Outdoor Adventures & Camping - Virginia's River Realm (2024)

Bethpage campground

If you have a fondness for the outdoors, try our 3 Time winner Best RV Resort in the nation! Rent a cottage or a RV site with full hook-up that includes incredible amenities such as a water park, playgrounds, fishing docks, lake beach, and daily themed activities.

grey's point campground

This RV Campground is located right next to the Rappahannock River with expansive views of our iconic bridge. Rent a cottage or an RV site and start your outdoor vacation with water parks, playgrounds, fishing docks, and more.

Cross Rip Campground

Nestled on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay between the Rappahannock & Piankatank Rivers, Cross Rip campground offers a peaceful and scenic setting for visitors to enjoy. With access to the water for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and more, Cross Rip Campground is the perfect spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike to create unforgettable memories.

Camping By The Chesapeake Bay

From traditional tent camping at state parks to “glamping” at award-winning resorts, there are plenty of opportunities to fall in love with the region from your campsite. Read on to discover some of the best camping options in the River Realm, and get ready to capture and share your favorite moments.

Get Outdoors
in the River Realm

There’s no shortage of ways to explore the stunning wildlife and rich foliage that the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking to relax on a sunset cruise or get up close and personal with the fish and oysters beneath the water’s surface, the River Realm has something for everyone.

First-timer's guide to fishing in the river realm

With its vast waterways and diverse species of fish, the Rappahannock and Chesapeake Bay offer an ideal location for anglers of all levels to enjoy a day on the water. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time fisherman, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your fishing experience in the River Realm.

boating on the river & Chesapeake Bay

Virginia’s River Realm is located where the Rappahannock River & the Chesapeake Bay come together, making it a prime location for all things on the water: boating, fishing, kayaking, sailing, and the list goes on. Whether you want to BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat) or you’re looking for a weekend rental, we have plenty of options to get you on the water!

Take a nature walk along our shorelines

The River Realm is full of wildlife and nature. Take it all in at one of our beautiful nature parks, where you can stroll along a beachy shoreline, esplore tidal wetlands, and hike along wooded trails. View our waterfowl, native plants and enjoy the beautiful, quiet outdoors.

Take An Eco Tour with our watermen

Join one of the Captains from Virginia Watermen Heritage Tours for the Bay’s best hands-on tours. Experience the Chesapeake Bay with an authentic working waterman as your personal guide. From learning about the Bay to how the oyster industry has returned to watching wildlife, this is as personal as it gets.

Merroir Tasting Room

A casual, relaxing outdoor atmosphere with surrounding river views, offering a small plate menu. Home of the famous Rappahannock Oyster Company. Their oysters are served fresh out of the river from their aquaculture farm. Sit at the deadrise boat, Ruby, converted as an summer outdoor bar.

FISH HAWK at the tides inn

Fish Hawk Oyster Bar is a coastal eatery offering outdoor seating on the beach along Carter Creek. The resort’s Executive Chef, Truman Jones, elevates guests’ dining experiences at Fish Hawk Oyster Bar, and co*cktail hour is filled with signature river realm-style beverages.

DELTAVILLE TAP & raw bar

Where the river meets the Bay at the tip of the Middle Peninsula, you’ll find the best waterfront restaurant in Deltaville. Craft brews, wines and co*cktails go superbly with low country boils, wings 5 ways, sushi bombs and crab cakes, pasta and burgers. Watch for live music events on holiday weekends.

Portside Grill in Urbanna

Nestled in the Urbanna Port Marina, Portside Grill has inside and waterfront seating. Sip your co*cktails together as you watch the boats drift by. Portside’s menu offers local seafood and American favorites. Try their crab tots, Bay Dream oysters, crab cakes, burgers topped with crab, oyster fritters or sea spouts.

Urbanna Seafood

Tucked away on Robinson Creek you’ll find a hidden local secret, where you’ll experience the most beautiful sunsets in Urbanna. Urbanna Seafood catches their own oysters and crabs locally. Share an Urbanna Bucket that’s hearty enough for two or nibble on specialties like crab balls with a zesty remoulade sauce.