Craig Creek Recreation Area

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, VA · ≈23 mi to Salem
Sites
1
Max rig
No RV sites
Pull-through
N/A
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
23 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Groups up to 30 people
  • Canoeing and fishing trips
  • Hiking and water activities
  • Primitive camping with pets

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVs of any size
  • Visitors needing cell service
  • Those seeking hookups or utilities

Connectivity

Plan to be offlineNo modeled cell coverage from any carrier. If you need connectivity here, a satellite communicator or hotspot device is worth considering.

What's here

1 Group Standard Area (no Hookups)Reserved as one unit · Drive-In access · largest capacity: 30 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Verified: none of this campground's recorded sites accommodate RVs — tent, cabin, or walk-in access only.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedFire pitsGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesShade
Activities
CanoeingFishingHikingWater Activities
Natural features
Riverfront
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Salem, ~23 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: US Forest Service

Overview

Overview Craig Creek Recreation Area provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities. The large open field is great for groups that wish to picnic and tent camp together. There is a day-use area adjacent to the campground that is not reservable. Overnight camping is prohibited in the day-use area. Recreation Craig Creek has a small swimming hole and canoes may access the creek as well. The creek is stocked with trout and can provide good fishing opportunites for anglers. A two-mile loop trail is located within the recreation area. Facilities Craig Creek may be reserved for groups of 30 or less. There is an an entrance gate, group fire ring, picnic table and vault toilet. There is no potable water and no camping hookups. The field is for tent camping only. Natural Features The recreation area is located in a narrow valley, flanked by National Forest land. The open field used for tent camping and is edged with large, shade trees. Nearby Attractions Craig Creek is located 20 minutes from New Castle, VA.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Primitive campground