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The Best Pet Friendly Camping in West Virginia

Looking for the best pet-friendly campgrounds near Benbush? Finding a place to camp in West Virginia with your dog is easier than ever. You're sure to find the perfect pet-friendly campsite for your West Virginia camping excursion.

Benbush

The Best Pet-Friendly Camping Near Benbush, West Virginia

Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground

A Wilderness Riverfront Oasis

The camp has access to nearly 4 miles of wilderness riverfront on a dead end road, and yet just a few miles to the beautiful town of Parsons WV in Tucker County! Home of 19th century tourist towns of Thomas / Davis / and Canaan Valley.

\--> The Dryfork and Blackwater Rivers combine nearby, the pedestrian cable suspension bridge to Hendricks is less than half a mile downstream, the Fernow Experimental Forest is just a mile downstream, and the Monongahela national forest and huge unlogged forests are all around! And Brooklyn Heights Rd. is also a waterfall mecca after any decent rains including right here on the property and very nearby.

Hike, camp, swim, fish, bike tube, kayak, canoe, explore, forage, campfires, beach area fires, relax and enjoy!

\--> Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground includes 35 acres of unlogged wilderness forest with roads, trails and 2100 feet of riverfront on the Dry Fork River.

\--> The camp includes 15 camping sites (firepits, slabwood benches, parking, and future picnic tables), 5 primitive shelter cabin sites (10x\`12 lofted barn cabins with hasp for your padlock), and a 10 short term RV sites near the river (RV's 30 foot or less recommended).

\--> Waterfalls, creeks, kayak drop points, swimming, tubing, hiking, fishing, and water recreation abounds.

And the nearby towns of Parsons / Thomas / Davis / and Canaan Valley provide endless entertainment nearby with cafes, breweries, a distillery, music, restaurants and coffee shops, galleries and artwork. Also two state park lodges (Blackwater Falls Lodge, Canaan Valley Lodge), a national wildlife refuge, as well as endless rails to trails hiking trails throughout the county where railroads once ran during the coal and virgin forest harvest days of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. And the main street towns are still here and thriving!



Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground

Welcome to the scenic, waterfront Cove Run Camp situated along the Tygart River! Cove Run camp provides gated access via a well maintained loose gravel road, which leads to a large clearing that can be used for car, camper, RV, motorhome, and Side x Side / ATV parking. Camps can be established anywhere within the property, with numerous waterfront sites available. Camp rentals can be based on the day, week, month, season, or annually! Campers can rent the entire property, or individual camp sites only. Certain camping accommodations including tents, sleeping pads and air mattresses, sleeping bags, bundled firewood, and camp kitchen items can be available upon request. There are several established trail systems throughout the property, providing excellent hiking, Side x Side & ATV, and Equestrian riding. Large outcrops, creeks, and waterfalls are scattered throughout the property, providing excellent hiking and bouldering. Abundant wildlife viewing! Excellent fishing ground for carp, musky, large mouth bass, pike, croppy, walleye and catfish. Enjoy the Tygart river for swimming, floating, kayaking, or canoeing, all from your private property! Public Cove Run Access is available to the north of the property, where kayakers, canoers, and swimmers can exit the river, or continue your float all the way to Tygart Lake!



Waterfront Cove Run Camp on the Tygart River - 81 Acres

This a traditional site in the heart of the farm next to a small pond with picnic table and fire pit. It is a sloping wooded space, with flat spots to comfortably accommodate 2-3 tents. There are multiple trees perfect for hanging your hammock in the shade. The compost toilet, about 50ft away, is shared with another campsite. Parking is on a gravel lane adjacent to the site. Potable water(from a frost-free hydrant) is available about 80ft from the site. The pond is only for viewing, no swimming or fishing, please. We have nesting birds occasionally and we expect their habitat to be respected. We are 3 miles from Terra Alta, a rural town with a locally owned restaurant and a local craft beer brewery featuring an exciting rotating cast of food trucks. We are 20 minutes from Swallow Falls State Park(MD), featuring Muddy Creek Falls, awesome river swimming and gorgeous hiking in an old growth Hemlock forest. We are also 20 minutes from Herrington Manor State Park(MD) were there is a lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. Cathedral State Park(WV) a virgin Hemlock forest with 400 year old trees about 45 minutes away. Deep Creek Lake(MD) is 40 minutes away and offers motor boat rentals, Golf, Skiing and swimming. There is skiing, hiking, biking, tubing, rafting, kayaking and much more to explore withing 40 minutes of our farm. The best white water rafting on the east coast is 20-40 minutes away. We welcome campers of all kinds! We began operating our 150 acre farm in 2011 and became the first Certified Naturally Grown Livestock farm in West Virginia in 2013. We raise 100% grass-fed beef, Western and Chinese medicinal herbs. Our family garden supplies more than half of our vegetables and our favorite berries, and our flock of chickens supply eggs and an early morning wake-up call for our campers! There are no GMO's, pesticides, herbicides or fungicides used on our farm. Farm products are available for purchase on-site. Campers can choose to to have a farm to table meal cooked for them as an extra at checkout. We prepare most of our food from scratch using local produce, meat and bulk organic dry goods. We occasionally make yogurts, noodles, simple cheeses, and fermented foods.

Possum Tail Farm Camp 

Abrams Creek Campground and Retreat brings you as close as possible to pristine nature. Tent sites are generously sized, spaced well apart, shaded, and on soft natural earth. Cabins are secluded and set into the forest. Even at full capacity, there is no sense of crowding. You are never far from our wild, whitewater stream. In some places, it is a constant source of energy and playfulness; in other places, it is peaceful and calming, inviting you to soak in its beauty. The forest offers a vast array of plants, and signs of wildlife are everywhere. We are not only a business, but also serve as an anchor for others who want to live more simply and close to the earth. The concept of rural revitalization means reinventing rural life so that it is economically sound, intellectually stimulating, and emotionally satisfying. Ask any of our staff if you would like to learn more about this.

 We are located within 30-45 minutes of many major recreational areas, including Blackwater Falls, Swallow Falls, Dolly Sods Wilderness, the Youghiogheny River, several ski resorts, and Deep Creek Lake. Mount Storm (3 miles) has a general store, gas station, library, motel, sports and recreation store, and public park.

 Guests are welcome to interact with hosts as they choose or be as private and secluded as they wish to be. Weather permitting, we have a bonfire most Saturday nights.

Our usual check in time is 3PM; you may check in anytime after 3PM until 10PM, or later by arrangement. Our usual check out time is noon. If you need more flexible check in or check out times, please contact us!Dogs are welcome!



Abrams Creek Campground and Retreat Center

The Robin’s Nest is a cozy cabin just steps away from Alpine Lake, with everything you need for your getaway.

The highlights:
 - Walk 15 min over to Alpine Lake for swimming, fishing, & boat rentals
 - Enjoy the private beach, indoor pool, fitness center & mini-golf -- all for free!
 - Play a round of golf at an award winning 18-hole golf course with 2,000 acres of forest and a pristine, 150-acre lake
 - Hang out and grill on the deck, or cook s’mores around the fire pit
 - Stream movies or take video calls on the fastest WiFi you can get
 - Drive 40 min to Wisp Ski Resort or Deep Creek Lake

Enjoy!

The Space:
Our family-friendly cabin is packed with amenities and fun for couples, families or small groups of friends.

The cabin includes:
- 2 bedrooms + a loft sleeping area (four beds total)
- A deck and huge backyard with a propane grill, fire pit, and teepee/fort for the kiddos
- Fast WiFi that's good enough to stream movies on the TV and hold video calls
- Fully-stocked kitchen with a dishwasher, stove/oven, and microwave
- AC units in the main bedroom and living room

Our cabin is part of Alpine Lake resort, with all the lakeside amenities.  We’re just a few minute walk from the lake itself, where you can relax on the beach, head out for a swim, go fishing, or take out a canoe/kayak.  The lake is over 150 acres, so plenty of areas to explore.

Alpine Lake also has a ton of other activities available for you (all for free!), including:
 - Indoor pool (open year-round)
 - Mini-golf
 - Fitness center
 - Tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts
 - Hiking trails (and cross-country skiing in the winter)
Alpine Lake also has an award-winning, 18-hole golf course. Tee-time is bookable and prices and availability vary seasonally. Enjoy the great West Virginia outdoors in the pristine, wooded course on the lake!

And the best part:  all of these amenities are still open during COVID!

Everyone’s sure to find something fun to do regardless of the season.  And while we’re so close to everything, you can always retreat back to the cabin for your own little oasis in the woods. 

We often take our two little kids and dog to the cabin with us, so we're very family- and dog-friendly.

Beyond the cabin and everything at Alpine Lake, we also love how close we are to Deep Creek Lake and Wisp Ski Resort -- both only about 40 minutes away.  Great options in both the summer and winter!

Total Bedrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 2


Private Lake/Beach Cabin, Golf, Fire Pit, & WiFi!

Just Plane Adventures has been described as “*a peaceful mountain oasis*” a place where you can get some rest.



Just Plane Adventures Lodging and Campground 

Camp Ara is a beautiful 113-acre property in Fairmont, WV. Located in the Allegheny Mountains about 20 minutes south of Morgantown, WV, and West Virginia University. It is close to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., Columbus, Cincinnati, and many others. The property has been run as a Christian camp for over 60 years, serving and changing the lives of countless youth along the way.​&nbsp;

 There is a large number of foster children in and around the area that are currently in great need of programs that connect them with nature, help them to grow individually, and help teach them life skills to prepare them for transitioning out of the foster care system.

 In addition to running year-round programming, Camp Ara is home to 80+ acres of virtually untouched land. We have created 40 beautiful campsites that require various amounts of hiking to reach. No matter what site you choose, however, you will almost definitely feel as though you are alone with nature.



Camp Ara

Sleepy Hollow Campground is a family campground that began in 1964.It's situated next to New Germany State Park in the mountains of Western Maryland.It's a rustic, nature centered getaway!

If you're looking for a rustic, woodsy, unplugged getaway in the mountains with nature.... We're the place for you! Sleepy Hollow Campground is located in Grantsville, MD.

A quick 2 hour trip from Baltimore & DC Area or less than 2 hours from Pittsburgh.



Sleepy Hollow Campground

## Overview

Horseshoe Recreation Area is located in north-central West Virginia, 7 miles from the town of St. George. The campground is tucked in a valley along the Horseshoe Run River, providing excellent opportunities for fishing and wildlife viewing. 

## Recreation

Day hiking options include the 1.8-mile Losh Trail, the Dorman Ridge Trail at 1.3 miles, and Two Camp, a short 0.3 mile hike. Fishing for trout is a popular pastime and hunting is allowed in an area about a mile beyond the recreation area. 

## Facilities

Each site offers picnic tables, grills, and waste receptacles and standard sites have electric hookups. There are accessible vault toilets and non-accessible flush toilets. Hand pumps and a drinking fountain with faucet are available. The camp store sells firewood and ice. The two group picnic shelters are accessible. The large electric pavilion has an occupancy limit of 75, and the small non-electric pavilion has an occupancy limit of 10.

## Natural Features

Within the recreation area, open fields are mowed and gravel roads are maintained along the river. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, straddling many of the region's highest peaks. Elevation ranges from 1,000 to 4,863 feet above sea level.   
  
Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country. 

## Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive throughout the forest. Fall brings incredible foliage colors to the region.

Horseshoe Recreation Area

Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

Join the fun near Charleston. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Charleston is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Charleston

The Best Camping Near Charleston, West Virginia

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Huntington, WV is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Huntington is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Huntington and user-submitted reviews.

Huntington

The Best Camping Near Huntington, West Virginia

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Parkersburg

The Best Camping Near Parkersburg, West Virginia

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Morgantown

The Best Camping Near Morgantown, West Virginia

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Wheeling

The Best Camping Near Wheeling, West Virginia

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Weirton

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Fairmont

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Beckley

The Best Camping Near Beckley, West Virginia

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Monongahela National Forest

The Best Camping Near Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia

New River Gorge National River preserves more than 70,000 acres of land and is home to some of West Virginia’s best whitewater flowing through it. In fact, the river running through it is one of North America’s oldest rivers.

The best camping near New River Gorge National River is anywhere you can find it. All campsites are primitive, first-come, first-served, and, best of all, free. Backcountry camping works the same way. You can park your van down by the river for free, as long as you’re self-sustaining. Amenities will be minimal at any of the nine campgrounds. Not all campgrounds are drive-in or RV accessible, so verify ahead of time. As long as you follow the park’s ordinances, you can camp here for up to 14 days. If you want more traditional lodging, there are a handful of cities nearby, but the main one is Beckley, WV.

New River Gorge National River

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The Best Camping Near New River Gorge National River, West Virginia

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Summersville Lake

The Best Camping Near Summersville Lake, West Virginia

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Bluestone Lake

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Burnsville Lake

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