Pocahontas State Park is Virginia’s largest and one of the most visited state parks. It’s great for camping and mountain biking. You can learn about the CCC. Note: this post is a significant update from our original Pocahontas State Park review from 2011. It’s fun to revisit some of the places we camped when we…
We enjoyed a visit to Good Luck Cellars in Kilmarnock VA. Good Luck Cellars creates tasty wine. With 14 varieties available, you’re sure to find one you like. We visited Good Luck Cellars on a beautiful day in June. We were camping at Belle Isle State Park and wanted to try a nearby winery. Good…
Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s newest state park. Located in Gloucester, VA, Machicomoco is a gathering place and provides info about the people who lived here. Machicomoco Overview Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s 40th park. It was dedicated April 16, 2021. The campground opened two weeks later. The name means a special meeting place. While…
North Bend Campground is a large park in Virginia on the shore of beautiful Kerr Lake, a large, clear lake on the border of Virginia and North Carolina. North Bend Campground Overview North Bend Park is located near Boydton, VA and is about 20 miles from South Hill, VA. It’s a great place to relax…
Powhatan State Park is a great campground on the James River. Bike, kayak or hike – it’s a great place to relax and enjoy the woods and water. Powhatan State Park Overview Powhatan State Park is a 1,500 acre park built along the banks of the James River. The park was created with a purchase…
How can you find the best campsite for your next adventure? Our 9 Steps to Finding a Great RV Campsite will help you find and book the perfect site. RV Campsite Step 1: Determine Where You Are Going The first step in finding a campground is knowing where you want to go. Take a minute…
York River State Park is a great day use park on the York River. Close to Williamsburg Virginia, it’s a nice place to enjoy a hike or ride in the woods. York River State Park Overview York River State Park has been in operation since 1980. The site of a former plantation, the park provides…
Westmoreland State Park is a great campground on the Potomac River. It’s a nice place to enjoy a hike in the woods. You may even find a fossil shark tooth. Westmoreland State Park Overview Westmoreland State Park has been in operation since 1936 when Virginia opened its first six state parks at the same time….
We enjoyed a visit to SummerWind Vineyard in Smithfield VA. SummerWind creates tasty wine and yummy food served in a pleasant atmosphere. On a beautiful day in late October, we stopped by SummerWind for lunch and a wine tasting. It was a great choice. When you first arrive at SummerWind, it may not seem grand…
First Landing State Park is a great park and campground on the beach in Virginia Beach, VA. It’s a great place to enjoy the woods and water. First Landing State Park Overview First Landing State Park is built on the site where the Jamestown Settlers first landed in North America before moving up the James…