U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · VA

Goose Point

Philpott Lake's inviting sandy beach and swim area at Goose Point.Photo · USACE
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
63Sites
82 ftMax rig

The place

Goose Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors. Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html Recreation The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area. Keep reading

Facilities The campground has spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It offers 63 campsites, 53 of which have electric and water hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station. For family-friendly entertainment, a beach, boat ramp, dock, fishing pier, picnic shelter, playground and amphitheater are also on-site. During non-peak season (November-March), the campground and bathhouses are closed. The boat ramp is open and there is a vault toilet. No drinking water is available. Natural Features Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (276) 344-8878. Nearby Attractions The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

The sites · 63

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
LOOA45standard electric35 ft50
LOOA46standard electric25 ft50
LOOA47standard electric35 ft50
LOOA48standard electric25 ft50
LOOA49standard electric35 ft50
LOOA50standard electric35 ft50
LOOA51standard electric20 ft50
LOOA52standard electric20 ft50
LOOA53standard electric35 ft50
LOOA54standard electric35 ft50
LOOA55standard electric35 ft50
LOOA56management35 ft50
LOOA57standard electric35 ft50
LOOA58standard electric20 ft50
LOOA59standard electric35 ft50
LOOA60standard electric20 ft50
LOOA61standard electric35 ft50
LOOA62standard electric35 ft50
LOOA63standard electric35 ft50
LOOB35standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB36standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB37standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB38standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB39standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB40standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB41standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB42standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB43standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOB44standard nonelectric20 ft
LOOC01standard electric46 ft50
LOOC02standard electric55 ft50
LOOC03standard electric43 ft50
LOOC04standard electric43 ft50
LOOC05standard electric46 ft50
LOOC06standard electric49 ft50
LOOC07standard electric48 ft50
LOOC08standard electric48 ft50
LOOC09standard electric47 ft50
LOOC10standard electric58 ft50
LOOC11standard electric53 ft50
LOOC12standard electric30 ft50
LOOC13standard electric61 ft50
LOOC14standard electric20 ft50
LOOC15standard electric49 ft50
LOOC16standard electric50 ft50
LOOC17standard electric49 ft50
LOOC18standard electric82 ft50
LOOC19standard electric52 ft50
LOOC20standard electric42 ft50
LOOC21standard electric63 ft50
LOOC22standard electric40 ft50
LOOC23standard electric45 ft50
LOOC24standard electric43 ft50
LOOC25standard electric46 ft50
LOOC26standard electric58 ft50yes
LOOC27standard electric36 ft50
LOOC28standard electric43 ft50
LOOC29standard electric37 ft50
LOOC30standard electric42 ft50
LOOC31standard electric75 ft50yes

SHOWING 60 OF 63 SITES

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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