There are nine campgrounds along the 469 miles of this National Park Service scenic byway which follows the crest of the Blue Ridge into the Roanoke Valley. Each campsite has a picnic table and fireplace, but there are no electric or water hookups. Drinking water and comfort stations generally are a short hike away. The season is May through October. The facility has about 40 tent and 25 RV sites.
Fishing is available at nearby Otter Lake.
There are nature trails and a visitors' center. Peaks of Otter is a popular camping area near milepost 86 about 30 miles north of Roanoke. In the shadow of lofty Sharp Top Mountain, a popular hiking attraction. The campground has about 90 tent and 60 RV sites. A restaurant, fishing lake and visitors' center are nearby.