3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks operate within 30 miles of Salem, West Virginia, providing varied options for motorhome travelers. Whisper Mountain Campground RV Park in Roanoke offers year-round big rig access with 50 amp electrical service. Curtisville Lake and Campground features both 30 and 50 amp hookups on level sites that accommodate larger rigs. Elk River Camp and RV Park provides full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections, plus a sanitary dump station for those passing through. "Our site was very level and there was plenty of room between sites. Water, sewer and electric all worked well," noted one RV camper about Five River Campground, which offers cable TV and excellent WiFi connectivity uncommon in mountainous regions.
Navigation to some RV campgrounds requires careful planning due to narrow mountain roads with tight turns. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger signals at campgrounds closer to towns. Most RV parks in the area are pet-friendly, though specific restrictions may apply. Sanitary dump stations are available at several locations including Stonewall Resort State Park Campground, which operates from early April through mid-December. Cokeley Campground at North Bend State Park features big-rig friendly sites with 50 amp service and water hookups, though it lacks sewer connections at individual sites. During peak seasons, especially fall foliage time, advance reservations are essential as the limited number of full-hookup RV sites fill quickly.
"Safe place to pull over for the night right of interstate"
from $35 - $65 / night
"Every site is a pull‑through, long enough for just about any rig and tow vehicle, with a simple grass‑and‑gravel setup that only needed minimal leveling."
"Small privately owned campground about 15 min off I-77. We stopped for an overnight on our way north. Right on the Ohio River. Tight spots, but pretty level. The owner, Max, is amazing."
from $25 / night
"Very well lit with very modern water and electric hook ups. All slips have a fire pit, bar-b-que grill and picnic tables. Pavilions have great lighting and dimmers for a softer light. "
from $20 - $35 / night
"Large open campground minutes from downtown Marrietta OH owner and Staff are very friendly and easy going! Clean, nice newer bath house."
"While an RV park, you can also tent camp with the amenities, making it really nice. Electrical hookups and water at your site, plus clean bathrooms and a shower house on the property."
"Very quiet and private. Beautiful views, fishing, and picnic areas are clean."
from $10 - $20 / night
"Stonewall Resort State Park is now the official name of this mountain retreat located around the edges of Stonewall Jackson Lake. "
"However, secreted away on the bank of Stonewall Jackson Lake, in Briar Point Campground there are five token tent sites."
"Peaceful. Like camping with amenities. Has fire or wood! Rain doesn’t bother us here. Stay as often as we can when available."
"We had the best time when we camped at there for the fair, it was right next to the campground. Only downfall is if it rains the end lots get really muddy."
from $21 - $32 / night
"Full hookup, accessible after office hours. Friendly staff."
TravelerSites are basically parking pads with very little useful space around them but the sites are spaced apart. Bathroom and showers are usable but no frills. Scenery is pretty. ATV play area nearby.
TravelerBeautiful camping sites along the river! This is a small State Park, but packs a punch with some beautiful trails, and direct river access from almost half of the sites. Nice camp store and heated, full bath houses with showers. Note that sites are gravel….so if tenting bring a cot and/or some extra cushioning. Wi fi is available within close range of the camp store. I was at Site #8.
TravelerThis review is for the primitive boondockers like myself. It's a very established campground, full amenities, restaurant, gift shop, the works. I thought we would find a primitive campground with much more privacy based on the details and reviews of the grounds. The primitive camping spots are all in view of each other down a long stretch of dirt road. They're very clean and come with trash cans at each sight, which was nice. We were the only tent campers so it was enjoyable, but I don't know if I would have had the same experience if there were a lot of campers. I think that's a very important and left out detail about this location for the people who enjoy a more private environment. I'm still very happy with my stay, and the staff is absolutely WONDERFUL. They're all so kind and went out of their way to provide us with information when we had questions they didn't know the answer to, everyone who works there is a delight. 25$ a night felt a little much to sleep in our tent, but the showers, clean bathrooms, and care put into the property made it worth it. Waterfalls nearby as well. I'd stay again.
ScoutLaid back rv park on the Ohio river plenty of room. 10/10
TravelerThis was a gem of a state park. It's small and older (which for me is a feature, not a bug), all entirely walkable with a central bathroom, camp store and playground at the heart of the campground. We had a site on the back of the campground that was larger than most (lots of small sites) and could fit our big tent set up. It rained like the dickens for a one of the days we were there and there was a drainage river running THROUGH our site that could have turned into a problem. Luckily the rain stopped in time and our site drained quickly. Despite all that, I loved our stay. It was VERY busy when we stayed, but I liked how it felt like a family retreat, where kids were safe to hop over to the playground to play with other kids, we could take walks right to the river for swimming or (after the rain) "viewing". If you can catch a dry weekend, this campground must be utter perfection. Would probably be dicey in sustained rain, especially if you're on the river itself.
GuideThe spots are spread out and the trees are beautiful. The people are so nice. The drive in is tight narrow lanes. We stayed one night at #49, pull through with water and electric, no sewer. We booked #43 but Becky moved us to 49 cuz it’s more level.
ScoutWe stayed 2 nights. People are very nice. Bathrooms and Laundry are clean.
Spaced spots surrounded by the forrest. Some trails directly from the camp.
RangerWe thoroughly enjoyed this camp spot right on the river. LOTS of different birds. And it was so quiet!
ScoutIt rained a lot (not the park's fault) so it was pretty muddy the whole time I was there. I switched from site 7 (next to the bathhouse) to site 8 midway through, and both were fine and relatively quiet. It was busy and the bathhouse was kind of gross, but I guess that comes with the territory.
Salem, West Virginia camping areas sit within the central Appalachian region at elevations ranging from 1,000-1,500 feet. The surrounding hills create a varied camping landscape with sites often situated along waterways including the Elk River and North Bend Lake. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F while fall brings cooler weather with nights dropping into the 40s.
Rail trail biking: North Bend Rail Trail offers 72 miles of converted railway with tunnels for biking. Cokeley Campground visitors appreciate this feature, as one camper noted: "Fantastic biking on the 72 mile North bend trail which is an abandoned rail way with multiple tunnels including one that is a quarter long and haunted."
River activities: Multiple campgrounds offer river access for fishing, swimming, and boating. At Elk River Camp and RV Park, campers enjoy direct water access: "The park is right on the beautiful Elk River where you can swim, float or kayak. I love this park!!"
Lake recreation: Several camping areas provide lake access for water activities. Stonewall Resort State Park Campground offers diverse water recreation options, with a camper sharing: "Aside from this, the park has much to offer for just about anyone. It has everything from an Arnold Palmer golf course, to hike/bike trails, to any type of water activity possible on a lake."
River views: Waterfront sites are highly valued by campers seeking scenery. One review of Elk River Camp noted: "Mix of wonderful water and electric sites with ok full hookups. Beautiful river spots. The owner was wonderful."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities receive consistent praise. A Lone Pine Campground reviewer shared: "Our family loves to camp at this local campground, super clean bathrooms and pool with kids area is so much fun."
Helpful hosts: Personal service from campground owners makes a significant difference. At Harris RV Park, a camper explained: "The owner, Max, is amazing. He met us with a welcome packet in a reusable bag. He has so much info on where to eat and what to see in the surrounding areas. The guy bends over backwards for his guests."
Site spacing: Campers frequently mention appreciation for adequately sized sites. At Elk River Camp, a visitor observed: "Spacious sites, and he is making amazing improvements to the park. Beautiful river setting."
GPS challenges: Several campgrounds have access issues with navigation systems. North Bend State Park's Cokeley Campground specifically warns: "Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills!"
Seasonal considerations: Most rv sites near Salem, West Virginia operate seasonally. Stonewall Resort State Park Campground runs "early apr-mid dec" according to their listing, meaning winter camping options are limited.
Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds may present challenges. One Elk River Camp reviewer cautioned: "Narrow gravel road to get to the newly developed portion of campground. We arrived during heavy rains & muddy site conditions."
Payment methods: Some campgrounds have specific payment requirements. Harris RV Park, located approximately 30 miles from Salem, only accepts "Cash or Check only" according to a reviewer.
Look for playground access: Campgrounds with dedicated children's areas offer added value. A reviewer at Lone Pine Campground noted: "super clean bathrooms and pool with kids area is so much fun."
Consider fair timing: Local events can enhance family camping trips. As one Lone Pine visitor shared: "We had the best time when we camped at there for the fair, it was right next to the campground."
Check lake activities: Stonewall Resort State Park Campground offers various family-friendly water options, with one visitor mentioning: "At the lodge there's some restaurants, indoor outdoor pool, spa, you can rent kayaks to paddle around. They also have a boat that will take you on a tour of the lake."
Watch for mud: Weather conditions can affect camping with children. A Lone Pine camper warned: "Only downfall is if it rains the end lots get really muddy."
Hookup availability: RV sites near Salem, West Virginia offer varied hookup options. At Ashland RV Park, a camper confirmed: "Large sites. Great staff. Absolutely love this place. Slow pace and quiet."
Site leveling: Level sites save setup time for RVers. A visitor to CAMP73ROCKST☆R described it as a "Safe place to pull over for the night right of interstate."
Big rig access: Several campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. Cokeley Campground features "nice deep sites" according to one review, and another noted: "Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade."
Dump station quality: Properly designed dump stations matter to RVers. A Cokeley Campground visitor specifically mentioned: "dump station is very well done and easily accessible with any RV configuration."
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