Discover Tranquil Camping at Gala Campground: Eagle Rock’s Riverside Escape
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
overnight to multiple days
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness needed to carry gear and optionally paddle to site; suitable for most campers familiar with outdoor settings
Overview
Experience the calm of Gala Campground’s riverside setting on a working dairy farm in Eagle Rock, VA. Drive or paddle in to your site, enjoy fire rings and picnic tables, and soak in the unique blend of farm life and outdoor adventure.
Gala campground - Site # 14
Interior Wooded Site • Up to 6 Guests
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About This Adventure
Experience the serene beauty of the Gala River Front Campground, nestled on a working dairy farm in Eagle Rock, VA. Enjoy both drive-in and paddle-in access to your campsite, complete with picnic tables and fire rings. Embrace nature in this tranquil, unmanned setting, perfect for a memorable outdoor getaway.
Interior Wooded Site
Rates
Rate is $14 per person per night plus tax, minimum $36 camping fee. Children under age 5 are not counted for billing purposes
About
The Gala River Front Campground is located at 80 Thompson Drive, Eagle Rock VA 24085. It is located about 30 minutes or about 21 river miles upstream from our shop in Buchanan, VA.
The site allows both drive in and paddle in access. The campground is located on 8 acre parcel in the back of a working dairy farm. This campground is unmanned. Advanced reservations must me made in advance.
Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, level gravel tent area. The campground also has a group river access area, port a potties, and dumpster for trash. No water, or utilities are allowed. Customers are required to bring in their own water.
Access by road to the campground requires going underneath a rail road bridge that restricts access to vehicles longer than 25 feet, so large RVs just can not fit. !Description of image
Adventure Tips
Bring Your Own Water
There is no potable water available on site, so be sure to bring enough for drinking and cooking.
Paddle-In Access Requires Planning
If arriving by kayak or canoe, check weather and river conditions ahead of time for a safe trip.
Pack Out All Trash
The campground is unmanned and pristine; please carry out everything you bring in to preserve the environment.
Prepare for Limited Cell Service
Signal can be weak or absent, so plan accordingly for navigation and emergency communication.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- White-tailed deer
History
The Gala River area has been part of working farmland for over a century, blending agricultural life with natural ecosystems.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect the river’s health and farm environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Camping Tent
Provides shelter for a comfortable night under the stars.
Portable Water Filter
Ensures you have safe drinking water if refilling from the river.
Fire Starter Kit
For campfire enjoyment and cooking at the provided fire rings.
Waterproof Dry Bags
Keeps clothes and gear dry if approaching by paddle or during rain.
summer specific