Laurel Fork Primitive Camp
Open year-round for primitive dispersed camping. No facilities, no fees, and no reservations required. Campers must be fully self-sufficient with water and waste disposal.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 9:38AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of east Tennessee and southwest Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT /7 AM CDT/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized gusts up to 50 mph possible.
About
Laurel Fork Primitive Camp provides a remote, undeveloped camping experience in the rugged terrain of Jefferson National Forest near Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Situated in the Clinch Ranger District, this primitive area offers solitude for backcountry enthusiasts seeking to escape developed campgrounds. As a primitive site, there are no facilities whatsoever. Campers must bring all their own water, pack out all trash, and practice Leave No Trace principles. The area is best suited for experienced backcountry campers comfortable with self-sufficient wilderness camping.
Directions
From Elkins, WV: Follow Highway 33 east approximately 16 miles to Wymer. Turn south on the Middle Mountain road (Forest Road 14). Travel 11 miles to the junction of Forest Road 423. Take Forest Road 423 east for approximately 1.5 miles.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (276) 679-8370 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Clinch Ranger District |
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