Best Campgrounds near Waverly, WV

Campgrounds in the Waverly, West Virginia area range from developed facilities to more primitive sites across the Ohio-West Virginia border. Mountwood Park Family Campground offers tent, RV, and cabin camping with essential amenities like electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities. The nearby North Bend State Park provides additional camping options at River Run and Cokeley campgrounds, both rated highly by visitors. Kinderhook Horse Trail in Ohio offers dispersed camping opportunities approximately 15 miles from Waverly, while several riverside locations like Harris RV Park provide water access for boaters.

Road conditions vary seasonally throughout the region, with some campgrounds remaining open year-round while others operate primarily from May through November. "A nice little place, just 4 campsites and a vault toilet that is relatively clean and well-stocked. Within the national forest, you will find some historic covered bridges and quite a few hiking and horse trails," noted one camper about Lane Farm Campground. Many primitive sites lack drinking water, requiring visitors to bring their own supply or use water filtration systems for creek water. Cell service can be spotty in more remote locations, though some campgrounds like Kinderhook Trailhead report good coverage for AT&T and Sprint users.

Campers consistently mention the Ohio River as a significant feature, with several campgrounds providing direct water access. The region includes both equestrian-focused areas like Kinderhook Horse Trail and family-friendly spots like Mountwood Park, which features additional recreational facilities across the street. A visitor described: "Across the street, the park portion of this campground has a dog park, playground, historical site and pond for fishing." Wayne National Forest properties offer free camping with 14-day stay limits at locations like Hune Bridge Campground, which features a historic covered bridge. Several reviews indicate varying levels of privacy between campgrounds, with some offering secluded experiences while others place campsites in closer proximity. Travelers seeking full hookups should consider Ashland RV Park or Harris RV Park, both of which accommodate tent campers alongside RVs.

Best Camping Sites Near Waverly, West Virginia (96)

    1. Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)

    5 Reviews
    Petroleum, WV
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 679-3611

    $20 - $40 / night

    2. River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    11 Reviews
    Cairo, WV
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 987-2757

    "Initially, you don't see it...you must drive up and over a roller."

    "North Bend State Park is located at the halfway point of the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, so it’s a great camping spot for hikers, bikers and horseback riders who want to explore this scenic trail which"

    3. Ashland RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Marietta, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 350-8157

    "Very close to the nice little downtown Marietta, Ohio but still very rural location. Large sites. Great staff. Absolutely love this place. Slow pace and quiet."

    "The highway traffic can be a little loud in the morning if you're on that side of the property, but who wants to sleep when there are trails to hit!"

    4. Kinderhook Horse Trail

    5 Reviews
    Newport, OH
    10 miles

    "Close to the restroom there’s a picnic table, tentspots and a manual water pump. A lot of insects, humid and dense deciduous forest surrounding the trailhead. The Kinderhook trail was overgrown."

    "Area is dedicated to horse trail riding. Nice clean area just off main road.Can camp here in certain spots. Not much area to camp. No fire rings, one picnic table."

    5. Washington County Fairgrounds

    1 Review
    Marietta, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 373-1347

    6. Harris RV Park

    1 Review
    Newport, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 482-5815

    $25 / night

    "He has so much info on where to eat and what to see in the surrounding areas. The guy bends over backwards for his guests."

    7. Lane Farm Campground

    1 Review
    Marietta, OH
    7 miles
    Website

    "This roadside campground is near homes and a small town, so not much traffic during the day, but quite a bit during the morning and evening commuting time."

    8. Hune Bridge Campground

    3 Reviews
    Wingett Run, OH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 373-9055

    "This campground is just off Hwy 26, but far enough away from town that there isn’t much traffic.  

    Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole.  "

    "This is a great drive in campsite perfect for family and friends to get into the woods for a bit."

    9. Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    6 Reviews
    Harrisville, WV
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 643-4777

    "Love this place. 1st time ever in West Virginia and this park was up to the task of making a great 1st impression of the state.

    Great hiking with well marked trails."

    "My dad and I stayed at the lodge in NBSP in May 2023 after riding bicycles for 26 miles from West Union on the rail trail."

    10. Kinderhook Trailhead

    1 Review
    Newport, OH
    10 miles
    Website

    "As we drove around the trailhead, we found a second designated site. The forest website says dispersed camping is allowed and fires are allowed with a 10 foot clearance and a ring of rocks."

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Recent Reviews near Waverly, WV

270 Reviews of 96 Waverly Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Hook Lake (Campground A) — Jesse Owens State Park

    Can’t wait to come back!!!

    Beautiful campground with fire pit and table. Our site was big enough for 3 6 person tents but most sites are smaller and fit 1-2 4 person tents.

    Good trails to hike and wonderful scenery. No cell reception unless you have satellite.

    The raccoons were a little to close for comfort in the evening make sure you lock your food and trash in your car at night.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Seneca Lake Park Campground

    Okay campground

    Nice campground on the lake. Some mosquitos& gnats. Much of the campground has sites/ trailers that are owned(or leased), with some campsites for daily/ short-term reservations. Someone we met explained that the short-term ones are on flood areas so they can’t let people build on those sites. Another aspect is that there are boat slips that are owned(or leased) and those can even be in front of one of the short-term campsites so water access is blocked by those no trespassing private docks. Okay place to stay on our way across the country.

  • Aly M.
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Blennerhassett RV Park

    Friendly campground

    The owner was great. I called when I was on my way, he gave me a space number, and I was able to go straight to it. Weekly and monthly pricing is great too.

  • Alex A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Baileys Trail Tent Camping

    Peaceful Stay

    Wonderful little location. We drove for about 3 hours to get from where we are. Nice wide open space surrounded by woods. There were other campers but very friendly and had plenty of space to ourselves. Very nice bathroom/shower compared to what we expected. Will visit again.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Nice Site, Not Private

    The site itself is quite nice, with access to toilets and picnic tables. However, it also seems to be a spot locals visit quite a bit. I’ve had two cars drive in after sunset who have just sat around for a bit then left. I would not recommend this site if you are traveling solo (Like I am).

  • cyndy F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 23, 2025

    Wolf Run State Park Campground

    Great chill time

    This is a smaller, older campground. We were in the non electric site area. It was pretty quiet, a great place to chill. The showers are older but well kept up. No bugs, we even watch them broom the outside windows and doors knocking down all webs.Nice shower head, good pressure. There are only vault toilets, but not bad , they pressure washed really well. Has dump station and plenty potable water stations. Good canoe and kayak lake. Part of buckeye trail on one side of lake. Has a playarea for kids with basketball court.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 23, 2025

    Burr Oak State Park Campground

    Good time with friends staying at lodge

    Very hot outside so aware that many sites do not have shade. Camp store people friendly, made a site change for us. The store has some basics but they were out of ice. The lodge is on the other side of the lake so about 10 minutes away. Going to rent a pontoon boat today and check out the beach, as well. In the 90’s so very few spots taken!

  • Shane T.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2025

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Decent campground, dated park and facilities

    Was a great spot while we were passing through and needed a place for the night.

    There was not manny people there, Sites are small back in, we stayed in loop two site 69 with great shade and electric. Toilets are vault style and very old so you can imagine it’s hard to clean/keep clean.

    I do like they have water fountains with faucets every 10-15 sites. As well as grey water dump stations about the same spacing but stagers with the filling.

    Showers were clean but only central and shared between all loops.

    We drove through loop 1 on our way out and it looked to be kept up better and cleaner.

    The lake was nice but I am not sure if they recently had some weather that caused it to be pretty brown/muddy, or if that’s normal.

    Camp store wasn’t open yet for the season no other staff was Seen except one guy cleaning on loop A

  • Anna S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 7, 2025

    Strouds Run State Park Campground

    Nice space, generally quiet

    In mid April 2023 I arrived late afternoon and there were TONS of spots available. Happy with the spot I picked. There was some noise from other campsites, but overall not terrible. Strouds is an amazing park with incredible trails! Bathrooms were clean.


Guide to Waverly

Camping near Waverly, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor fun. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Enjoy the trails at Forked Run State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Hiked the lake view trail, poorly maintained," so be prepared for some rugged paths.
  • Fishing: Many campers love to fish at Wolf Run State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "There is a small lake for boating and fishing," making it a great spot for anglers.
  • Kayaking: If you enjoy being on the water, check out Cokeley Campground. One camper shared, "The river and a pool, at the State Park," highlighting the water activities available.

What campers like

  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers appreciate the peaceful environment at River Run Campground. A visitor noted, "It was very clean and family-oriented," which is perfect for those looking to relax.
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at Cokeley Campground. One reviewer said, "We were thrilled about our location, and by the amount of space around our site!"
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff at Kountry Resort Campground. A guest remarked, "Everyone we engaged with at the campground was very pleasant."

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Strouds Run State Park Campground, have basic facilities. A camper mentioned, "There are pit toilets, potable water towards the front, and that's it."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Expect busier sites during weekends, especially at Wolf Run State Park Campground. One visitor noted, "The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend."
  • Road Access: Some campgrounds have narrow roads, like Forked Run State Park Campground. A reviewer warned, "Narrow roads getting to state park."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Kountry Resort Campground, where families can enjoy amenities. A visitor said, "The activities building had a pool and game room area, which we used a lot."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to bring games and outdoor activities. One camper at River Run Campground mentioned, "Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing."
  • Pack Snacks and Meals: Having food ready can save time. A camper at Bicentennial Campground noted, "Did find a nice level spot though," which suggests they were prepared for a comfortable stay.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Forked Run State Park Campground advised, "Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: If you need power, check campgrounds like Cokeley Campground, which offers electric hookups. A camper mentioned, "There are 30/50 electric amp and water hook ups."
  • Be Prepared for Bugs: Some areas can have bugs, so bring repellent. A visitor at Wolf Run State Park Campground noted, "The pit toilets were as expected (massive spiders everywhere)."

Camping near Waverly, West Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Waverly, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, Waverly, WV offers a wide range of camping options, with 96 campgrounds and RV parks near Waverly, WV and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Waverly, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Waverly, WV is Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) with a 3.6-star rating from 5 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Waverly, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Waverly, WV.