Comer’S Rock Recreation Area
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Marion, VA, VA
Price: From $3 per night
Price range: $3–$5 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)
Season: May through October
This historic log picnic shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located next to Comers Rock Campground in the heart of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.There are vault toilets available. There are picnic tables and a large fire place.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/comers-rock-recreation-area to be notified when sites open up.
Historic CCC-built log shelter with mountain overlook and excellent hiking access to Dry Run Wilderness. Campers praise the amazing views and extensive trail network in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, American Black Bear, Eastern Box Turtle, Eastern Fence Lizard, and Watersnakes present in the area.
Insider tips for Comer’S Rock Recreation Area: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Sites are first-come, first-served; arrive early during peak season. Short walk to historic fire tower overlook with mountain views. Extensive backroads and dirt roads in surrounding area for exploration.
Skip Comer’S Rock Recreation Area if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You prefer developed facilities — primitive campsites with vault toilets only..
Best time to visit Comer’S Rock Recreation Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..
Nearby campgrounds: Blue Springs Gap Cabin (Rural Retreat , VA), Hussy Mountain Horse Camp (Speedwell, VA), Raven Cliff Recreation Area (Marion, VA), Collins Cove Horse Campground (Marion, VA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Comer’S Rock Recreation Area
Cell signal at Comer’S Rock Recreation Area (Marion, VA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
This historic log picnic shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located next to Comers Rock Campground in the heart of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.There are vault toilets available. There are picnic tables and a large fire place.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand.
Sites are first-come, first-served; arrive early during peak season.
Short walk to historic fire tower overlook with mountain views.
Extensive backroads and dirt roads in surrounding area for exploration.
Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
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Getting there →
Comers Rock Picnic Shelter is located within Comers Rock Campground in Grayson/Wythe Counties, 21 miles southwest of Wytheville. From I-81 at Wytheville, take exit 67, 70, or 73 onto US 11 (Main Street). On the west end of town US 11 turns off, and Main Street becomes VA 21 south. Follow VA 21 south for 17 miles, then turn right onto gravel Forest Service Road 57 and follow it west for 4 miles to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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