Cave Springs Recreation Area
Cave Springs Recreation Area is situated within the picturesque farming community of Olinger Gap. Highlights of this recreation area include a campground, small spring-fed pond, access to Stone Mountain Trail and Wilderness, and a short hike to an overlook of the Olinger Gap Community.
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General Information
Operating this campground would not be possible without help from volunteers. Find out about volunteer opportunities on the volunteer page.
Temporarily Closed
The America the Beautiful Interagency Pass series and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests Seasonal Day Use Pass are accepted here and cover day use fees. The America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes provide a 50% discount to the base campsite fee (not hook ups) and day use fees.
When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $12 per night
Electrical Hookup: $5 per night
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)).
Address: 1700 Park Avenue SW Norton, VA 24273
Phone: 276-679-8370
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 36.79944444
Longitude: -82.92555556
Directions
From Kingsport, TN: Follow US23 North to Big Stone Gap, VA then follow Alternate 58 West for 2.5 miles to State SR 621. Make a right onto SR 621 and follow 6.1 miles to the Cave Springs entrance road on right.
From Abingdon, VA: Follow US 58/US 19 West to Hansonville, VA. Turn left onto US 58 Alternate to Big Stone Gap. At Big Stone Gap, remain on US 58 Alt. for 2.5 miles. Turn right onto SR 621 and go 6.1 miles to the Cave Springs entrance road on right.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Restrooms with flush toilets are available only when the site is open for the season.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Potable water is available only when the site is open for the season.
Other Amenities
Bath houses have hot showers and flush toilets when the site is open for the season.
