Recreational Area

John W. Flannagan Day Use

Closed

This is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping. The reservable group shelters are currently shown as closed. Overnight camping is available at nearby Lower Twin, Cranes Nest, and Pound River Campgrounds.

About

The John W. Flannagan Day Use Area is situated below the dam at John W. Flannagan Reservoir in Dickenson County, Virginia. This is a day-use only facility operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, offering group picnic shelters with electrical hookups, a playground, and horseshoe pits for visitors. The 1,145-acre reservoir was created by the John W. Flannagan Dam, completed in 1964 for flood control on the Cranesnest and Pound Rivers. The lake is maintained at nearly 1,400 feet elevation and is known for fishing with bass, bream, walleye, and trout. The day-use area provides scenic views of the lake and surrounding Cumberland Mountain terrain. This facility does not offer overnight camping. Visitors seeking camping should use the nearby Lower Twin, Cranes Nest, or Pound River Campgrounds, all located within the John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir recreation area.

Directions

From VA-63, turn right onto State Route 614. Continue straight for approximately two miles.

Amenities

Water
Fires Allowed
Toilets
Dump Station No
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $50

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (276) 835-9544

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Recreational Area
JWF Lake
Shelter #2

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