Best Tent Camping near Buckhannon, WV

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Best Tent Sites Near Buckhannon, WV (13)

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    1. Bear Heaven Campground

    6 Reviews
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    143 Saves
    Bowden, West Virginia

    A small primitive campground located approximately 14 miles northeast of Elkins, West Virginia, on Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) near the Otter Creek Wilderness. 8 available sites are nestled along rock outcroppings that offer unique landscapes. There is stream fishing and hiking located nearby. Middle Point Trail #140,__3.7 miles in length is located along Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) west of the Campground. The Otter Creek Wilderness offers several trails and__more challenging experiences just next door.

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    3. Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

    8 Reviews
    44 Photos
    199 Saves
    Davis, West Virginia

    Recreation areas with activity Dispersed Camping: There are at least 7 dispersed camp sites Along Canaan Loop Road.

    Camping Tips Bring drinking water; otherwise, treat water from streams and springs before drinking to kill harmful pathogens. Vigorously boil local water for at least three minutes, or use a filter which is specifically labeled for removal of Giardia. Chemical treatments (iodine and chlorine) are not considered effective. Freezing temperatures and snow can occur anytime of the year, but mainly between October and April. Dress for the weather. Practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics: do not build a camp within 200 feet of streams. Light weight camping stoves are encouraged. If using firewood it must be dead AND down branches only. Keep fires small. During hunting seasons, hikers are encouraged to wear high visibility clothing.

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    • ADA Access
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    4. Camp Ara

    2 Reviews
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    39 Saves
    Grafton, West Virginia

    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.​ 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.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    $20 - $150 / night

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    5. Gatewood Group

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    5 Saves
    Circleville, West Virginia

    Overview

    Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and wildlife watching.

    Recreation

    With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail. With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed. Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet. Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.

    Nearby Attractions

    Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.

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    • Reservable
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin

    $60 / night

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        9. New Town

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        Sutton Lake, West Virginia

        This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake

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        Recent Tent Reviews in Buckhannon

        436 Reviews of 13 Buckhannon Campgrounds


        • Bob M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Camp Creek State Park Campground
          Nov. 19, 2024

          Camp Creek State Park Campground

          Peaceful, scenic

          We stayed 3 nights here, enjoyed it very much even though the power was out due to Hurricane Helene's wrath. Two nice waterfalls to walk or bike to, the campsites are spread out fairly well, and it's quiet. Pinnacle Rock SP & Pipestem SP not too far away. Just a good place to kick back & relax.

        • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
          Sep. 22, 2024

          Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

          Nice state park

          Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained. Sites have electricity and water; dump station is very well done and easily accessible with any RV configuration.

        • Harley G.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Loop Road Dispersed
          Sep. 16, 2024

          Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

          First night

          This was our first night ever for dispersed camping for us. Did have nice secluded spots for camping. Road was a little rough so take your time.

        • Tiel M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground
          Sep. 13, 2024

          Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground

          Primitive plus.

          That's the best way to describe this park. It has the primitive feel, campsites are in the natural woods as opposed to a pristine tent pad. I love how open and natural it feels.

          However, the plus is that there are lots of little amentities, a coffee pavilion, wood to buy, portapots, and an incredibly kind "staff." I'm mobility impaired and it was just my dog and I. The guys were super helpful bringing the wheelbarrow of wood to me, which would have been difficult for me.

          The river is beautiful, but you do have to go down a bit of an incline to get there. On the beach there are rafts, paddleboats, chairs, and across the river there is a ladder to climb up on the rocks.

          The property was clean and quiet other than the occasional diesel truck going down the road.

        • WThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed camping at Mower Basin
          Sep. 5, 2024

          Dispersed camping at Mower Basin

          Beautiful views

          Very quiet, beautiful views, amazing drive from VA. Multiple campsites and they all have beautiful views. I have T-Mobile and had signal only by the first campsite for some reason. I had no signal for almost two hours heading towards VA.

        • A
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          Aug. 20, 2024

          River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

          Great experience

          The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend, but it never got too loud. Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious. I was at site 2, which is on a slight incline, but it didn't matter too much because I camp in a teardrop so keeping it level isn't an issue. Wifi and Verizon cell were both strong. Easy access to the rail trail and close to the river. I'll definitely go back.

        • Kim M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
          Aug. 2, 2024

          Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

          Nice deep sites. Cokeley is W/E. Restrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on s

           Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. 304)643-2931.

          GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills! Call the office! Park personnel said some GPS will bring campers up a bad gravel road!

          Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade. 

          Will definitely return. 

          Wi-Fi worked!

        • Jeremiah S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Bulltown Campground — Burnsville Lake Wildlife Management Area
          Jul. 8, 2024

          Bulltown Campground — Burnsville Lake Wildlife Management Area

          Surviving Storm

          We booked this trip last minute on Memorial Day weekend and literally took the last site reservable. The place was crowded and our corner was as crowded as anywhere. The people beside us had way too many cars that made it a little tough to back in. The 5 dudes standing around helped us navigate their vehicles but it was annoying. Later the guy brought us over some whiskey and beers, maybe as an unstated apology.

          The CG itself was very family oriented and our site was a good size. We went swimming in lake two days and drove down to Flatwoods for some of the best ice cream you can find at The Spot (UFO and alien sighting location lol).

          A huge storm rolled through with 40/50 mph winds. We had a little heads up thanks to buying a day of WiFi but most people were caught flat footed. We saw 30 plus awnings and canopies destroyed. Power went out for entire last day but we were fine. No rangers or park folks let us know anything but that was fine.

          I’d recommend c1-c5 if you have kids.

        • Jeremiah S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
          Jul. 8, 2024

          Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

          Great Amenities

          After years of tent camping, this was our first camping trip with camper our and two youngest kids. When we stayed it was cold outside but we had full hook up and were prepared.

          We had nice view of the lodge. The lodge amenities are top notch with a heated pool that only costs a a daily charge to use on top of camping. The campsite itself was a little pricey with the only thing distinguishing the campground being lodge activities you have to pay for.

          I’d recommend sites 1-5, 20, and 39.

        • Jeremiah S.
          Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
          Jul. 8, 2024

          River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

          Great Family Campground

          We had a wonderful time. The Park is great and we have stayed at lodge 4 times before but this was first camping trip.

          We stayed during historic heat wave but kept cool in the river, the pool, and with the ice cream store nearby. There wasn’t easy river access from the campground but we climbed down the hill with no problem and waded the stream for hours.

          The property was very clean and family oriented. Nice spacing at our site in particular. I would also recommend sites 10, 11, 17, 19, 13, and 14.

        • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
          Jul. 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)

        • Michael H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Loop Road Dispersed
          Jun. 24, 2024

          Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

          Great area for backcountry car camping /overlanding!

          Loved camping here! We found a nice site in the pine trees! Perfect for 2 vehicles and 5 people hammock camping!

        • Kim S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park Campground
          May. 27, 2024

          Audra State Park Campground

          Beautiful campsites

          It's a curvy small road to get there but it's well worth the drive. Beautiful campsites,some right on the river. Access to water that is icy cold but definitely fun to play in. The camp store is well stocked and the employees are friendly.

        • Danny M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Whittaker Campground
          May. 24, 2024

          Whittaker Campground

          Cass,WV

          Great location for Cass RR or start or end of the greenbrier river rail trail. Privately owned. Grassy sites, “mostly “ . We camped in our Van. 110/30 amp service at most sites. Many seasonal rental spaces. “Simple “ plywood shower and toilet house. (Mens side not so clean) hot water shower. $30/night with or without electricity. Tight sites, we camped mid week before the Memorial Day holiday.

        • kThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Family Fishing N' Camping
          May. 18, 2024

          Family Fishing N' Camping

          AS OF 5/18/2024

          This establishment does NOT offer tent sites anymore! 5/18/2024. I called to make a reservation and they said they do not do that anymore as of a few years ago.

        • kThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Broken Wheel Campground
          May. 15, 2024

          Broken Wheel Campground

          Family camping

          I recently went tent camping with my two children and 2 dogs it was a wonderful experience! The catch and release pond was a wonderful place to take kids to learn and gaurentee to catch a fish with worms. We also found newts! Plenty of trash cans around and a nice park to play at. We tied our doggos between two trees and let them run. Firewood for sale. None to gather around not even sticks so be prepared for that. The tent camping sites arnt marked you kind of just go anywhere which was fine since we were the only ones there. We loved it!

        • J.B. S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area
          May. 1, 2024

          Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area

          A True Campground Get Away

          Great campground hosts!!!!! 

          Bakers Run is a great place to camp for families and people who can let go and stay off the grid for a few days. There little to no cell service available and having a boat to enjoy the lake is a must. Camping here for many years due to the location and ease of access for boaters. Getting to the campground can be nerve racking for those who do not like love the back roads of WV. Bakers Run is a great place to get away from it all. Bakers Run is well of the beaten path nestled along the shoreline of Sutton Lake, with that being said Bakers Run is a public Crops of Engineers small and uncommercialized campground. You will not find the following Wi-Fi, swimming pools, snack bars, game rooms, boat rentals, hiking or biking trails. There are two small stores off of campground property offering firewood, snacks, bait, ice, camping supplies and limited grocery items. To fully enjoy Sutton Lake a boat is a must.  https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10122583?tab=ratings

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
          Apr. 25, 2024

          River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

          Weekend Getaway

          Great place to stay! We were at site 13, right on the water. Check-in was easy and the staff was very friendly! Plenty of ice and firewood at the store and a cute little gift shop. The site was mostly flat where we parked the camper and very close to the bathhouse. Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing, basketball, and a nice playground, to name a few! We definitely plan to make another trip there this year!!

        • BThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Kittie Wilson
          Mar. 4, 2024

          Kittie Wilson

          Not too shabby

          A small dark sky campground with cabins to rent as well. Water and electricity are on most sites. No dump station. Free fire wood for campers and each site has a grill and fire ring. Showers and flushing toilets are at the main building and the honor system is how they do business. 20 bucks a night! Nice people and great night time sky watching. Easy to get any size rig in. Plenty for the kids to do and great hiking trails. Ridge walkers are known to be in the area (Bigfoot) avoid making eye contact during breeding season.

        • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Revelle’s River Resort
          Feb. 24, 2024

          Revelle’s River Resort

          Beautiful Location

          My family and I liked this campground a lot. We had a camp site that was right against the river with full hookups. This seemed to be a well laid out campground with sites for weekenders in maybe the best location right along the river and the seasonal campers spread out around. The camp store was nice with everything you need, and the staff and owners were friendly as well. We were there for a long weekend and all agreed we would go back.

        • Paige H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Blackwater Falls State Park Campground
          Feb. 18, 2024

          Blackwater Falls State Park Campground

          Winter camping at blackwater falls

          Campsites are just the right size. Very level and nicely done. Sites have electric hookup a picnic table and a fire ring. Wood is available for purchase at the office when you come In. Bathhouse is located in the center of the campsites

        • Paige H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed camping at Mower Basin
          Oct. 14, 2023

          Dispersed camping at Mower Basin

          Weekend stay

          We drove In Thursday evening intending to go to stonecoal but the road was blocked off so we headed out to mowers basin and were lucky enough to snag this beautiful view. The few people we did encounter were friendly.



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