Craig Creek Recreation Area
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. Overnight camping is prohibited in the day-use area.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 30 / 10 | 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 |
Craig Creek may be reserved for groups of 30 or less. There is 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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Blacksburg, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 37.6204° N, 79.9764° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- There is a day-use area adjacent to the campground that is not reservable.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | MT Joy RV ↗ | 16.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | H&H Outdoors ↗ | 16.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
Craig Creek is located 20 minutes from New Castle, VA.
- 5.5 miFenwick Mines Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 7.5 miRoaring Run Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 14.3 miPotts Slope Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miCraig Creek2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miTucker0.9 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 2 miHelms1.6 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 2.4 miLoop1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 2.5 miKelly1.3 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 2.9 miElmore1.6 mi trail · hiking, 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
- 5.4 miBarbours Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,507 acres
- 10.8 miShawvers Run Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,773 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
Historic landmarks nearby
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.
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Sites at Craig Creek Recreation Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Craig Creek Recreation Area have?
1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Craig Creek has a small swimming hole and canoes may access the creek as well. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Blacksburg, Virginia. Craig Creek is located 20 minutes from New Castle, VA.
Source: Getting there
What if Craig Creek Recreation Area is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are The Pines Campground (5.6 mi, first-come), Steel Bridge Campground (13.8 mi), and Morris Hill Campground (21.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby