Cranesnest Campground (Va)

John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir

🏕️ CampgroundJenny Wiley / Dewey LakeKentucky⭐ 4.1 (27)

🟢 13 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22

Availability checked 9h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 31 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.

Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 4h ago.

Book / check availability →🧭 Directions

💡 In short

Cranesnest Campground (Va) in Kentucky has 13 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates

Sat Sep 19 – Tue Sep 223 nightsbook these dates →sites #015, #018

Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →👥 CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #005 & CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #006 next to each othersites #005, #006, #012, #016, #017, #019

Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →sites #013

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 5 in a row, CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #015–CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #019 next to each othersites #010, #005, #015, #016, #017, #018, #019

Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #012–CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #014 next to each othersites #012, #013, #014

Thu Oct 1 – Sun Oct 43 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #006

Fri Oct 2 – Mon Oct 53 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #012–CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #014 next to each othersites #006, #012, #013, #014, #020

Sun Oct 11 – Wed Oct 143 nightsbook these dates →sites #009

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #015 — Site 15 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #015** · Site 15USACE

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #018 — Site 18 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #018** · Site 18USACE

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #005 — Site 5 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #005** · Site 5USACE

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #006 — Site 6 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #006** · Site 6USACE

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #012 — Site 12 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #012** · Site 12USACE

Campsite CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #016 — Site 16 — **Site CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) #016** · Site 16USACE

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $20–$24/nightRv ElectricStandard NonelectricTent Only Electric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 horseback riding

Ratings

4.1★★★★☆27 ratings

Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Cranesnest Campground (Va) FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Cranesnest Campground (Va)?

Cranesnest Campground (Va) in Kentucky takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Cranesnest Campground (Va)?

Campsite fees at Cranesnest Campground (Va) run about $20–$24/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Cranesnest Campground (Va) when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Cranesnest Campground (Va) often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Cranesnest Campground (Va) a good campground?

Cranesnest Campground (Va) holds an average rating of 4.1/5 from 27 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Cranesnest Campground (Va) located?

Cranesnest Campground (Va) is located in Jenny Wiley / Dewey Lake, Kentucky. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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