Hussy Mountain Horse Camp

About

Hussy Mountain Horse Camp is a primitive equestrian campground situated in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area within the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. Located in the east fork of the Dry Run Valley at approximately 3,000 feet elevation, the area is well-shaded with hardwoods, hemlocks, and pines. The campground offers 10 sites across three group camping loops, each designed for horse camping with parking for 4-5 vehicles with trailers. Each loop provides wooden picnic tables, fire rings, hitching rails, bear-proof garbage containers, and vault toilets. Potable water is available from faucets. East Fork Dry Run Creek runs adjacent to the campground, providing a water source for horses. The camp offers direct access to several trails including the East Fork Divide Trail (4617), Dry Run Gap Trail (4613), and Highlands Horse Trail (337). Horse owners must have a current negative Coggins test certificate for any horse brought for recreational use in Virginia. Dogs are permitted but must be leashed (maximum 6 feet) within the recreation area. Summer days are warm with temperatures in the upper 70s to low 90s, while evenings typically cool into the 60s.

Directions

From I-81: Take Exit 70 or 72 at Wytheville, Virginia onto US 11 (Main Street). On the west end of town, continue on Main Street which becomes US 21 south. Follow US 21 south for approximately 14.5 miles to Forest Service Road 14 (CC Camp Road), located approximately three miles south of Speedwell. Turn left onto FS 14 and follow it east for approximately two miles. The campground will be on your right.