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Hurricane Campground

Located along a rushing mountain stream under the shade of hemlock and rhododendron, this campground offers a peaceful setting for quiet evenings around the campfire.  Hikers can walk from their campsite to the Appalachian Trail and many other nearby trails. This site is not recommended for large RVs.

Reservations

We currently accept reservations for or sites #1,6,9,11,14D,19 and 22 at this campground.

Maximum Consecutive Stay

  • You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground.

Maximum Stay

  • You may stay up to 14 nights total at this campground within rolling 30 days.

Maximum Reservations per Transaction

  • You may pay for up to 4 reservations at one time within the same credit card transaction.

Cancellations

You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:

  • $10 cancellation fee
  • Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)
  • Any previous change fees

Complete Campground Reservation Rules

Click here for Hurricane Campground reservations

General Information

We welcome responsible volunteers to serve as Campground hosts. Hosts are provided a site with water, sewer, and electricity at no charge.  

We are also looking for individuals or groups willing to "Adopt a Trail" to perform light trail maintenance. 

For more information about volunteer opportunities contact Mount Rogers Nation Recreation Area at SM.FS.MRNRA@usda.gov or 1-800-628-7202

Mid-April through late October. 

Gate open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The America the Beautiful Interagency Pass series and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests Seasonal Day Use Pass are accepted here. The Virginia State Parks pass does not apply on the National Forest. 

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night
Double Site: $40 per night

$3 per vehicle day use fee. $2 per shower (non-camper).

We currently accept reservations for some campsites at this campground, but you may use Scan & Pay through the recreation.gov app to pay for a first come-first served campsite once you are on location and at your campsite.  Please scan the QR code at the fee station and follow all in-app and on-site instructions for Scan & Pay to be successful.

Cash or checks only accepted in the fee collection area. Some campsites are available for reservation. 

Keep your pet on a leash when in a recreation area or campground. The law requires dog owners to keep their dog on a leash with a length no greater than 6 feet and under physical control when within a recreational area, such as a campground or day use area (36 CFR 2616(j)). 

Pat Jennings Visitor Center and Mount Rogers District Office View from outside.

Address: 3714 Highway 16 Marion, VA 24354
Phone: 276-783-5196
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.7225

Longitude: -81.49055556

Directions

From I-81: Take Marion exit 45 onto Virginia State Route 16 South. Follow SR 16 for 15 miles to SR 650 (5 miles south of Sugar Grove). Turn right on paved SR 650, and follow it for 2 miles to the paved campground entrance road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Flush toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

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Fishing - River/Stream Info

Virginia Fishing Regulations and Permits 

Last updated April 24, 2026