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Buffalo Park

John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir

🏕️ CampgroundKerr ReservoirVirginia⭐ 4.7 (135)
Buffalo Park
🟢 8 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 22 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Buffalo Park in Virginia has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sat Sep 19 – Tue Sep 223 nightsbook these dates →sites LLOO #12, #19, RLOO #05, #08, #22
Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, RLOO #09–RLOO #11 next to each othersites LLOO #15, RLOO #04, #09, #10, #11, #20, #21
Sun Sep 20 – Tue Sep 222 nightsbook these dates →sites LLOO #18
Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 7 in a row, RLOO #04–RLOO #10 next to each othersites LLOO #19, RLOO #04, #05, #06, #07, #08, #09, #10, #20, #21
Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →👥 RLOO #06 & RLOO #07 next to each othersites LLOO #17D, RLOO #06, #07
Wed Sep 23 – Fri Sep 252 nightsbook these dates →sites LLOO #18
Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →sites LLOO #13, RLOO #11
Mon Sep 28 – Thu Oct 13 nightsbook these dates →sites LLOO #12, #15, RLOO #22

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite LLOO #19 — Buffalo Park
Site LLOO #19 · Buffalo ParkUSACE
Campsite RLOO #05 — A photo of Site 05 of Loop RLOO at BUFFALO PARK with Picnic
Site RLOO #05 · A photo of Site 05 of Loop RLOO at BUFFALO PARK with Picnic Cassie Martin-Cross
Campsite RLOO #05 — A photo of Site 05 of Loop RLOO at BUFFALO PARK with Picnic
Site RLOO #05 · A photo of Site 05 of Loop RLOO at BUFFALO PARK with Picnic Cassie Martin-Cross
Campsite RLOO #08 — Buffalo Park
Site RLOO #08 · Buffalo ParkUSACE
Campsite RLOO #22 — Buffalo Park
Site RLOO #22 · Buffalo ParkUSACE
Campsite LLOO #15 — Buffalo Park
Site LLOO #15 · Buffalo ParkUSACE
Campsite LLOO #15 — Buffalo Park
Site LLOO #15 · Buffalo ParkUSACE

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $24–$68/nightStandard ElectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.7★★★★★135 ratings
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Buffalo Park FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Buffalo Park?

Buffalo Park in Virginia takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Buffalo Park?

Campsite fees at Buffalo Park run about $24–$68/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Buffalo Park when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Buffalo Park often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Buffalo Park a good campground?

Buffalo Park holds an average rating of 4.7/5 from 135 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Buffalo Park located?

Buffalo Park is located in Kerr Reservoir, Virginia. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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