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Fox Creek Horse Camp
Jefferson National Forest · Trout Dale, VA
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- Operator:800-628-7202
- Email:sm.fs.mrnra@usda.gov
- Address:3714 Hwy 16 · Trout Dale, VA · 24354
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About
Overview
Fox Creek Horse Camp is a premiere destination for riding enthusiasts who are looking for the rare opportunity to ride from their campsite onto hundreds of miles of trails in the spectacular Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Located at almost 4,000 feet, it serves as a welcome retreat for summer camping and horseback riding.
Recreation
While hiking and horseback riding are the primary attractions near the campground, there are also ample native trout streams, the Mount Rogers Scenic Byway, local festivals and music, the Appalachian Trail and the Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail.
Facilities
This campground offers the basic amenities including pit toilets, garbage and manure collection, and visitor information. Nearby Grindstone Campground offers campers at Fox Creek potable water,
Natural Features
The campground is adjacent to Fox Creek, a small rocky trout stream with large boulders and rhododendron and northern hardwoods along the banks. The campsites are located in open fields on either side of the creek.
Nearby Attractions
The Mount Rogers High country offers opportunities for day trips and overnight pack trips. This open setting offers expansive views, summer rhododendron flowering, blueberry picking, and spectacular fall colors. The Mount Rogers National Recreation Headquarters is located about 20 minutes from the campground and offers maps, directions, and a variety of bookstore items.
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Amenities
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 12:00 PM
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (22)
In this park
Trails at Jefferson National Forest
Glenwood Horse
Virginia
0.2 mi36 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Glenwood Horse
Virginia
2.8 mi361 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Glenwood Horse
Virginia
0.9 mi30 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Hightree Rock
Virginia
2.9 mi59 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Chief Benge Scout
Virginia
0.5 mi98 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Payne Branch
Virginia
0.1 mi33 ftgain
Difficulty: Easy
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Fox Creek Horse Camp
Appalachian Trail
Virginia
8.9 mi1,486 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Expert
Orchard Spur
Virginia
1.3 mi13 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Lewis Fork
Virginia
0.3 mi43 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Orchard Spur
Virginia
0.3 mi
Trail
Lewis Fork Tie
Virginia
0.1 mi10 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Livery
Virginia
0.2 mi23 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
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