Craig Creek Recreation Area

About this campsite

Overview

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. There is a day-use area adjacent to the campground that is not reservable. Overnight camping is prohibited in the day-use area.

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.

Facilities

Craig Creek may be reserved for groups of 30 or less. There is an 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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

Craig Creek is located 20 minutes from New Castle, VA.

Location

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33° / 17°

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31° / 23°

💧 24%

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31° / 21°

💧 59%

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27° / 20°

💧 70%

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34° / 19°

💧 47%

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within 50km

8.9 km away

Fenwick Mines Pavilion

Overview With ample parking, plenty of picnic tables and three barbcue grills, the Fenwick Mines Pavilion is a great option to host your next outdoor get togther. The pavilion is part of the larger Fenwick Mines Day-Use Area which includes one-mile of trail, picnic areas, and small fishing pond. Recreation Access to the overlook on Bald Mountain and access to the gated Mill Creek Road, a popular 'trail' by mountain bikers and horses (closed to motor vehicles). Horseshoe pits Fishing pond 3/4 mile long Wetlands Trail and 1/4 mile long Nature Trail Facilities Vault Toilets Picnic Tables Three large barbecue grills Horseshoe Pits Natural Features Located at the base of Bald Mountain and adjacent to Mill Creek in Craig County, Fenwick is surrounded by natural beauty that invites further exploration. A one-mile stroll through the forest and large wetlands area will take you to the falls at Fenwick, a picturesque, small multi-tiered waterfall.

22.3 km away

STEEL BRIDGE CAMPGROUND

Overview Steel Bridge Group Campground provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities. There are three well shaded camping sites for available for small group camping. Recreation Steel Bridge Group Camping provides old-fashioned, rustic group and family camping. Visitors enjoy splashing in the cool water of Potts Creek that edges the campground. Potts Creek is a stocked trout stream and has a small swimming hole as well as many rock ledges and small falls to play in. Facilities There are three color coded campsites -- Red, White and Blue. "Red" and "Blue" have a maximum occupancy of 25 people and 10 vehicles per site. Larger groups must reserve more than one site. "White" campsite has a maximum capacity of 10 people and three vehicles. There is no minimum occupancy at any site. All camping must be within the designated campsites. Tents, vehicles, etc., cannot be outside the boundary of your campsites. The area adjacent to the entrance gate is for day-use only. It is open to ALL permit holders of the three reservable campsites and is not for overnight use. Each group area contains a group fire ring and picnic tables. Two primitive toilets are located within the campground. There is no potable water and no hookups. Natural Features The campground is set in a narrow valley, flanked by National Forest land. Potts Crees lies adjacent to the campground. Nearby Attractions Steel Bridge is located 5 minutes from Paint Bank, VA, and 25 minutes from New Castle, VA.