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RV Destinations | Virginia
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Fort Chiswell RV Campground, Max Meadows
This excellent campground is a great place to stay during a trip to Virginia. Visitors will find that this campground has plenty of hook up sites. In addition the site has many wonderful onsite amenities, including a pool, wi-fi and more. While enjoying your time at the Fort Chiswell RV Campground, visitors can also explore nearby New River State Park, as well as the historic town of Wytheville. Make sure to reserve your spot ahead of time using the online reservation system. Check availability.
Rainbow Acres Campground, King & Queen County
Located on the Mattaponi River, Rainbow Acres Campground is an excellent destination for families. This campground is located near to Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, the Stratford Hall Plantation and much more. Rainbow Acres is also great for those that enjoy water sports, as well as attending fun local festivals, including the Urbanna Oyster Festival and the West Point Crab Carnival. Visitors should be sure to use the convenient online reservation system to secure their spot ahead of time. Check availability.
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Destinations
Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is an amazing living history museum in the historic town of Williamsburg. There are over 30 sites, as well as shops and tours. Visitors can enjoy learning all about the colonial era in Williamsburg. After enjoying the living history in the town, families can stop at Busch Gardens, which has fun rides for children and adults. Some of the rides are tame and others provide top rated thrills. The park is also known for its beautiful grounds.
New River Trail State Park
This state park is a great Virginia hiking destination. New River Trail State Park is over 50 miles long and follows a former railroad. In addition, the trail also follows the New River for almost 40 miles. The New River Trail State Park is a great destination for hiking, biking, boating, fishing an much more.
Sky Meadows State Park
Sky Meadows State Park is a popular destination for night sky viewing, as well as plenty of day time recreation. The park is located on the eastern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and its relatively remote location helps to limit the light pollution and accentuate the night sky. At Sky Meadows State Park groups come together to host stargazing events. Even astronomers come here to host presentations on the night sky.Visitors have excellent access to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Appalachian Trail, and is a good spot for hiking, fishing and more.
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park is 105 miles long, and it stretches from Front Royal to Waynesboro-Charlottesville. The Skyline Drive, the scenic drive through the park, is a fabulous way to enjoy the beautiful park. Shenandoah's visitor centers have plenty of fascinating exhibits, and the park has plenty of hiking opportunities. There are over 500 miles of trails, and much of the parks 196,000 acres are open to backcountry camping, nature viewing and more. Old Rag Mountain is also in Shenandoah National park, which happens to be a very popular, challenging and dangerous hike, great for the more adventurous hikers.
Chincoteague and Assateague Islands
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge on Assateague Island located in Virginia and Maryland, is a bird watchers paradise. It was established in 1943 as a refuge for birds, primarily snow geese, but it is home to many species of birds and wildlife. It is also home to the famous Chincoteague Ponies. In addition to being close to the wildlife refuge, Chincoteague Island has many of its own charms. Visitors can enjoy their vacation exploring the beaches, marshes and forests of the wildlife refuge or exploring the local shops on Chincoteague Island. Scenic Chincoteague has many opportunities to hike, bike and boat, you can also go crabbing or clamming. The town also offers pony rides on real Chincoteague Ponies.
