AT Trout Creek to Dragon's Tooth/Lost Spectacles Gap - Hiking trail near Catawba, Virginia, United States - Nearby

1. Steel Bridge Campground

This primitive campground, located in northern Craig County, consists of 12 camping spurs along a dirt road. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring; most are large enough to accommodate small RVs. Potts Creek, a stocked trout stream, flows adjacent to Steel Bridge. The campground is open from April 1 to December 7.

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Covington, Virginia, United States

14.7 miles

2. Fenwick Mines Campground

Elevation: 133 ft

Oriskany, Virginia, United States

15.0 miles

3. The Pines Campground

The Pines is a rustic campground in a wooded setting in northern Craig County. It is adjacent to Barbours Creek, a stocked trout stream. There are 17 campsites designed for tents but recreational vehicles up to 6 feet can be accommodated. There are no electric hookups. The area is open from April 1 to December 7. 17 campsites each with gravel parking spur, picnic table, fire ring, lantern post and tent pad. Most sites are designed for tents but recreational vehicles up to 16 feet can be accommodated. There are no electric hookups.

Elevation: 1800 ft

Oriskany, Virginia, United States

16.3 miles

4. 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

16.5 miles

5. Craig Creek Campground

Elevation: 100 ft

Oriskany, Virginia, United States

20.1 miles

6. Peaks Of Otter Campground

The Parkway operates a 144-site campground at the foot of Sharp Top mountain, with sites for 92 tents and 52 trailers or RV's. Facilities include water, comfort stations with flush toilets and cold running water sinks, but no showers or hook-ups. Camping is only permitted in established campgrounds. Peaks of Otter Campground, located off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 86, is family oriented and positioned next to Abbott Lake. It provides easy access to a magnificent trail system with some of the most beautiful scenery in Virginia. Abundant wildlife, such as deer and wild turkey, are a daily sight at the Peaks of Otter campground. Summer interpretive programs are provided. Fishing opportunities are available at Abbott Lake. Virginia State fishing license required. Swimming is not allowed. The Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant are located within walking distance of the campground. The Lodge contains a restaurant, country store and gift shop. The Johnson Farm has been restored to look as it did in the 1930s, featuring living history demonstrations in the summer. The Peaks are made up of three mountains--Sharp Top (elevation 3,875), Flat Top (elevation 4,001 feet), and Harkening Hill (elevation 3,375 feet). The Peaks of Otter Visitor Center is located at 2,545 feet by way of comparison. Bus rides to within 1,500 feet of the Sharp Top summit are available.

Elevation: 2600 ft

Bedford, Virginia, United States

32.7 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

32.9 miles

8. Middle Creek Campground

Located in the Jefferson National Forest. Middle Creek Campground in 1.2 miles from the Appalachian Trailhead on jennings Creek Rd. We have a camp store, snack bar, laundry, showers, swimming pool and pond, white fuel & dna by the ounce. Contact us at 540.254.2550 with any questions! or email at [email protected]

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Buchanan, Virginia, United States

32.9 miles

9. Colon Hollow Shelter Campground

This site is not accessible to most wheelchair users; however, visitors with other impairments may find the site usable. The access routes are not accessible due to surface, slope, and width restrictions. The campsites, hiking trails, restrooms, water source, and picnic and parking areas are not accessible.

Elevation: 107 ft

Natural Bridge, Virginia, United States

35.2 miles

10. North Creek Campground

North Creek Campground is a small 14-site area located on the banks of North Creek, a popular stream for trout fishing in Botetourt County. Several campsites are located "creek side." Each campsite includes a picnic table, serving table, fire ring/ grill combination, two lantern posts and designated areas for tents. All sites are wooded for shade and privacy. Camping, picnicking, fishing, hiking. Water hydrants are available throughout the campground. These hydrants are not threaded to fill potable water tanks. A trailer dump station is located on North Creek Road (FDR 59) approximately 1/2 mile from the campground.

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Arcadia, Virginia, United States

35.3 miles