Oronoco Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No fees required.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 21 at 8:03PM EDT until July 21 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 509 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN VIRGINIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 17 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL VIRGINIA AMHERST APPOMATTOX BUCKINGHAM CAMPBELL CITY OF LYNCHBURG IN SOUTH CENTRAL VIRGINIA BEDFORD IN SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA CRAIG IN WEST CENTRAL VIRGINIA ALLEGHANY VA BATH BOTETOURT CITY OF BUENA VISTA CITY OF COVINGTON CITY OF LEXINGTON CITY OF ROANOKE CITY OF SALEM ROANOKE ROCKBRIDGE IN WEST VIRGINIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN SOUTHEAST WEST VIRGINIA GREENBRIER
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 7:24PM EDT until July 22 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of North Carolina, including the following counties, Caswell, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin and Virginia, including the following counties, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Buckingham, Campbell, Charlotte, Franklin, Halifax, Henry, Patrick and Pittsylvania. * WHEN...Through Wednesday 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving cold front combined with an upper level disturbance will bring widespread heavy rain to the region. Rain will sometimes be torrential and could cause urban, small stream, or flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Oronoco Campground is a free, primitive camping destination in the George Washington National Forest, situated near Vesuvius in Amherst County, Virginia. The campground appeals to campers looking for an undeveloped, backcountry-style experience without the crowds and amenities of developed campgrounds. As a primitive site, Oronoco provides minimal facilities. Vault toilets are available for visitor use, but there is no potable drinking water on site. Campers should arrive fully prepared with adequate water supplies and be ready for a self-sufficient camping experience. No fees are charged for camping at this location. Access to the campground is straightforward: from Exit 188 on I-81, travel east on US Route 60 for approximately 11.4 miles, turn left on State Route 605 for 0.2 miles, then turn left at the campground sign onto Forest Service Road 521. The campground is located on the left, about 300 feet before the bridge.
Directions
From Exit 188 on I-81, travel east on US Route 60 for approximately 11.4 miles. Turn left on State Route 605 and travel 0.2 miles. Turn left at the campground sign onto Forest Service Road 521 and travel approximately 300 feet. The campground is on the left before crossing the bridge.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| 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 (540) 291-2188 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger District | |
| GW Jefferson NF Camping |
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