What is the max vehicle length at High Knob Recreation Area?

High Knob Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Are fires allowed at High Knob Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at High Knob Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at High Knob Recreation Area, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area?

There are 4 campsites at High Knob Recreation Area and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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High Knob Recreation Area

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This location is closed until further notice due to significant impacts from Hurricane Helene. Please continue to monitor this locations facility page on Recreation.gov for status updates or visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/gwj/alerts-notices for details. Keep in mind, local personnel may be attending to this urgent situation and not available to provide updates immediately.

High Knob Recreation Area is located near Norton, VA, within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas and rolling hills. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer and explore nearby attractions like the High Knob Observation Tower and Flag Rock Recreation Area.

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George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

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Location

High Knob Recreation Area is located in Virginia

Coordinates

36.889722 N
82.621667 W

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Good
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Unknown
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Site Types

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Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump

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Drive Time

1 hr 11 min from Kingsport
1 hr 22 min from Johnson City
1 hr 57 min from Morristown
2 hrs 26 min from Asheville

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at High Knob Recreation Area?
High Knob Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 20 feet.
Are fires allowed at High Knob Recreation Area?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at High Knob Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.
How hard is it to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area?
Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at High Knob Recreation Area, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts
Why is it so hard to get a campsite at High Knob Recreation Area?
There are 4 campsites at High Knob Recreation Area and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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