Rocky Knob Campground
Located on the famous Blue Ridge Parkway in the hills of rural Virginia, Rocky Knob Campground is nestled amid rolling meadowlands with impressive displays of seasonal flowers, endless night skies and green pastures. Numerous nearby overlooks and the winding parkway provide an ideal backdrop for a traditional camping experience.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 53 |
| RV, no hookups | 27 |
| Tent-only | 25 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 38 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
106 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | A | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| A02 | A | Standard | Back-in | 19 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| A03 | A | Standard | 23 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| A04 | A | Standard | 23 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| A05 | A | Standard | Back-in | 15 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| A06 | A | Standard | Back-in | 17 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| A07 | A | Standard | Pull-through | 31 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| A08 | A | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| A09 | A | Standard | Back-in | 16 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| A10 | A | Standard | 15 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
Rocky Knob Campground combines the exhilaration of a traditional outdoor camping experience with modern amenities like flush toilets, dump station, and drinking water. Both RV and tent sites are available, each equipped with picnic tables, lantern poles, and fire rings/grills--perfect for picnics, barbecues or late night s'mores. The campground almost always has campsites available. In addition to the 44 sites available for advanced reservation, 62 campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The sites must be booked in person at the campground kiosk. Primitive Backcountry Camping is available at Rock Castle Gorge.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Rocky Knob Campground is located at Milepost 167.1 on Blue Ridge Parkway, 1.8 miles south of the intersection of the Parkway and State Route 8, about 8 miles (13 km) from the town of Floyd, or about 90 minutes south of Roanoke by car.
| Coordinates | 36.8314° N, 80.3444° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | under 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Fire Rescue and Tactical ↗ | 22.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 42.1 mi |
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On the National Register nearby
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Natural features
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway that stretches almost 500 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through North Carolina and Virginia. It offers plenty of natural attractions and recreational opportunities for visitors, as well as a cross-section of Appalachian mountain history from pre-historic times to early European settlements, and on to today. Rocky Knob Campground, one of the first established sites along the Blue Ridge Parkway, is home to several famous geological attractions. Rock Castle Gorge, known for its beautiful rock crystalline quartz formations, was once home to several mountain families. Visitors can still find remnants of their old apple orchards and abandoned stone chimneys along parkway trails.
Recreation
The campground is located in the Rocky Knob Recreation area, surrounded by more than 4,000 acres of forest. The site offers easy access to the Rock Castle Gorge Trail, a 10.8-mile (17.4 km) loop trail ranging in elevation from 1,700 to 3,572 feet (518 to 1,089 m). Rock Castle Gorge, a 1,500-foot (457 m) ravine carved by the waters of Rock Castle Creek, is the focal point of this trail, offering hikers breathtaking scenery. Black Ridge Trail: a moderate 3-mile loop passing through the forest on a seldom-used gravel road and through a meadow. Accessed from the Rocky Knob Visitor Center. Numerous tours and interpretive talks are given near the Gorge and surrounding trails during the summer, offering campers the chance to learn more about the area's historical significance and abundant plants and wildlife.
Nearby
The nearby town of Floyd offers entertainment, shopping, food, gas and lodging. There are also multiple wineries nearby that offer tours and tastings. Visit Mabry Mill at milepost 176 near Meadows of Dan, Virginia. The campground is about 30 miles from Mount Airy, North Carolina, the birthplace of actor Andy Griffith and the inspiration for the fictional TV-series town of Mayberry. Mount Airy also offers grocery stores, gas stations and medical facilities.
Guidebooks for Blue Ridge Parkway
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Lonely Planet Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trips 2Amy C. Balfour and Virginia Maxwell, 2022Find at Bookshop.org- Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, Revised and Expanded EditionLeonard M. Adkins and J. Richard Wells, 2018Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Rocky Knob Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Rocky Knob Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Rocky Knob Campground have?
110 sites, including 53 standard sites without power, 27 RV sites without hookups, 25 tent-only sites, and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Rocky Knob Campground?
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Rocky Knob Campground?
Rocky Knob Campground combines the exhilaration of a traditional outdoor camping experience with modern amenities like flush toilets, dump station, and drinking water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Rocky Knob Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Rocky Knob Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Rocky Knob Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Rocky Knob Campground?
The campground is located in the Rocky Knob Recreation area, surrounded by more than 4,000 acres of forest. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Rocky Knob Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Camping (1.8 mi), Horseshoe Point (15.5 mi), and Goose Point (16 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Rocky Knob Campground in?
Rocky Knob Campground is a Blue Ridge Parkway campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Blue Ridge Parkway