Campbell Creek
Tyro, Virginia
Swim
Bathing suits: Optional - pretty remote
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Tyro, Virginia
- Head southeast on VA-56 E toward State Rte 680 (0.7 mi)
- Turn left onto State Rte 680 (6.3 mi)
- Turn left onto State Rte 664/
Beech Grove Rd Continue to follow Beech Grove Rd(4.2 mi) - Sharp left onto Blue Ridge Pkwy (1.9 mi)
- Turn left (0.1 mi)
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