Craig Creek Recreation Area
Campground · Virginia · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 30
- People per site
- 1,157 ft
- Elevation
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.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Up to 30 people per site
- Loops: CRAIG CREEK RECREATION AREA
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
1 campsite at Craig Creek Recreation Area
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | CRAIG CREEK RECREATION AREA | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | Riverfront | — | 30 | 🐾 |
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.
37.62042, -79.97641 · 37°37'13.5"N 79°58'35.1"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.5 | 3.0 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 4.0 | 3.2 | 3.2 | 3.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Craig Creek Recreation Area
- Can you reserve a site at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
- Yes, Craig Creek Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Craig Creek Recreation Area have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area.
- Are campfires allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
- Campfires are allowed at Craig Creek Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Craig Creek Recreation Area
- Fenwick Mines Pavilion 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Steel Bridge Campground 13.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Morris Hill Campground 21.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Creek 22.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Coles Point 22.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fenwick Mines Day Use Area 5.5 mi · Facility
- The Pines Campground 5.6 mi · Campground
- Roaring Run Day Use Area 7.5 mi · Facility
- Potts Slope Shooting Range 14.3 mi · Facility
- White Sulphur Springs National Fish Hatchery 21.3 mi · Facility
- Greenwood Point Campground 23.4 mi · Campground
- Peaks of Otter Visitor Center (Milepost 85.6) 23.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 540-552-4641
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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