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Perched on the shores of Buggs Island Lake, also known as the John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir, is the Longwood Park Recreation Area. Operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, the John H. Kerr Reservoir is the largest lake in Virginia, with 900 miles of shoreline in three counties in Virginia as well as three North Carolina counties. The area provides a variety of year-round recreational activities, including fishing, boating and hunting. Longwood Park campground is one of 10 camping facilities located on the lake.
Location and Season
Seven miles south of Clarksville and less than 5 miles from the North Carolina border, Longwood Park is accessible via U.S. Highway 15. Closed during the winter months, the campground operates from April to October. During the season, the site is patrolled each night by park rangers and local law enforcement to ensure guest safety.
Campsite Info and Reservations
Campers can choose from 66 campsites at Longwood Park, many of which are situated along the lake. The property includes 34 sites with water and electric hookups and 32 primitive sites. Campers are urged to bring padding for tent bases, as most sites are graveled, and tents cannot be pitched in grassy areas that are not part of the designated campsites. Visitors may make reservations online up to 24 hours prior to arrival or via the call center; walk-ins are also welcome. The campground requires a two-night minimum stay on weekends and a three-night minimum stay during holidays.
The facility is equipped with showers, flush toilets and a dump station. Longwood Park guests have access to the boat ramp that's 300 yards from the entrance to the campground. Additional recreation amenities include a beach and swimming area, playground, fire rings and a picnic area with shelters.
Campground Regulations
Four-legged visitors to Longwood Park must be leashed at all times. The facility does not allow motorized scooters, ATVs or golf carts on the premises, and each campsite is limited to two vehicles excluding the camper or trailer. Nightly quiet time is from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and alcohol is not allowed on-site.
Nearby Supplies and Dining
Clarksville, the only Virginia city located on the lake, is a short drive from Longwood Park and the closest place to pick up supplies and fill up with gas. Most of Clarksville's restaurants are along Virginia Avenue; they include fast food eateries as well as local establishments like Lamplighter (no website; 201 Virginia Ave., Clarksville; 434-374-0230) and The Lake House (thelakehouseva.com). In addition to the lake and its many recreational activities, area visitors can enjoy a round of golf at Kinderton Country Club (kerrlake.com/kcc) or hiking at Occoneechee State Park.
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Carrie Currie began writing professionally in 1997. She has written for the "Statesville Record and Landmark" and various online publications. After spending seven years in Los Angeles working with film and television writers, Currie spent two years writing in a health care setting. She has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in communications.
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