Comers Rock Recreation Area
Open seasonally from mid-April through late October. Currently open for the 2026 season. Sites are first-come, first-served at $5 per night. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own water. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:24AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of North Carolina, including the following areas, Alleghany NC, Ashe, Surry, Watauga and Wilkes and southwest Virginia, including the following areas, Carroll, Floyd, Grayson and Patrick. * WHEN...From 11 AM EDT this morning through Sunday evening. * 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. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Upslope rainfall from a rather strong southeasterly Low level jet from the remnants of Isaias will bring increased precipitation along the crest of the southern Blue Ridge from Floyd county extending southwestward to Watauga county. Widespread rainfall totals of 2-4 inches with locally higher totals in the 5-6 range will be possible, especially for areas like Meadows of Dan, Boone, and Blowing Rock. These higher totals may lead to isolated instances of landslides along slopes that have been modified by humans like embankments or cut slopes. These areas may also see increased rises on local streamflows that may lead to flooding across low-water crossings. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 1:24AM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Grayson, Smyth, and Tazewell Counties. In West Virginia, Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong easterly to southeasterly winds from the remnants of Isaias will move over the region today into Sunday, which may lead to downed trees and power poles and subsequently power outages across higher terrain locations from NW North Carolina to SE West Virginia.
About
Comers Rock Recreation Area is a small primitive campground perched at 3,800 feet on Iron Mountain within the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area of the Jefferson National Forest. The site features a historic log picnic shelter with a large stone fireplace constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through late October on a first-come, first-served basis. The area offers exceptional hiking access with long-distance trails into Little Dry Run Wilderness departing from near the campground. A short walk leads to Comers Rock Overlook, the site of a former fire tower, where hikers can enjoy panoramic 360-degree mountain views. The Unaka Nature Trail provides an interpretive hiking experience. Hale Lake, located less than two miles away, offers fishing opportunities for stocked trout as well as hiking trails and canoeing. Access is via gravel Forest Service Road 57 from VA Route 21, approximately 21 miles southwest of Wytheville. The primitive nature of this campground means no potable water is available; campers must bring their own water supply. Vault toilets are provided. This is a rustic destination best suited for tent camping and smaller vehicles due to the gravel road access.
Directions
From I-81: Take Wytheville exit 67, 70, or 73 onto US 11 (Main Street). On the west end of town, continue straight onto VA Route 21 south. Follow VA 21 south for 17 miles, then turn right onto gravel Forest Service Road 57 and follow it west for 4 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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