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Horseshoe Point Campground

36.8343° N / 80.0742° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
Tracked from May 1, 202749 monitored sites

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Horseshoe Point

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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233515

When Horseshoe Point reopens

Horseshoe Point's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
0
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
47

Only 47 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.

02 · Availability Outlook · May 1 – May 3, 2027 · of 49 monitored sites

Of the 147 tracked site-nights (May 1 – May 3, 2027): 147 open for online reservation.

Where the open windows are

0% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 147 of 147 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

May 1 – May 3, 2027
Not open online0%
Open site-nights147 / 147
Reserved (of online inventory)0 / 147
Weekday openings49
Weekend openings98

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 49 fall on weekdays and 98 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

May 2027 – May 2027
04080120160147MAYSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

May holds the most room. 147 of 147 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 49 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
01  3
02  3
03  3
04  3
05  3

The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.

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Coverage

Campsite Sniper's data for this facility starts May 1, 2027. That is about 180 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before May 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe May 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.

Stays and site detail

147 open site-nights across 49 sites at Horseshoe Point, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 49 2-night, 49 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest May 1, 2027 at site 01.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 38 ft. 19 sites take 25 ft, 3 sites take 35 ft.

All 49 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
0136 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0235 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0330 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0428 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0526 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0630 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0726 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0830 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0928 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1021 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1138 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1224 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1325 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1425 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1520 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1625 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1725 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1825 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1925 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2025 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2120 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2220 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2320 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2420 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2520 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2620 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2720 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2820 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2920 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3025 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3120 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3220 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3320 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3424 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3520 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3610 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3720 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3824 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3926 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4020 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4110 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4220 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4320 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4420 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4510 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4610 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4720 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4824 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4920 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027

About Horseshoe Point

Overview

Horseshoe Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virgina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry.

Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.

Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.

Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

Facilities

The park offers both camping and day-use facilities: 15 campsites with electric and water hookups are available, as well as 34 primitive sites without hookups.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. For additional family-friendly entertainment, a beach, boat ramp, dock, picnic shelter and playground are also on-site.

Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar.

Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

49 monitored sitesRVs up to 38 ft15 with hookups49 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6

Getting there

From HWY 220, turn onto Henry Road (SR-605) and go 8 miles. Turn left onto Horseshoe Point Road and follow signs to the park.

3950 Horseshoe Point Road, Henry, VA 24102(540) 365-7385
BoatingCampingSwimming Site

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Horseshoe Point?

Reservations for Horseshoe Point are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 147 of 147 tracked site-nights are open (100%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 47 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 19:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.

How often do new openings appear at Horseshoe Point?

Campsite Sniper detected 47 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Horseshoe Point?

49 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts May 1, 2027 at site 01. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at Horseshoe Point fit a 35-foot RV?

3 of the 49 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 38 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Horseshoe Point?

May 2027, with 147 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 147.

When is the next open date at Horseshoe Point?

Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Horseshoe Point begins May 1, 2027 — about 180 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before May 1, 2027.

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