Best Tent Camping near Athens, WV

Tent campsites in the Athens, West Virginia region range from established campgrounds to more primitive setups along rivers and in wildlife management areas. Bluestone Lake State Park offers several tent camping options, including Old Mill Campground with basic amenities and East Shore Campground which provides boat-in access for tent campers. Nearby Bluestone Lake Wildlife Management Area features Bull Falls Campground and Indian Mills Camping Area, both offering secluded tent sites with seasonal availability from mid-April through mid-October.

Most tent camping areas near Athens have minimal facilities, with many sites featuring only basic amenities like fire rings and picnic tables. Bull Falls Campground provides riverside tent sites but lacks drinking water, showers, and flush toilets. Indian Mills Camping Area offers slightly better facilities with running water available at each site, though the bathroom facilities remain primitive. Many locations operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with some areas like Indian Mills using a simple payment system where campers "tuck a $20 bill in an envelope, drop it in the box and off you go," according to one review.

Areas farther from town provide deeper seclusion for tent campers seeking quiet experiences. The Bluestone Wildlife Management Area campgrounds offer excellent access to water activities, with Bull Falls situated along the western banks of the New River. Tent campers can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and hiking on nearby trails. Sites at Indian Mills are described as having "solid privacy with bushes, shrubs and trees all around you." A camper noted that at Bull Falls, "you'll sleep underneath a clear sky, with the most brilliant stars, silver shining moon and the soft lull of trees swaying in the wind that will rock you to sleep each night." Primitive tent setups in these areas allow campers to experience West Virginia's natural landscape with minimal disturbance from crowds or development.

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Guide to Athens

Tent camping near Athens, West Virginia, offers a blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities, making it a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts.

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Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $30

  • At Walnut Flats Campground, you can enjoy a rustic experience with access to hiking trails and wildlife for around $20 per night.
  • For a unique experience, Goforth Mountain Homestead offers a private site for $30, allowing you to fish in a pond and explore 76 acres of land.
  • Camp Success provides a community atmosphere with activities like disc golf and fishing, typically priced around $25 per night.

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Athens, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Athens, WV is Old Mill Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park with a 4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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