Crabtree Falls Campgound campground
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Crabtree Falls Campgound
What's on-site at Crabtree Falls Campgound
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Crabtree Falls Campgound, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherando Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sherando Lake Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Camp & Conference Center | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Oronoco | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hiker Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Crabtree Falls Campgound -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tye River Near Lovingston | 15 cfs | → |
| Piney River At Piney River | 11 cfs | → |
| Rockfish River Near Greenfield | 28 cfs | → |
| Pedlar River At Forest Road Near Buena Vista | 7 cfs | → |
| South River Near Waynesboro | 36 cfs | → |
| Maury River Near Buena Vista | 123 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Crabtree Falls Campgound -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glasgow 1 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Island | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Millboro 0.3 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Charlottesville 2w Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckingham | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Three Ridges
- Wilderness Priest
- Wilderness Saint Mary's
- Lesesne State Forest
- Mount Joy Pond State Natural Area Preserve
- Crawfords Knob State Natural Area Preserve
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Braley Pond Day Use Area
- Elkhorn Lake Day Use Area
- Staunton Dam Day Use Area
- Briery Branch Day Use Area
Points of interest
- Crabtree Falls
- Twenty Minute Cliff Overlook
- The Priest Overlook
- The Slacks Overlook
- Fork Mountain Overlook
- Bald Mountain Pullout
Paddle runs
- Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
- Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary
- 1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir
- Headwaters To Farmville
- North River Campground To Camp May Flather
- Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Crabtree Falls Campgound as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Crabtree Falls Campgound
Can I make reservations at Crabtree Falls Campgound?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Crabtree Falls Campgound?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Crabtree Falls Campgound.