Grindstone
Troutdale, Virginia · 3,740 ft · In George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
Photos: USFS
At a glance
7 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 3,740 ft (1,140 m)3,740 ft1,140 m
Amenities
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- ADA accessible
- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Grindstone Campground is tucked in the Fairwood Valley among pastures and wooded hillsides. The surrounding Mount Rogers National Recreation Area provides endless opportunities for fun and relaxation in the nature setting. The Campground will be closed until further notice due to facility repair needs. Opossum Loop will be open for tent campers. There will be no available water. No Dump Station available.
Recreation
The area offers excellent hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and hunting. Recommended hiking trails include the Mount Rogers Trail at 7.5 miles and the Whispering Waters Nature Trail at 0.6 miles.
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Cell service
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Cell service at Grindstone: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny72°56°
- WedSunny72°59°
- ThuChance Showers And Thunderstorms, 49% chance of rain71°59°
- FriRain Showers Likely, 58% chance of rain66°36°
- SatMostly Sunny, 4% chance of rain47°33°
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3 more within 25 mi
3 OpenStreetMap entries in Troutdale share one park. They may be individual sites of a single campground. Suggest a merge
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 3.2 mi
Scales
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 4.0 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 4.7 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 5.2 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
Location and contact
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