Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Campground sits within the Blue Ridge Parkway, managed by the National Park Service and accessible by both vehicle and foot. It's free to use. The site includes picnic tables and trash service, which is more infrastructure than many backcountry spots provide. Reservations are available, making it worth booking ahead rather than assuming a site will be open. Campers interested in places to camp around Blue Ridge Parkway will find Rocky Knob Campground - Blue Ridge Parkway National Park just 0.1 miles northwest, a close alternative with its own distinct setup.
Description
Rock Castle Gorge near Rocky Knob (MP 167.1)
8 sites Group limit: 18
The Parkway has three backcountry campgrounds. Backcountry camping is permitted only at designated sites. A permit is required for backcountry camping.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRock Castle Gorge Backcountry Campground is located in Virginia near Woolwine
Coordinates
36.811432062331455 N
80.34946121664767 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/26/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 49 min from Blacksburg, VA
- 1 hr 22 min from Winston-Salem, NC
- 1 hr 43 min from Greensboro, NC
