Cave Springs Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Temporarily Closed
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Cosby RV Sanitary Station · 73.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 36.7995, -82.9256
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Cave Springs Recreation Area is situated within the picturesque farming community of Olinger Gap. Highlights of this recreation area include a campground, small spring-fed pond, access to Stone Mountain Trail and Wilderness, and a short hike to an overlook of the Olinger Gap Community.
From the USFS.
Is Cave Springs Campground free?
No. Cave Springs Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Cave Springs Campground?
From Kingsport, TN: Follow U.S. 23 north to Big Stone Gap, VA then follow U.S. Route 58 Alternate West for 2.5 miles to State Route 621. Make a right onto State Route 621 and follow 6.1 miles to the Cave Springs entrance road on right. From Abingdon, VA: Follow U.S. 58/U.S. 19 West to Hansonville, VA. Turn left onto U.S. Route 58 Alternate to Big Stone Gap. At Big Stone Gap, remain on U.S. Route 58 Alternate for 2.5 miles. Turn right onto State Route 621 and go 6.1 miles to the Cave Springs entrance road on right.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
