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The Occoneechee State Park gets its name from the Native American people who once lived in the area for several hundred years. The state park is situated on the John H. Kerr Reservoir, or also referred to as the Buggs Island Lake, and is a popular destination for boaters and anglers. Facilities in the park include boat ramps, a playground, amphitheater, several picnic shelters, an equestrian campground, campsites, cabins, and a private concession area providing snacks and boat rentals. There are twenty miles of trails ideal for horseback riding, biking, and hiking throughout the Occoneechee State Park as well.

1192 Occoneechee Park Rd, Clarksville, VA 23927, Phone: 434-374-2210

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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