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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.
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 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.
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. The day use fee for Cave Mountain Lake would be applicable.
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.
Hopper Creek is 3 miles from Cave Mountain Lake, which offers a day use area with sandy beach, designated swimming area and covered picnic shelter. Natural Bridge State Park is within an 8 mile drive and offers visitors views of the 215 foot tall Natural Bridge and limestone gorge, 6 miles of hiking trails, a Monacan Indian village and the 30 foot cascades of Lace Falls. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are available in the nearby James River.
From I-81 North, take Exit 175 just south of Natural Bridge. Go north on U.S. Highway 11 toward Natural Bridge (left turn facing the Exxon station). From Natural Bridge, follow Route 130 East at the intersection with U.S. Highway 11 (right turn at the Natural Bridge parking lot). Continue east on Route 130 for approximately 4 miles to Natural Bridge Station. Turn right onto State Route 759 and continue for approximately 3 miles to the intersection with Route 781 and Petites Gap Road. Continue 1.6 miles ahead on Route 759 / Hopper Creek Road. Turn left into the recreation area entrance.
Beautiful spot away from it all for a group. Only thing missing is a shower, and a second toilet would be helpful with a large group lol.
Quiet, secluded with restroom and fire pits. Our favorite camping spot. Books fast so plan ahead.
Nice campsite for groups. No services. Location is magnificent in between the Blue Ridge mountains. Very close to Natural Bridge. Easily accessible by sedan. Restroom available. No showers, no water. If you really need a shower, drive 5 min to mountain cave camp.
This camp is located near lots of awesome hiking trials. Nearest store may be 10 min away.
Very quiet and beautiful location to camp with friends. Suitable for one family or a large group. The fee was very inexpensive. The nearby creek is a great place for kids to explore, and has some small waterfalls on it. Fantastic large central fire pit. The composting toilet was so clean when we got there that we cleaned it before we left!
This is a really lovely camping area! Plenty of room to move around, a grill, loads of picnic tables, and a huge firepit! It's amazing to see the stars in the night sky, fall asleep listening to the creek, enjoy the peace and quiet. I recommend bringing bugspray, plenty of mosquitoes out there. Locals sell bundles of camp fire wood, so you'll be able to have s'mores each evening. There is a vault toilet, but no running water, so you might want to bring hand sanitizer and some motion sensor LED lighting so you won't have to juggle holding a flashlight while taking care of business. I'm looking forward to going back! It was amazing in early summer, I can't wait to see it in the Fall!
