Fox Creek Horse Camp

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — fishing

Location: Marion, VA, VA

Price: From $5 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.This campground offers the basic amenities including pit toilets, garbage and manure collection, and visitor information. The campground is adjacent to Fox Creek, a smal

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/fox-creek-horse-camp to be notified when sites open up.

Fox Creek Horse Camp is a premiere destination for horseback riding enthusiasts with direct access to hundreds of miles of trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area at nearly 4,000 feet elevation. Google reviews praise its excellent location and beautiful scenery with a 4.6/5 rating.

Wildlife alert: Northern Saw-whet Owl, Magnolia Warbler, Cooper's Hawk, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Northern Watersnake, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Insider tips for Fox Creek Horse Camp: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Generator use limited to 2 hours at a time during daytime per recent campground rules Plan for horse manure management as removal is not convenient per camper feedback

Skip Fox Creek Horse Camp if: You need electrical hookups—no hookups available at this primitive campground. You prefer developed amenities—only fire rings, picnic tables, and fishing provided. You cannot accommodate seasonal-only operations (May-October closure).

Best time to visit Fox Creek Horse Camp: May-October — Official operating season; summer camping and horseback riding at 4,000 feet elevation provide cooler temperatures.

Nearby campgrounds: Old Virginia Group Horse Camp (Marion, VA), Hurricane Campground (Sugar Grove, VA), Raccoon Branch Campground (Sugar Grove, VA), Beartree (Damascus, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Fox Creek Horse Camp

Cell signal at Fox Creek Horse Camp (Marion, VA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Marion, VA, VA★ 4.5 (2 reviews)From $5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.This campground offers the basic amenities including pit toilets, garbage and manure collection, and visitor information. The campground is adjacent to Fox Creek, a small rocky trout stream with large boulders and rhododendron and northern hardwoods along the banks.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need electrical hookups—no hookups available at this primitive campground✕ You prefer developed amenities—only fire rings, picnic tables, and fishing provided✕ You cannot accommodate seasonal-only operations (May-October closure)

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Generator use limited to 2 hours at a time during daytime per recent campground rules

Plan for horse manure management as removal is not convenient per camper feedback

Best: May-October

Official operating season; summer camping and horseback riding at 4,000 feet elevation provide cooler temperatures

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Northern Saw-whet Owl, Magnolia Warbler, Cooper's Hawk, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Northern Watersnake, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From exit 45 on I-81, take State Route 16 South for approximately 17 miles to State Route 603 at Troutdale, Va. Turn right on State Route 603. Campground is approximately 4 miles down 603 on the right.

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Fox Creek Horse Camp cost per night?+
Fox Creek Horse Camp costs $5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Fox Creek Horse Camp open?+
Fox Creek Horse Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Fox Creek Horse Camp have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Fox Creek Horse Camp?+
Fox Creek Horse Camp can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Fox Creek Horse Camp?+
Fox Creek Horse Camp is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Fox Creek Horse Camp?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Fox Creek Horse Camp is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Fox Creek Horse Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
Fox Creek Horse Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$5 /night★ 4.5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Old Virginia Group Horse Camp

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From $20/night

Beartree

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From $24/night

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