Facilities
Picnic shelters with grills, electrical hookups, a playground, and horseshoe pits provide an ideal location for parties and other get-togethers.
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John W. Flannagan Day Use
John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir
Upcoming Availability
Campground guide
What to know before booking
The John W. Picnic shelters with grills, electrical hookups, a playground, and horseshoe pits provide an ideal location for parties and other get-togethers. The John W.
max Stay
14 nights
Official campground details, summarized
Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.
Natural Features
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 terrain.
Recreation
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, bream, walleye and trout. Boating, canoeing, whitewater rafting, and biking top the long list of activities available nearby.
Nearby Attractions
The Lower Twin, Cranes Nest and Pound River Campgrounds, located near the day-use area, offer overnight camping. Breaks Interstate Park is nearby, offering lodging, dining, a museum, gift shop, rafting, canoeing, and other outdoor activities.
Campsite map
Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.
Campsites
A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.
Site 001
CRAN
0 ft
vehicle
100
people
Full
shade
Site Below Dam Shelter 1
Below Dam
0 ft
vehicle
100
people
Full
shade
Site Below Dam Shelter 2
Below Dam
0 ft
vehicle
—
people
Yes
shade
Important notices
Day-use only
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
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Common questions
How do I book John W. Flannagan Day Use?
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How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?
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