Stony Fork Cabin

Campground · Virginia · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Jefferson National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1
Bookable site
up to 4
People per site
1
Accessible site
2,379 ft
Elevation
STONY FORK CABIN
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Stony Fork Cabin is a cozy one-bedroom hideaway with most of the comforts of home. Visitors can hike, mountain bike, explore the many nearby creeks, or simply relax on the cabin's private patio.



The cabin is located within the Stony Fork Campground along the Big Walker Mountain Scenic Byway. The Appalachian Trail, Seven Sisters Trail, and stocked fishing streams are all within a close proximity, and the site is easily accessed from I-77. State hunting and fishing regulations and licensing requirements apply.

Recreation

The Big Walker Mountain Scenic Byway is an incredible drive for viewing the blooms of rhododendron, azalea and mountain laurel in spring, and fiery red and gold foliage in fall. Scenic overlooks highlights include views of Mount Rogers and the many ridges and valleys.



Experienced hikers love the Seven Sisters Trail, which leads from the campground to the top of Little Walker Mountain, then onto the Scenic Byway. 

The creek offers trout fishing for campers. State fishing regulations and licensing requirements apply.

Facilities

The 900 square foot log cabin has oak hardwood floors, a kitchen, full bathroom, and a living and dining area. It sleeps up to four guests with two twin beds and a sleeper sofa.

Cabin amenities include a private patio, cookware and utensils, a toaster, oven, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. A washer and dryer are available in the cabin. Behind the cabin is a picnic table and campfire ring with grate. Electricity and drinking water is included.

  • The unit does not have air conditioning, a phone or television. 
  • Campers are expected to bring their own bed linens, pillows, towels, flashlight, food, dish detergent, a first aid kit and trash bags. For outside enjoyment, visitors can bring lawn furniture and charcoal for the grill.
  • This cabin is not professionally cleaned between each renter. Renters are asked to bring basic cleaning and paper products (broom, mop, dustpan provided) and leave the cabin in good order for the next renter.

Natural Features

Stony Fork Cabin sits at the foot of Big Walker Mountain at an elevation of 2,400 feet. Its creekside setting provides a peaceful soundtrack of running water. In springtime, wildflowers and rhododendron dot the region with spectacular colors, and fall is reliably scenic with its red and yellow foliage.

Nearby Attractions

Stony Fork is in a natural forest setting at the foot of Big Walker Mountain and adjacent to the Big Walker Scenic Byway. The East Fork of Stony Fork Creek winds through the campground and provides water play and trout fishing. A one-mile nature trail will take campers through stands of pine and hardwoods, while the campground loop road itself is popular with walkers. For the more experienced hiker, Seven Sisters Trail leads from the campground to the top of Little Walker Mountain and back to the Scenic Byway.

Located within 10 miles of the cabin, the legendary Appalachian Trail extends for more than 2,175 miles through the Appalachian Mountains across 14 states. It was the first trail to be designated as a National Scenic Trail.

The facts

  • Season: early-April – late-November — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 1 bookable site
  • 1 accessible site
  • Up to 4 people per site
  • Loops: SFC

Site types

  • 1 Cabin Electric

Amenities

  • Water hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Grills
  • Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Stony Fork Cabin

Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
01SFCCabin Electric—Paved—4♿

Getting there

Stony Fork Cabin is located inside of Stony Fork Campground. Stony Fork Cabin is located at 109 Krenning Road. From I-77 take Exit 47, turn left onto Route 717 (Krenning Road) and follow for 4 miles to Stony Fork Campground on the left. The Cabin is located inside the campground . The Cabin and Campround is located approximately 10 miles north of Wytheville, VA .

37.01000, -81.18140 · 37°0'36.0"N 81°10'53.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 42°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F424654657379838277675646
Low °F242631394957616053413127
Precip in3.22.93.63.84.34.14.23.63.42.92.63.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

$65.00 nightly 

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Stony Fork Cabin

Can you reserve a site at Stony Fork Cabin?
Yes, Stony Fork Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Stony Fork Cabin have?
1 site.
Does Stony Fork Cabin have hookups?
Water.
Are campfires allowed at Stony Fork Cabin?
Campfires are allowed at Stony Fork Cabin. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Stony Fork Cabin also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Stony Fork Cabin's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $65 per night.

Restrictions:

  • No smoking, no pets. 4 person, 2 vehicle max.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Stony Fork Cabin

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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