Camp Eagle Point
Located on Kerr Reservoir (Buggs Island Lake) in Mecklenburg County, Virginia, Eagle Point is a short-term camping facility. It is used by individual units and districts for camporees. This beautiful piece of property is about 120 acres over three peninsulas and is leased from the Army Corps of Engineers. There is a boat ramp just outside the property but no drinking water source so units must provide their own drinking water. It is primitive in nature with only pit latrines.
It is patrolled by the Corps of Engineers; persons in the camp without a permit are subject to being removed. The council property encompasses the finger-shaped points that jut out into the Kerr Res. between the water tower and Eagle Point Landing.
This camp is basically a wilderness short-term camp. There is no drinking water source.
For GPS navigation use address 3500-3984 Taylor Ferry Rd, Boydton, VA
Short Term Camping
Camp Eagle Point is available year round for short-term unit camping. Camp Eagle Point is a beautiful secluded area ideal for wilderness camping. There are two distinct camping areas:
Camping Area 1
Camping Area 1 is on the easternmost point in Camp Eagle Point. It is the most developed of the three areas, having one picnic shelter and two latrines. There is room for four average-sized units to camp in Camping Area 1, although two units will have to share each latrine. Camping Area 1 can be reached by vehicle, although the road may become difficult in wet weather. If the unit wishes to use the picnic shelter in Camping Area 1, the tour permit application should so indicate. The shelter will be assigned to the first unit making the request.
Since Camping Area 1 is the most used area in Camp Eagle Point, units camping in this area must use the latrines provided; units will not dig temporary latrines in Camping Area 1.
Camping Area 2
Camping Area 2 is on the middle point in Camp Eagle Point. It is more rugged than Camping Area 1 in that there are no latrines or facilities at Camping Area 2 other than one picnic shelter. There is room for two units in Camping Area 2, but only one would have the use of the picnic shelter.
Camping Area 2 can he reached by vehicle, although the road may become impassible in wet weather. If the unit wishes to use the picnic shelter in Camping Area 2 please reserve in Black Pug. The shelter will be assigned to the first unit making the request.
Availability and Reservations
Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve one of the points for camping or one of the two pavilions download the please complete the online registration.
Directions
From Richmond: Camp Eagle Point is reached via Interstate 85 or U. S. Route 1 south from Petersburg. At South Hill, go west on U.S. Route 58 to Boydton. At Boydton, take Business Route 58 into the center of town to a blinker light. Turn left in front of the Courthouse onto Route 707; go one block and turn right on Route 766. Follow Route 756 until reaching the intersection with Route 705 on the left; turn left on Route 705. At Route 823 (watch for a white church) Route 705 becomes an unpaved road. Continue on Route 705 into camp. The camp gate is on your right and is marked with a stone wall gateway.
This camp is not staffed if you need assistance please call 804.355.4306
For GPS navigation use address 3500-3984 Taylor Ferry Rd, Boydton, VA
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SUMMARY OF CAMPING GUIDELINES FOR
CAMP EAGLE POINT
RESERVATIONS: Reservation may be made in person, by mail or email. Reservations must be received no later than 7 days prior to the requested use of camp. Camp use is on a first-come, first-served basis.
PARKING: All vehicles must park in one of the designated parking areas. Parking along roads on the roads is not permitted.
LIGHTS & STOVES: Liquid fuel lights and stoves may only be used under adult supervision. A 12” minimum clearance from trees and overhanging branches in required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: All waste materials must be disposed of properly. Combustible trash may be burned in the campsite. All other waste must be removed from camp property.
FIRES: Build all campfires on the surface of the ground. Check with the Division of Forestry concerning possible fire restrictions. Use proper approved fire procedures as defined in the Boy Scout Handbook. All fires must be out cold before leaving the camping area.
TREES: Do not cut or mark any trees without permission from the Camp Ranger. Do not clear underbrush from the edges of the campsite or clean the ground of leaf fall.
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, fireworks and firearms are not permitted on camp property. Offenders will be subject to immediate dismissal from camp property.
FISHING: All fishing must be conducted in accordance with the Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries regulations.
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE: The group assumes all liability for abusive damages to camp facilities or equipment.
Eagle Point is not a staffed camp. Please inform the Council if you are not able to make your trip. 804.355.4306
Eagle Point is not a staffed camp. If you have experienced any maintanance or use issues please report those to the Council Service Center after your trip. 804.355.4306
The Heart of Virginia Scout Reservation works to ensure quality facilities. In the event, you need to cancel or make changes to your reservation that would result in an overpayment or refund request. The cancellations rules are canceled requests made 3 weeks or more prior to reservation, 100% refund or credit will be awarded. Canceled requests made less than 3 weeks prior but more than 2 weeks prior to the reservation will result in a 50% credit to be used in future reservations. Cancelations requests made less than 2 weeks prior to the reservations will result in no refunds or credits.
All facilities need to be clean and in good condition before you leave. If you have any issues, please contact a camp ranger or the camp master.
