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Chestnut Creek Campground
Lansing, West Virginia19 Reviews44 Photos235 SavesThe closest campground to the New River Gorge Bridge. Chestnut Creek Campground offers quiet primitive camping in the woods. We are a mere half a mile (0.5mi) from the New River Gorge Bridge! That's walking distance folks. Our hygienic facility has hot showers, lavatory stalls, hand washing sinks, and a wash basin located outside for dish washing and filling up water jugs. Firewood and Ice are available on site as well. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire pit. A general store and burrito bar are located literally around the corner; Both are within walking distance. Hiking and Climbing trail-heads (Fern Buttress, Endless Wall, Beauty Mountain; to name a few) are just down the way and access to the river is a stone's throw away (our drive is just across from Fayette Station Rd). If you're wanting to venture further to more local restaurants/shops; we are only a 5 minute drive from downtown Fayetteville. We are a pet friendly establishment for those with dogs who love to travel as much as you do. We keep quiet hours from 11pm-7am (starts @ midnight on weekends). Mainly we accommodate rustic tent camping, however; some sites are able to accommodate pop-up campers and trailers up to 20ft (we do not have hookups/electric). Call today to reserve a site for your upcoming adventure at the New River Gorge.
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$10 - $11 / night
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New River Gorge Campground - American Alpine Club
Lansing, West Virginia9 Reviews22 Photos70 SavesThe American Alpine Club (AAC) campground at the New River Gorge resides in Fayetteville, WV, on a 40-acre parcel adjacent to the National Park and within walking distance of popular crags at the New River Gorge. There are 40 private sites and ten communal sites. No RVs, no trailers, and no vehicles over 20' are permitted. There are two large communal fire pits, a bathhouse with coin-operated showers ($1 for minutes), and a pavilion. We're working on a wifi solution, but it comes and goes.
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$8 - $30 / night
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Brooklyn Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Thurmond, West Virginia3 Reviews8 Photos66 SavesThis tent only campground is located on the banks of the New River near the Cunard River Access point and Southside Trailhead. It offers 4 walk-in tents sites and 1 tent-only drive-in site. There are no drive-in sites for RVs or campers at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited.
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Plum Orchard Lake WMA
Scarbro, West Virginia4 Reviews41 Photos27 Saves- Pets
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$10 / night
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Old Mill Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
Nimitz, West Virginia5 Reviews8 Photos2 SavesOld Mill Campground offers 44 rustic campsites. This campground is not suggested for larger RVs and campers. The campground has a central bathhouse available for all guests.
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Meadow Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Meadow Creek, West Virginia2 Reviews8 Photos10 SavesThis tent-only primitive campground located along the New River is only one mile from the Sandstone Visitor Center. It offers 17 tent sites in an open field. There are no drive-in sites at this campground. The railroad crossing is dangerous for RVs and trailers. RV, trailer, or car camping is prohibited. Campers should expect to hear some noise such as train horns. There is a group site for groups of 8 or more available by permit - contact the permits office at 304-465-6517.
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Meadow Creek Campground
Meadow Creek, West Virginia1 Review2 Photos5 Saves- Pets
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East Shore Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
Nimitz, West Virginia2 Reviews1 Photo2 SavesLooking for a remote experience? Then East Shore Campground is for you. The campground offers 39 primitive sites that are accessible by boat only. East Shore campsite availability depends upon the Army Corps of Engineer (ACE) Phase 5 renovation/construction of the Bluestone Dam project. Call the park for further information. Remember, when experiencing this camping venue, please pack-out what you pack-in and keep the area clean and green.
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CB Ranch
Lewisburg, West Virginia1 Review9 Photos10 SavesOur Camp sites are primitive and very private,these pictures show some of the views from the property. There will be a small clearing area for you to pitch your tent and set up a corral. There are several springs in the area to get water from if needed. We have over 100 acres with trails thru out for Riding,hiking and exploring. Call for rates and availability.
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$30 - $60 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Danese
471 Reviews of 27 Danese Campgrounds
Rifrafters Campground
Great overnight stop very shaded and peaceful
We stayed overnight on our way up the coast and had a great visit. I wish we could’ve stayed longer. The campground was very peaceful and shaded people were very friendly and the facilities were exceptionally clean.
Glen Lyn Town Park & Campground
Campground
Cute place off the freeway with water access and a playground, 6 mile hiking trail to waterfall and not far from town. There is a train station nearby and the trains are loud. They come by every now and then night and day, they do live music some nights and church gatherings where a man basically yells all night long. Lots of freeway noise so the nightly fee is kinda stupid considering you won't get any sleep if you stay here. The river is super planted so I wouldn't swim here either sadly.. and the showers have NO water presser yet you gotta pay for a bathroom key otherwise there's porta-potties by the dumpster.
Kanawha State Forest
Not bad
Overall not a bad campground. Very pricey in my mind, $43 after taxes for 1 night of primitive camping. Got there at 4 on a monday and no one was in the office, ended up riding 45 minutes up the road to call to reserve a spot, they said everything was a 3 night minimum. I ended up booking online for just 1 night. Campground was clean and quiet, directions aren’t super clear as to where the campground is. Would stay here again if I had to, but wouldn’t be my first pick.
Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Great spot!
Great quiet spot. All primitive, does have a bathhouse with toilets only. Pretty good drive to any stores, so pack in what you need. It is about a 7 mile ride down a gravel road. I did the trip on a motorcycle so the road isn’t bad. I got there at 6pm on a tuesday and got the last spot! Get there early to make sure you get a spot. Very well maintained.
Army Camp - New River National Scenic River
2-3 dispersed sites before this campground
The Campground is small...Maybe 15 sites. It was full when we arrived. Luckily, there are 2 or 3 dispersed sites along the road into the Campground. They are on the river, too. Perfect for an overnighter.
Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Free Camping & Beautiful Scenary
Pit toilets, but was nice to have something ++ FREE. Super cool river near by, great scenery.
Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
First come first serve river front camping
We arrived from Cleveland late on a Thursday evening and every one of the 7 sites was full, luckily we met another couple who let us share their site for the night which was great because they let us have their site when they left in the morning. We were on site 2/3 which are right at the bottom of a large staircase down from the parking lot. We put our tent a few feet away from the water facing the river and our canopy further up in the woods by the firepit. Access to a hiking trail at the end of the parking lot - Stonecliff Trail, garbage bins and bathrooms available, no running water so bring hand sanitizer, Dunloup waterfall ~8 min down the road right off the side of the road was beautiful and a great place to swim, hiked a few trails down to town of Thurmond which is a a great little historical train town with a nice visitors center
Cons - No picnic tables on any of the sites, carrying our things up the 3 flights of stairs to the parking lot was a little exhausting but not bad if you’re more of a minimalist camper, road access to campground is well paved but is very very narrow and windy so be careful of other cars flying around the bends, trains go by on other side of the river ~2-3 times per night, be careful of glass in the sand as well as bees, sites 2-5 are all right on top of each other (within 10 feet) with minimal trees in between so they’re good for groups but not if you don’t want to be right next to people.
Rifrafters Campground
Nice location and a great location.
Rifrafters is a wonderful family run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area. The area is very hilly and the campground is no exception but they did a good job of creating roomy, mainly level campsites. Unlike Bear Mountain Campground, Rifrafters is far enough off of US 19 to avoid most of the road noise. The bath house was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Cell reception for Verizon was 3 bars, but the campground Wi-Fi was awesome! It was strong enough and had enough bandwidth for my wife to work remotely while the kids and I went whitewater rafting(go with ACE Adventures, they're great). The details make or break your stay and Rifrafters gets them all right. Good, steady power and water at the site, Wi-Fi, dry firewood, great bath house and clean/tidy everywhere. Lastly, the location was perfect for us. You''re just a few miles from the bridge and visitor's center to the north and a few miles to shopping/necessities to the south. Having stayed here made us realize we'd rather camp near US 19 and use our toad to drive the windy roads into t
Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park
Nice and quiet
I liked this campground -- most RV sites have electric, and water fill stations are easily accessible. Sites weren't too close together, and they were clean and well kept. Staff was also quite friendly and available. Note: It's in a valley, so there's no cell service. The wash houses have wi-fi, but it's not great and you have to be either in the building or sitting at the bench outside to use it.
Gentrys Landing
Nice but noisy
The site is nice, tent stakes went in easily, and the shower is close by, clean and has hot water. The people running this are also very nice. The issue though is the highway the camp is next to, and the railroad across the river. The train do use it every other hour and do use their brakes and horns.
Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
Quiet, Underrated, and Dated
This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River. Meador CG is up the Bluestone portion of the lake and the backwaters do have a swampy appearance. The area is gorgeous with tons to do at both Bluestone State Park, Pipestem State Park (short 20 min drive, and the broader New River area.
The campground is very quiet and well spaced. Our site was one of only a handful with water and electric but there is a dump station on the way out of the campground area.
The bathrooms and other facilities are a little dated but the campground is very clean. There is an outdoor pool within walking distance of campground but the playgrounds need upgraded. Lots of space to run around for the kids. It rained one day we were there and we took a quick drive to Pipestem and swam in the heated, indoor pool that is included in camping fee.
Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park
Great camping
I’ve stayed here at least a dozen times over the years. Nice sites for tent camping. Clear skies and a decent bathhouse.
The Outpost at New River Gourge
Great location and nice updates
Stayed in the tent area. Site was good. Bathhouse was great and newly remodeled. Had a band and food trucks.
Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
Decent bathhouse but skunks
Stayed here with friends and everything was good except the fact that there were about a half dozen skunks. Kinda kept me on edge.
Old Mill Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
Bathhouse needs repair
The bathhouse is open air over half of it. Had no soap or toilet paper and the toilets were all plugged up. The sites could also use a little bit of gravel in the parking spaces so that the pavement doesn’t get covered with mud. The site was decent but had trash on it.
Greenbrier State Forest
Good atmosphere
The State Park is as close to the interstate as you can get without hearing a single truck- just about 10 minutes.
The campsites have electric hookups but no water or sewer. There wasn’t a dump station but the bathhouse was very well maintained and had great shower. For being so close to the interstate, the park is very quiet. Close to many interesting places to visit.
Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Spots fill quickly
Stayed here for a few nights with 3 other people. We had 1 big tent, 2 vehicles and a few dogs and had plenty of room. The road getting back to the site is a little sketch but worth the trip in. Just remember you have to make that trip all the way back out if you forget anything at the store (like we did) so be prepared to have plenty of food and wood. Water access is not problem if you have a good filtration system. The view of the river is absolutely beautiful!!
Bear Mountain Cabins & Campground
Right next to New River Gorge National Park
We stayed here on our visit to Great Smoky mountain National Park on our way to Tennessee and then back home.
Nice shaded wooded sights that are quiet and right off the interstate. Would recommend for anyone traveling to and from the area.
Bull Falls Campground — Bluestone Lake Wildlife Management Area
Campground is closed!
This campground is closed and completely removed. It is still a pretty area although overgrown and there is still a boat ramp....I think it's a shame they closed it.
Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
Doesn't get much better!
This is a great campground! I came here in June with my wife, daughter, and my parents. My wife, baby, and I stayed in a tent only campsite while my parents were in a pull through RV site.
This place is huge! There is so much to see and do. But because of this size, I would not recommend walking the campground or even using a bike to get around. I say this because on top of it being very large and spaced apart, it is also very, very hilly. You'll find yourself either having to drive your car or rent a golf cart.
The staff was pretty nice and helpful. We even met the owner. She was nice to talk to.
The camp store was a bit of a letdown, a lot of knic knacks, and not many actual camping supplies. The pool was small and very, very cold well maintained. The mini golf was fun, but unlike other campgrounds I've been to, you have to pay for it. The ice cream store was also satisfying.
The campsites themselves are roomy, plenty of space! Ours even had an amazing view of the small airport and surrounding hills. The restrooms were alright, about average for a campground. But they seemed to be cleaned every day.
The beach was nice, we definitely enjoyed it. Also, make sure to stop by serenity point for sunset. You won't regret it!
I would recommend either bringing your own golf cart or renting one. But make sure if it's electric, you book a site with a hookup to charge the cart when not in use.
All together, this is a great place. We will hopefully be back!
Arrowhead Bike Farm
What a gem!
We just arrived and haven’t even camped overnight yet! Love it! Waiting on n food from the Handlebar kitchen. Such a vibe! Just felt relaxed driving onto the property! The roaming goats are a treat!
Rifrafters Campground
Nice people, simple camp spot
The family that runs the place is very nice. Basic campsite was very level and easy to get in/out of. It was very peaceful and quiet at night.
Nothing much going on here but the bathrooms were clean and well kept. No views to be had at this campground but a solid stay in a great location run by people who care about it.
Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground
Great customer service
We had 2 of the larger campsites (#2 and #3) for Memorial Day Weekend. We had a great time all weekend with hiking,picnics,campfires and ghost hunting. However,on Sunday night a strong storm came through that brought down trees with it's fierce wind and torrential rain. The power went out in the campground. The Park superintendent offered a free room in the lodge to anyone who wanted to stay where there was electricity. We were camping in a tent which ended up with lots of water in it. Kudos to Superintendent Ken for making a bad situation better. We will recommend this beautiful park to everyone.
Rays Campground
Hidden Gem
We had an amazing overnight stay at Rays Campground. The site we had, site 10, was large and secluded. Clean shower house and hot water and the owners were extremely friendly.
Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park
Two night stay
Large sites, clean bath house and showers. $52/ night with tax. 110/30 amp electric at site. No sewer,no water at site. Water available, sewer dump station available. Has sites along the river. Also there are two rental cabins down near the river.
Kanawha State Forest
Beautiful forest close to Charleston
This state forest is expansive with lots of trails popular with mountain bikers. It is a bit challenging to reach with a large(ish) van like ours. Narrow, winding roads take you to the Forest entrance. Campground was quiet with few campers in mid-May. The weather was hot and buggy when we visited. We did find a few ticks. Campground does have playgrounds, showers, electric hook-ups, and a dump station.
Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Rare established free camping!
You can’t beat an established campground (picnic tables, fire pits, bathrooms) in a national park that’s also free! Good amount of spiders and ants but didn’t notice any mosquitoes in mid May. Peaceful and quiet!
Guide to Danese
Camping near Danese, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Explore New River Gorge National Park: This park is just a short drive away and is perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and whitewater rafting. One visitor mentioned, "Rifrafters is a wonderful family-run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area."
- Visit Babcock State Park: Known for its historic grist mill and scenic trails, this park is great for hiking and photography. A camper shared, "The grist mill area of the park is gorgeous! However, it’s not very close to the campground, so keep that in mind if you are in a driving RV."
- Enjoy water activities: Many campgrounds, like Battle Run, are near lakes and rivers, making them ideal for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. One reviewer noted, "We parked our RV out on one of the campground fingers and had water on 3 sides of us."
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Rifrafters Campground said, "The bathhouse was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water."
- Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have helpful and welcoming staff. One camper at Babcock State Park mentioned, "The staff are also friendly and attentive."
- Spacious sites: Campers enjoy roomy campsites that provide privacy. A review for Chestnut Creek Campground noted, "The sites were spacious and fairly isolated. Nice amount of woods around each site."
What you should know:
- Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups or amenities. A camper at Grandview Sandbar Campground pointed out, "The bathrooms are very old and the pits stink throughout the campground."
- First-come, first-served: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so arriving early is key. A visitor at Glade Creek Campground advised, "Get there early to make sure you get a spot."
- Road conditions: Be prepared for gravel roads and some potholes. A camper mentioned, "The roads are riddled with potholes. Careful in low rise cars."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. One camper at Little Beaver State Park said, "The campground office employee walked around several times a day just to keep an eye on the campground."
- Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor gear to keep everyone entertained. A family at Mountain Lake Campground enjoyed the mini-golf and ice cream shop on-site.
- Pack snacks and meals: Having food on hand can save time and money. A camper at New River Campground appreciated the convenience of having a kitchen setup in their rig.
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A reviewer at Battle Run noted, "Sites are grassy with gravel, generally level parking pads, some shade."
- Bring extra supplies: Some campgrounds may not have stores nearby. A camper at Chestnut Creek Campground mentioned, "It’s very close to the park as well as Fayetteville in case you need any supplies."
- Be mindful of noise: Some campgrounds are near roads or railways. A visitor at New River Campground said, "The train does run across the river at least twice daily...at least, Sunday we counted 6 times."
Camping near Danese, West Virginia, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there's something for every outdoor enthusiast.
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