Established Camping

Bear Heaven Campground

6 Reviews

About

National Forest

A small primitive campground located approximately 14 miles northeast of Elkins, West Virginia, on Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) near the Otter Creek Wilderness. 8 available sites are nestled along rock outcroppings that offer unique landscapes.

There is stream fishing and hiking located nearby. Middle Point Trail #140, 3.7 miles in length is located along Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) west of the Campground. The Otter Creek Wilderness offers several trails and more challenging experiences just next door.

Fee Info

Camping fees are $5/night for each site. Fees are payable at the campground.

Reservation Info

Sites are non-reservable and operated on a first come, first served basis.

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Access

Drive-In
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Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

Trash
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Toilets
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Pets
Fires

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Mark R.

Scout

Reviewed Feb. 19, 2020

A Slice of Bear Heaven

I found this completely by accident late at night and I was shocked when woke the next morning.

Ann P.

Ranger

Reviewed Jul. 25, 2019

Primitive but beautiful

Spacious sites with fire pits. Vault toilet and trash. A few minutes down the road from the Bickel Knob fire tower.

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Jen S.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 5, 2019

20+ years later, still remember this spot!

I camped here 20+ years ago when I (a city girl) had just started camping and I still think about how awesome this place was. One day I'll definitely get back here. It was very secluded, quiet, and well-maintained. We had fun exploring around the campground climbing the boulders, and there were tons of trails nearby, plus overlooks with beautiful views. This place helped inspire my love of camping and being outdoors.

Location

Bear Heaven Campground is located in West Virginia

Directions

From Elkins go east on State Highway 33 for approximately 11 miles, turn left on Forest Road 91 at the top of Shaver's Mountain. Follow Forest Road 91 for approximately 3 miles. Bear Heaven Campground will be on the left.