Phillip'S Creek Group Picnic Area

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Phillips's Creek Group Picnic area is a secluded site surrounded by forest. It is a great facility for family reunions, organization activities and other group events.

Parking is adjacent to the picnic shelters and restroom facilities. The restrooms are pit toilets. The toilets are adjacent to shelter #1 but are a short walk (850 feet) from shelter #2. A large charcoal grill is available at both shelters. Picnic tables are located inside the shelters. There is no electricity or drinking water available.

Notifications and Alerts

This location is closed until further notice due to significant impacts from Hurricane Helene. Please continue to monitor this location’s facility page on Recreation.gov for status updates or visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/gwj/alerts-notices for details. Keep in mind, local personnel may be attending to this urgent situation and not available to provide updates immediately.

Need to Know

Pets permitted on leash only
There is no potable water at these sites
There is not electricity available at these sites
The picnic area is behind a locked gate. Please Call the Ranger Station for the gate combination. You may call the office at (276) 679-8370 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
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Natural Features

The picnic area is surrounded by forest. The North Fork of Pound Reservoir is nearby and is a popular boating and fishing destination.

Nearby Attractions

The Pine Mountain and Red Fox Trails are within easy driving distance.

Recreation

Open lawn areas are adjacent to the picnic area can be used for activities such as horseshoes, sports and games (bring your own game and sports equipment). Hiking trails are available within easy driving distance and include Pine Mountain and Red Fox Trails. The Phillip's Creek Trail is near the picnic area.

Contact Information

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1700 Park Avenue SW Norton VA 24273

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 276-679-8370

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Driving Directions

From the intersection of US 23 and State Route 671 (about 1.25 miles west of Pound, VA) go west on State Route 671 for approximately 5.3 miles. Turn right into the Phillips Creek Recreation Area. Go for about 0.4 miles to the picnic area.

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