US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Smyth County, Virginia. Run by Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.
| Operator | Mount Rogers National Recreation Area |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (George Washington & Jefferson National Forest) |
| Campsites | 17 |
| Site types | 12 standard, no electric, 5 standard, electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 8 sites (water at 8) |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 60 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (800) 628-7202 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
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Raccoon Branch Campground, nestled at the base of Dickey Knob, offers scenic mountain views, hiking trail access from campsites and cool mountain streams. Campers can access Dickey Creek and the Raccoon Branch from the campground. The most notable time to visit is fall, when the trees boast gorgeous fall foliage. With a location just 11 miles from Interstate 81, the beautiful campground is easily reached by drivers heading out from one of the surrounding cities. Recreation The beautiful Dickey Knob Trail takes hikers through a Wilderness to the top of Dickey Knob for spectacular views of Sugar Grove and Rye Valley.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Raccoon Branch Campground is in Smyth County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.