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January 2024 by Rene Townsend
Loved my brief visit to this park. I found the history very fascinating. Walked the big loop around the park, absorbing all the beauty and thinking of the history trying to imagine what it was like centuries ago.Throughly enjoyed it and will come back in the summer.
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November 2023 by Diane Leiter
This is a quiet little state park I just realized existed. I came here for a special geocaching challenge that the Rangers set up. Not a lot of people here, so it was very peaceful and quiet – as relaxing as I was hoping it would be. There's also a small campground, and quite a few people in there today. I could not find a trail map, and the one on my phone wouldn't load a great deal of the time, but I quickly found out the trails are very easy to navigate. I took a side trail out of curiosity, and ended up standing in the parking lot where my car was. For the most part, it is accessible to all. There is what appears to be a hiking, or just walking, trail along the road, the whole way. I didn't see many people hiking, but the cyclists use the road.
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November 2023 by Tom S
Very nice visit. Not a lot of trees, but hundreds of acres of flowers. The loop road thru park begs for bicycle, walk or jog. Very spacious. Campground sites are typical of all Virginia SP. Deep sites that are level, electric and very good dump station setup made visit great. Wish they put fire rings a bit further away from rig and used more compacting gravel (instead of smooth river stones) for tent pad. Firewood was dry and burned very hot thus all hardwood. Host Dave was very pleasant and most helpful.Playground: CG has no toys or play areas for kids.Restrooms: Very spacious, plenty of toilet and shower stalls.
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September 2023 by Jodie C.
Another great Va State Park! DyK? Machicomoco, in Virginia Algonquian, means Special Meeting Place (per Nps.gov) Also to note, I believe this is Virginia's 40th State Park. - It was more impressive than I anticipated. Beautiful wetlands and overlooks to enjoy the York River, A tributary for the Chesapeake Bay. I drove up unannounced and asked for a camping spot. They let me take my pick! I drove over to the camping area, (RV and tenting + Yurts), and was about ready to unpack, when the skies opened up and Bam! A severe storm blew this place out! I'm so glad I didn't set up yet. I slept in my car. High winds and hail. In a tent? No thanks. - after the big storm it sprinkled all night so I put on my raincoat and floppy hat and headed out for adventure. I hiked a couple trails and hung out on the boat launch (pier) a while. Watched the sunset. After waking up in my car, I simply drove out to my next adventures.(Great dismal Swamp and Kiptopeke State Park) I liked it here at Machicomoco. The Rangers were really nice also, and they had....Flushing Toilets! Go enjoy the outside!
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September 2023 by Brighty B
Wonderful location and people. The Host, Warren, was great from start to finish. Always had wood and kindling when we needed it, as well as plenty of information about the area and events happening. The tent sites are all in the trees, and the pads are pea gravel, comfy for airmatress' or ground pads but not bare feet. The bathrooms are located right in the middle of the campground loop , but they are not too close. The bathrooms were so clean and pretty much insect free, so that alone is worth the small fee of like 30$ a night (to me). Will return to stay again :)
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August 2023 by Mark Mulvamey
Great hidden gem. Beautiful park, wonderful campground.
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June 2023 by Andrea O.
Quaint State Park just outside Gloucester, Virginia. There's a Small campground with tent, camper, and Yurt camping. A well maintained public restroom, plenty of picnic tables with fire pits. This is a historic site dedicated to Indigenous Tribes of Virginia. A paved sidewalk runs through the entire park, plus there are 6+ miles of trails and gravel walkways to explore. Beautiful area to bike or hike on easy trails. There and several 'cartop' boat launch areas for small hand carried vessels. Plenty of picnic spots. Be sure to explore the Interpretive area of the park for all of the history! Worth noting- ten miles up river is Werowocomoco. It's the Powhatan site where Captain John Smith first met Pocahontas. There's a Virginia State Parks parking pass required. Day rate is $5 paid in cash (no change given) or by check. You must obtain a yellow envelope at the entrance, place your payment in the envelope, deposit in the metal box that's clearly marked, then hang your tag on your windshield. There are simple directions on the envelope to guide you. Pets are permitted, but drones and other aircraft are not! There are trash receptacles provided, but carry in- carry out is always appreciated! Enjoy this peaceful piece of history! And- Leave No Trace!
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February 2023 by Steve Nietzel
Awesome new park. Water and electric on all sites. Big rig friendly for all sites. Showers were top of the line and clean.
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February 2023 by Ben Dunlap
Outstanding place to go camping. Restroom facilities are top notch and the atmosphere is fantastic. If you are sleeping in a tent be sure to bring sleeping pads as all of the tent sites are small gravel.
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February 2023 by Joanna Landrum
Campground which was well spaced and communal facilities had great amenities and kept wonderfully clean. Loved the interpretative area of the park that honored the indigenous cultures of the area so well. Look forward to coming back again! For "mainlanders" coming from the I-64 area, be aware that the bridge is $1 per axle to get to the Gloucester area but free to use to get back to Yorktown area.
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February 2023 by Jeffrey Gotch
Was an awesome experience, we had some issues, on our end not the park's, and the rangers went above n beyond to ensure a good camping trip and to make sure we were alright. Totally plan on coming back.
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February 2023 by Carl Drechsel
Very quiet serene great picnic areas and easy walking trails ... staff is exceptional friendly and always wanting to assist
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February 2023 by Edgar Jones
The history of the area is worth it alone, but the the camp sites are Clean, spacious, and quiet. All of the Rangers were awesome too! Very modern amenities are available, all the sites minus the tent ones are electric & water. The dump station is directly across from the sites.
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February 2022 by Wyatt M
Love this place it is clean and beautiful
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February 2022 by Jim Rogowski
Very nice, clean, quiet campground.
