Comer's Rock Recreation Area
Open seasonally from mid-April through late October. First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations. Campers must bring their own drinking water. Bear safety food storage requirements in effect.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:30PM 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...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... - The remnants of Isaias will bring widespread rainfall along the crest of the southern Blue Ridge from Floyd County, Virginia to Watauga county, North Carolina. 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 1:27PM 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
Perched at 3,800 feet on Iron Mountain, Comer's Rock Recreation Area provides a rustic camping experience in Virginia's Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. The primitive campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and features vault toilets, though campers must bring their own drinking water. A highlight of the area is the historic log picnic shelter with its large stone fireplace, constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s. The location offers excellent access to backcountry adventures. Dry Run Wilderness is within walking distance, providing opportunities for long-distance hiking. Comers Rock Overlook and the former fire tower site deliver panoramic 360-degree views of the surrounding valleys. For those seeking water recreation, Hale Lake lies less than 2 miles away with fishing, hiking, and canoeing opportunities. The campground is accessed via a 4-mile gravel Forest Service road, making it best suited for tent camping and smaller vehicles. Bear safety food storage requirements are in effect, and cell service is very limited throughout the area.
Directions
From I-81 at Wytheville, take exit 67, 70, or 73 onto US 11 (Main Street). On the west end of town US 11 turns off, and Main Street becomes VA 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 | $3 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (276) 783-5196 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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