Reservations at Chestnut Creek Campground run through a simple text or call to the owner, who reviewers consistently describe as responsive and welcoming. Pricing is per person rather than per site, and rates have varied between $10 and $15 per person per night depending on the season, so it's worth confirming the current rate when booking. The campground sits close to New & Gauley River Adventures and within a short drive of the Canyon Rim Visitor Center at New River Gorge National Park, making it a practical base for hikers, climbers, and paddlers working through the area.
Sites are spread across a heavily forested property with enough tree cover between them to provide real separation. They are large and first-come in terms of selection upon arrival, even when a date is reserved in advance. Campers who arrive with larger rigs should note the campground is designed primarily for tents and smaller setups, though at least one reviewer managed a 35-foot travel trailer in site 17. Faint highway noise is audible from some sites but not described as disruptive.
The single bathhouse draws consistent mention across reviews. "Showers had hot water and were clean," notes Rich K., and multiple visitors echo that the facilities are maintained well given the volume of campers. An outdoor double sink handles dish and clothing washing. Firewood is available at the main office, and a disc golf course rounds out the on-site options. Cell service is reliable here across multiple carriers, which reviewers note is useful for researching nearby trails and activities on the fly.
AOTG Mountain State Outdoor Campground sits less than a mile north for campers who need electric hookups or additional capacity. Chestnut Creek itself works best for tent campers and small-rig travelers who want a family-run, no-frills setup close to New River Gorge without paying developed park rates.
Description
The 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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Map & DirectionsChestnut Creek Campground is located in West Virginia near Lansing
Coordinates
38.0750253 N
81.06538028 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/15/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 9/15/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/15/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 9/15/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires




































