Campsite for booking · Clintwood

Cranesnest Campground (Va)

via Recreation.gov Clintwood, VA, Clintwood, Virginia, United States

Overview

Pitches
31
Pitch types
caravan, motorhome, tent
Season
Not stated: check on Recreation.gov
Check-in / out
17:00 / 12:00

Facilities

  • Dogs allowedListed by Recreation.gov
  • Drinking waterListed by Recreation.gov
  • Electric hook-upListed by Recreation.gov
  • Hardstanding pitchesListed by Recreation.gov
  • ShowersListed by Recreation.gov
  • ToiletsListed by Recreation.gov
  • Waste disposalListed by Recreation.gov

Policies

PetsYes
SmokingNot stated: check on Recreation.gov
Instant bookingNot stated: check on Recreation.gov
CancellationNot stated: check on Recreation.gov

About this campsite

Overview

The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir 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 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, walleye and trout. Boating, canoeing, whitewater rafting and biking top the long list of activities available nearby.

Facilities

The campground offers campsites with electric hookup options, bath houses, playgrounds, launch ramps and picnic shelters with grills and horseshoe pits which 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 mountains.

Nearby Attractions

Breaks Interstate Park is nearby, offering lodging, dining, a museum, gift shop, rafting, canoeing, rock climbing and other outdoor activities.

Charges & Cancellations

Changes and cancellations subject to potential fees and cancellations are not automatically subject to refund.

Fees: The only payment type accepted on site is major credit and/or debit card. We do not accept cash nor check. On-site reservation subject to ranger availability. For best results, please utilize recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777!

Managed by a US federal agency. Data source: ridb.recreation.gov.

Description supplied by Recreation.gov.

Where you can stay nearby

Campsites, aires and parking within 30 km, from OpenStreetMap.

  1. Mullins Pond Campsite
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  4. Campsite near Grundy
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    24 km from the pick-up area
  5. Cane Patch Campground
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    24 km from the pick-up area
  6. Lonesome Pine RV Park & Campground
    Campsite · Coeburn, Virginia
    25 km from the pick-up area

Nearest dump station and water

  1. Service point near Marion
    Service point · Marion, VirginiaWaste
    84 km from the pick-up area
  2. Water point near Lavalette
    Water point · Lavalette, West VirginiaWater
    129 km from the pick-up area
Pick-up10 kmPlot of OpenStreetMap data
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      Data: Recreation.gov (RIDB), from ridb.recreation.gov, last updated 13 October 2026. Federal agencies provide this data and are responsible for it; it may be incomplete. Not endorsed by Recreation.gov or the U.S. Government. About this data. Places data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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