Goose Point
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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 52 |
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 82 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
62 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 46 | LOOA | Electric | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 47 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 48 | LOOA | Electric | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 49 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 50 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 51 | LOOA | Electric | Pull-through | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 52 | LOOA | Electric | Pull-through | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 53 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 54 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 82 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 26, 31 are listed accessible |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From HWY 220, take the Bassett, VA exit onto HWY 57 West. Go approximately 10 miles to Goose Point Road. Look for brown Goose Point Park sign, turn right, then go 5 miles on a paved road to the park entrance.
| Nearest town | Bassett, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 36.8039° N, 80.0572° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 3.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Fire Rescue and Tactical ↗ | 31 mi |
| RV sales & service | Halesford Harbour Marine and RV Service ↗ | 36.5 mi |
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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.
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.
Nearby
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Goose Point?
Sites at Goose Point are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Goose Point?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Goose Point have?
63 sites, including 52 standard sites with power and 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Goose Point?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Goose Point have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Goose Point?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Goose Point?
Yes, pets are allowed at Goose Point. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Goose Point?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Goose Point?
Sites 26 and 31 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Goose Point?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Goose Point?
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Goose Point?
Bassett, Virginia. The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.
Source: Getting there