Grassy Creek Park

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3173 Harry Davis Road, Bullock, NC 27507

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Booking

Reservable

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Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Opens John H. Kerr Reservoir site

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Grassy Creek Park

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Campsite Fees

Reservation change and cancellation fees apply: $10 change fee for switching dates entirely outside original reservation; $10 service fee withheld...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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About Grassy Creek Park

Discover North Carolina's hidden gem on the shores of John H. Kerr Reservoir, where Grassy Creek Park offers the perfect blend of lakeside recreation and natural beauty. As the only North Carolina park managed by the reservoir, this waterfront haven features a sandy swimming beach, shaded picnic areas, and direct access to some of the region's best fishing, hunting, and wildlife watching.

Historical SignificanceThe story of John H. Kerr Reservoir begins in 1952, when the completion of the John H. Kerr Dam transformed the Roanoke River into a sprawling two-state waterway. Known locally as Buggs Island Lake, this engineering marvel created thousands of acres of recreational opportunities while taming the historic floods that once plagued the region. Today, the reservoir stands as a testament to mid-century American infrastructure, drawing visitors from both North Carolina and Virginia to its welcoming shores.

Natural Features and SceneryNestled along the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of one of the Southeast's largest reservoirs, Grassy Creek Park immerses visitors in a landscape where water meets wilderness. Ancient hardwoods provide dappled shade over picnic areas, while the gentle lapping of lake water against the sandy swimming beach creates a natural soundtrack for relaxation. The reservoir's diverse ecosystem supports an impressive array of waterfowl and wildlife, from great blue herons stalking the shallows to bald eagles soaring overhead. Surrounding Wildlife Management Areas extend the natural experience beyond the park's boundaries, offering endless opportunities to connect with the region's rich biodiversity.

Geological RegionSituated on the Roanoke River corridor where the Piedmont meets the Coastal Plain, the park occupies a transitional zone characterized by gently rolling terrain and intricate cove formations carved by the reservoir's fluctuating waters. The wooded shoreline reveals layers of ancient sedimentary rock, smoothed and shaped by millennia of river flow before the dam's construction transformed this valley into the expansive John H. Kerr Reservoir.

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3:00 PM

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsRecreation.gov; Recreation.gov Call Center; onsite staff assistance

Cancellation PolicyVisitors may cancel reservations prior to arrival online or via the Recreation.gov call center; a $10 service fee is withheld from refunds. Cancellations the day before or on arrival incur a $10 service fee and forfeit the first night's approved rate (one-night reservations forfeit full payment). No-shows are assessed a $20 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-ons. Group overnight cancellations within 14 days forfeit first night's rate plus $10 service fee. Refund requests may be submitted through Recreation.gov (within 7 days of reservation end) or via the call center; emergency closures may result in full refunds.

Amenities available

Picnic tables

Activities you can enjoy

Grassy Creek Park on John H. Kerr Reservoir offers lake-based recreation and wildlife-related activities. The area supports fishing, hunting on adjacent public lands (with appropriate state licenses), hiking, wildlife viewing and birding; nearby Wildlife Management Areas provide year-round opportunities.

Hiking

The lake shoreline and surrounding public lands, including 26 Wildlife Management Areas around the lake, provide year-round opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing and birding.

Fishing

Kerr Reservoir is widely known for fishing; species mentioned include largemouth bass, striped bass, crappie, flathead catfish, channel catfish and blue catfish. Fishing and hunting are regulated by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources on the Virginia side and the North Carolina Department of Wildlife Resources on the North Carolina side.

Swimming

A designated swimming beach is available at the park, making it suitable for family beach and swim activities.

Boating

Clarksville Marina is noted as being about 15 minutes by highway and approximately 30 minutes by water, indicating water access nearby.

Wildlife viewing

Public lands around the lake support wildlife viewing and birding; game species listed include whitetail deer, wild turkey, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit, fox and raccoon. Resident waterfowl include wood duck, black duck, mallard and Canada geese.

Beach activities

The park has a designated swimming beach and lakeside picnic areas suitable for beachside family activities.