This park sits at a confluence of rivers. It appears that the main activities are camping and…read moreboating. On the hot summer day that I visited the still air and ample insects, made it a bit of a rough experience. A short walk yielded some decent views, but it was not my favorite park. It appeared to me that large part of the attraction based on the signage that was displayed around the park was that this is a good place for nighttime observations due to limited artificial light in the area. That sounds nice. The place does require a Virginia parking pass or fee.

Staunton River State Park has a fabulous visitors center! It's large, it's roomy, and it has a…read moresmall "reptile" room. So many things to look at. They also have snacks and coffee as you walk in. I wish I remembered the Rangers name working the VC. She was awesome. They had some weather boards and N.A.S.A. items available, I had to ask why? Well it seems this park is so far out (And it sure is!), that astronomers come to look at the stars. There is a very large yard where hundreds of people could set up and look into the skies. I was so excited to hear that. I want to do that too! She said they also rent telescopes at the VC.! Too cool. She said they also get a lot of serious Big Foot hunters out there as well due to the sightings that have been announced. Well I was good and reeled in by that point. I bought a couple things for the family and headed into the "reptile room" because I forgot what they called it. They had about 4 snakes and a couple turtles in there. Really nice with geat animal decor on the walls as well. The Ranger suggested a hiking trail that over looks Buggs Island and 360 view of tje Staunton River. I saw more than 10 white herons. They always seem to be just out of camera shot though! LOL. I tried. They have a pool with water slides and a playground. Campground, picnic area right on the water. Very nice!!! I saw 3 other cars. It's literally way out there. :) Oh! One of the things I bought was a Big Foot Mood Ring! I love it! I know I posted a lot of pictures :)

This is a phenomenal campground highly recommend the core of engineering allows for wood foraging,…read moreand keeps the site's in excellent condition. Highly recommended over places in the area.

While the park was beautiful and a nice place for my partner and I to have our lake date. It was a…read morebit of a hassle and inconvenience when trying to pay for a campsite. We were unsuccessful after calling, going online, and speaking with the park attendant at the gate. Not a big fan of the east coast and the prices nature parks charge here. Living in the mid and west coast you can literally pull up and park at almost any lake with your hammock and it cost you nothing. Here on the east coast not only are you paying for ok scenery and rude attendants that look over you depending on how you look.

Short camping trip to this hidden gem with the family (about 4 hours). This is our third time here…read moreand has camped in multiple sites but this site is definitely my favorite. Private beach front. Quite location. This time of the year not buggy. Unfortunately, the leaves haven't turned yet. There's local store about a mile or two from the site where you can purchase firewood, gas and whatever else you may have forgotten to pack. Across the street is a new Mexican place before that it was a pizza place - hopefully they stay open till our next visit. We tend to meal prep when we camp. Overall, an amazing camping experience and it is the closest you can get to water with a full electrical (50 amp) and water hookup. Till next time!!

This is a great place to camp. so much to do. Very clean. Great for families. Staff are very…read morepleasant. If you like water this is the place to be. Boating, fishing, beaches. you name it it's the place for you.

Awesome place! One of, if not THE cheapest seasonal campground at SML! They are doing a bunch of…read moreimprovements as well and the place is looking amazing! I highly recommend Eagles Roost Campground to anybody who is looking for a seasonal spot. As of 2019, they are no longer taking overnight campers, so it is only available as a season campground.

The campground was at a very nice location and the bathrooms were pretty clean for a campground…read more The people were EXTREMELY polite and willing to help. What was especially great was that the boat slips were covered. The only problem was that sone of the slips closer to the shore were extremely shallow but we parked our boat in a shallow spot (3ft) and we were fine but this is probably not going to be a problem for you because the lake was lowered by 2ft because there was a hurricane going up the coast and the mild thunderstorms that would reach the lake would probably flood it. Other than that the campsite was wonderful and I enjoyed my stay.

Another nice campground around Lake Gaston. Many permanent sites as well as renal and cabin…read morerentals. Nice pool and play areas for children and parents. Great Lake access and views!

Very tight spacing and not worth the $$$. Peaceful during week and very noisy on weekends.read more

Recommend this state park. The pictures you see here are C 32. It's right on the water. If you want…read moreto see the sunset get a camping site on the other side from this view you see the sunrise it's close to the restrooms and firewood. just a word to the wise when you're asleep at night and you hear things scrambling around outside it's probably only a squirrel or raccoon. Put your food up, but it's unavoidable. Don't try to convince yourself that it is a bear.

My Husband & I love camping at State Parks and Occoneechee has been the one we've returned to the…read moremost ever since we moved to the Commonwealth in 2001. If I had started doing yelp reviews 25 years ago you would have heard me rave about this park to everyone on line but as the years have passed I'm noticing some changes that no longer have me feeling the same as I did. The past several years I've noticed there have been camp hosts here which I'm not especially fond of as a taxpayer. I understand the rangers may not feel they should be spending their time cleaning restrooms or checking firepits for ashes but I've witnessed them sitting in the rather expensive vehicles our tax payer dollars furnish them with doing essentially nothing now that these hosts are here. Occasionally they patrol the area but I remember in years past when they were more engaging with the public precisely because they tended to these hosting responsibilities. It may be just me but I'd rather see the state employ a local who lives in the area to come in twice daily to check on & clean the restrooms than to hire an out of state couple who is going to park their unit in one of the rental spaces & set up camp here each season. Many of the state parks have already erected cabins & Yurts that I know don't have a 100% occupancy rate. Can they really afford to offer a retired couple an otherwise rentable space for the entire season? Maybe I'm wrong. Maybe these out of state hosts are actually paying a reduced rate to enjoy our parks amenities rather than receiving a wage & in return they agree to act as dorm parents where cleaning restrooms is just part of the deal, idk but I'd much rather see the Division of Virginia State Parks director establish a young rangers in training program to do these menial tasks if the adult rangers feel their time is too valuable to be camp hosts. I want to see our beautiful state parks succeed & remain in operation for generations to come but having 24/7 out of state camp monitors takes away from fully enjoying the state park experience in my opinion. Having said all that the park itself has remain pretty much the same as it was 25 years ago with the exception of a new playground so it's as close to nature as you'll find if you enjoy a peaceful camping experience.

If you want a true campground this is it. A short drive off 95 and tucked into the surrounding…read moreforest. It's a small family run camp and while it's no frills or fancy it does have full hookups and drive thru sites. Very clean and well maintained, as a said if your looking if a thousand amenities this isn't for you but if you need a quick stop or truly want to "camp" I highly recommend staying here.

This is a very clean campground, there are permanent spots and overnight spots amongst the trees…read more.. Full hook-ups... Built in the 70's, a true mom and pop management team is there to guide you in and come by on the regular to empty your provided trash can... No WiFi or cable but we had cell service for a hot spot and our WINEGARD (Dish) got excellent reception for TV... Fire pits are provided, just stone piled in a circle but it works... Very quiet and just off of I95 on some back roads... Mostly TT 5th wheels but a Class A pulled in while we were here... The electric and water are behind you while the sewer is ahead of you so depends on what lengths you brought to make sure you can reach them... There is a grassy area in the center to walk your puppies, don't forget your baggies to pick up after them... An overall very nice place to rest or stay a bit...

Stopped for the night on our way down and back from Florida. Campground was clean and the staff was…read morefriendly. Will stay again

Quiet, laid back atmosphere, good pricing and great staff. Great seasonal pool, putt putt, and a…read morelot of historical sites around the Roanoke Rapids area to visit. Roanoke Lake is awesome if you like hiking or swimming in the summer or just chilling over the lake. No cable but these days everyone is streaming.

Great place & great people!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stayed there many…read moretimes, it feels like home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The staff was wonderful here! My site was shaded and level…read more The place was very well kept and clean. I loved the donkeys and the duck pond! Pet friendly and the other campers were very nice too. I would definitely go back when I was out that way!