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Little Tumbling Creek

Little Tumbling Creek in Virginia offers a terrain of forests and streams. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and the Appalachian Trail.

Description

VA Department of Wildlife Resources

Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area

You may disperse camp on Forest Service lands that do not have closures or restrictions. Dispersed camping is not allowed in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, picnic areas, or trailheads. Drive on existing roads and, when car-camping, keep your campsite within 150 feet of a road.

If you can, pick a site that has been used before to minimize your impact in the forest. If there is no existing campsite where you are going, then follow Leave No Trace guidelines:

Camp on bare soil, if possible, to avoid damaging plants. Do not camp within 200 feet of any water source. Avoid camping in the middle of a clearing or meadow; keep your campsite less visible so that other visitors can enjoy the views. Do not try to level or dig trenches in the ground at your campsite. Pick a tent site that is already level with good drainage.

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Location

Little Tumbling Creek is located in Virginia

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

36.968933807303934 N
81.69044535784221 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Apr. 27, 2025

Secluded campsite by creek

This is a small campsite that I believe is on hunting land. You pass a sign going in toward it that states as much. There are two private properties on the road, and you basically just follow it back until you get to this clearing. Pretty large clearing to set up a tent or tents. It is very secluded from people, but no tree line or anything to camp in. All in all it’s a nice site. Absolutely no verizon service a the site.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Little Tumbling Creek by sean , April 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Little Tumbling Creek by sean , April 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Little Tumbling Creek by sean , April 27, 2025
Reviewed Sep. 2, 2024

Beautiful and peaceful

Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek. Flat field area for camping on way. Several spots by creek for van or tent camping.

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  • Review photo of Little Tumbling Creek by Betsy W., September 2, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Little Tumbling Creek?

Little Tumbling Creek allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Are fires allowed at Little Tumbling Creek?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Little Tumbling Creek, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Little Tumbling Creek have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Little Tumbling Creek does not have wifi.