Middle Creek Campground

The Great Outdoors

Why not start your RV rental vacation with a visit to Natural Bridge State Park? It’s less than half an hour's drive away when you’re camping at Middle Creek Campground. The park is most famous for its 215-foot natural bridge which was carved by water out of the limestone. Surrounded by lush forests and meadows, the bridge is alive with flora growing out of the stone walls and Cedar Creek trickling beneath it. Aside from an impressive photo spot, this park provides six miles of hiking trails. The best is the Cedar Creek Trail which connects the bridge to Lace Falls and the Monacan Indian Village.Another scenic place to take your RV rental is James River State Park. Tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this state park offers outdoor sports and family-friendly activities. The park is set up with a 15-mile trail network which is suitable for both hiking and cycling. Whether you choose to explore on foot or by bike, you’ll find the best viewpoint at the Tye River Overlook so don’t forget to bring your camera. From here you can see where the James and Tye Rivers meet before a breathtaking mountain backdrop. James River State Park also provides equipment rentals for water sports, and there is a section of the James River that is ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or tubing.For one more adventure before you return your campervan rental to town, head to Douthat State Park. This 4,500-acre state park is your gateway to the Allegheny Mountains. Brimming with diverse flora and fauna, nature enthusiasts can spend an entire day identifying plant types, photographing wildflowers, and observing wildlife. Douthat State Park is the home of many species of land mammals and birds. You can keep an eye out for flying squirrels and mink, or try to spot woodpeckers and hawks.Of course, Douthat State Park is also a hotspot for recreational activities. With over 40 miles of hiking and cycling trails, plus six miles of equestrian trails, you’ll be able to go far into the forest. There are also two waterfalls within the park that are certainly worth hiking to. The four-mile Stoney Run Trail takes hikers to the southernmost fall while the more challenging Blue Suck Falls Trail leads to the second fall. After all the hiking, you’ll want to take a dip in the freshwater lake. This is also a popular spot for water sports, and the park is equipped with canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals as well as hydro bikes. There’s something for every type of explorer when you book an RV in Botetourt County, Virginia.

Explore the Area

While you’re RV camping at Middle Creek Campground, you can also make a visit to the nearby towns of Buchanan and Roanoke. Since the 1700s, Buchanan has been an important stopping point in the area. The small town perfectly captures the spirit of rural Virginia with its historic downtown streets, rows of antique vendors, and weekend flea market. If you need a good book or a rare edition for your vacation, you’re sure to find one in the local second-hand bookstore. The town is also speckled with outdoor and hardware stores.One of the highlights of the year is the Botetourt County Fair, which is held at Buchanan Town Park each year in August. As well as carnival rides and family-friendly games and contests, the fair gives visitors and locals the chance to learn about the agricultural heritage of Botetourt County. During the two-day event, you can visit working farms, taste locally produced food goods, or shop for handmade crafts.On any other day of the year, visitors can dine at Buchanan’s traditional bistro or get a snack from the grill. In the evening, you can get tickets to a performance at the Buchanan Theatre. However you choose to spend your time in Botetourt County, you’re sure to come home with fantastic memories when you rent a camper near Middle Creek Campground.