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Camping in Virginia is just a short drive from Washington, DC and Richmond, VA. Stay in our fully-equipped Lakeside Camp Cottages, Log Cabins or bring your RV or tent. Enjoy your affordable Virginia camping getaway with all the trimmings!
What's Your Wilderness?
An Unforgettable Camping Resort Near Fredericksburg, Virginia
Make this your very own wilderness. Explore our spectacular 600 acre camping resort offering awesome budget-friendly cottages, vintage RVs, RV and tent sites and the most sensational list of affordable, memory making, family orientated activities in central Virginia.
For the adventure seekers, we challenge you to try it all! Kayaking, paddle boarding, paddle boats, hiking, adventure ropes course, disc golf, three swimming pools, tennis and mini golf, Knockerball®, archery lessons, basketball in the gymnasium, and bass boat fishing. If that is not enough, explore the neighboring historic Chancellor and Wilderness battlegrounds, and local breweries and wineries. Visit Fredericksburg’s Old Town, take a day trip to James Madison’s Montpelier or travel the Shenandoah National Park Skyline drive.
Reserve one of our quaint, inexpensive, fully furnished camp cottages or cabins and find all the creature comforts of home. We recommend the Wilderness Presidential Resort for the ever-popular glamping getaways, gramping (yes, it’s a thing - grandparents and grandkids), family vacations, family reunions and wedding celebrations. Pack for a night, a weekend escape or a fun-filled week away. Unwind at leisure or plan your visit around the many exciting annual events like the Wild Roots Music Festival, antique car show, Halloween’s trunk or treat, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year Festivities and so much more.
Camping in Virginia at Wilderness Resort
Rancher Cottages
Premium placement, all the comforts of home including deck overlooking the lake.
Starting at $139 per Night
Whirlpool Rancher
Inviting Rancher with gorgeous views from the hot tub and deck.
Starting at $164 per Night
Two Level Log Cabin
Warm and welcoming with home comforts. Silver Rated by RCI.
Starting at $179 per Night
Vintage RVs - 28'
RV style camping with the convenience of a kitchen and comfort of air conditioning.
Starting at $69 per Night
Lake Side Camp Cottages
Warm and inviting, these cottages offer lake views and lake front access.
Starting at $139 per Night
One Level Log Cabin
Comfortable and convenient. Silver Crown rated by RCI.
Starting at $179 per Night
Vintage RVs - 38'
RV style camping with the convenience of a kitchen and comfort of air conditioning.
Starting at $89 per Night
RVs & Tent Sites
All RV sites offer 30 am electric service and water. Limited availability for sewer equipped.
Starting at $50 per Night
Play With Us
Resort-Style Activities for Every Age and Adventure Level - included at no extra cost with your camp cottage, log cabin or RV lodging fees!
*Many events & activities included with your lodging. Some events & activities may require additional fees.
Visit our Adventure Course for Ropes Courses and Rock Wall Climbing
Ropes Course
Our three pools, include an indoor option for all weather swimming.
Swimming Pools
Stay on target with an archery lesson.
Archery
A festival of music, food trucks and craft beer.
Music Festival
Visit our Adventure Course for Ropes Courses and Rock Wall Climbing
Rock Climbing
Keep the kids outdoors, playing at one of three playgrounds
Play Grounds
Another great way to enjoy your time outdoors.
Disc Golf
Lucky Duck Speakeasy Escape Room. It's the prohibition era, do you have what it takes to solve the murder case?
Escape Room
Our inflatable bubbles give soccer a cool twist.
Knockerball®
Another great way to explore the lake.
Kayaking
Bring your racquets and balls and claim some court time.
Tennis Courts
Pedal power all the way.
Paddle Boats
Our 18-hole Miniature Golf Course is open year round, weather permitting.
Mini Golf
Rent a Jon Boat and fish from one of two well stocked lakes.
Fishing
Classic car enthusiasts gather annually to show off their muscle.
Car Show
Build sandcastles on our beach or fish from the shore.
Beach Time
RESERVE YOUR AMENITIES NOW
Activities are currently only available to members and guests that have overnight reservations.
Indoor and outdoor swimming pools may be open at up to 75% occupancy, if applicable, provided ten feet of physical distance may be maintained between patrons not of the same household. Free swim is allowed.
- Capacity
Paulson Center – Wilderness Pool (big pool) 125 people based on the VDH mathematical calculations
Paulson Center – Indoor Pool 20 people (the 20 people are included in the 125 person limit of the complex) based on the VDH mathematical calculations
Presidential Pool – 80 people base off of 75% occupancy of 107 and VDH mathematical calculations
A swimming pool waiver must be signed prior to using the swimming pools. A copy is available here for your convenience.
Indoor PoolWater AerobicsAdventure ParkEscape RoomFitness RoomGymVisit our Calendar of Events to view our spooktacular Halloween offerings.
To register to hand out Halloween candy at Trunk-or-Treat this year, please visit our SignUpGenius link below. 
Camping In Northern Virginia
Wilderness is Your Virginia Campgrounds!
One of the Best Places to Camp in Virginia
Wilderness Presidential Resort offer camping any way you like it! From our beautiful RV & Tent Sites to our "glamping" (glamorous camping) options in our spacious Log Cabins or our new Lakeside Camp Cottages there's something for every budget and family need. Our lodging options are comfortable & affordable but the icing on the cake is our huge amount of resort activities and events ,many of which are free with your lodging. Another big advantage is our close proximity to some of the best attractions in Virginia for family day trips while staying at Wilderness.
Cabin Rentals Near Washington DC
Wilderness is on of the closest Virginia campgrounds with cabins to Washington DC offering log cabins & lakefront log cabins in addition to our very popular new Lakeside Camp Cottages. Of the campgrounds in Northern Virginia, Wilderness is about 60 miles South of Washington DC and just West of Fredericksburg, VA. If you're looking for one the best places to camp in Virginia and want to rent a log cabin, Wilderness Presidential Resort is hard to beat.
Campgrounds in Northern Virginia
Wilderness Presidential Resort is located in Northern Virginia just West of Fredericksburg, VA. We are a quick drive from anywhere in Northern Virginia, DC or Richmond, VA. Here is a Northern Virginia Campgrounds Map & Directory for more information on NOVA camping options and places to camp in the Virginia mountains.
Camping in Fredericksburg, VA
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WILD ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL - Resumes September 2021
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Your Wilderness Awaits
Book today and plan an unforgettable escape full of fun for you and your entire family.
