Fancy Gap / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA Journey Blog
Virginia's Campground of the Year is ready to welcome you! Come see us!
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From 52 follow our signs, we are just 100 yards from Blue Ridge Parkway
From I-77 just 1 mile off Exit 8 go west approximately 100 yards (sign on left), turn left onto Pottery Drive. Go to the end of the road, turn left and go 0.9 mile, KOA will be on the right.
Camping isn’t what it used to be—and that’s a good thing. In 2025, guests are blending comfort, convenience, and connection with nature in ways that are redefining the outdoor experience. If you’re looking to stay ahead (or market your campground smarter), here’s what’s trending right now.
Gone are the days of “roughing it.” Today’s campers want:
Real beds (not air mattresses)
Climate control (heat/AC)
Easy access to bathrooms
What this means: Cabins, deluxe tent sites, and upgraded RV sites are driving bookings. Guests want the outdoors—but with hotel-level comfort.
Campgrounds with food offerings are winning big.
Trending:
BBQ experiences (watch it come off the smoker ??) Dave's Smokehouse delivered right to your site
On-site food delivery to campsites
Simple, craveable menus (pizza, sandwiches, comfort food)
Forget over-programmed schedules—families want easy, nostalgic fun:
Fishing (ponds > complicated excursions)
Playgrounds and open space
Gem mining and scavenger hunts
Self-guided activities
Guests are choosing destinations based on how they feel—and how they photograph.
Top visual drivers:
Sunset views
String lights + cozy setups
Campfire moments
With rising travel costs, guests are:
Booking shorter trips
Staying closer to home
Choosing easy-access locations near highways
What they want:
Quick getaways
Less planning
Maximum relaxation
“Stay Close, Relax & Enjoy.”
No trend beats this one.
Guests are actively looking for:
Spotless bathrooms
Well-maintained grounds
Friendly, visible owners: Dave and Angie are right here on-site.
Camping isn’t just about a place to stay anymore—it’s about creating an experience guests can’t wait to share, return to, and recommend.
Because the best stays aren’t just trips… they’re memories.
That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. When you start reviewing camping options, your history will display here to help compare sites and find the best stay. You will be able to share your stay information with friends or family and save it for a later time if you have a KOA Account.
Make checkout easy by booking all your reservations at once. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout.
