Top Ten Places to Camp on the James River

Whether you paddle, boat, bike or drive, here are some great places to spend a night under the stars within a stone’s throw of the James.

For more information about overnight camping trips on the James, see our guide.

1. James River State Park, Buckingham County
2. Primitive Canoe-in Camping on Most Islands in Upper and Middle James - See our river maps
3. Breeden’s Bottom Arcadia Campground, Botetourt County
4. Chickahominy Riverfront Park, James City County
5. Chippokes Plantation State Park, Surry County
6. Yogi Bear’s Camp NBR, Natural Bridge Station
7. James River Runner’s Campground, Albemarle County   
8. Wilderness Canoe Company Campground, Natural Bridge
9. James River Reeling and Rafting Campground, Albemarle County
10. Horseshoe Flats Campground, Scottsville