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River‑edge solitude at Arcadia: Tent‑only sites where the New River meets quiet nights
A compact, riverfront campground in Buchanan, VA — seven tent sites (drive‑ or paddle‑in), basic amenities, and a minimum fee starting at $36.
River‑edge solitude at Arcadia: Tent‑only sites where the New River meets quiet nights.
Arcadia Campground is a seven‑site, riverfront tent campground in Buchanan, Virginia, operated by Twin Rivers Outfitters. Sites are accessible by drive or paddle and come with picnic tables, fire rings and level gravel tent areas; the property is primitive — no water or utilities are provided — making it a straightforward place to disconnect on the New River.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
True riverfront campsites
All seven campsites sit on the river and are mapped at River Mile 20.5 (TRO Maps), offering immediate access for paddlers and front‑row views of the New River.
Simple, tent‑only setup
Each site has a level gravel tent area with a picnic table and fire ring; the campground provides port‑a‑potties and a dumpster but no water or hookups, so you plan to be self‑sufficient.
Drive‑in or paddle‑in options
The campground accommodates both drive‑in visitors (it's off I‑81 exit 168 on Arcadia Road) and paddlers; the property lies just downstream from the Arcadia VA DGIF public boat landing.
What the day feels like
What a stay feels like
Expect a quiet, resource‑lean overnight on the New River: set your tent on a level gravel pad, gather at a picnic table or ringed fire pit, and launch or retrieve a canoe or kayak from the nearby public landing. The campground is intentionally simple — no utilities, so you bring water and pack out what you can to the onsite dumpster — and the setting rewards low‑gear, riverside camping.
THE RIVER
True riverfront campsites
All seven campsites sit on the river and are mapped at River Mile 20.5 (TRO Maps), offering immediate access for paddlers and front‑row views of the New River.
THE CAMP
Simple, tent‑only setup
Each site has a level gravel tent area with a picnic table and fire ring; the campground provides port‑a‑potties and a dumpster but no water or hookups, so you plan to be self‑sufficient.
THE ACCESS
Drive‑in or paddle‑in options
The campground accommodates both drive‑in visitors (it's off I‑81 exit 168 on Arcadia Road) and paddlers; the property lies just downstream from the Arcadia VA DGIF public boat landing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this site suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
There is no potable water or utilities on site — customers must bring their own water; bring tent camping gear, firewood if permitted locally, and pack out trash to the onsite dumpster.
Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring and a level gravel tent area. The campground provides port‑a‑potties and a dumpster but no hookups or running water.
Rates are assessed per person at $14 per person per night plus tax with a minimum camping fee of $36; children under age 5 are not counted for billing purposes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How much does a night cost?
Rate is $14 per person per night plus tax, with a minimum $36 camping fee.
How many people can camp at a site?
Sites accommodate groups up to 10 campers.
Are children counted in the fee?
Children under age 5 are not counted for billing purposes.
Are there restrooms or running water?
The campground has port‑a‑potties but no water or other utilities; customers must bring their own water.
Can I bring an RV or trailer?
No — the campground is tent‑only; RVs and trailers are not allowed.
How do I get there by car?
The campground is off I‑81 exit 168 about 2 miles down on the left on Arcadia Road; the street address is 1800 Arcadia Road, Buchanan, VA 24066.
Who operates the campground?
The site is operated by Twin Rivers Outfitters.