Clifton Forge is a town in Alleghany County, Virginia, United States which is part of the greater Roanoke Region.

However, in 2001, Clifton Forge gave up its city status and reverted to a town.

[7] According to the United States Census Bureau, the town had a total area of 3.1 square miles (8.0 km2), all land.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Clifton Forge is served by Alleghany Highlands Public Schools.

Law enforcement is provided by the Clifton Forge Police Department.

Ingalls Field, located near Hot Springs, is the closest general aviation airport to the town.

Clifton Forge also serves a major locomotive fuel facility for CSX Transportation and is home to the Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society and C&O Railway Heritage Center.