Campground Host, Hussy Mountain Horsecamp, Mount Rogers NRA

The Mount Rogers National Recreation Area is looking for volunteers to fill several campground host opportunities.  Campsite will be provided free of charge, but Hosts must provide their own living quarters; e.g. trailer or RV.

Hussy Mountain Horsecamp is a rustic camp for equestrians. In the east fork of the Dry Run Valley, the area is known for its cool climate. With parking for vehicles and trailers, picnic tables, a fire ring, horse stalls, hitching rails , and space for fishing, wading, and watering horses, this campground provides many opportunities for recreation. There is also access to the Highlands Horse Trail. Hussy Mountain Horsecamp is perfect for someone who wants a high elevation mountain setting and doesn’t mind being in a remote area with limited services.  While there are no hookups for RV’s or cell service, a satellite phone and two-way radio are provided for communication.  

Dates: April 15th to October 31st

Hosts should be at the campground 4-5 days per week, including weekends and holidays 

Service hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, but Hosts may be called upon 24 hours a day 

Days off will be scheduled for weekdays, usually Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday

Host Duties: 

• Greet, help orient, provide information inform visitors of rules and regulations 

• Manage Reservations 

• Perform minor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, shoveling and raking 

• Cleaning restrooms/bathhouses daily

• Inspect campground

• Record keeping 

• Monitor use of area 

Host(s) will represent the Forest Service in public contacts, providing information and directions, and reporting vandalism and other problems to Forest Service personnel. All necessary tools, supplies, safety equipment, and training  will be provided by the Forest Service.

Please call for more information on this opportunity! For additional information, please contact  Viviana Ruiz, Partnerships, Volunteers and Service Coordinator at [email protected] or  at (276) 781-3392.