Directions
Comers Rock Picnic Shelter is located within Comers Rock Campground in Grayson/Wythe Counties, 21 miles southwest of Wytheville. From I-81 at Wytheville, take exit 67, 70, or 73 onto US 11 (Main Street). On the west end of town US 11 turns off, and Main Street becomes VA 21 south. Follow VA 21 south for 17 miles, then turn right onto gravel Forest Service Road 57 and follow it west for 4 miles to the campground.
Phone
276-783-5196
Activities
BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HUNTING, WILDLIFE VIEWING
Keywords
Comers Rock Picnic Shelter,Comers Rock Campground
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Overview
This historic log picnic shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located next to Comers Rock Campground in the heart of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.
Recreation
There are primitive campsites available in the adjoing campground for $5.00 per night (first-come, first-served) and vault toilets are available. There are hiking trails in the area, including into Dry Run Wilderness, which is within walking distance from the campground and shelter.
Facilities
There are vault toilets and drinking water available. There are picnic tables and a large fire place. Parking is available.
Natural Features
Hale Lake is nearby for fishing, or stop at Comers Rock Overlook for breath taking long distance views of the valley.
Nearby Attractions
Hale Lake for fishing and Comers Rock Overlook for wonderful views.
