Caldwell Fields Group Campground
Open for the 2026 season through November 1. Reservations available via Recreation.gov at $35 per night per field. Gate code required for entry; contact Eastern Divide Ranger District weekdays 8am-4pm prior to arrival to obtain the combination.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 7:24PM EDT until July 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, including the following areas, Alleghany NC, Ashe and Watauga, Virginia, including the following areas, Alleghany VA, Bath, Bland, Botetourt, Carroll, Craig, Floyd, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockbridge, Smyth, Tazewell and Wythe, and southeast West Virginia, including the following areas, Eastern Greenbrier, Mercer, Monroe, Summers and Western Greenbrier. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving cold front combined with an upper level disturbance will bring widespread heavy rain to the region. Rain will sometimes be torrential and could cause urban, small stream, or flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Caldwell Fields Group Campground is a rustic camping destination in Jefferson National Forest, about 20 minutes from Blacksburg, Virginia. The campground consists of two adjacent grassy fields, George and Milton, which can be reserved separately or together. Each field accommodates groups of up to 50 people with space for 20 vehicles; when combined, the capacity reaches 100 people and 40 vehicles. This is an old-fashioned camping experience with few amenities. Each field has fire rings, picnic tables, and access to a shared vault toilet, but there is no potable water, electricity, hookups, or trash service. Campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash. The campground sits in a narrow valley flanked by National Forest lands with large shade trees providing cover. Craig Creek meanders along the edge of the fields, offering opportunities to splash in cool waters or fish for stocked trout (Virginia fishing license required). Note that the area is within a floodplain with flash flood potential. Cell service is typically unavailable. Amplified music and fireworks are prohibited.
Directions
From Blacksburg (junction of North Main Street and US 460), follow US 460 west for 2.8 miles. Turn right on Craig Creek Road (SR 621) and go 8.8 miles. The road turns to gravel after 4 miles. Caldwell Fields are on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gannis@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (540) 552-4641 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Caldwell Fields Page |
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