Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Bend
VISIT DATE: 06/19/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/23/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Potomac
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Upper Tract
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From the Kiles general store and gas station in Upper Tract, WV,
take US Rt. 220 north 1 mile to Smoke Hole Rd. (County Rt. 2).
Turn left onto Rt. 2 and go 5.4 miles to "Y" intersection.
Continue straight on Rt. 2 (Smoke Hole Rd) 3.8 miles into
campground.
NOTE: Smoke Hole Rd. (Rt. 2) is intermittently single and narrow
two-lane, gravel and paved. It is also winding with some hairpin curves.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
The campground, one of five in the Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks
National Recreation Area, is composed of two unnamed loops and a
spur on a large sweeping bend of the South Branch of the Potomac
River. Lantern poles are found at all campsites. The spur is
closest to the River and has some sites a short walk from it.
The spur campsites are the most popular and tend to be occupied
first. The loops wind up a hillside where dense vegetation
limits any view of the river. The campsites are surrounded by a
heavy middle and overstory of deciduous trees, suggesting good
fall foliage. Privacy throughout the campground is good to
excellent. The campground is located in the Smoke Hole Canyon and
a good starting point for exploring the lower canyon area. A
popular activity for campers is floating the South Branch from
one end of the campground around the bend to the other. The
area's topography makes flash floods a possibility and
occasionally the access route is damaged. Call the ranger
district office for current information and road conditions.
Firewood available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 5 through October 27
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$27 per day - single
$29 per day - single (River)
$43 per day - double
$50 per day - double (River)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 46
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved with gravel or grass extensions and
many have a serious slope that could make leveling a challenge.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 12
No. Threaded: 9
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
South Branch of Potomac River can be accessed from day use area
and is floatable.
HIKING
Big Bend River Loop - 1 mile
FISHING
Trout, bass, catfish, bluegill, and sunfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bishop Knob
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gauley
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Richwood
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Richwood, WV, take State Rt. 39/55 east to County Rt. 76
(across from restaurant). Turn left onto Rt. 76 and go 9.1 miles
to a four-point intersection. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 101 and
proceed 2.5 miles to campground. There are signs along the way
pointing to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,920 ft.
The campground, composed of two unnamed loops, is located on a
ridgetop between Cranberry and Williams Rivers. Good basecamp
for mountain bicycle enthusiasts and hikers. The camp sites are
nice woods and offer fair privacy. This campground has an
undiscovered, undermaintained feel to it.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 30 through November 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day - single
$16 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 61
Total Sites: 61
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 54
No. Grilles on Sites: 55
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 61'
Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps. Although tested regularly
by the Forest Service, water from the wells have a reddish
appearance caused by iron in the soil. For drinking purposes,
campers may want to bring potable water.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Bishop Knob Trail
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blue Bend
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/23/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: White Sulphur
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: White Sulphur Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From White Sulphur Springs, WV, take State Rt. 92 north 9.1 miles
to County Rt. 16/2. Turn left onto Rt. 16/2 and proceed 13.9
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,860 ft.
One of two campgrounds in the Blue Bend Recreation Area, it is a
single spur stretching out along Anthony Creek. The second
campground in the Recreation Area, Blue Meadow, is a Group
campground that may be used for overflow campers. The campground
was constructed in the 1930s by the CCC and has retained much of
its rustic charm. Several hiking trails and good fishing make
this a pleasant family campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 29 through November 30 - weather permitting
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single, no electric hookups
$20 per day - single, electric hookups
$40 per day - double, electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 1
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 17' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps. There is a threaded spigot
near the beach bathhouse
WATER SPORTS
Swimming in Anthony Creek
HIKING
Blue Bend Loop Trail (foot) - 5.0 miles
trail accesses 3.8 mile Anthony Creek Trail
Beaver's Tale Interpretive Trail (foot, loop) - 0.2 miles
FISHING
Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cales Knoll
VISIT DATE: 06/13/2018
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: White Sulphur
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Neola
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Neola, WV, at the intersection of State Rt. 14 (Lake Sherwood Rd.)
and State Rt. 92, take State Rt. 14 east 10.4 miles to campground
sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground, tent only and one of four in the Lake Sherwood
Recreation Area, is located at the highest point in the facility.
overlooking Lake Sherwood. Near the Virginia and West Virginia boundary,
the campground is nestled in an Allegheny Mountain valley and offers great
hiking, good fishing, and various water sports.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 8 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Showers available in beach area.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Sherwoon is 165 acres. Power boats limited to electric motors.
Boats and canoes available for rent.
HIKING
All trails - foot and mountain bike
Lake Sherwood Trail - 3.7 miles
Upper Meadow Trail - 1.2 miles
Meadow Mtn. Trail - 3.5 Miles
Meadow Creek Trail - 2.7 miles
FISHING
Tiger muskie, Channel catfish, Bullhead catfish, Bluegill and Largemouth bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cranberry
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gauley
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Richwood
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Richwood, WV, take State Rt. 39/55 east to County Rt. 76.
Turn left (across from restaurant on right) onto Rt. 76. Follow
campground signs for 9.1 miles to a four point intersection.
Turn right onto Forest Rt. 101 and go 1.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,360 ft.
The campground has two loops along the winding Cranberry River.
It is well suited as a "home base" from which to explore the
Cranberry Backcountry. Popular in Spring for its trout fishing,
this campground is considered semi-primitive, with a pleasantly
tranquil atmosphere. The campground is convenient to Cranberry
Glades Botanical Area, the largest area of protected bogs in West
Virginia, and a number of hiking and mountain bike trails, such
as Cranberry Ridge and Adkins Rockhouse trails. About a dozen
dispersed camp sites have been designated along the banks of the
Cranberry River - contact the Ranger District Office for more
information.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
$20 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 15.5' X 67'
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Glades Gate - 16 miles
provides access to 8 shelters along the trail
FISHING
Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Day Run
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marlinton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marlinton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Marlinton, WV, take US Rt. 219 north 8 miles to State Rt.
150 (Highland Scenic Highway). Turn left onto Rt. 150 and go 9.5
miles to "Campground Ahead" sign on left side of road. Turn left
at sign, and at bottom of hill, turn right and proceed 3 miles to
an intersection. Make hard right onto Forest Rt. 216 and go 1.2
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,960 ft.
A very neat and well-maintained campground with a trash can at
each site. It is convenient to State Route 150, the Highland
Scenic Highway, and good for transient campers. However, there
is enough scenic beauty in the area for a few days of
exploration. Good wildlife viewing opportunities. Nearby
Cranberry Wilderness and Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, the
largest area of protected bogs in West Virginia, are worth a day
trip each.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 84'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Fishing: Yes
CAMPGROUND NAME: Horseshoe
VISIT DATE: 06/20/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/23/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cheat
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Parsons
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Parsons, WV, at intersection of US Rt. 219 and State Rt. 72,
take Rt. 72 north 6 miles to sign for right turn to St. George,
WV. Go into St. George for 0.4 miles and turn right onto State
Rt. 1. Proceed on Rt. 1 for 3 miles to State Rt. 7. Turn left
onto Rt. 7 and go 3.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,500 ft.
The campground has two loops separated by a large, grassy Day Use
area on the banks of the Horseshoe Run, a "feeder" stream to the
Cheat River. The first loop is more open with trimmed grass
understory and has long level parking aprons shaded by poplar and
maple. The second loop in nestled in a dense stand of conifers,
mainly hemlock and pine. The parking aprons are shorter, sites
are along Horseshoe Run on top of a steep bank, and have the
campgrounds only walk-in tent sites. The privacy in this loop is
good. The campsites also have lantern poles. Rhododendron
surround the campground. Hiking trails conveniently located in
the area, fishing, rafting, and canoeing on the Cheat River are
attractions of the campground. A major event at the campground
is the Kids All American Fishing Derby, held in the spring.
Contact Ranger District Office for more information. Firewood
and ice are available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 9
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day - no electric hookups
$22 per day - electric hookups
NOTE: Discount for Golden Age/Access Passport holders does not
apply to hookup surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 13
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS
Wading in Horseshoe Run
HIKING
These trails are designated for foot, horse, and mountain
bicycle.
Losh Run Trail - 1.8 miles
provides access to Dorman Ridge Trail
Dorman Ridge - 1.4 miles
FISHING
Brown and Golden trout and stocked rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Laurel Fork
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Greenbrier
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wymer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Wymer, WV, take US Rt. 33/55 to Forest Rt. 14. Turn right
(across from Chevron gas station) onto Rt. 14 and go 12.2 miles
to campground. NOTE: Rt. 14 is gravel and may have pot holes
and washboard surfaces.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,260 ft.
The campground is actually split by the Laurel River and in the
middle of Laurel Fork Wilderness. Located on a small corridor
along State Route 40 which provides access to campers using
motorized and mechanical vehicles, this campground is an
excellent "homebase" for exploring nearby Middle Mountains.
There is limited overstory so sites tend to be open and sunny.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
April 1 through November 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 24' X 81'
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Laurel Fork.
HIKING
There are trails providing access to Laurel Fork North and South
Wilderness areas.
FISHING
Native Brookies and trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Meadow Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: White Sulphur
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Neola
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Neola, WV, at the intersection of State Rt. 14 (Lake Sherwood
Rd.) and State Rt. 92, take State Rt. 14 east 11 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,600 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Lake Sherwood Recreation
Area, has two overlapping loops and one spur along the shore of
Lake Sherwood, the largest lake in the Forest. A small boat ramp
is located at the end of the spur and has a parking area. This
campground has the best and most direct access to the greatest
number of hiking trails in the Recreation Area. This campground
is furthest from entrance and Waste Station. Near the Virginia
and West Virginia boundary, the campground is nestled in an
Allegheny Mountain valley and offers great hiking, good fishing,
and various water sports.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 8 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 35
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel, some of which are 20 ft. wide.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Sherwood is 156 acres. Only electric motors are permitted.
Boats and canoes available for rent.
HIKING
All trails - foot and mountain bike
Lake Sherwood Trail - 3.7 miles
Upper Meadow Trail - 1.2 miles
Meadow Mtn. Trail - 3.5 miles
Meadow Creek Trail - 2.7 miles
FISHING
Tiger muskie, Channel catfish, Bullhead trout, Bluegill, and
Largemouth bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Run
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: White Sulphur
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Neola
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Neola, WV, at the intersection of State Rt. 14 (Lake Sherwood
Rd.) and State Rt. 92, take State Rt. 14 east 10.8 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,600 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Lake Sherwood Recreation
Area, has two overlapping loops and one long spur along the shore
of Lake Sherwood, the largest lake in the Forest. A boat ramp is
located at the end of the spur and has a parking area. Near the
Virginia and West Virginia boundary, the campground is nestled in
an Allegheny Mountain valley and offers great hiking, good
fishing, and various water sports. Sites are nestled among a
pleasant mixture of deciduous hardwoods. Privacy between sites
is fair.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 8 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Sherwood is 156 acres. Only electric motors are permitted.
Boats and canoes available for rent.
HIKING
All trails - foot and mountain bike
Lake Sherwood Trail - 3.7 miles
Upper Meadow Trail - 1.2 miles
Meadow Mtn. Trail - 3.5 miles
Meadow Creek Trail - 2.7 miles
FISHING
Tiger muskie, Channel catfish, Bullhead trout, Bluegill, and
Largemouth bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Red Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/19/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Potomac
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hopeville
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Seneca Rocks, WV, at the intersection of US Rt. 33 and State
Rts. 28/55, take Rts. 28/55 north 12 miles to Dolly Sods sign.
Turn left after sign onto Jordan Run Rd (County Rt. 28/7) and go
0.5 miles to "Y" intersection and Dolly Sods sign. At this fork,
disregard sign to left for Dolly Sods, and proceed to the right
on County Rt. 4 (paved) for 6.9 miles to Forest Rt. 75 and
another sign to Dolly Sods. Turn left at this sign, staying on
Rt. 75 (gravel) and go 7.2 miles to campground on right.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 75 is a long pull on a wide single lane.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,900 ft.
A single loop campground, with a couple of secluded walk-in tent
only campsites, is located at the edge of the Dolly Sods Scenic
Area/Wilderness and is truly a special place. "Scenic" does not
adequately describe the area. The campground sits on top of the
Allegheny Plateau where the climate and plant life resemble the
tundra of Northern Canada. Once covered by a thick forest of
spruce, the area is now slowly recovering from the slash and burn
logging techniques used in the 19th Century. A variety of
trails, up to 45 miles through the Wilderness, provide access to
this most unusual environment. A favorite activity for campers
is to watch approaching summer storms from the Plateau's rim.
The campsites are surrounded by shimmering Aspen and young maple
trees as well as mountain laurel and azaleas. A natural spring
has been piped for camper's use but requires boiling and/or
treatment before use.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through December 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $11 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
Bring your own water or be prepared to treat water.
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Blackbird Knob Trail #511 (foot) - 9.2 miles
provides access to a network of trails in the Dolly Sods
Wilderness
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Seneca Shadows
VISIT DATE: 06/25/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Potomac
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seneca Rocks
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Seneca Rocks, WV, take US Rt. 28/33 south 1.1 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,600 ft.
The campground has three loops - A, B, & C, an open field for
walk-in tent campers, one spur for group camping (not included in
this survey) and views of the Seneca Rocks. The three loops are
nestled in dense woods offering lots of shade, flush toilets and
hot showers. Grey water disposal sites are scattered throughout
the campground and generally co-located with water spigots. Only
Loop C offers electric hook-ups. The best views of Seneca Rocks
are from the tent-only area. An amphitheater is available for
interpretive programs; check with campground host for schedule.
This campground is one of five in the -Seneca Rocks
National Recreation Area. While hiking trails in the area offer
great ways to explore the forest, rock climbing is the area's
main attraction. Convenient to Seneca Rocks, climbers can be
seen mastering its 900 foot face from the campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 5 through October 27
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day - single occupancy walk-in
$28 per day - double occupancy walk-in
$22 per day - single, no electric hookups
$30 per day - single, electric hookups
$35 per day - double, no electric hookups
$52 per day - double, electric hookups
NOTE: No Senior/Access discount on surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 39
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 77
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 77
No. Grilles on Sites: 77
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 13
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 48'
Comments:
Grey water disposal units are located next to toilet facilities.
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 4
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Sunrise Loop (foot) - 0.5 miles
There is an unnamed trail to Seneca Rocks
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Spruce Knob Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Potomac
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Riverton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Riverton, WV, take US Rt. 33 East/State Rt. 28 South, 2
miles to Spruce Knob Lake sign. Turn right after sign onto
Briery Gap Rd. (County Rt. 33/4) and go 2.4 miles to "Y"
intersection. Bear right onto Forest Rt. 112 and go 7.4 miles to
another "Y" intersection. Bear left, staying on Rt. 112 and go 6
miles to campground sign. Bear right at sign and go 0.6 miles to
campground on right.
NOTE: The last 8 miles of Forest Rt. 112 are intermittently
gravel and paved with switch-backs.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,920 ft.
A single loop campground, one of five in the Spruce Knob/Seneca
Rocks National Scenic Area, is on the way to Spruce Knob
Mountain, the highest point in West Virginia (4,681feet). The
most wilderness-feeling campground in the Scenic Area, sites are
nestled in a thick stand of mixed hardwoods that provide ample
shade and excellent privacy. To preserve the vegetation, tents
are permitted only on tent pads. Campsites have lantern poles
and trimmed grass understory. The campground is convenient to
outstanding hiking trails. Located in a beautiful mixed hardwood
forest near the small Spruce Knob Lake, fishing is also an
attraction. The overall atmosphere at the campground is tranquil
and secluded. A dozen walk-in campsites provide a semi-
wilderness camping experience without the need to backpack. The
campground uses solar power for its water system. All water
spigots are located on the downhill side of the loop. Firewood
is available for a fee.
NOTE: This is bear country; practice safe food storage
techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 19 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day - walk-in
$18 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 42
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and some have serious slope, making
leveling a challenge. An RV waste station is available, for a
fee, at Seneca Shadows camgpround (Forest Service) located south
of Seneca Rocks, WV on Rt. 33. The water system is solar
powered; suggest filling fresh water tank before entering
campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Spruce Knob Lake, located 0.5 miles south of campground, is 10
acres. Power boats are limited to electric motors.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow (stocked), Brown and Golden trout, Smallmouth bass,
Bluegill, and Channel and Flathead catfish are available in
nearby Spruce Knob Lake
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stuart
VISIT DATE: 06/20/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cheat
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Elkins
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Elkins, WV, take US Rt. 33 east 3.4 miles to Old Rt. 33 and
campground signs. Turn left after the signs onto Old Rt. 33 and
go 2 miles to another campground sign. Turn left and go 0.3
miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,240 ft.
The campground is a single loop above a bend in the Shavers Fork
of Cheat River in a lush stand of mixed woods. Maple, oak and
hickory provide ample shade while mountain laurel and
rhododendron offer excellent privacy between campsites. An
enormous day use area, with a huge grassy field, pavilions, and
easy access to the river are a short drive from the campground.
Bank fishing and swimming or wading are also possible at the day
use area. Composed of a single loop and a long spur, the
campground features a river bank swimming area, security (gate
locked at 9pm), two pleasant hiking trails and modern bathrooms
with hot showers. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 19 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $33 per day - single, electric hookups
$58 per day - double, electric hookups
NOTE: No Senior/Access discount on surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 26
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and many have a serious slope,
making leveling a challenge.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Supervised wading is possible in Shavers Fork of Cheat River.
There is a swimming hole in the day use area.
HIKING
River Loop Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout and Smallmouth bass (all are catch and
release)
CAMPGROUND NAME: Summit Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/15/2023
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gauley
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Richwood
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Richwood, WV, take US Rt. 39/55 for 6.3 miles to the Summit
Lake campground sign. Turn left onto County Rt. 39/5 and go 2.2
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,228 ft.
This rustic campground attracts many anglers for fishing
opportunities in Summit Lake. Families will enjoy the
campground's trail around Summit Lake which provides a pleasant
way to explore the surrounding forest. The campground is
convenient to State Routes 39 and 55, Highland Scenic Highway,
but far enough off the main road for good wildlife viewing and
lots of quiet.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 2 through November 30 - weaather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 33
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 33
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10' X 94'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Upper loop is more RV friendly.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps on the upper loop, faucets on
the lower loop.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Summit Lake is 42 acres. Power boats are limited to electric motors.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There is an unmaintained foot trail around the lake.
FISHING
Trout, bass and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tea Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marlinton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marlinton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Marlinton, WV, take US Rt. 219 north to State Rt. 150
(Highland Scenic Highway). Turn left onto Rt. 150 and go 9.5
miles to "Campground Ahead" sign on left side of road. Turn left
at sign, and at bottom of hill, turn left again and go 1 mile to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is located at the edge of Cranberry Wilderness in
a lush woodland area. Although mechanical and motorized vehicles
are not permitted in the Wilderness, this campground is very
popular with mountain bike enthusiasts. There are 16.3 miles of
hiking and biking trails out of the campground and these trails
link to an extensive network crisscrossing Turkey and Tea Creek
mountains. The campground is located in the Tea Creek floodplain
and enjoys a robust population of rhododendron.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 28
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 28
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 18' X 64'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Tea Creek
HIKING
Williams River Trail - 2.2 miles
Tea Creek Interpretive - 2.5 miles
Tea Creek Mountain Trail - 4.6 miles
Tea Creek Trail - 7 miles
Turkey Paint Trail - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Fishing: Yes
CAMPGROUND NAME: West Shore
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: White Sulphur
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Neola
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Neola, WV, at the intersection of State Rt. 14 (Lake Sherwood
Rd.) and State Rt. 92, take State Rt. 14 east 10.6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,600 ft.
The campground, one of three in the Lake Sherwood Recreation
Area, has one large loop along the shore of Lake Sherwood, the
largest lake in the Forest. The campground has a rugged,
wilderness camping feel. Near the Virginia and West Virginia
boundary, the campground is nestled in an Allegheny Mountain
valley and offers great hiking, good fishing, and various water
sports.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 8 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - tent
$20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 18' X 78'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Sherwood is 156 acres. Power boats are limited to electric
motors. Boats and canoes available for rent.
HIKING
All trails - foot and mountain bike
Lake Sherwood Trail - 3.7 miles
Upper Meadow Trail - 1.2 miles
Meadow Mtn. Trail - 3.5 miles
Meadow Creek Trail - 2.7 miles
FISHING
Tiger muskie, Channel catfish, bullhead trout, Bluegill and
Largemouth bass
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