Otter Creek Campground, Blue Ridge Parkway, Big Island, VA

Otter Creek Campground is part of Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia (33 min northwest of Lynchburg, VA) with an elevation of 797 feet. There are a total of 69 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of October. 23 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. There is a fee of $20.00 per night.

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Campsite Reviews (87)

4.5 out of 5

5 star		62%
4 star		25%
3 star		7%
2 star		1%
1 star		1%

@myagFBA93ABDF6 · Camped on Aug 20, 2023 at Campsite #9

very nice campground on the parkway, we loved that our site was right by the creek where we found lots of crawdads and salamanders. otter lake and the james river are both only a few miles away on the parkway which was really lovely. no cell service at the campground but i had service at both otter lake and the james river visitor center area. very quiet and wooded, but the sites along the creek are somewhat close to the parkway, though we didnt have any problems with that (a few groups of motorcycles went by in the morning but that was the only time it was noticable). the camp hosts were kind and helpful and rangers were around as well. no firewood for sale at the campground but we went into town a few miles up the road from the parkway to get some. lots of kindling around to be gathered though. we had a lovely time!

@KimC2311597 · Camped on Aug 15, 2023 at Campsite #1

The sites were private. Campground was clean and the Rangers were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond for us. They were wonderful

@CarlM7183155 · Camped on Aug 9, 2023 at Campsite #64

Very nice campground! Host were very friendly and helpful!

@SalvatoreD5F58 · Camped on Aug 8, 2023 at Campsite #32

nice quiet campground

@MikeW4539708 · Camped on Aug 3, 2023 at Campsite #9

The night I reserved for camping it was raining heavy all day long. I could not get a refund on my fee. There should be an exception on refunds for bad weather.

@DonaldS2271497 · Camped on Jul 28, 2023 at Campsite #9

Great Wilderness campsite. Peaceful and private. Clean facilities too.

@LindaWF7F74260 · Camped on Jul 21, 2023 at Campsite #6

The campsite was quiet! Had a nice relaxing evening!We were also visited by the campground volunteers they were very welcoming and friendly!

@BrittonW63B954 · Camped on Jul 1, 2023 at Campsite #50

Probably a great location in the fall. Very hot in the summer.

@BradleyS383140 · Camped on Jun 12, 2023 at Campsite #53

So quiet. I'm told weekend are busy though. Great hike, sorry and not step for FL folks.

@EmmaV29E47F36F · Camped on Jun 9, 2023 at Campsite #19

We had a campsite right near the bathroom path, so we didn’t really have neighbors. Bathrooms are cleaned daily it seemed. Campground host was kind and told us where to get firewood. It was 5 minutes away. Go to the bridge near the James river visitors center. Drive up and down the parkway! Stop at every pull off (there aren’t many). Tent pad was also nice and dry.

@HerbD157EDB399 · Camped on May 26, 2023 at Campsite #67

Wonderful Campground. Always enjoyed my camping experience at otter Creek Campground. Great Ranger and host.

@RobertA1820332 · Camped on May 26, 2023 at Campsite #13

This has become a Memorial Day tradition to camp here. Clean bathrooms and campsites. Beautiful area. The only issue we had this time was the campsite was covered in about a foot of leaves we had to clear. Luckily, the campers next to us went a purchased a leaf rake they let us borrow. Can't beat the Blue Ridge Mountains!

@ScottF5762481 · Camped on Oct 28, 2022 at Campsite #60

A very nice little campground. Wonderful overnight stay on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Next time we will plan for a longer stay!

@MaryK8503295 · Camped on Oct 22, 2022 at Campsite #53

Arrived at sunset. Easy to set up camp

@LauraS4657948 · Camped on Oct 20, 2022 at Campsite #2

There are a number of hikes in the area, including along the Otter Creek and a loop trail around Otter Creek. The James River Visitor Center also has picnic tables and two short hikes. The Peaks of Otter area, about 30 miles away, has hikes with greater elevation changes. Some of the campground sites, both reservable and walk up, are directly on the creek. Most of the sites are flat and wooded. The campground does not sell firewood, but allowable firewood is available within a miles at the H&H Exxon station in Big Island, VA. There are no showers at the campground, and the restrooms are quite old and rundown.

@VernonL1194837 · Camped on Oct 17, 2022 at Campsite #53

Camped here for one evening as we were traveling the BRP from mile post 1 to the end (or so we hoped). Our spot was wonderful, and very private. We backed up to a small creek and could only see the person to our left. Beautiful this time of year, and almost no one else in the campground. The restrooms were clean, warm and well lit when the motion lights were on - but bring a flashlight if you er... need to stay a while :)

@LacyS5298505 · Camped on Oct 14, 2022 at Campsite #37

We had a quick weekend getaway and this was our first time staying at Otter Creek. The experience was delightful from start to finish. It was easy to select and book our site, the park ranger on duty was very friendly and helpful, and our camp site was beautiful. Not too close to neighbors. Bathroom facilities were very clean. Everyone there was polite and respectful. Lots of great hiking and sights very nearby!

@RobertV7482587 · Camped on Oct 7, 2022 at Campsite #12

This was a clean and quite campground.

@RonH8064686 · Camped on Oct 3, 2022 at Campsite #64

Love the campground and the visitor center area

@LauraN1623441 · Camped on Sep 17, 2022 at Campsite #32

Awesome campground. Sites are well-spaced, the trees are lovely and plentiful, and the spider population in the ladies' bathroom was something like three measly daddy-longlegs in the corners - in late September ! Couldn't ask for fewer spiders than that.

@catherine10371 · Camped on Sep 14, 2022 at Campsite #14

We were drawn to this campsite due to its proximity to the Appalachian Trail! I had no idea that we would spend more time on the Otter Creek Trail that started right next to our campground! We were able to make trips to the local H&H Mart for firewood and ice. We will definitely be back!

@KeithM360 · Camped on Oct 29, 2021 at Campsite #36

Very handy having the campground on the Blue Ridge Parkway and close to Lynchburg city. Bummer is not having Internet. It is nice having level camping areas (as opposed to Peaks of Otter campsite) and a handy comfort station. One reason for not giving a 5 star rating was the poor condition of the bench seats which were quite rotted wood (site 0037) and the poor condition of the fire grate. Fortunately my friend had site 036 just across the road. It would be great if the fire grates could be leveled easily for frying/cooking. Next year I will look at taking some rocks or sticks of wood to put under the fire pit rim to provide some leveling. Staff were very accommodating and it was a good experience. The restroom (comfort station) was clean when I arrived :).

@GlennB985 · Camped on Oct 24, 2021 at Campsite #57

The camp host was nice to us, BUT the park ranger was a major JERK! I stopped at the checkin booth and the ranger was not in. I head someone holler at me from across the campground (What do you want?) That was the park ranger in his pickup. That is NOT the way to talk to park guest! I asked him about how to approach dump station with my camper and his response was (YOU MAKE A MESS, YOU CLEAN IT UP!!) My wife said he's an ass, lets go! This is a major reason my wife and I drive to North Carolina to camp as the rangers and such are MUCH friendlier and act like they want you you there!

@JamesL738 · Camped on Oct 23, 2021 at Campsite #52

Beverly, the host, is the BEST ... Loved the campground and loved the site I had.

@JamesC929 · Camped on Oct 22, 2021 at Campsite #42

Ended up leaving the same day we arrived giving up two nights that we had reserved. Multiple people walked right through our campsite regardless of our tent. The bench on our table wasn't screwed in so it would fall off when sitting. We recently purchased a new "glamping" tent which is 10x14. We called before we came to confirm it would fit but ended up with a 10x10 pad. This wouldn't have been that big of a problem but the pad was in poor condition so the rim was extra high and sharp. After setting up camp and hanging out for a few hours, decided it wasn't worth our time with all the people just wandering into our site. The whole point of camping is to get away from crowds, not pay to sleep in it. Just my opinion from a spoiled rockies camper.

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