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Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground, near Morgantown, West Virginia, is a solid spot for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With a mix of tent sites, RV accommodations, and cabins, it caters to a variety of camping styles.

This campground is known for its spacious sites, allowing you to spread out and enjoy some privacy. Visitors have mentioned that the gravel surfaces can be a bit of a downside, but the clean shower facilities and the ability to connect to Starlink from your site make up for it. As one camper noted, “The spaces are big enough that you are not on top of your neighbors, which is nice.”

You’ll find plenty to do nearby, with Cheat Lake just a stone's throw away for fishing and exploring. The campground is also conveniently located close to Morgantown, where you can grab a bite to eat or check out local attractions. Plus, the park features picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings around the campfire.

Whether you're planning a weekend escape or a longer stay, Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground offers a friendly atmosphere and a chance to unwind in nature.

Description

Picturesque Chestnut Ridge Park & Campground is surrounded by Coopers Rock State Forest and the West Virginia University Forest, creating an outdoor recreational area of over 16,000 acres. Located just 10 miles east of Morgantown West Virginia on Interstate 68 at exit 15 / Coopers Rock. Please do not take Darnell Hollow Road unless you are familiar and confident with this WV backroad.

During the daylight, guests are welcome to picnic, begin a hike through the WVU Forest, fish our two ponds (no license required, catch and release only), swim in our pond beach area, or engage in family sports in our large field. During the winter, guests often use the park for sledding, XC skiing, snowshoeing, and snowboarding. These activities are free of charge and available from dawn to dusk, whenever weather conditions permit. We don't ALWAYS have snow in the winter, but we do have a snowmaker so we can have snow and sledding more often. A cable lift is currently being installed to pull weary legs up the hill!

Overnight rental accomodation are also available for guests who wish to extend the fun past dusk. We have over 40 primative tent sites, 10 RV sites, and seven unique cabins.

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Location

Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park is located in West Virginia

Detail location of campground

Directions

From east town limits (I-68/exit 15): Go 1-1/4 mi E on CR 73, then 1-1/2 mi N on CR 1 (Sand Springs Rd).

Address

346 Chestnut Ridge Road
Morgantown, WV 26508

Coordinates

39.6780107 N
79.77057028 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jul. 30, 2024

Nice place

Close to Cheat Lake and restaurants in Morgantown.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park by Ronnie B., July 30, 2024
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2023

Nice place to stay

This campground is easy to get to from the interstate. The spaces are big enough that you are not on top of your neighbors, which is nice. This site is fully gravel, so that’s a bit of a turn off for us. The water pressure here is very weak, but there is a shower house that is kept fairly clean for you to use. We were able to connect to Starlink from our site.

Site47
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2020

Engagement photos

My now husband and I took our engagement photos here and it was beautiful! A few trails and ponds to explore as well

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park?

    Camping at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park can cost between $20.00 and $90.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park has 30 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park?

    Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park is located at 2266 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park?

    Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.