Horseshoe Point Park Campground - Campground near Henry, Virginia, United States - Nearby

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1. Salthouse Branch Park Campground

Salthouse Branch Park is located on Philpott Lake; a deep, clear water, pristine 3000 acre impoundment in mountainous terrain with a beautiful natural shoreline. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County, VA. near the small community of Henry. The park offers both camping and day use facilities that includes 93 campsites, 26 campsites with water and electricity, hot water, showerhouse, restrooms, swimming beaches, boat ramps, a courtesy dock, one sanitary dump station, a group picnic shelter, an amphitheater, a playground, a 1/2 mile loop nature trail and Park Attendant services. For additional information please call (540) 365-7005 or (276) 629-2703.

Elevation: 121 ft

Henry, Virginia, United States

1.9 miles
2. Goose Point Park Campground

Goose Point Park is located on Philpott Lake, a deep, clear, pristine, 3000 acre impoundment with a natural shoreline and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5300 acres of public recreational lands. Goose Point Park offers camping facilities. Facilities include 63 campsites, 53 with electricity and water, one swim beach, one boat ramp, courtesy dock, fishing pier, two hot water shower houses, one sanitary dump stations, amphitheater, a playground and Park Attendant services

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Bassett, Virginia, United States

2.0 miles
3. Fairy Stone State Park Campground

Fairy Stone State Park is home of the mysterious "fairy stones." It is one of the six original Virginia state parks to open on June 15, 1936. The treasured stone so prevalent in the region, beautiful scenery, rich history and ample recreational opportunities make Fairy Stone one of the favorites of park visitors. Roanoke newspaper publisher Junius B. Fishburn donated the 4537-acre site, making it the largest of the six original parks and one of the largest to this day. The Legend of the Fairy Stone: Many hundreds of years before Chief Powhatan's reign, fairies were dancing around a spring of water, when an elfin messenger arrived from a city far away. He brought news of the death of Christ. When these creatures of the forest heard the story of the crucifixion, they wept. As their tears fell upon the earth, they crystallized to form beautiful stones. When the fairies disappeared from the enchanted place, ground about the spring and the adjacent valley was strewn with these mementos of the event. For many years people held these little crosses in superstitious awe, firm in the belief that they protected the wearer against witchcraft, sickness, accidents and disaster. Fairy stones are staurolite, a combination of silica, iron and aluminum. Together, these minerals crystallize in twin form, accounting for the crosslike structure. Found only in rocks that have been subjected to great heat and pressure, the stones are most commonly shaped like St. Andrew's and Roman crosses. The most sought after are those in the shape of the Maltese cross. Staurolite crosses are also found in the mountains of North Carolina and in Switzerland, but nowhere else in the world are they found in such abundance as in the vicinity of Fairy Stone State Park. Fairy Stone State Park comprises 4537 acres, and a 168 acre lake which spills into the Philpott Reservoir. A small dam and spillway separate the two lakes and does not allow for boat access from lake to lake. Only non-gasoline powered boats are allowed on Fairy Stone Lake.

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Stuart, Virginia, United States

4.1 miles
4. Rocky Knob Campground

Elevation: 3080 ft

Meadows of Dan, Virginia, United States

15.6 miles
5. Crazy Horse Campground

Closed as of September 2011

Elevation: 79 ft

Moneta, Virginia, United States

27.7 miles
6. Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

Although situated on the second largest body of freshwater in the state, Smith Mountain Lake State Park is not just for water enthusiasts. In addition to a full range of water related activities, including swimming, fishing and boating, the park offers miles of hiking trails, cabins, primitive camping, picnicking, a visitor center and interpretive programs. Size: 1,248 acres.

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Huddleston, Virginia, United States

31.5 miles
7. Claytor Lake State Park Campground

Located on the 4,500 acre, 21 mile long Claytor Lake (from which the park was named) in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. Easily accessible from Interstate 81, the park features the only full service marina in the state park system. In addition, there are miles of hiking trails, swimming, camping facilities, cabins and a visitor center. The visitor center is located in the historic Howe House. The lake and the park are named after Graham Claytor (1886-1971), who was vice president of Appalachian Power and supervised construction of the dam. Claytor Lake State Park covers 472 acres. Lake size, 4,500 acres; 21 miles long. The park has approximately three miles of lake frontage.

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Dublin, Virginia, United States

34.7 miles
8. New River Trail State Park - Millrace Campground

This campground overlooks the New River. There is no vehicular access to the campground. There is a short hike to the sites from the parking lot. There are 12 primitive tent camping sites and nine group primitive tent camping sites. Group sites must be rented in groups of three or more until all other Millrace sites are reserved. Once all of the Millrace sites are reserved, the group sites may be reserved individually. Note: This campground is 24 miles from Cliffview Campground. All sites are timbered and marked. Each has a fire ring, lantern post, picnic table, access to the New River Trail and non-flush toilet. Drinking water is available. One site, MR012, is handicapped accessible and is reserved last if not required for a handicapped camper. There is no life-guarded swimming. The New River's current is unpredictable and potentially dangerous; underwater hazards are possible.

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Foster Falls, Virginia, United States

43.8 miles
9. New River Trail State Park - Baker Island Campground Campground

Baker Island Campground (Foster Falls) has seven very primitive sites. Before making a reservation, carefully read the entire description for this campground and this document (PDF) that describes this campground's particular regulations. The sites are on an island accessed only by boat and are available year-round. Reservations are strongly encouraged because prior registration of a site on Baker Island is required, even for walk-ins. Campers must park their vehicles at the lower boat launch since access to Baker Island is only by kayak or canoe. Visitors must display their confirmation letter on the dash to prevent their vehicle from being towed. Same-day reservations are acceptable, but campers must have access to a fax machine or pick up the confirmation letter from the park's Foster Falls office if there is insufficient time to receive the letter by mail.

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Foster Falls, Virginia, United States

44.1 miles
10. White Rocks Campground

This 34-site campground, located in Giles County, is located in a secluded forest setting. A small creek meanders through several campsites and there are excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife. The campground contains 34 sites located around two loops. Three of the sites are large enough to accommodate groups of 12-15 people.

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Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

47.6 miles

Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site.

Horseshoe Point Park Campground - Campground near Henry, Virginia, United States - Nearby

1. Salthouse Branch Park Campground

2. Goose Point Park Campground

3. Fairy Stone State Park Campground

4. Rocky Knob Campground

5. Crazy Horse Campground

6. Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

7. Claytor Lake State Park Campground

8. New River Trail State Park - Millrace Campground

9. New River Trail State Park - Baker Island Campground Campground

10. White Rocks Campground

1. Fairy Stone State Park

2. Smart View Loop

3. Waid Recreation Park

4. Rock Castle Gorge Trail

5. Stiles Falls

6. Bottom Creek Gorge / Bent Mountain Falls

7. Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve

8. Happy Hollow Trails

9. Chestnut Ridge Trail

10. Falls Ridge Natural Preserve