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Best Campgrounds near High View, WV
Camping near High View, West Virginia encompasses a range of options from established campgrounds to more primitive sites within the eastern panhandle region. The area sits between George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah National Park, providing access to both forested mountain terrain and river valleys. Notable campgrounds include Hawk Recreation Area in the George Washington National Forest and Edwards Run Wildlife Management Area, which offers dispersed camping opportunities. Buffalo Gap Retreat provides a more developed camping experience with 30 sites, while nearby Wolf Gap offers year-round camping for those seeking a longer season.
Most campgrounds in the High View area are accessible from April through December, with some sites like Wolf Gap remaining open year-round. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during the day, while spring and fall bring cooler temperatures and colorful foliage. Winter camping is available but requires preparation for temperatures that can drop below freezing. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with better coverage at developed campgrounds closer to towns and limited or no service in more remote areas. Fire restrictions are common during dry summer months, particularly in wildlife management areas and national forest lands.
The camping experience varies considerably across the region. RV campers will find full hookup options at private campgrounds like The Cove Campground, which features amenities including electric, water, and sewer connections. Tent campers seeking more solitude can utilize the primitive sites at Edwards Run Wildlife Management Area, which requires self-registration and offers minimal facilities. According to reviews, the area provides excellent stargazing opportunities, with one camper noting that "the area feels very remote" with sites "spaced far apart" for privacy. Families with children may prefer Buffalo Gap Retreat with its more developed facilities including drinking water, showers, and designated picnic areas, while still maintaining a natural setting within the Appalachian foothills.
Best Camping Sites Near High View, West Virginia (161)
1. The Cove Campground
15 ReviewsHigh View, WV2 milesWebsite+1 (540) 858-2882"Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."
"The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."
2. Hawk Recreation Area Campground
15 ReviewsStar Tannery, VA9 milesWebsite"Although it's not immediately convenient to the various hiking trails in the Lee Ranger district of Washington-Jefferson NF, this little site is tucked away atop a mountain far from any crowds."
"Tent sites are rough, some outside ring sites have tent pads."
3. Candy Hill Campground
23 ReviewsWinchester, VA11 milesWebsite+1 (540) 662-8010$38 - $77 / night
"Unfortunately, it is located right on a major highway. This means there is easy access, but the traffic noise is less than ideal. But the gem of this place is the management and staff!"
"No restaurant within walking range so have food on hand. There are a few places that will deliver but the food is a 5 out of 10 at best. Hwy 81 is right next door so you will hear road noise."
4. Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground
55 ReviewsBentonville, VA26 milesWebsite+1 (540) 622-6840$27 - $427 / night
"In my opinion it has the best location of the 3 Turks they have. It’s it the woods close to a boat landing you can see a bit of the river. In the fall or spring I’m sure the view is amazing."
"Private showers, no WiFi, firewood on site, lots of shade, trails and walking distance to the river. Highly recommended. Close access to Shenandoah National Park."
5. Middle Ridge Campground
24 ReviewsRomney, WV24 milesWebsite+1 (304) 822-8020"It is not near a main highway unless you call Route 50 through Romney a main highway. It is west of town up a curved mountain road. It is on the top area of "Middle Ridge" mountain. "
"Very positive experience."
6. Buffalo Gap Retreat
1 ReviewHigh View, WV8 milesWebsite+1 (304) 359-4884"Everyone had a great time playing in the pond, kayaking, hiking around, and the giant bon fire put on by the owners was impressive. I would love to come back!"
7. Edwards Run Wildlife Management Area
2 ReviewsHigh View, WV6 milesWebsite+1 (304) 558-27718. Camp Cacapon
17 ReviewsGreat Cacapon, WV24 milesWebsite+1 (240) 343-1443$45 - $115 / night
"Beautiful place, tucked in the woods, right next to the river. The RV campsite is spacious, private, shaded, and with full hook-ups."
"Beautiful surroundings nestled off the beaten path but definitely worth checking out."
9. Neff Treehouse by Mt Hope
1 ReviewStar Tannery, VA10 milesWebsite$65 - $120 / night
"The balcony all around the house to the backside does indeed have you up at bird nest level, but you access the front door from a set of steps on terra firma on top of the slope."
10. Wolf Gap
21 ReviewsBasye, VA26 milesWebsite$20 / night
"Easy access to hiking trails."
"The grounds have sites in close proximity to a toilet without running water. When we arrived, half of the sites were occupied, but only a few left notes on the board as was requested by the service."
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Recent Reviews near High View, WV
1100 Reviews of 161 High View Campgrounds
- SSarah G.Guide
Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park
Large or Small, there’s a site for you
The sites vary greatly in size. That being said, each site is spaced or aligned to offer privacy. Bathrooms are easily accessible. Showers can be a bit of a hike away depending on your site location. Pricey; &5 dollars for ten minutes. No other option.
If you are camping off season the biggest inconvenience is the registration process if you are arriving “day of”. There is no WiFi outside of the camp store with is about .75 mile away from the campground. If you find a site you have to drive all the way back to the store to get the WiFi needed to register with Rec.gov. Try to identify 2 or 3 sites in case you drive back and find out that one may not be available. The volunteer “ranger” drives around to monitor. Our volunteer said that a site may be taken but no reservation slip has been attached to the campsite post. We thoroughly enjoyed our site. The fog rolled in and out of the valley like a heavy blanket. The camp was quiet and peaceful in large part due to the absence of noisy generators. There were several hikes of varying abilities that could be accessed from the campgrounds. A great asphalt path led to the camp store. Great for walking g or biking. There was also a gas station and a small cafeteria for those who want a note to eat.
- FFredrick K.
TravelerMarble Quarry Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Great place to get some peace and quiet
If youre looking for fun and people, go to the south campground. But if youre looking for true quiet and have a tent, check out the dispersed campsites. Good shower and bathroom setup that i bet would fare well in a tornado, its got that solid storm shelter feel. Next to a quiet airport, plenty of free firewood to gather
- DDebbie W.
ScoutHarpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA
Not as advertised on website. Loose dogs. Sites not as advertised.
Less amenities than advertised. We usually camp in more rustic locations and planned this trip simply for the fun of the amenities. Their website claims that the pool is seasonal but doesn't list anything else as seasonal. There was supposed to be mini golf, a giant bounce pillow, indoor basketball, an arcade with air hockey and a pool table. Mini golf was fine. The bounce pillow was deflated and full of water. The arcade/pool table/air hockey building was locked and the maintenance guy(who locks it up) was outside smoking before leaving early for the day. The employee at the camp store said it was supposed to be open until the store closed but that he probably just closed it early.
The rules state that dogs need to be on a leash at all times and, in the two hours we actually stayed, we saw four that weren't. One was staying near us and started chasing us when we rode our bikes by. One was wandering about 4 campsites down from it's owner. We mentioned it to the person at the camp store before we were chased and she just shrugged it off.
The map is incorrect. It lists site numbers that don't exist and doesn't list some sites that supposedly do. We spent a fifteen minutes trying to find a non-existent site before going back to the camp office and getting assigned a new site. They acted like it was a new thing caused by maintenance but we just looked and saw a review from ten months ago saying the map was messed up then.
The description of the site we paid for was non electric tent with a sand tent pad. The site we got was on a hill(no actual flat spot) overgrown with weeds, no tent pad, a slanted picnic table, and no actual parking spot. You had to drive over a drainage ditch and park on the hill. If our car didn't have high clearance we wouldn't have made it. There was also a hole in the middle of the site. And the map showed that number site on the corner where another unmarked site was. Our originally assigned site was supposedly in the same group of sites, so it would've been similar. Also don't believe the claim that they're"large sites." Most of them are crammed together. There are a few that look decent sized and flat, but they want you to pay an extra$30 to pick your own site.
We didn't even look in the bathrooms.
We left after two hours. Definitely a waste of$60+ dollars.
Next time we'll go over to the Brunswick Family campground. Their owners are lovely people who care about their customers.
Cheryl Ann S.TravelerLuray RV Resort on Shenandoah River
Amazing location
So clean and well maintained! We went in April and the waterpark was not opened yet. Most campgrounds we looked to stay at mentioned not being opened until mentorship day but here did not have it listed anywhere. We love our site. Golf carts were so fun to ride around through their back trails along the water. Tubing in the river was so peaceful and relaxing.
- nnathan S.Scout
Wolf Gap
Nice quiet easy
Paved road all they to the campsite. If you are vehicle, the parking spots are paved. Not all spots are completely level and pretty short. If you’re in a long van or truck, you may be unable to fit. sites are decently spaced out not the best but far from the worst.
Adam and Suzanne B.GuideGreenbrier State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Beautiful setting
It is NOT closed for 2026! Spent the weekend here as it is only an hour from home. There are 4 large camping loops. Only loop C- cedar has electric. None of the loops have water hookups but all have spigots to fill your rig. There are also 3 fill stations at check in (which we missed). The campground is on a hill and the loop roads are narrow, hilly, and winding. We had no trouble with our 23 ft TT and saw some bigger rigs. There are some tight angles to get into a few sites. But, once you are in, the sites are spacious and mostly private. It is wooded without feeling overgrown. Loop D has some sites that are good buddy campsites. There are many hiking trails and a lovely lake. The only bad thing are the dated bathhouses. Mostly clean but there are only 2 showers for each fenced for each loop and they were yucky enough that we showered at our rig. It was busy but pretty quiet. It’s close to I-70
- MMary J.Scout
Jellystone Park™ Williamsport
Easter Trailer Trash
We chose this campground expecting a family-friendly environment for Easter weekend, but unfortunately our experience was significantly impacted by repeated disturbances from a group of adults in nearby campsites. There was excessive screaming, loud music, and disruptive behavior that continued well past midnight, making it extremely difficult for families and young children to enjoy the holiday weekend. Even more concerning was the apparent lack of response to enforce quiet hours or address the ongoing noise issue. This does not reflect the family atmosphere many guests would reasonably expect during a holiday weekend. I strongly encourage management to take these complaints seriously and enforce campground rules consistently to ensure all guests can enjoy their stay. Families considering visiting during Easter weekend should be aware that this has been an ongoing issue.
- EERIC J.Traveler
Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River
Would be great for tent campers
Pros:
- very large property with tons of spots and amenities
- great glamping and tent camping spots on the river
- nice water park
- Fully equipped store with golf cart rentals
Cons
- no shaded spots for RVs
- no RV spots with a view of the river
- no privacy from neighbors
- spots on the edges are overly lit up at night
Guide to High View
Camping spots near High View, West Virginia provide access to the Cacapon River basin and the eastern foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The area sits at elevations ranging from 500 to 1,500 feet, creating diverse microclimates throughout the camping season. Off-road trails, fishing areas, and wildlife observation points make this region particularly attractive for campers seeking both recreation and solitude, with several primitive sites offering no cell service for complete disconnection.
What to do
Off-road adventures: The Cove Campground features miles of trails for ATVs, Jeeps, and dirt bikes. According to one visitor, "Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes." Another camper mentioned, "This was our first time camping here and it will NOT be our last. This Campground had everything I wanted. Shooting range, ATV trails, fishing, hiking and great campsites."
Fishing opportunities: Camp Cacapon offers direct river access for anglers and water enthusiasts. A camper noted, "The river water were so clean and fun to swim in." The campground provides excellent water access to a creek that's "wide and inviting," making it suitable for both fishing and casual wading.
Hiking trails: Many camping spots near High View, West Virginia connect to trail networks. At Hawk Recreation Area Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "There was trail access right across the road," while another appreciated the campground's position as a "jumping off point to do some rock climbing at the New. Close to food, store, and other locations. Tons of stuff to do around the area!"
What campers like
Peaceful settings: Campers consistently praise the quiet environment at many High View area campgrounds. At Middle Ridge Campground, visitors enjoy "large wooded sites" where the campground is "secluded, wooded, and not over crowded." One reviewer mentioned, "Campground was quiet just like last time. Really only saw one other person the entire weekend."
Wildlife encounters: Buffalo Gap Retreat offers unique animal interactions, as one camper described: "Everyone had a great time playing in the pond, kayaking, hiking around, and the giant bon fire put on by the owners was impressive." At The Cove Campground, a unique feature includes "free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun."
Water features: Many camping spots include access to swimming areas. A visitor at Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground noted that "the primitive spots are right next to the river. The spots are a short walk from the parking area and the campground provides wagons to transport your stuff. Great fishing and swimming right at your camping spot."
What you should know
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires careful driving. For Hawk Campground, a visitor warned: "The road in is a single lane dirt road with parts of it partially washed away. I would not want to drive on this in the rain." Similarly, for Middle Ridge Campground, a camper noted: "Road to access the campground was good with some tight turns up the hill the last couple of miles. The campground itself is gravel roads that were pretty tight gettin in and out of and fairly steep with trees on all sides."
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly across campgrounds. At The Cove Campground, one visitor noted: "The showers are even farther-like a 15-20 minute walk with bad signage directing to. The view from the showers were breathtaking, but the showers themselves left much to be desired." Conversely, at Camp Cacapon, facilities receive praise: "The bathroom is clean."
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. At Camp Cacapon, visitors are advised to "download checkin instructions prior to arrival as there is wifi, but no cell service." A Middle Ridge Campground visitor reported: "Starlink was sketchy at best, Verizon had one bar and slightly usable, ATT was best with a couple of bars and ok speeds."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly water activities: Several campgrounds feature swimming areas for children. At Buffalo Gap Retreat, families appreciate that "everyone had a great time playing in the pond, kayaking, hiking around." The Cove Campground offers "a small beach, picnic tables everywhere, a volleyball ball sand court, a dock, you can fish in the lake, rent non motorboats."
Educational opportunities: Edwards Run Wildlife Management Area provides basic fishing experiences for children, as one camper noted: "Fun place to teach the kids the basics of fishing, but the campground area leaves a little to be desired." The area offers accessible fishing spots suitable for beginners.
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. Candy Hill Campground has "a nice pool, 2 playgrounds, neat bikes you can rent, gold cart rentals. Best of all, they sell bags of special stones and fossils for you to mine. My boys had a blast with that!"
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: For RVers needing full services, Middle Ridge Campground provides complete amenities. A visitor shared: "Nice full hook-up sites in spacious level sites in the woods. Great place to get away." Another mentioned: "Each site has full hookups."
Leveling considerations: Camp Cacapon's RV site requires minimal setup, with one RVer noting: "The RV spot is perfect, so leveled all you have to do is shock your wheels." This makes it ideal for campers who prefer quick setup.
Water pressure issues: Some campgrounds have inconsistent utilities. At Middle Ridge Campground, a camper reported: "Water pressure was just a bit weak and used our water tank and pump during our stay. Best we could get for water pressure out of the hose was 25-20 psi. No issues with power or sewer."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near High View, WV?
What camping is available near High View, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, High View, WV offers a wide range of camping options, with 161 campgrounds and RV parks near High View, WV and 17 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near High View, WV?
Which is the most popular campground near High View, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near High View, WV is The Cove Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near High View, WV?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near High View, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near High View, WV.
What parks are near High View, WV?
What parks are near High View, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near High View, WV that allow camping, notably Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park.
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