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Cranesnest Campground (va)

Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandJohn W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir ยท Clintwood, Virginia
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About Cranesnest Campground (va)

Cranesnest Campground (va) is a national park campground at John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir in Dickenson County, Virginia. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.

Cranesnest Campground (va) is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).

Other campgrounds at John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir include Pound River Campground (va), Lower Twin Campground (va) and John W. Flannagan Day Use.

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Total reservations in May โ€” 2023: 32 ยท 2024: 33 ยท 2025: 29

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Location

Address

Clintwood, Virginia

Coordinates

37.1497, -82.4101

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJune sees 122 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Photos

Cranesnest Campground (va) campsite photo 1 - John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir, Virginia
Cranesnest Campground (va) campsite photo 2 - John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir, Virginia

Cranesnest Campground (va) FAQ

How far in advance should I book Cranesnest Campground (va)?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Cranesnest Campground (va)?

June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Cranesnest Campground (va). During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Cranesnest Campground (va) right now?

Cranesnest Campground (va) is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Cranesnest Campground (va) located?

Cranesnest Campground (va) is located in John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir, near Clintwood, Virginia.

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