Peaks Of Otter Campground, Blue Ridge Parkway, VA

Peaks Of Otter Campground is part of Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia (47 min northeast of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 2,617 feet. There are a total of 141 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. 54 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 101 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. There is a fee of $20.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, general store, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.

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Campsite Reviews (107)

4.1 out of 5

5 star		49%
4 star		25%
3 star		11%
2 star		6%
1 star		5%

@MelanieS829936 · Camped on Sep 21, 2024 at Campsite #A19

This campground off the Blue Ridge Parkway is a gem! My site (A19) was spacious and well-separated, with a clean picnic table and fire pit. I stayed in my van, but the tent pad was perfectly flat. For my fellow van-lifers, the driveway was paved and level; however, I wished it were a bit longer so I could back up further from the road. Just a heads up: this site is right next to a path leading to the Sharp Top Store. There's also a lovely trail connecting the campground to a paved path surrounding the lake. Dont forget to bring a good lantern, as the bathrooms were unlit but well-maintained. If you're feeling lazy like I was, you can get a $15 van ride that takes you close to the Sharp Top summit. Overall, this was a great campground for a relaxing nature getaway.

@TimothyM325903 · Camped on Sep 9, 2024 at Campsite #T38

It would be nice to have lights in the bathroom.

@LouiseE7517881 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #T5

Clean restrooms and a well-maintained campground.

@EmilyT1326398 · Camped on Aug 31, 2024 at Campsite #B14

Peaks of Otter is a good campground. Camp store is quite small but they do have some essentials (firewood and firestarters were all we needed). The bathroom got a little messy and ran out of toilet paper while we were there (it was Labor Day Weekend). The campground was clean and mostly quiet. There is no utility sink or place to dump waste water from dishes. Campsite B14 is a good site. It's very close to the bathroom but not so close that the light is bothersome. You do see a lot of campers on their way to the bathroom but that's OK. The spot for your tent is perfectly level. The site has a table, fire ring, and bear box. There is plenty of shade. I do not think you could fit more than one tent at this site unless they were small backpacking tents.

@AliceB34692F69 · Camped on Aug 27, 2024 at Campsite #A18

Our campsite was lovely! We were located fairly close to the bathrooms. We could hear loud vehicles from the highway, but that didn't keep several deer from wandering close by. The bathrooms were vintage and without lights, but adequate. The yard crew descended on our camping loop around 7:30 the next morning. I know they were just doing what had to be done, but it was unfortunate.

@LaurensT304082 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #T51

Steps mentioned in earlier review are repaired and appear new. Site somewhat unlevel but it is with a dip in the middle so good positioning means level is not a problem. Very nice campground. Under utilized when we were there in August. Fully shaded site.

@TomJ6621357560 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #A7

Lovely campground. I use a tent, and the pad was flat and held stakes well. Campground is wooded and beautiful. Lots of deer. Bear boxes everywhere. The Sharp top mountain trail (ascending to the Peaks of Otter) was practically attached to the campground. My only advice is to select your site as far away from the road, as there was some traffic noise in the night. Staff was really helpful when I checked in.

@KennethW7A35BA · Camped on Jul 27, 2024 at Campsite #A14

This is a great campground and glad to have found it. So far sites have been easy to reserve and it hasnt been too crowded. The tent side is much quieter without any generators allowed.

@VictoriaS57100 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #T33

Peaks of Otter campground is a hidden gem along the Blue Ridge Mountains! The campground was quiet, despite it being a summer weekend, and walking distance to so many beautiful hikes and sights. The campsite host Stanley and his coworker were accommodating, knowledgeable about the area, and super friendly. We will be back!

@JackM3712712 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #B43

Beautiful campground. Water pressure low so toilets wouldnt flush.

@RileyH23BD7653 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #B18

When arriving the ranger helped us find our spot and showed us some trails nearby. Our campsite was easily accessible and nicely placed. It is definitely near wildlife and right off the parkway. The bathroom were nice, along with our fire pit. Definitely recommend!

@DavidH4978786 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #T7

One of the most beautiful areas in Virginia, Peaks of Otter campground is one of our favorites. Rangers were helpful and the bathroom was clean.

@JacalynT6A7C23 · Camped on Jun 20, 2024 at Campsite #T12

Beautiful shady RV site.

@AustinK1021351 · Camped on Jun 14, 2024 at Campsite #A22

Site A22. Near level and close to the bathroom, but the parking pad is right next to the adjacent camp site parking.

@CornelCCC44D76 · Camped on Oct 27, 2023 at Campsite #A15

execellent place, and beautiful nature around

@LaurenM8658949 · Camped on Oct 26, 2023 at Campsite #B34

Great campground. Sites are close to each other (if that's important to you.) Felt safe as a solo/female camper. Convenient location, nearby lodge, trails, camp store, and visitor center; all while maintaining a pretty "remote" feel.

@MatthewS683247 · Camped on Oct 26, 2023 at Campsite #T12

The views around the lake and from the top of the mountain can't be beat. The campground is quiet and comfortable. We stayed during peak leaf season and there were plenty of sites available.

@BrandonC112819 · Camped on Oct 25, 2023 at Campsite #T8

Not a good campground. Spots are very small, which is typical of the old CCC built campgrounds but this one is different. I was in spot T08, rated for RVs, and my 12-foot teardrop camper barely fit. Any bigger and you'd be blocking the road. Also there's no little trails to the restrooms. I've never seen that at a campground before. Unless you're spot is the one right next to the restrooms, then you have no access without walking through that person's site (not advised). Otherwise, Ranger at check-in was very nice. Nearby lake is very pretty. Good basecamp if you want to summit the mountains.

@GordonM3CC6FDF · Camped on Oct 25, 2023 at Campsite #T3

Nice and quiet due to the end of the season. We enjoyed our time very much.

@CassidyBFB9B38 · Camped on Oct 21, 2023 at Campsite #A15

This is a great location! You are right next to the Sharp Top trailhead, three other great hikes, and the Peaks of Otter Visitor Center. The staff at check-in were friendly and the bathrooms were clean and stocked. We car-camped to catch the fall leaves - but fall also means falling acorns all night long! Amazing experience, I'm sure I'll be back!

@EricS9323236 · Camped on Oct 20, 2023 at Campsite #B18

Micromanagement by the worst Rangers. Literally, the two on duty could not go by the campsite without giving some kind of remark. The annual family camping trip to this campground (for several years) used to be relaxing. Felt more like prison thanks to the two on duty!

@LeeAnnPDA77EFF · Camped on Sep 28, 2023 at Campsite #B18

Great staff and ranger

@DanT5496337 · Camped on Sep 28, 2023 at Campsite #B19

The campground was good. Staff was great. The lodge next door was convenient. We did see a bear. He walked right thru our campsite. It was around 10:00am the next morning just after we packed up and was getting ready to leave.

@RosemaryDF5631 · Camped on Sep 27, 2023 at Campsite #T37

Couldnt choose any rating below already entered 5 stars I wanted to rate it two stars. Sites very small and not even close to level. No easy way to get to bathroom and the water spigot; had to walk way around! Most sites, had to walk either up or down steps to get to the picnic table. No wood for sale on site, had to drive to separate store off site. I do not recommend unless you are desperate and can get a site near the restroom and water spigot.

@DavidS3927304 · Camped on Sep 15, 2023 at Campsite #A34

nice older camp ground no showers look like they are starting to fix some of the sights, could use larger parking. we did the natural bridge and the cravens

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