Yurts


Historically used by nomads in the steppes of central Asia for more than 3,000 years, the yurt transcends cultural boundaries. Originally, yurts were constructed with bamboo or wood latticework and covered with animal hides or wool. The yurt was an efficient and portable home.

Collage of yurt featuresThe yurts found at Virginia State Parks are contemporary adaptations of the traditional structures. They provide a happy medium between camping in a tent and lodging in a full-service cabin. If you're looking for a comfortable camping experience without too much roughing it, a park yurt is definitely worth considering. While yurts don't come with electricity or climate control, Kiptopeke offers one deluxe yurt that includes those amenities.

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Map of parks with yurts

Parks with yurts.


Typical yurt

Claytor Lake yurtFirst Landing yurtsHungry Mother yurtYurt at Pocahontas

Interior of yurts

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