Old Picnic Area (John H Kerr)
John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir — lakeside, fishing
Kerr Lake is a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 miles up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Kerr Reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, was created with the construction of the John H. Its 800 miles of wooded shoreline stretch across six counties and two states and offer countless recreation opportunities for visitors.
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Site Types
Amenities
2:00 PM
12:00 PM
Year-round
6 people
Known Issues
Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Cancellation Policy
Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.
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