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The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area boasts an expansive lake nestled in the rolling green Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, offering visitors an oasis of recreation in the summer months. The nearby dam, built primarily for flood control for the Cranesnest and Pound Rivers, creates a breathtaking lake that is maintained at nearly 1,400 feet above sea level. This facility is an ideal spot for picnicking, water activities and hiking.
Flannagan's reputation as a fisherman's paradise is well-known. Visitors can enjoy secluded coves of deep, clean water that are well-stocked with bass, walleye and trout. Boating, canoeing, whitewater rafting and biking top the long list of activities available nearby.
Campgrounds with electric hook up options, bath houses, playgrounds, launch ramps and picnic shelters with grills, electrical hookups, a playground, and horseshoe pits provide an ideal location for parties and other get-togethers.
The John W. Flannagan Dam, completed in 1964, carves out a 1,145-acre lake with nearly 40 miles of beautiful shoreline in the lush Virginia mountains.
Breaks Interstate Park is nearby, offering lodging, dining, a museum, gift shop, rafting, canoeing, rock climbing and other outdoor activities.
From Clintwood Main Street, turn on to Brush Creek Rd., State Rte 631 2.2 miles. Turn right onto State Rte 754 for 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Pound River Campground Rd.
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Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Pound River Campground (VA), so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
11 of the 26 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft. 21 of those 26 sites have a recorded maximum length and 5 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Lakefront, hookups, your RV length, weekends only - set it as picky as you want.
We run paced availability checks for Pound River Campground (VA). One watch covers every matching site.
When a match opens, you get a push with a Recreation.gov link so you can review and book it yourself.