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Open for camping. Developed sites with hookups operate from the first Friday in March through the first Monday in December annually. Primitive riverside sites are open year-round.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 7:24PM EDT until July 22 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of North Carolina, including the following counties, Caswell, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin and Virginia, including the following counties, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Buckingham, Campbell, Charlotte, Franklin, Halifax, Henry, Patrick and Pittsylvania. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving cold front combined with an upper level disturbance will bring widespread heavy rain to the region. Rain will sometimes be torrential and could cause urban, small stream, or flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
James River State Park sits along three miles of the historic James River in Virginia's Blue Ridge foothills. The 1,561-acre park offers both developed and primitive camping options with amenities ranging from full-hookup sites with bathhouses to secluded riverside tent camping. The park features 22 miles of multi-use trails suitable for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The campground provides access to exceptional river recreation including canoe-in camping, fishing from a wheelchair-accessible pier, and two boat launches. A visitor center with gift shop and natural playground serves park guests. As a certified International Dark Sky Park since 2019, the location offers outstanding stargazing opportunities away from light pollution. Developed sites include water and electric hookups with a full-service bathhouse featuring hot showers and coin laundry. Each site has a fire ring grill and picnic table. The equestrian campground offers pull-through sites with covered horse stalls. Primitive campgrounds provide year-round riverside tent camping with basic restroom facilities.
Directions
From U.S. 60 West, turn right onto Route 605 at the James River Bridge. Travel seven miles, then turn left onto Route 606. Park entrance is at 104 Green Hill Drive, Gladstone, VA 24553.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (434) 933-4355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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