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By Allison Canter
Since 1986, RiverCamp USA has been offering a one-stop location
for family fun. They offer everything from
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camping and canoeing to kayaking and tubing and are located
close to hiking, biking, horseback riding and gem mining. The
camp is located on the peaceful and historic New River.
RiverCamp also has full RV hook-ups available with 30/50 amp
pull-throughs and river sites, tent sites with water and electric,
picnic table fire rings, hot showers and clean restrooms. Along
with the canoe, kayak and tube rentals, the camp offers a playground,
laundry area and WiFi.
Joanne and Jay Reid have been the owners of RiverCamp since
1993. They want campers to know there are "super cool evenings
in the summer and quiet, peaceful surroundings with a tranquil
river setting. We have it all, camping, canoeing, and a store
in a quiet, natural setting," said Joanne.
The camp also has a small convenience store with snacks, beverages,
beer and wine, ice, firewood, a limited selection of groceries
and "everything you need for a weekend camping trip,"
according to the owners.
RiverCamp USA has rules and regulations to make everyone's stay
an enjoyable family experience, said Joanne.
"A party atmosphere is not tolerated. Scouts, church groups
and families love our group tent areas," she said, A quiet
time is observed between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m.
"You can have a peaceful, relaxing weekend or a fun-filled
family outing," she said. Reservations are recommended.
"We suggest making a reservation as soon as you know your
plans," said Joanne. "Some weekends get booked up."
RiverCamp's website boasts that guests can "enjoy the beauty
of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Shatley Springs Restaurant, world
famous Frescoes, mountain crafts and antiques, fiddlers conventions
and golfing. There's so much to choose from you'll have trouble
deciding. In fact, you may just decide to do nothing at all."
Tent camping rates range from $8 to $24 while RV hook-ups are
$26 to $30. Some weekday discounts are available. Canoe rentals
range in price from $20 to $50 depending on the trip length
and group size. Kayak trips range from $18 to $30. Tube rentals
are all under $10. For a tube with shuttle and a two-and-a-half
hour float, the cost is $8. For the tube only, it's $4 for four
hours and $6 for a full day. Rates are subject to change.
The camp office is located at 2221 Kings Creek Road in Piney
Creek. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information,
click to www.RiverCampUSA.com or www.NewRiverCanoeing.com or
call (336) 359-2267. For reservations,call (800)748-3722.
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