Kings Dominion is one of the most popular amusement parks in Virginia, and for good reason. It has over 60 rides and attractions, including roller coasters, water rides, and shows. If you’re planning a camping or RV trip to Kings Dominion, we have compiled a list of RV parks within a short drive of the amusement park.
Kings Dominion is an amusement park located in Doswell, Virginia, 20 miles north of Richmond and 75 miles south of Washington, D.C. The park is open from late spring to early fall, and has its own waterpark, Soak City. In addition to rides and attractions, Kings Dominion also has a number of live entertainment options, including shows, and concerts.
There are a number of great campgrounds and RV parks within a short drive of the park. Here are a few of the best:
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- Camp Wilderness KOA (Richmond North / Kings Dominion KOA Holiday)
- Fredericksburg / Washington, D.C South KOA Holiday
- Americamps RV Resort
- Hidden Acres Family Campground
- Champ’s Camp RV Park
- Pocahontas State Park
- River Bend Campground
- Rainbow Acres Campground
- R&D Family Campground
Campgrounds Near Kings Dominion
1. Camp Wilderness KOA (Richmond North / Kings Dominion KOA Holiday)
Camp Wilderness is Kings Dominion’s official campground. From spacious RV sites, to pop-up tent sites and deluxe cabins, the Kings Dominion KOA is the campground closest to the amusement park. Guests can either drive to the park or take the complimentary shuttle from the RV park to the amusement park. Additional campground features include:
- Concrete and level RV sites
- Pull-through and back-in RV sites available
- Deluxe RV sites with patio available
- Free WiFi
- Fire Rings
- Full hook-ups
- 30 or 50 Amp at RV sites
- Bathhouses and showers near tent camp sites
- Camp store
- Swimming Pool
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2. Fredericksburg / Washington, D.C South KOA Holiday
Located 30 miles north of Kings Dominion, near the charming town of Fredericksburg, Virginia, the Fredericksburg / Washington, D.C South KOA Holiday is great camping spot for those visiting the metro D.C. area, touring all the charming downtown of historic Fredericksburg, VA, and those looking for some thrills at Kings Dominion. Standout amenities include:
- Fishing
- Bike Rentals
- 95′ Max Length
- WiFi & Cable TV
- Kamp K9
- Full hook-ups
- 30 or 50 Amp at RV sites
- Bathhouses and showers near tent camp sites
- Propane available onsite
- Swimming Pool (seasonal late May – early September)
3. Americamps RV Resort
Americamps RV Resort is located approximately 11 miles south of Kings Dominion and 16 miles from the center of downtown Richmond, Virginia. The RV resort, with pop-up tent sites available, is a great place to stay if you’re visiting all of the areas attractions including Historic Richmond, the Richmond Raceway Complex, Kings Dominion, or regional Civil War battlefields and museums. Conveniently adjacent to Interstate 95, Americamps is open year-round with 184 full hook-up sites – 105 pull-through and 79 back-in sites – surrounded by a list of amenities including:
- Fishing
- Bike Rentals
- 95′ Max Length
- WiFi & Cable TV
- Kamp K9
- Full hook-ups
- 30 or 50 Amp at RV sites
- Bathhouses and showers near tent camp sites
- Propane available onsite
- Swimming Pool (seasonal late May – early September)
4. Hidden Acres Family Campground
If you’re looking to camp in an area removed from the hustle and bustle of the interstate and in a more secluded, wooded area then we suggest Hidden Acres Family Campground near Bowling Green, Virginia. Within a less than 25 minute drive from Kings Dominion, Hidden Acres offers all the family-friendly amenities to keep you and your family busy when not visiting all of the region’s historical sites, golf courses, or the amusement park. This campground seems to have it all featuring:
- Mini-golf
- Hot Tub
- Clubroom
- Game Room
- Laundry
- Full hook-ups
- 2 Playgrounds
- Campfires permitted
- Propane pump station onsite
- Firewood and Ice for sale
- Basketball, Volleyball, and horseshoe courts
- Swimming Pool
5. Champ’s Camp RV Park
If you’re visiting the region, and you’re an active duty or retired military, then we suggest staying at Champ’s Camp RV Park. Located minutes away from downtown Bowling Green, Virginia and only a 23 mile drive from the amusement park, Champ’s is perfect for those that love the outdoors. The campground offers 30 first-come, first-served RV sites – 8 pull-through and 22 back-in sites. Hiking trails and a pond with a boat ramp are within walking distance from this RV park, as well as:
- 20/30/50 Amp electrical
- Full hook-up sites
- Picnic table (each site)
- Limited WiFi
- Open year-round
- Adjacent to Fort A.P. Hill
- Laundry and show facility
- Tent camping permitted (no site hook-ups)
6. Pocahontas State Park
If close to everything but you want to feel far away from it all, we highly recommend Pocahontas State Park. This state park is approximately 38 miles from Kings Dominion and only 25 minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia. This beautiful state park is perfect for those who love the great outdoors and looking for outdoor activities such as boating, camping, hiking trails (90 miles in total), leisure pools, boat rentals, toddler pool, tent camping, RV sites, group camping sites. The park has a Visitor Center, a CCC Museum, a camp store and boat rentals are available daily from 10 AM – 6 PM. Additional features include:
- Cabin/Lodge and Yurts Available to Rent
- 11 Tent Camping Sites
- 36 RV or additional camping sites
- RV sites have electric and water
- 80′ Max Trailer/Vehicle Length
- Open year-round
- Fire ring and picnic table at each RV site
- Park is open 8 AM to Sunset
7. River Bend Campground (Powhatan State Park)
Located within Virginia’s newest state park, Powhatan State Park, the River Bend Campground is sited on the James River and is approximately a 45 mile drive from Kings Dominion and 36 miles from downtown Richmond. For those looking for outdoor recreation, Powhatan State Park is perfect for you! With a diverse wildlife habitat, full-service campground, multi-use hiking and biking trails all set in a hardwood forest putting you back into nature. The River Bend Campground offers a variety of accommodations from primitive canoe-in campsite, group campsites, tent sites, yurts for rent, or RV campsites with partial hook-ups. Other amenities include:
- Yurts sleeps up to three people
- Yurts have water but no electricity
- Yurts are not conditioned (no heat or A/C)
- RV sites have electric and water
- RV sites have gravel pads
- Bathhouses provided
- Fire ring and picnic table at each RV site
8. Rainbow Acres Campground
Thrill rides by day and riverfront back-to-nature by night perfectly describes the Rainbow Acres Campground. Located approximately 41 miles from Kings Dominion and site on the Mattaponi River, the campground offers a quiet and serene getaway set in a beautiful natural setting amidst pine trees and hardwoods along the river. The RV sites are level and spacious and can accommodate larger RVs. Or, if you prefer you can rent one of their cabins, a single room with one double bed and a pair of bunk beds – sleeping up to four people. The cabins are conditioned – heat and A/C – and they have a small refrigerator, microwave, and a ceiling fan. Cabin guests are required to bring their own bed linens and towels. Additional campground highlights are:
- Boat Ramp
- Full hook-up sites
- Dump station
- Playground
- Laundry facilities
- Fire pits
- Restroom facilities
- General Store
9. R&D Family Campground
The R&D Family Campground is small but full of amenities and is located a short 27-minute drive from the gates to the Kings Dominion amusement park. There is a lot to experience in this family-friendly campground and many ways to stay! From traditional RV sites, to cabins and tent sites – you can even rent an RV here – there is something for everyone in your group. The cabins are primitive with bunk beds, sleeping up to four people, but they are heated and include a small refrigerator and microwave.
The tent sites are set within the wooded area surround the campground giving you the national park feel, without the long drive out west. The campground offers several RVs and travel trailer that can be rented either daily, weekly, or monthly. The RV sites and the campground also include the following features:
- RV sites range from 65′ to 130′ in length
- 30 or 50 Amp electrical Service
- Water and Sewer
- Both shaded and open sites
- Laundry facilities
- Fire pits
- Restroom and shower facilities
- General Store
- Volleyball, basketball, and horseshoe courts
- Swimming pool (additional cost)
- Dump station
- Propane station
- Propane grills for rent
- Ice and firewood available for sale
- Lounge and T.V. Room