John W. Flannagan Day Use
John W. Flannagan Day Use is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Virginia. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.23653, -82.34447
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 276-835-9544
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About John W. Flannagan Day Use
Overview The John W. Flannagan Day Use Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering visitors an oasis of recreation in the summer months. The nearby dam, built primarily for flood control for the Cranesnest and Pound Rivers, creates a breathtaking lake that is maintained at nearly 1,400 feet above sea level. This day-use facility is an ideal spot for picnicking, water activities, and hiking. Recreation Flannagan's reputation as a fisherman's paradise is well-known. Visitors can enjoy secluded coves of deep, clean water that are well-stocked with bass, bream, walleye and trout. Boating, canoeing, whitewater rafting, and biking top the long list of activities available nearby. Facilities Picnic shelters with grills, electrical hookups, a playground, and horseshoe pits provide an ideal location for parties and other get-togethers. Natural Features The John W. Flannagan Dam, completed in 1964, carves out a 1,145-acre lake with nearly 40 miles of beautiful shoreline in the lush Virginia terrain. Nearby Attractions The Lower Twin, Cranes Nest and Pound River Campgrounds, located near the day-use area, offer overnight camping. Breaks Interstate Park is nearby, offering lodging, dining, a museum, gift shop, rafting, canoeing, and other outdoor activities.
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane Gas Center · 3.5 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 3 designated routes (9 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Twin Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.9 mi | — | Electric |
| Pound River Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 6.1 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Cranesnest Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 7.0 mi | — | Electric |
| Mullins Pond Campsite | Private campground | 7.6 mi | — | — |
| Fishtrap Lake Shelters | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 14 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Church of Christ Youth Camp | Private campground | 17 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.