Campgrounds and RV parks near Horse Pasture, VA

Horse Pasture is an unincorporated community in Henry County, just south of Martinsville in Virginia's Blue Ridge foothills. RV travelers use it as a base for the Smith River corridor, Philpott Reservoir, and Fairy Stone State Park, which sits on a 168-acre lake adjoining Philpott Reservoir just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The area sits in the humid subtropical Piedmont, with mild shoulder seasons and warm, humid summers. Campground options run from full-hookup private parks to state-park sites. Indian Heritage RV Park and Smith River RV Park sit along the Smith River near Martinsville and Bassett, while the Equestrian Campground at Fairy Stone State Park serves horse trailers and self-contained rigs. Dan River Campground and River Adventures lies a short drive south across the North Carolina line near Stoneville, and Lake Sugar Tree in Axton pairs RV sites with motocross facilities. Most private parks stay open year-round, while the state-park campground follows a March-to-early-December season. The mix works for weekend racing trips to Martinsville Speedway, trout fishing on the Smith, and lake days at Philpott.

Reservation systems vary by operator. For Fairy Stone State Park, including the Equestrian Campground, book through Virginia State Parks at reservevaparks.com or by phone at 1-800-933-PARK. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance, and some sites are ADA-accessible. Private parks handle their own bookings. Smith River RV Park uses a 24/7 online reservation system and recommends booking ahead. Indian Heritage RV Park takes reservations by phone and stays open year-round. Dan River Campground books RV sites online, while tent sites and stays longer than 14 days must be arranged by phone or email with the campground. Race weekends at Martinsville Speedway sell out months ahead. For fall foliage and holiday weekends, aim for a lead time of eight weeks or more.