Craig Creek Recreation Area

FS USDA Forest Service · Blacksburg, VA · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed

Features

Rig Size Pull Through
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites1
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites1
SurfaceGravel

Location

37.62042, -79.97641 · 110 Southpark Drive , Blacksburg , VA 24060-6648

Description

Overview

Craig Creek Recreation Area provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities. The large open field is great for groups that wish to picnic and tent camp together. There is a day-use area adjacent to the campground that is not reservable. Overnight camping is prohibited in the day-use area.

Recreation

Craig Creek has a small swimming hole and canoes may access the creek as well. The creek is stocked with trout and can provide good fishing opportunites for anglers. A two-mile loop trail is located within the recreation area.

Facilities

Craig Creek may be reserved for groups of 30 or less. There is an an entrance gate, group fire ring, picnic table and vault toilet. There is no potable water and no camping hookups. The field is for tent camping only.

Natural Features

The recreation area is located in a narrow valley, flanked by National Forest land. The open field used for tent camping and is edged with large, shade trees.

Nearby Attractions

Craig Creek is located 20 minutes from New Castle, VA.

Directions

From New Castle: Follow US 615 east for 11 miles to SR 817 in Oriskany. Turn right on SR 817, go 1/2 mile then take right at sign for Craig Creek. Continue straight. Veer right for the camping area gate, while the left fork leads to the day use parking area.

Activities

CANOEING FISHING HIKING WATER ACTIVITIES

Details

Phone540-552-4641
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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