HURRICANE CAMPGROUND
Address: Chilhowie, Virginia
Cost: Free
About
OVERVIEW
Hurricane Campground is one of the best kept secrets in southwest Virginia. Located along a rushing mountain stream under the shade of hemlock and rhododendron, this campground offers a peaceful setting for those looking to relax as well as visitors looking for outdoor adventure.
From the campsite, hikers can access many trails including the Appalachian Trail. This well-known trail extends more than 2,189 miles throughout the Appalachian Mountains across 14 states. It is a protected greenway and owns the title as the first National Scenic Trail.
RECREATION
Visitors frequently explore the Hurricane Knob Trail. The loop trail, at 1.1 miles, parallels Hurricane Creek for about half a mile, crosses two wooden bridges and ascends to the picturesque Hurricane Knob. The creeks are stocked with trout for a relaxing day of fishing.
FACILITIES
Hurricane has drinking water, flush toilets, hot showers and a playing field. Large RVs are not recommended. Each site comes with a lantern pole, picnic table and campfire ring.
NATURAL FEATURES
The campground is perched along Hurricane Branch and Comers Creek, among colorful rhododendron. Several groomed, grassy fields unfold at the campground, but the campsites are nicely shaded by mixed woods of oak and hemlock. Hurricane Knob is nearby with an elevation from 2800 to 3050 feet.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Virginia Creeper Trail, Grayson Highlands State Park and Hungry Mother State Park.
2 reviews
TwistyRiverSkoolie
Member since: 2021
date: Fri Jul 16 2021
Great Campground next to a beautiful stream. No cell signal but has bath houses and hot showers.
AngOnTheRoad
Member since: 2020
date: Tue May 11 2021
Currently closed: either bc season or COVID. Try after Memorial Day. Quiet wooded campground close to stream, AT, and Mt Rogers hi...