Palmer Point Park

John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir — lakeside, fishing

Location: South Hill, VA, VA

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Palmer Point Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Kerr Reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, was created with the construction of the John H.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/palmer-point-park to be notified when sites open up.

Palmer Point Park sits on John H. Kerr Reservoir's 800-mile wooded shoreline with excellent water access and recreation opportunities. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a peaceful, uncrowded gem with plenty of space, clean facilities, and a great playground.

Wildlife alert: North American River Otters, American Beavers, White-tailed Deer, Ospreys, Common Loons, and Northern Cottonmouths are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Palmer Point Park: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Only 1 tent site available, so reservations are critical No hookups at this location, so come fully self-contained

Skip Palmer Point Park if: You need RV hookups — none available. You prefer developed campgrounds with multiple site options — only 1 tent site.

Best time to visit Palmer Point Park: Year-round — Park operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted in known issues suggest confirming availability before winter visits..

Nearby campgrounds: North Bend Park Osage Picnic Shelter (Boydton, VA), Old Picnic Area (John H Kerr) (Boydton , VA), Tailrace Park (South Hill, VA), North Bend Park (Boydton, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Palmer Point Park

Cell signal at Palmer Point Park (South Hill, VA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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South Hill, VA, VA★ 4 (2 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Palmer Point Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Kerr Reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, was created with the construction of the John H.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsVault toilets
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — none available✕ You prefer developed campgrounds with multiple site options — only 1 tent site

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Only 1 tent site available, so reservations are critical

No hookups at this location, so come fully self-contained

Best: Year-round

Park operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted in known issues suggest confirming availability before winter visits.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: North American River Otters, American Beavers, White-tailed Deer, Ospreys, Common Loons, and Northern Cottonmouths are documented in the area.

Location

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Visitors Center Phone Number: (434) 738-6143· John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir
Getting there →

The physical address for Palmer Point Park is 899 Palmer Point Road, Boydton, Virginia 23917. South Hill, Virginia is located approximately 20 miles north from Palmer Point.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Palmer Point Park cost per night?+
Palmer Point Park costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Palmer Point Park open?+
Palmer Point Park is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Palmer Point Park have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Palmer Point Park?+
Palmer Point Park is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Palmer Point Park?+
Palmer Point Park is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Palmer Point Park?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Palmer Point Park is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Palmer Point Park open, and what are check-in times?+
Palmer Point Park is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

John H. Kerr Dam and ReservoirJohn H. Kerr Reservoir Facebook Page
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$50 /night★ 4 (2)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

North Bend Park Osage Picnic Shelter

Boydton, VA

From $75/night

Old Picnic Area (John H Kerr)

Boydton , VA

From $100/night

Tailrace Park

South Hill, VA

From $50/night

North Bend Park

Boydton, VA

From $20/night

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