Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Bend
VISIT DATE: 06/19/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/4/2009
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 Upper Tract, WV, go north on County Rt. 2 and US Rt. 220 for
1.1 miles. Bear left on County Rt. 2 and go 9.8 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,160 ft.
The campground, one of five campgrounds in the Spruce Knob-Seneca
Rocks National Recreation Area, is composed of two unnamed loops
and a spur on a large sweeping loop of the South Branch of the
Potomac River. The spur is closest to the River and has some
sites which are adjacent to it. The loops wind up a hillside
where dense vegetation limits any view of the River. The
campground is located in the Smoke Hole Canyon. The campground
is a good starting point for exploring the lower canyon area. It
is popular with canoe and kayak enthusiasts. The area's
topography makes flash floods a possibility and occasionally the
acess route is damaged. Call the Ranger District Office for
current information and road conditions. Although the spur's
sites are very attractive, loops are recommended for campers with
RVs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 13 through October 25
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 and $20 per day - single
$30 per day - double.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 45
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 45
No. Grilles on Sites: 45
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 20' X 66'
Comments:
Grassy parking aprons on upper loops, gravel on lower loop.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
South Branch of Potomac River is nearby.
HIKING
Big Bend River Loop - 1 mile
FISHING
Trout, bass and catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bishop Knob
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2009
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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 10 through November 30.
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): 61
Total Sites: 61
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 54
No. Grilles on Sites: 55
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
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.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Bishop Knob Trail
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blue Bend
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 6/30/2009
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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Reduced services after October 1.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day (half price October 1 through April 15).
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
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
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
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:
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: Cranberry
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2009
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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 10 through November 30
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): 26
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
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: 3/27/2009
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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30
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
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
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: 4/4/2009
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cheat
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Parsons
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Parsons, WV, take State Rt. 72 north 6 miles to sign for
right turn to St. George, WV. Go into St. George .4 of a mile
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 1,720 ft.
This small single loop campground is located on the banks of the
Horseshoe Run which is a "feeder" stream to the Cheat River. The
camp sites are heavily wooded with lantern holders. The main
attractions of the campground are a number of hiking trails
conveniently located in the area, fishing, rafting, and canoeing
opportunities found on the Cheat River.
The Kids All American Fishing Derby is held during May or June
each year at this campground. Check out
www.fs.fed.us/r9/mnf/rec/fishing.html for exact date and other
information pertaining to the Derby. Or, call the Cheat Ranger
District Office on 304-478-3251 for information.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 17.5' X 38.5'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
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: 0
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:
Swimming is possible in Horsehoe Run. No lifeguard
HIKING
These trails are designated for foot, horse, and mountain
bicycle.
Two Camp Trail - 0.2 miles
provides access to Losh Run Trail
Losh Run Trail - 1.8 miles
provides access to Dorman Ridge Trail
Dorman Ridge - 1.4 miles
FISHING
Stocked trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Laurel Fork
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/4/2009
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: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Water available from April 1 through December 1only.
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
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
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: 3/27/2009
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 three 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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
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
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: 3/27/2009
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 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 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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
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
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: Pocahontas
VISIT DATE: 06/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2009
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marlinton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marlinton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Marlinton, WV, take State Rt. 39 for 9 miles to Minniehaha
Spring, WV. In Minniehaha Springs, Rt. 39 merges with State Rt.
92. Follow 39/92 for 4.3 miles until Rt. 92 splits off. Follow
Rt. 92 for 2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,420 ft.
A rustic campground surrounded by grand old woods is,
unfortunately, under-maintained. It has a wilderness feel and is
convenient to State Route 92.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 to November 30
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): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 7
No. Grilles on Sites: 8
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14.5' X 75'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Red Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/19/1996
UPDATE DATE: 04/04/2009
STATE: West Virginia
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Potomac
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hopeville
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Hopeville, WV, take State Rt. 28/55 north 0.3 miles to signs
for Jordan Run Rd., Forest Rt. 19 and Dolly Sods. Turn left at
these signs and proceed to a fork in the road. At the fork,
disregard sign to left for Dolly Sods and proceed to the right on
County Rt. 4 for 6.9 miles to Forest Rt. 75 and sign to Dolly
Sods. Turn left at sign and follow Rt. 75 for 7.3 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,720 ft.
This single loop campground is located near the Dolly Sods Scenic
Area/Wilderness, a truly special place. 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
wide variety of trails provide access to this most unusual environment.
A favorite activity of visitors is to watch approaching summer storms
from the Plateau's rim. Beware: this campground can be habit forming.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 15 through December 1.
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
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 58'
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
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Northland Loop Nature Trail and several wilderness trails leading
into the Dolly Sods Wilderness. Obtain information from the
Seneca Rocks Visitor Center.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Seneca Shadows
VISIT DATE: 06/25/1996
UPDATE DATE: 04/04/2009
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 1,620 ft.
The campground has three loops - A, B, & C), an open field for
walk-in tent campers, and one spur for group camping. (Group
campsites are not included. Call the Ranger District Office for
information.) 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 located in the Spruce Knob-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. The campground is convenient to Seneca Rocks and
climbers can be seen mastering its 900 foot face.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 3 through October 25.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $13 per day - single occupancy walk-in
$20 per day - double occupancy walk-in
$19 per day - single - no electric hookups
$25 per day - single - electric hook-ups
$30 per day - double - no electric hook-ups
$40 per day - double - electric hook-ups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 40
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 36
Total Sites: 76
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 76
No. Grilles on Sites: 76
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 13
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 63'
Comments:
Grey water disposal units are scattered throughout campground.
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
Trail to Seneca Rocks General Store - starts at bottom of tent
field.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Spruce Knob Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/4/2009
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 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Rd.
(County Rt. 33/4 at Gateway General Store). Turn onto Briery Gap
Rd. and go 2 miles to Forest Rt. 112. Proceed on Rt. 112 for
13.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,920 ft.
A single loop campground on the way to Spruce Knob Mountain, it
is the highest point in West Virginia (4,681feet). At the edge
of the Spruce Knob Unit and one of five campgrounds in the Spruce
Knob-Seneca Rocks Recreation Area, 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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 17 through October 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day - single
$26 per day - double
$12 per day - walk-in
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
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 70'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Fish for trout at Spruce Knob Lake, 0.5 miles from campground -
wheelchair friendly.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stuart
VISIT DATE: 06/20/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/4/2009
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 for 3.4 miles to Old Rt. 33.
Turn left onto Old Rt. 33 and proceed about 2.8 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,240 ft.
The campground is located on a bend in the Shavers Fork River
within an easy drive of Elkins, WV. Composed of a single loop
and a long spur, the campground features a river bank swimming
area (no lifeguard), security (gate is locked at 9pm), two
pleasant hiking trails and modern bathrooms with hot showers.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 17 through October 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 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): 26
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
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
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 85'
Comments:
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: 1
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:
See General Comments. Wading is possible in Shavers Fork River.
HIKING
Turkey Scratch Nature Trail
River Loop Trail
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Summit Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/21/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2009
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 10 through November 30
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
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 33
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
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.
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: 3/27/2009
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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30
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): 25
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
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: 3/27/2009
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 10.5 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.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
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
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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