Boley Field Group Campground
Boley Field Group Campground 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.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boley Field | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 50 / 20 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Boley Field is available for groups of 50 or less. The field has an entrance gate and contains a group fire ring, picnic tables, standing grill and vault toilet. There is no potable water, no hookups and no trash collection. Please pack out everything you bring!
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April 1 to November 1 |
| Forest | George Washington & Jefferson National Forest |
| Booking | Boley Field Group Campground Reservation Information at Recreation.gov |
| Fees | $35 per night. Reservations required at recreation.gov |
| Rules | Site is limited to 25 people and 10 vehicles. |
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Blacksburg (junction of North Main Street and US 460) follow US 460 west for 3 miles. Turn left on FS 708 at the Giles County line. Go 4.5 miles. Boley Field gate is on the left. Park Address: 4145 Straley Valley, Blacksburg, Virginia, 24060
| Nearest town | Blacksburg, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 37.2490° N, 80.5279° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Walkabout Outfitter ↗ | 7.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 32 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Boley Field is located 20 minutes from Blacksburg, VA, home of the Virginia Tech Hokies. The New River is minutes away which offers a 'big' river experience.
- 4 miPandapas Pond Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 4.5 miBlacksburg Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 8.1 miCascades Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miPoverty Creek ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miIndian Pipe0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miTrillium0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miSkullcap1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miQueen Anne0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miPrickly Pear0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest.
- inGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,487,961 acres
- 8.6 miMountain Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 16,525 acres
- 10.6 miBrush Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,795 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Walnut SpringBuilding · Kanodes Mill · 2.6 mi
- Joseph McDonald FarmBuilding · Prices Fork · 3.4 mi
- Evans House No. 2Building · Prices Fork · 3.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is located at the base of Brush Mountain in a narrow valley along Poverty Creek. The surrounding forest provides shade. The road to the camping area is unpaved and vehicles towing a trailer will hit the ground at the creek crossing.
Recreation
Poverty Creek is adjacent to the picnic area where visitors can enjoy splashing in its cool waters. Poverty Creek is also stocked with trout, providing good fishing opportunites for anglers. Hikers and mountain bikers can easily access the 17-mile Poverty Creek Trail System from the site.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Boley Field Group Campground?
Sites at Boley Field Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Boley Field Group Campground Reservation Information at Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Boley Field Group Campground?
$35 per night. Reservations required at recreation.gov
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Boley Field Group Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Boley Field Group Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April 1 to November 1.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Boley Field Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Boley Field Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boley Field Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Boley Field Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Site is limited to 25 people and 10 vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Boley Field Group Campground?
Poverty Creek is adjacent to the picnic area where visitors can enjoy splashing in its cool waters. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Boley Field Group Campground?
Blacksburg, Virginia. Boley Field is located 20 minutes from Blacksburg, VA, home of the Virginia Tech Hokies.
Source: Getting there
What if Boley Field Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Caldwell Fields Group Campground (12.6 mi), White Rocks Campground (12.7 mi, first-come), and White Cedar Horse Camp (19.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby