ring grills and proximity to fishing spots.
Campground C: Ideal for group camping, featuring large sites with tent pads and communal fire-rings.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Book early, as reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance for popular spots.
Consider off-peak times for better availability and a quieter experience.
Keep an eye on cancellations to snag a last-minute reservation.
Explore nearby camping options if your preferred campground is full.

When to go

The best time to visit Westmoreland State Park is from spring to fall when the weather is mild and all facilities are open. Summer offers the full array of programs and water activities. Winter visits can be serene but expect limited services and brisk weather.

Know before you go

Check the weather and park advisories before your trip for any closures or warnings.
Remember, there's limited cell phone service; plan accordingly for communication needs.
Accessibility is a priority; inquire about specific needs or accommodations.
Bring your essentials, as cabins do not provide linens or towels.
Adhere to park rules, including pet policies and firewood regulations to protect the ecosystem.