It’s no secret that the great outdoors is a huge draw for tourists to our part of Virginia.
Camping has become an increasingly popular way to experience all that Floyd County and its surrounding areas have to offer.
According to a recent analysis from the North American Camping Report, more than seventy-seven million households have someone who camps at least occasionally.  The report also indicates that the groups showing the most rapid increase in interest for camping are Millennials and Gen-Xers.
Whether camping as a family, venturing out with friends, or escaping the office with co-workers, never have there been so many options for spending a night under the stars in the Blue Ridge.
Group camping – often referred to as ‘buddy camping’ or ‘communal camping’ – is a fast-growing trend among travelers.  To provide for this activity, Floyd County’s Chantilly Farm is hard at work on creating a village camping concept at their 200-acre campground and events venue. Guests will be given the option to choose from a variety of sites, including Creekside, Woodland, or premium sites that include electricity.  All will be perfectly suited for group camping experiences.
“As the idea of community resonates with more and more people, we find that interest in group-camping has grown significantly.  Whether it’s a team-building retreat, or just a group of friends, people want to step out into nature together where there are fewer distractions, so they can be present and truly connect,” says Ashleigh Ward, Chantilly Farm’s Director of Planning and Business Development.
Located on Franklin Pike in Southeastern Floyd County, Chantilly Farm has recently formed a partnership with Blue Mountain Adventures to provide new group-camping and glamping opportunities.  These thoughtfully-designed spaces will feature shared fire pits, seating, picnic tables, bell tents and other fun elements, with plenty of space to pitch extra tents.  Additionally, the camping areas will be in close proximity to Chantilly Farm’s recently-expanded hiking and mountain biking trails.
The very first installation at Blue Mountain Village is a 14’x16’ platform tent, complete with an 8’ covered porch, queen size bed, two comfy chairs that turn into single beds, a propane grill, potable water, silverware, dishes, table lanterns, and drinking glasses.
The venue is also adding a 9-hole disc golf leisure course, to be completed this spring.

To learn more about reserving a group-camping experience for your team, friends, or family, contact Ashleigh Ward at ashleigh@chantillyfarm.com or call 540-808-4984.

Chantilly Farm • www.chantillyfarm.com
Ashleigh Ward • ashleigh@chantillyfarm.com
540-353-5898 • 2697 Franklin Pike SE, Floyd, VA 24091
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