Stony Fork Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens around early April through late November. Gate hours are 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. when open.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 9:15PM EST until December 30 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 7 below expected. * WHERE...Bland, Smyth, Tazewell, and Wythe Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until noon EST Tuesday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Cold Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 9:15PM EST until December 30 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 7 below expected. * WHERE...Bland, Smyth, Tazewell, and Wythe Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until noon EST Tuesday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
About
Stony Fork Campground is tucked into a serene valley at 2,400 feet elevation in the Appalachian Mountains, at the foot of Big Walker Mountain in Jefferson National Forest. The campground sits beside the Big Walker Mountain Scenic Byway, making it easily accessible from I-77 and I-81, yet feels secluded in its dense pine and hardwood forest setting. The East Fork of Stony Fork Creek flows through the campground, creating a peaceful soundtrack of running water while providing opportunities for trout fishing and wading. A 1-mile nature trail winds through stands of pine and hardwoods, perfect for casual exploration, while the campground loop road itself makes for a pleasant walk. More adventurous hikers can tackle the Seven Sisters Trail, a challenging 5-mile route that climbs from the campground to the summit of Little Walker Mountain before returning to the Scenic Byway. The Appalachian Trail is accessible within 10 miles. The campground is popular with both RV campers and tent campers, offering sites with electric and water hookups. Spring brings spectacular blooms of rhododendron, azalea, mountain laurel, and wildflowers, while fall delivers reliable displays of red and gold foliage along the scenic byway. A horseshoe pit provides recreation at the campground, and an outdoor shooting range is located a few miles away.
Directions
From I-77, take Exit 47. Turn left onto State Route 717 and travel 4 miles to Stony Fork Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 132ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 132ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.mrnra@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (276) 783-5196 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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