Top Glamping near Ansted, WV

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Best Glamping Sites Near Ansted, WV (16)

    Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
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    1. Rifrafters Campground

    27 Reviews
    86 Photos
    174 Saves

    Rifrafters Campground provides tent and RV camping and economy cabins in the woodlands near Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV) -- only two-miles south of the New River Gorge Bridge. Our cleanliness, accessibility, and quiet family atmosphere have earned us a place among West Virginia's most-popular camping areas. You'll also find a friendly full-time staff, exceptionally clean showers and restrooms, and plenty of space for small gatherings and walks in the woods behind the campground. Use our website to explore our camping amenities and find out more about the New River.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $44 / night

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    2. Babcock State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    209 Photos
    164 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
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    4. Ace Adventure Resort

    14 Reviews
    32 Photos
    137 Saves

    Located on 1500 wooded acres adjacent to the New River Gorge National River ACE Adventure Resort offers white water rafting trips on the New and Gauley rivers and great camping near Fayetteville. But, that’s not all! Over the years we’ve added all the outdoor adventures that our state is known for including the only zip line tours with views of the Gorge. We also host rock climbing, mountain biking, lake adventures… we even have a waterpark on base. Plus, at the end of the day, we have a range of lodging and camping options plus dining facilities on property. So, what are you waiting for? Live free this summer at ACE Adventure Resort!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $600 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
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    5. Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    15 Reviews
    74 Photos
    120 Saves

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is located just two miles off route 19 in Summersville, West Virginia. Over 250 sites which include lake front-end 4 of the area's ONLY lakefront cabins! 30/50 amp sites, cozy cabins, and yurts! Themed weekends with activities for all ages to enjoy! PET FRIENDLY! (with certain restrictions) We accept cash and major credit cards. 

    Amenities we offer:

    • Seasonal pool
    •  WiFi
    • mining sluice
    • miniature golf
    • jumping pillow
    • golf cart rentals
    • laundry rooms
    • outdoor theater
    • multiple playgrounds
    • themed weekends
    • after-hours security
    • tank service
    • tow on/off service
    • boat/camper storage
    • on-site restaurant
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek

    8 Reviews
    20 Photos
    64 Saves

    Adventures on the Gorge is the nation’s premier adventure outfitter and resort nestled on the rim of New River Gorge National Park. Perched above the ancient New River and surrounded by West Virginia’s lush forest, our 350-acre resort provides breathtaking views of the New River Gorge and its famous, steel-arch bridge. Here, you can trade in your screens and the stresses of everyday life for drinks by the pool, comfortable cabins, and quality time with the people who matter most.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $7 - $69 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
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    7. Little Beaver State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    115 Photos
    109 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
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    Camper-submitted photo from Rays Campground
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    9. Rays Campground

    6 Reviews
    7 Photos
    59 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $9 - $34 / night

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    10. The Outpost at New River Gourge

    3 Reviews
    11 Photos
    16 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Recent Glamping Reviews In Ansted

176 Reviews of 16 Ansted Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    September 10, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Great overnight stop very shaded and peaceful

    We stayed overnight on our way up the coast and had a great visit. I wish we could’ve stayed longer. The campground was very peaceful and shaded people were very friendly and the facilities were exceptionally clean.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    August 16, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Nice location and a great location.

    Rifrafters is a wonderful family run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area. The area is very hilly and the campground is no exception but they did a good job of creating roomy, mainly level campsites. Unlike Bear Mountain Campground, Rifrafters is far enough off of US 19 to avoid most of the road noise. The bath house was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Cell reception for Verizon was 3 bars, but the campground Wi-Fi was awesome! It was strong enough and had enough bandwidth for my wife to work remotely while the kids and I went whitewater rafting(go with ACE Adventures, they're great). The details make or break your stay and Rifrafters gets them all right. Good, steady power and water at the site, Wi-Fi, dry firewood, great bath house and clean/tidy everywhere. Lastly, the location was perfect for us. You''re just a few miles from the bridge and visitor's center to the north and a few miles to shopping/necessities to the south. Having stayed here made us realize we'd rather camp near US 19 and use our toad to drive the windy roads into t

  • Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    July 6, 2024

    Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Spots fill quickly

    Stayed here for a few nights with 3 other people. We had 1 big tent, 2 vehicles and a few dogs and had plenty of room. The road getting back to the site is a little sketch but worth the trip in. Just remember you have to make that trip all the way back out if you forget anything at the store (like we did) so be prepared to have plenty of food and wood. Water access is not problem if you have a good filtration system. The view of the river is absolutely beautiful!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
    July 5, 2024

    Flatwoods KOA

    Ok overnight

    Pros: 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup

    Cons: Gravel sites Check-in at Days Inn Limited amenities (pools at Days Inn)

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    June 17, 2024

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    Doesn't get much better!

    This is a great campground! I came here in June with my wife, daughter, and my parents. My wife, baby, and I stayed in a tent only campsite while my parents were in a pull through RV site.

    This place is huge! There is so much to see and do. But because of this size, I would not recommend walking the campground or even using a bike to get around. I say this because on top of it being very large and spaced apart, it is also very, very hilly. You'll find yourself either having to drive your car or rent a golf cart.

    The staff was pretty nice and helpful. We even met the owner. She was nice to talk to.

    The camp store was a bit of a letdown, a lot of knic knacks, and not many actual camping supplies. The pool was small and very, very cold well maintained. The mini golf was fun, but unlike other campgrounds I've been to, you have to pay for it. The ice cream store was also satisfying.

    The campsites themselves are roomy, plenty of space! Ours even had an amazing view of the small airport and surrounding hills. The restrooms were alright, about average for a campground. But they seemed to be cleaned every day.

    The beach was nice, we definitely enjoyed it. Also, make sure to stop by serenity point for sunset. You won't regret it!

    I would recommend either bringing your own golf cart or renting one. But make sure if it's electric, you book a site with a hookup to charge the cart when not in use.

    All together, this is a great place. We will hopefully be back!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    June 3, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Nice people, simple camp spot

    The family that runs the place is very nice. Basic campsite was very level and easy to get in/out of. It was very peaceful and quiet at night.

    Nothing much going on here but the bathrooms were clean and well kept. No views to be had at this campground but a solid stay in a great location run by people who care about it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground
    May 27, 2024

    Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground

    Great customer service

    We had 2 of the larger campsites (#2 and #3) for Memorial Day Weekend. We had a great time all weekend with hiking,picnics,campfires and ghost hunting. However,on Sunday night a strong storm came through that brought down trees with it's fierce wind and torrential rain. The power went out in the campground. The Park superintendent offered a free room in the lodge to anyone who wanted to stay where there was electricity. We were camping in a tent which ended up with lots of water in it. Kudos to Superintendent Ken for making a bad situation better. We will recommend this beautiful park to everyone.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rays Campground
    May 27, 2024

    Rays Campground

    Hidden Gem

    We had an amazing overnight stay at Rays Campground. The site we had, site 10, was large and secluded. Clean shower house and hot water and the owners were extremely friendly.

  • Camper-submitted photo from The Outpost at New River Gourge
    April 15, 2024

    The Outpost at New River Gourge

    Super cute w/ lots of options🚐

    The Outpost was a great place to camp. We stayed in a full service RV spot, but the camp offered a variety of accommodations. Power had been knocked out the few days prior to our visit but luckily came back on soon after we checked in. They have a large community center w/ clean bathrooms, a large green area w/ fire pits and a ton of space for a dog to run around in. Our site was right on a little creek, had a picnic table and fire pit. The bathhouse was clean, big and heated. On our way in, we stopped at The New River Gorge which was beautiful and then for a beer at Bridge Works Beer. We met Barley the brewery dog who became fast friends with our pup. The beer was great and there were plenty of heaters on the patio to keep us warm in the rain and cold. 🍻

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    February 29, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Visited many times

    I've stayed here on Labor Day weekend for many years.  It's always been clean and busy.  Great campground to stay at if you are visiting the new River NP.

  • Camper-submitted photo from The Outpost at New River Gourge
    February 28, 2024

    The Outpost at New River Gourge

    Great campground

    This place rocks! Live music on weekends throughout the summer included with your stay. Also, they have some ticketed events for live music. Not to mention the New River NP borders the campground. Ideal location for any whitewater enthusiasts.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    September 29, 2023

    Babcock State Park Campground

    Lovely State Park

    We picked this state park for a week long stay while we were in the area exploring the New River Gorge National Park. Since we were traveling in the summer and brought our dogs along, we needed a spot where we could leave our doggos in a safe and air conditioned space while we explored. We stayed in cabin 14 which is one of two Vacation Cabins. It had four bedrooms and two full baths along with a nice living/dining area and kitchen. There was also a lovely covered front porch as well as a simple charcoal standup campground grill and picnic table in the yard. The cabin was incredibly clean and well maintained. 

    The grounds are also quite large and lovely. The staff are also friendly and attentive. We enjoyed several of the hiking trails and other features like the historic Grist Mill. There were many other amenities that we did not utilize but were well kept. There was a playground, group picnic area, tennis courts and a-plethora of other lodging options. From tent sites to RV hookups and other types of cabins varying in luxury. The campground also has a coin operated laundry facility that we used during our stay. 

    For some reason I totally forgot to take pictures of the actual cabin! OOPS!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ace Adventure Resort
    September 29, 2023

    Ace Adventure Resort

    This place has exploded!

    I have been to this facility in the past, like 20 years ago, and revisited this summer (2023) and wow has it exploded! There is a ton of infrastructure and people everywhere. There are multiple lodging options from decked out cabins to rustic tent camping. If you're into amusement park style activities with an outdoor spin, then you won't get bored here but nothing is free and lot's of the activities will require an additional fee, though packages are available. There's several food options on site as well. Not my jam anymore but I'm sure families with young kids will love it.

    It is conveniently located to the New River Gorge National Park!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    September 28, 2023

    Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Decent camping.

    Set in a lovely woods about 200 yards off the New River, this was a decent campground, reached by a curvy gravel road. Pit toilets were relatively clean. Dumpster in the parking lot was overflowing with trash, including a pile of about a dozen tires. The drive in campsites are level, and some back up to the woods. Ours happened to be full of cigarette butts and melted plastic bottles in the fire pit, which we cleaned up and threw away. It’s free, so hard to complain about the lack of attention, but still …

  • Camper-submitted photo from Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek
    September 17, 2023

    Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek

    Lovely cabin

    We stayed in one of the cabins for Christmas. We were one of a handful of visitors staying at that time of year. The staff were accommodating of our late-night arrival. The cabins are heated, which kept us plenty warm in the middle of winter. This spot was a short drive away from awesome rock climbing in the New River Gorge.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
    September 13, 2023

    Flatwoods KOA

    WV Camping Week

    Loved this campground right off I-79 Flatwoods exit. Clean, spacious, quiet and convenient to central WV sites

  • Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
    August 19, 2023

    Flatwoods KOA

    Remeber to check in at Days Inn

    Our stay was for one night on a travel day to another location. Campground is clean and well-maintained. My wife read a review that mentioned check-in is in the Days Inn signage is small and if we didn’t know we needed to check-in at the hotel we would have missed it. This campground is labeled as a journey but with the addition of amenities at the Days Inn this is a great place for a couple of days. Very dog friendly.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    August 6, 2023

    Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Really beautiful location

    Army camp is nestled by the new river and has plenty of views of the mountains. None of us had cell phone reception, so if you’re looking for a tech free weekend then this is your spot. Saw plenty of small RV’s and campers at the spot. The road is pretty narrow so I wouldn’t suggest large RV’s go to this spot. Camp had a fire ring and hanging pole with enough room for four back packs on top. Parking spaces at the camp were big enough to accommodate 2-4 vehicles. Plenty of critters were roaming around with a bear spotted two nights in a row.



Guide to Ansted

Camping near Ansted, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore New River Gorge National Park: This park is just a short drive away and is perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and whitewater rafting. One visitor mentioned, “Rifrafters is a wonderful family-run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area.”
  • Visit Historic Sites: Check out the nearby town of Thurmond, known for its rich railroad history. A camper shared, “Thurmond is a great little historical train town with a nice visitor's center.”
  • Enjoy Water Activities: The New River is great for kayaking and fishing. One reviewer noted, “You’ll see locals and participants rafting and kayaking :) sandy campground.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Babcock State Park Campground said, “The bathrooms were clean, although the drainage for the showers wasn’t working right and would flood.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A reviewer at Chestnut Creek Campground mentioned, “Owner is nice and helpful. He gave me good advice on what to see and cool uncommon attractions.”
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the natural beauty of the area. One camper at Holly River State Park Campground said, “The breathtaking beauty that this park offers will leave you speechless.”

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Glade Creek Campground, are primitive and lack running water and electric hookups. A visitor noted, “Great quiet spot. All primitive, does have a bathhouse with toilets only.”
  • Road Conditions: Access roads can be narrow and winding. A camper mentioned, “Roads are riddled with potholes. Careful in low rise cars.”
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. One camper at Little Beaver State Park Campground shared, “Lush foliage and fun to identify all the different types of mushrooms. Deer galore!”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. A reviewer at Kanawha State Forest said, “This place is about a 10-minute drive from downtown Charleston, some really beautiful trails and great for mountain biking.”
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. One camper at Rifrafters Campground mentioned, “The campground Wi-Fi was awesome! It was strong enough for my wife to work remotely while the kids and I went whitewater rafting.”
  • Plan for Meals: Make sure to have easy meal options. A visitor at Babcock State Park Campground noted, “The cabin was incredibly clean and well maintained.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have size restrictions for RVs. A reviewer at Huntington / Fox Fire KOA mentioned, “The sites have great electric and water, I’ll try the sewer before I leave.”
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways, which can be noisy. A visitor at the same KOA said, “There is car and truck noise all day long and all night too.”
  • Reserve Early: Popular spots fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Grandview Sandbar Campground advised, “Get there early to make sure you get a spot.”

Camping near Ansted, West Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Ansted, WV is Rifrafters Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 27 reviews.

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