Hopper Creek Group Camp

Summary

Hopper Creek Group Camp provides a rustic experience in the Blue Ridge Mountains with hiking trails, tent pads, picnic tables, a campfire circle and a vault toilet. At the nearby Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area, visitors can enjoy a sandy beach, designated swimming area and covered picnic shelter. Natural Bridge State Park is also within 8 miles of the camping area with its 215 foot tall Natural Bridge and other attractions.

Overview

Hopper Creek Group Camp offers a rustic atmosphere under the trees for group camping. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area welcomes visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and relaxing atmosphere.

Recreation

A mowed, grassy area is available for games and organized activities. Hiking trails surround the area offering everything from short walks in and around Cave Mountain Lake to a full day hike along the nearby ridges. Backpacking opportunities are also available on the nearby Appalachian National Scenic Trail, in the James River Face Wilderness or in the Thunder Ridge Wilderness.

Facilities

The group camp can accommodate up to 50 people. It is designated for tent camping only, and tent pads are provided. The site is equipped with 12 picnic tables, a pedestal double grill, a large campfire circle and a vault toilet. Drinking water is not provided; campers must bring their own supply. Showers are available at nearby Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area at the beach bathhouse. The day use fee for Cave Mountain Lake would be applicable.

Natural Features

A small stream gurgles past the camping area flowing downstream into Hopper Creek on its way to the James River. The campground sits at an approximate elevation of 1,100 feet at the base of Thunder Ridge.

Nearby Attractions

Hopper Creek is 3 miles from Cave Mountain Lake, which offers a day use area with sandy beach, designated swimming area and covered picnic shelter. Natural Bridge State Park is within an 8 mile drive and offers visitors views of the 215 foot tall Natural Bridge and limestone gorge, 6 miles of hiking trails, a Monacan Indian village and the 30 foot cascades of Lace Falls. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are available in the nearby James River.