Welcome to Chesapeake
Your Chesapeake camping trip is a true choose-your-own-adventure experience! Head downtown for historical sites like the Virginia Civil War Trails, catch a show at Harrison Opera House, or combine the outdoors with entertainment by listening to the symphony at Chesapeake City Park. Go fishing, hiking, or boating at the awe-inspiring Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, home to essential wildlife habitat. Or, venture out from campgrounds near Chesapeake to visit Northwest River Park, where activity options range from disc golf and volleyball to paddle boating and biking.
Top Campgrounds near Chesapeake, Virginia
North Bay Shore Campground
15 milesVirginia Beach, VA
If you're looking for a nature focused getaway without all the hustle and bustle of highways and loud cities, look no further than North Bay Shore Campground. You'll be surrounded by Back Bay National
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Fishing
- Boat Launch
- Arcade
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Surfside at Sandbridge RV Resort
18 milesVirginia Beach, VA
A stay at Surfside offers a community feel and excellent views. Walk over to the beach for a beautiful sunrise, and later on venture to the back of the resort where you have one of the few unobstructe
- Waterfront
- Fishing
- Boat Launch
- Playground
- Basketball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Special Events
Sun Outdoors Cape Charles
42 milesCape Charles, VA
Sun Outdoors Cape Charles is often considered the best family camping resort in the Mid-Atlantic region! At Cape Charles you'll find over 300 acres of natural waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay with ove
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Alcohol Available
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Bike Rental
- Boat Launch
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Paddle Boat
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Horseshoes
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Pedal Cart
- Special Events
Sun Retreats New Point
43 milesNew Point, VA
Experience life by the water and enjoy everything the Chesapeake Bay has to offer when you stay at Sun Retreats New Point. This family-friendly resort offers RV camping sites and tent camping sites, a
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Boat Launch
- Arcade
- Paddle Boat
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Laser Tag
- Basketball
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Pedal Cart
Anvil Campground
49 milesWilliamsburg, VA
Visit historic Anvil Campground for your next vacation! We are the closest Williamsburg RV park to all the nearby attractions: Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Water Country USA, Colonial Williamsburg, Jam
'24- Pool
- Dog Park
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Playground
- Basketball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Snack Stand
- Laundry
Sun Retreats Gwynn's Island
53 milesGwynn, VA
Situated on the tip of historic Gwynn's Island, this Virginia recreation destination offers both oceanfront and wooded campsites for RV and tent campers. Come get in touch with your nautical side. Spe
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Fishing
- Golf Cart Rental
- Playground
- Basketball
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Pavilion
Cross Rip Campground
58 milesDeltaville, VA
Cross Rip is a beautiful, "old school" campground located on the Chesapeake Bay. They offer RV and tent camping from April to November. Enjoy relaxing on the private beach, fishing in their freshwater
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- Dump Station
River's Rest Marina & Resort
58 milesCharles City, VA
River’s Rest Marina & Resort is located in Charles City, VA on the beautiful Chickahominy River. This 16.5 acre family-friendly travel destination is conveniently located near the historic triangle an
- Waterfront
- Boat Launch
- Restaurant
- Ice Cream
- Laundry
Riverside Camp and Marina
60 milesLanexa, VA
Riverside Camp and Marina are located on the beautiful Chickahominy River, in Lanexa, VA. Offering a peaceful night stay in a variety of deluxe and basic cabins, they have all your lodging needs cover
- Waterfront
- Boat Launch
- Bathrooms
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Laundry
Cashie River Treehouses and Campground
64 milesWindsor, NC
Nestled along the Cashie River, the treehouses are a perfect place to relax and enjoy the awesome views and sounds of nature. Whether you're in a heightened treehouse, or a bit closer to the ground at
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Fishing
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Laundry
- Pavilion
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