Warning
GeneralDue to planned construction at Cranesnest Campground, we regret to inform our customers that we will be temporarily closing the campground to allow the re-surfacing of roadways, pull-offs, and campsite entrances to be completed. Once the work is complete, we will re-open the reservation window to allow customers to make reservations. We will also extend the camping season to allow additional time to camp due to the closure. Thank you for your understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience. Alternatively, you may choose to make a reservation at Pound River Campground and/or Lower Twin Campground.
About Cranesnest Campground (VA)
Number of accommodations: 30
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (25)
Review Summary
michael r
VerifiedJune 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
good place to go only issue i have is the road going in is dirt and very dusty for about 3 miles to 1st camping area and another 3 miles to boat dock and im 57 yrs old been going ther on n off all my life and all the money they have took up though the yrs they could at least paved the road, and they have a primitive site on down the road few sites no electric they could run electric on down there and make those sites better to cause they charge the same price 24 bucks a night
Martin S
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
The rangers are very rude at times. I think the $5 entrance fee for visitors is too much for what is available for them to do. We can go to other state parks for $2 and there is numerous things available for us to do. The bathrooms were unavailable for a lot of our stay. We have to clean out our own firepits and there aren"t equipment provided to do so.
Laken F
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Good luck
Jayne P
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Rules seemed to change overnight. No parking on grass, having to clean out our own fire pits.
Robert S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Cranesnest Campground is centrally located to some of the most scenic attractions in SWVA such as, Breaks Interstate Park, the Russell Fork river Gorge, Spearhead Trails system, Clinch River State Park Pine Mountain Trail, John Flannagan Lake & more.
Dwayne D
VerifiedAugust 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Enjoyable place to camp
Melanie F
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
The campground was the most run down I have EVER seen it. My family has camped Cranesnest for over 20 years. The grass was so EXCESSIVELY high. The trash was over flowing And on the ground. The smell was sickening. Swarms of flies EVERYWHERE! If we had been new to the area we would not have even unhooked the camper. Higher fees and no maintenance???
Also lot’s of campgrounds are outlawing hoverboards they are EXTREMELY fast and dangerous to the riders and the guests. They speed around animals, pedestrians, and vehicles. A small child slammed into a truck while I was there and was bleeding from his face BAD. Another child got hit by a hoverboard while taking a walk
Craig M
VerifiedJune 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
We had a wonderful time for our first time out with our camper and my husband’s first ever camping trip! Lots of new memories that will last a lifetime.
Robert S
VerifiedJune 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Cranesnest Campground is a family friendly place to go with a good playground for kids & is situated right on the river.
Jerry L
VerifiedJune 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA)
Great camp ground. The bathrooms were cleaned daily. The grounds were kept trimmed, and very neat. Very well lit at night. Great access for fishing, and boating. Good family campground, great playground! Will definitely be back!
Location Cranesnest Campground (VA)
Address:
2689 Cranesnest River Campground Rd
Clintwood, VA, 24228
United States
From Clintwood, VA main street turn left onto Rt. 83. Travel 2.6 miles and turn left onto Cranesnest Campground Rd. Travel 2.8 miles to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.1497 / -82.4101
Elevation: 436 feet
Policies & Rules
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No more than 2 vehicles per site. All other visitors must park in the overflow parking areas. |
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Reservations must be made in advance by utilizing either recreation.gov or by calling +1 (877) 444-6777. |
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No parking is allowed in the grass. If there is not room at your site, please utilize the overflow lots at various locations within the campground. |
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No person(s) shall camp at one or more campsite for more than 14-days in a 30-day consecutive period at Cranesnest Campground. |
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Any person utilizing a Federal Pass (i.e. Golden Access or any America the Beautiful) must be the primary occupant of the campsite for the duration of the reservation. Passholder must be able to present pass upon request. |
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Visitors may only be registered as the primary occupant of one campsite during a consecutive time period. |
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Campers are responsible for disposing of waste. There is a complimentary dumpster placed near the campground entrance for your convenience. Campers must NOT leave garbage at campsite for contractor staff or USACE staff to remove nor shall it be left in their firepit. Any prohibited items must be placed in the silver bin adjacent to the green dumpster. |
| General |
All motorized recreational vehicles (including but not limited to motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), utility-terrain vehicles (UTV), mopeds, scooters, golfcarts, etc..) that are not licensed for use on public roadways are prohibited for use in campgrounds. This does not apply to mobility scooters. |
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All occupants at a campsite must adhere to the above posted restrictions and all rules and regulations posted in 36 CFR Part 327. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in a citation issued and/or being asked to vacate the facility. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralDue to planned construction at Cranesnest Campground, we regret to inform our customers that we will be temporarily closing the campground to allow the re-surfacing of roadways, pull-offs, and campsite entrances to be completed. Once the work is complete, we will re-open the reservation window to allow customers to make reservations. We will also extend the camping season to allow additional time to camp due to the closure. Thank you for your understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience. Alternatively, you may choose to make a reservation at Pound River Campground and/or Lower Twin Campground.
