Hopper Creek Group Camp
Hopper Creek Group Camp is a national forest group campground in Virginia. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest group campground
- Location
- Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.56028, -79.50889
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Backpacking, Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Kayaking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 540-291-2188
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About Hopper Creek Group Camp
Overview Hopper Creek Group Camp offers a rustic atmosphere under the trees for group camping. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area welcomes visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and relaxing atmosphere. Recreation A mowed, grassy area is available for games and organized activities. Hiking trails surround the area, offering everything from short walks in and around Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area to a full day hike along the nearby ridges. Backpacking opportunities are also available on the nearby Appalachian National Scenic Trail, in the James River Face Wilderness or in the Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Facilities The group camp can accommodate up to 50 people. It is designated for tent camping only, and tent pads are provided. The site is equipped with 12 picnic tables, a pedestal double grill, a large campfire circle and a vault toilet. Drinking water is not provided; campers must bring their own supply. Showers are available at nearby Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area - at the beach bathhouse. A day use fee would apply to Hopper Creek campers entering Cave Mountain Lake. Natural Features A small stream gurgles past the camping area flowing downstream into Hopper Creek on its way to the James River. The campground sits at an approximate elevation of 1,100 feet at the base of Thunder Ridge. Nearby Attractions Hopper Creek is 3 miles from Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area, which offers a day use area with sandy beach, designated swimming area and covered
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Montebello Resort · 29 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane · 3.8 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 75 designated routes (102 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopper Creek Group Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Cave Mountain Lake Campground | National forest campground | 1.7 mi | — | — |
| Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp | National forest campground | 1.8 mi | — | No hookups |
| Cave Mountain Lake Campground | Private campground | 1.8 mi | — | — |
| Thunder Hill A.T. Shelter | National forest camping area | 2.3 mi | — | — |
| Tent Camping | Private campground | 3.9 mi | — | — |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites, Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.