Hungry Mother State Park Yurts

Closed — Camp Burson yurts are open from the first Monday in March through the first Sunday in December. Royal Oak yurt operates from April 1 through October 31. Currently closed for the season and will reopen in spring 2026.

About

Hungry Mother State Park, one of Virginia's original six state parks established in 1936, offers three recreational yurts that provide a unique camping experience. Two yurts are located in Camp Burson campground and one in Royal Oak campground. Each yurt accommodates up to four people and sleeps three with one queen-sized bed and a twin-sized trundle pull-out. The spacious yurts include a sofa, chair, coffee table, and dining table on a large wooden deck with a picnic table and fire ring with cooking grate. The yurts have no interior electricity, water, or lighting, though the Camp Burson yurts have an electrical pedestal and water hydrant nearby. Guests use the campground bathhouse located a short walk from the sites. This setup offers campers a middle ground between tent camping and cabin stays, with weather protection and basic furnishings while maintaining an outdoor camping atmosphere. The park itself features a beautiful 108-acre lake in the heart of the mountains, with a sandy swimming beach, boat rentals, fishing pier, over 17 miles of hiking trails, and interpretive programs. The park's Civilian Conservation Corps heritage is evident in the historic structures throughout the property.

Directions

From Interstate 81, take Exit 47. Travel approximately one mile on Route 11 toward Marion. Turn right on Route 16 north and travel four miles to the park. For Camp Burson yurts, the campground is visible on the right off Park Boulevard before reaching the main entrance. For Royal Oak yurt, register at the Discovery Center at the main park entrance.

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