Salthouse Branch

620 Salthouse Branch Road
Henry, VA 24102

Notice

The reservation window from September 21st, 2026 - October 31st, 2026 for Salthouse Branch Campground is currently suspended due to expected park maintenance. This reservation window will open up once maintenance has been completed.

Jun 30, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027

Overview

Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry.

Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.

Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.

There are two hiking trails accessible from the park. The Dogwood Glen trail is a 4.5 mile out-and-back, multi-use trail open to hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The trail is moderate to strenuous in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to the Philpott Dam Tailrace. The Laurel Ridge trail is 2.25 miles out-and-back trail open to hikers and mountain bikers. It is moderate in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to Twin Ridge Park.

Facilities

The park offers both camping and day-use facilities, including 44 family sites with electric and water hookups and one group picnic shelter with electric and water. Also available are 46 primitive sites without utilities.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A beach, boat ramp, dock, playground, and amphitheater are also on-site.

Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar.

Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

Camp site features

Across 110 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 43 of 110 sites
Water hookups: 43 of 110 sites
Picnic table: 89 of 110 sites
Pets allowed: 89 of 110 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 110 sites
Longest RV: 90 ft
Largest party: 12 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From US 220, turn onto Henry Road (SR-605), go 6 miles; turn left onto Knob Church Road and go 2 miles. Turn left onto Salthouse Branch Road and follow signs to the entrance. GPS Users: Do not use SR-727 (Stoney Brook Lane) or SR-894 (Johnson Hill Road).

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

366 reviews

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James E

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Quiet and relaxing.

Sheri B

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Electrical at our selected site did not work. Had to move to another

Robert B

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Hosts were very friendly and courteous. Camping area clean. Picture of campsite online gives impression that the site is waterfront. Actually, you have to carry or drive your kayaks to the boat launch which is about 300 feet away. Lots of kids zooming around on electric bikes and boards, yelling. Kids being kids but I would recommend eliminating the use of motorized devices in the campground. Sites are close together without privacy vegetation. Water is so low that the boat ramp was closed to trailered boats. No fault of the campground, common this summer. Great price.

William H

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Staff was very friendly and helpful, beautiful area

Hilary S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

The lake was a big draw for us to camp here and the lake did not disappoint. The water is beautiful and clear and deep. We used paddle boards to explore the area close to our campground and also drove up to Ryans Branch to put in up there so we could see Calico Rock. That was spectacular! We came in late summer and didn't see any waterfalls but plan to come back in late spring so we can see those. The campground was well maintained. We reserved site 86 due to the size of our tent. A lot of the tent sites are *very* small. 86 was spacious and close to water and restrooms. Not a ton of trees to pick from to hang a closthesline or hammock but we made it work. We had a raccoon friend peek in our tent the first night :) keep your food in your car!

Jonathan L

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Great atmosphere.

Availability

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Season dates

Peak season

Apr 1, 2027 – Oct 30, 2027

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Peak season

Apr 1, 2028 – Oct 30, 2028

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