Camping sites near Cedarville, West Virginia sit at elevations ranging from 900 to 1,200 feet in central Appalachia, with pronounced seasonal temperature swings from below freezing in winter to humid 80°F+ days in summer. The region receives approximately 45 inches of annual precipitation, creating lush forests and numerous water features. Cellular coverage varies dramatically between the valleys and ridgelines, with stronger signals typically available at higher elevations and near major highways.
What to do
Kayaking access points: At Bulltown Campground on Burnsville Lake, waterfront sites include personal boat mooring posts. "I was parked next to the lake where I easily dropped my kayak into the water for a peaceful paddle," notes Jennifer B., who appreciated the direct water access.
Historic exploration: The Civil War battle site at Bulltown Historic District preserves structures from an 1863 skirmish. "Go see the Flatwoods monster and the Dam. Nice small town in beautiful West Virginia," suggests Ashley H., who visited while camping in the area.
Mountain biking trails: Forested areas surrounding camping locations offer varied terrain for cyclists. One visitor at Camp Creek State Park recounts, "I received a map at check in, and decided to ride my mountainbike to the top of 'Neely Knob'. It was quite a climb! I came down the east side of Bear Marsh and found out quickly that there were water crossings and deep mud sections."
What campers like
Spacious, level sites: Many campers appreciate well-maintained camping pads. At Flatwoods KOA, one reviewer noted, "Spacious set up. Very clean and nice rv sites. Each site has a firelight and picnic table," while another mentioned, "The campground has 4 distinct areas for rigs which keeps it from feeling it is a RV parking lot."
Clean facilities: Consistently mentioned across reviews are the well-kept amenities. At Cedar Creek State Park Campground, a visitor remarked, "Bath houses are cleaned several times per day. Just an all-around great place to camp," while another noted it as "Nice clean campground. Plenty of playgrounds for the kids."
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers value the peaceful settings available. "Very quiet and peaceful site," notes one reviewer about Bulltown Campground, while at Flatwoods KOA another mentioned, "We visited this park for the 4th of July, which made it very busy, but it was still very quiet."
What you should know
Limited cell service: Communication can be challenging in certain campgrounds. A camper at Cedar Creek noted, "Campground is nice and quiet no cell service so don't be shocked, but that makes it that much better."
Water quality concerns: Some locations have reported water issues. At Flatwoods KOA, a reviewer cautioned, "Make sure you run the water lines to clear them out before hooking up. The water quality is very poor. We filled up a jug of water for travel day without the filters when leaving and it was completely contaminated."
Seasonal weather impacts: The region experiences temperature variations requiring preparation. "We stayed here for one night when traveling home. I wasn't too impressed. I thought it was expensive. My surgeguard shut off the power in the evening due to high voltage. It was showing 137 volts at one time," reported a visitor at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground.
Wildlife encounters: Campers should prepare for local wildlife. "We saw deer and a skunk came up to our site twice," mentioned one visitor at Bulltown, indicating the need for proper food storage and waste management.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer recreational facilities for children. At DaLazyBear, families can enjoy "secluded camping with conveniences nearby," while Cedar Creek State Park features "plenty of playgrounds for the kids. Good access to hiking trails."
Swimming areas: Water recreation spots are popular with families. "Nice pool area. Pool area is at the hotel. Hotel/KOA same owner," notes a visitor to Flatwoods KOA, adding "Kids loves the pool. It was nice during the hottest week of the year so far!"
Educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer learning experiences. At Bulltown Campground, visitors can "check out historic structures on the site and hike to the top of the hill where the Union soldiers ultimately withstood the Confederate attack."
Fishing spots: Kid-friendly fishing locations are available throughout the area. Cedar Creek State Park has "nice fishing ponds, but you have to drive to them," according to Lynn S., making this an accessible activity for families.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Various power options exist across campgrounds. At Elk River Camp and RV Park, a visitor noted, "Mix of wonderful water and electric sites with ok full hookups. Beautiful river spots," while another mentioned "50 amp hook-up, water, sewer."
Site leveling: Terrain can create challenges for large rigs. "Be ready to tow up steep hills throughout this park," warns a Flatwoods KOA visitor, while another mentioned, "Very unlevel spot. Not sure if they are all like this, but it's a big ugh."
Check-in procedures: Several campgrounds have unique registration processes. "Remember to check in at Days Inn," advises a Flatwoods KOA visitor, explaining "signage is small and if we didn't know we needed to check-in at the hotel we would have missed it."
Access road conditions: Road quality varies significantly. At Elk River Camp, a visitor cautioned about "narrow gravel road to get to the newly developed portion of campground" and noted "one lane road in & out" where their "42' 5th wheel drug bumper to/from campground."
