Cabins And Lodge
Open year-round for cabin and lodge reservations. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, a 6-night minimum stay is required initially, reducing to 4 nights then 2 nights as the arrival date approaches. The rest of the year requires a 2-night minimum. Check-in is 4 p.m., check-out is 10 a.m.
About
James River State Park in Buckingham County preserves a scenic stretch of the James River and portions of the historic Kanawha Canal route. The park's cabin and lodge accommodations provide a comfortable base for exploring 20+ miles of trails, including 15 miles designed for equestrian use. Two-bedroom cabins sleep up to 6 guests with one bathroom, three-bedroom cabins accommodate up to 8 with two bathrooms, and the six-bedroom lodges can host up to 16 people with three bathrooms. All accommodations include a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishes, and cookware. Wood-burning fireplaces provide ambiance and supplemental heat. Guests enjoy wrap-around decks furnished with rocking chairs overlooking the forest. Universally accessible units are available: Cabins 11 and 18, and Lodges 5 and 16 offer wheelchair accessibility. Pets are permitted for an additional $20 per pet per night. The park features excellent river access for fishing and paddling, with boat rentals available seasonally. A visitor center operates daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free boat launching is available for overnight guests. The Red Oak Campground's bathhouse and dump station are available to cabin guests if needed.
Directions
From US-60 in Buckingham County, take Route 605 (James River Road) north approximately 7 miles to the park entrance at 104 Green Hill Drive, Gladstone, VA 24553.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $90 - $427 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (800) 933-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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