The Richmond International Raceway has been part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule since 1953. The races typically fall in May and September of each year. While some fans stay in nearby hotels, others enjoy the camping experience around the track. Fans can camp on the track's campgrounds or other campgrounds in the Richmond area.
Features
Meadowbridge Park Lot J provides first-come first-served camping for recreational vehicles (RV), campers and motor homes. The lot sits adjacent to Meadowbridge Road, just north of the race track. Fan can buy lot entry passes prior to the race or upon arrival at the track's ticket booth. Passes can also be purchased at Gate 14.
The admission charge for the Meadowbridge Lot J camping is $80 for two days and $60 for Saturday. The campground gates open at 7 a.m. and campers have to enter by 11 p.m. The campgrounds have portable bathroom units. Water pumping services are available for a fee. Meadowbridge Lot J does not offer utilities or bathing and shower areas.
Reserved Camping
There are reserved spots for camping. However, as of 2010, there are no spaces available and there was a waiting list. The track's official website, rir.com, does track the availability of the reserved camping lots.
Camping Rules
Tents, campfires, golf carts, ATV's, and motorized bikes or scooters are prohibited from the track's campgrounds. All flags, flagpoles, and banners must be lower than the top of the camper or RV. Radios, sound systems, and external generators have to be shut off by midnight. A full list of the rules is located on the track's official website.
Campgrounds Near the Track
Fans unable to camp on the track's campgrounds may choose a nearby campground. Americamps Campground and Kosmo Village are between 5 to 10 miles from the track. The other campgrounds within 35 miles from the track are King's Dominion Campground, Spring Gardens, Hidden Acres KOA, Woodbourne Kampground, Cozy Acres Campground, and Lake Jordan.
Camping on Private Property
Some residents near the facility will allow camping on their property for a fee. This could be land on their front and back lawn, or fields they may own. Some of these owners will place signs on their property but check the local news sources for ads too.
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