Best camping near Yale
28 campgrounds · 28 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Yale, Virginia — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 28 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Camping Area A
Good
59.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Hot day · high 96°F· No active weather warnings
Located in Virginia, the camping area offers stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains. The area is surrounded by hiking trails, fishing spots, and a lake perfect for swimming…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 5.0★ from 1 review
87Elite
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#2
Chippokes Plantation State Park
Good
36.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Chippokes Plantation State Park in Virginia offers a beautiful camping experience with stunning views of the historic James River. The area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
82Elite
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#3
Chickahominy Riverfront Park
Good
37.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Chickahominy Riverfront Park in Virginia offers a scenic camping experience. The park has 161 campsites, with some located right on the riverfront. It is a first-come-first-serve…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
82Elite
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#4
Hammock Camp
Good
42.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Hammock Camp, located in the state of Virginia, is a picturesque camping area that offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides well-maintained…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
82Elite
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#5
Pocahontas State Park
Good
40.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Hot day · high 98°F· No active weather warnings
Pocahontas State Park is a popular camping destination located in Chesterfield, Virginia. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' camping experience. With…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
81Elite
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#6
Richmond RV Camp Military
Good
41.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Hot day · high 98°F· No active weather warnings
Richmond RV Camp Military camping area, located in the state of Virginia, offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides full hook-up sites…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
81Elite
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#7
Merchants Millpond State Park
Good
43.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Merchants Millpond State Park in North Carolina offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Nestled in the heart of the state, this camping area boasts a variety of…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
81Elite
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#8
Ed Allen's
Good
44.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Ed Allen’s Campground in Lanexa, Virginia, offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended, especially in peak season. Fees apply and vary by…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
81Elite
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#9
Kings Creek - Cheatham Annex Military
Good
49.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Kings Creek – Cheatham Annex Military Campground in Virginia offers established campsites for active duty, retirees, and DoD civilians (no dispersed camping). Reservations are…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
81Elite
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#10
Fort Eustis Military
Good
44.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Fort Eustis Military RV Park in Virginia offers established campsites exclusively for military ID card holders. Reservations are required and can be made through the Fort Eustis…
Why 80: live conditions (good)
80Elite
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#11
Camp Willow Springs
Good
41.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Camp Willow Springs is a beautiful campground located in North Carolina. The surrounding views are stunning, including rolling hills and lush forests. There are many nearby…
Why 79: live conditions (good)
79Top-rated
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#12
Newport News Park Boy Scout Primitive Camping
Good
47.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Newport News Park Boy Scout Primitive Camping is a fantastic camping area located in Newport News, Virginia. The campground offers a range of amenities to make your stay…
Why 80: live conditions (good)
80Elite
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#13
Newport News Park campground - A Loop
Good
47.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Newport News Park Campground - A Loop is a fantastic camping area located in Newport News, Virginia. This picturesque campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 80: live conditions (good)
80Elite
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#14
Newport News City Park
Good
47.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Newport News City Park camping area, located in Newport News, Virginia, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. This well-maintained campground provides spacious and…
Why 80: live conditions (good)
80Elite
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#15
Newport News Park campground - B Loop
Good
47.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Newport News Park Campground - B Loop is a picturesque camping area located in Newport News, Virginia. This beautiful campground offers several amenities to make your camping…
Why 80: live conditions (good)
80Elite
Camping near Yale
The Yale area has 28 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Yale
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.