Gala Campground Site #6: Rustic Riverside Camping at Eagle Rock, VA
Difficulty
easy
Duration
overnight or longer
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; primarily a relaxed camping experience with optional paddling
Overview
Discover a rare riverside camping experience at Gala Campground in Eagle Rock, VA. With paddle-in and drive-in access on a working dairy farm, Site #6 offers a peaceful outdoor getaway for paddlers and campers alike.
Gala Campground - Site #6
River Front Campsite • Up to 9 Campers
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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 this unique, unmanned site featuring picnic tables, fire rings, and a group river access area, perfect for a memorable outdoor getaway.
River Front Campsite!
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 be 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 railroad bridge that restricts access to vehicles longer than 25 feet, so large RVs just cannot fit.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive early to secure your spot
Gala Campground is unmanned and first-come, first-served, so plan to arrive early especially on weekends to claim Site #6.
Bring water purification supplies
Though riverside, potable water isn’t provided. Carry a filter or purification tablets for safe drinking water.
Practice Leave No Trace principles
Pack out all trash and minimize campfire impact to preserve the natural river environment.
Check river conditions before paddling
Seasonal flow can vary; verify local water levels to ensure safe and enjoyable paddling access.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Great blue heron
History
The working dairy farm hosting Gala Campground continues a longstanding agricultural tradition typical of Rockbridge County dating back to the 19th century.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to use sustainable camping practices to protect the Gala River’s delicate ecosystem and support the working farm's environmental stewardship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Camping tent
A weather-resistant tent ensures a comfortable riverside camp experience at Site #6.
Portable water filter
Filters provide safe drinking water from the river or other sources nearby.
Camp cooking stove
Useful for meal prep if campfires are restricted or low on firewood.
Lightweight canoe or kayak
Ideal for paddling to the campsite via the Gala River during warmer seasons.
spring,summer,fall specific