Rooftop Tent Rally 2026

The 10th Annual Rooftop Tent Rally is held at James River State Park in Gladstone, Virginia, along the James River. It is a camping event for overlanders and rooftop tent campers that includes gear demonstrations, workshops, ranger led nature programs, and family activities. Ground tents and off-road trailers under 15 feet are welcome, but RVs and freestanding campers are not permitted.

Highlights

• Gear demos and workshops
• Live music and community campfire
• Chili cook-off
• Hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking
• Ranger led nature programs
• Kids programs and scavenger hunts