Bassett, Virginia, lures RV campers with Philpott Lake's 3,000 acres of boating and fishing bliss, plus the rushing Smith River for kayaks and trout. Six RV parks dot the area, from budget spots at $21 a night to full-hookup havens. Park here to launch daily adventures in Blue Ridge foothills without the crowds.
Bassett traces its roots to Bassett Furniture Industries, founded here in 1902, with a historical center showcasing wooden legacies. Philpott Lake dominates recreation: boat rentals at the marina, bass tournaments in summer, trails circling 18 miles of shoreline. The Smith River slices through town on Virginia-57, inviting fly-fishing and riverside picnics. Hikers strike out from town to Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks just 20 minutes north.
Smith River RV Park suits digital nomads with WiFi and river views from $55 nightly. Families and big-rig drivers choose COE Philpott Lake Goose Point Park for 50-amp power, dump station, and pet-friendly sites at $26 to $68. Budget hunters snag Goose Point Campground from $21 or Pop's Place in the Blue Ridge, where campfires crackle under $35 rates with WiFi. Groups gather at Philpott Park's water-hookup sites for $75, pets welcome.
Bassett earns renown for founding Bassett Furniture Industries in 1902 and prime outdoor spots like Philpott Lake. The Bassett Historical Center displays furniture artifacts from its factory heyday. Today, 3,000-acre Philpott Lake draws boaters and anglers, while Smith River offers kayaking amid Blue Ridge views.
Six RV parks serve Bassett: Smith River RV Park, COE Philpott Lake Goose Point Park, Goose Point Campground, Pop's Place in the Blue Ridge, and Philpott Park. Most cluster around Philpott Lake or Smith River for easy water access. Amenities span WiFi, 50-amp hookups, pet-friendly sites, and rates from $21 to $75 nightly.
Yes, COE Philpott Lake Goose Point Park and Philpott Park welcome pets explicitly. Both offer spacious sites near lake trails for dog walks, with Goose Point adding dump stations and 50-amp power. Leash rules apply; always check park policies for restrictions.
