The Rocky Knoll
Very nice campsite, but......
For being in a populated rural area the Rocky Knoll feels surprisingly remote. The site is roomy and easily accessible and the great view of The Sauratown Mountain range is unmarred by any visible buildings or roads. Even at night no lights are seen across the vista. There is the occasional sound of a dog or voices from down in the hollow below the knoll. But at night it is perfectly quiet. Except for, as a few other campers have mentioned, the chance for gunfire. Both nights we spent were interupted by barrages of gun shots. from the hollow. The first night it was relatively brief, though still jarring. On Friday night it started up at 10:30 pm, after we had been asleep for an hour. And it was coming from 2 different locations, one on either side of the knoll. It went on for quite a while, with pauses while reloading or switching firearms. We never felt threatened or unsafe. We knew it was just target shooting, which usually doesn't last too long. But still not relaxing. Not wishing to discourage anyone from camping here, as we did enjoy our stay, but just giving a heads up so you can be prepared. And after it stopped, it was perfectly quiet up there.
As temps were in the 90's, we did not have a campfire, but the host does leave some non-potable water to use for dousing a fire before leaving the campsite or for cleaning the poop shed bucket. The host was also easily reachable and accommodating.
Kara S.recommendsJune 18, 2024
The Rocky Knoll
Beautiful spot all to ourselves with a lovely view. Not too many bugs and plenty of seating and a fire pit. We enjoying our stay.
Melissa P.recommendsJune 16, 2024
The Rocky Knoll
Great campsite with beautiful views. Lots of room and very private. Nice to have the picnic tables and the fire pit. Will be back in the fall for sure!
Margaret M.recommendsJune 8, 2024
The Rocky Knoll
Gem in the wood with a view!
Secluded and peaceful. We were struck by the breathtaking view that just got better and better as the sun set and the moon rose!
Lois and Mike take care of the area and leave a nice stack of firewood and jugs of water for the campers.
Katie W.recommendsJune 7, 2024
The Rocky Knoll
Last minute booking
Awesome spot! Very secluded and had such a cute and warm feeling to it. We couldn’t have had better weather and the view was spectacular. Thanks for hosting!
Eve M.recommendsJune 3, 2024
The Rocky Knoll
This spot was great for us as we had two new campers with us! The spot was private but super close to Hanging Rock so we could have the best of both worlds! The privy was also SUPER nice, and having a few little solar lights about the camp was helpful too! It was ALSO helpful that the dirt road made a nice round about the camp site so we didn't have to worry about backing out when we left. Would super recommend! (Also not too far from a small store if you need emergency supplies!)