Campground Host, Comers Rock Recreation Area, 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.

Located on top of Iron Mountain at 3800 feet, Comers Rock Recreation area has a small primitive campground and historic picnic area. The log picnic shelter with a large stone fireplace was built by the Civilian Conservation Corp. Within walking distance of the campground are long distance hikes in Dry Run Wilderness, 360 degree views from Comers Rock Overlook and former fire tower, and the Unaka Nature Trail. Less than 2 miles away is Hale Lake for fishing, hiking, and canoeing.  Mountain biking trails are also accessible from this recreation area.  As this is a primitive site, there are no hook-ups available, but the area does have limited cell phone service.  This area is located 21 miles from Wytheville, VA.  This position is a great opportunity for someone who loves to “rough it” and enjoys pushing themselves to live simply.  

Dates: June 8th - November 30th 

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.