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Best Campgrounds near Cairo, WV

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The Cairo, West Virginia area features several established campgrounds within driving distance, including North Bend State Park with its River Run and Cokeley campgrounds. These parks accommodate tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals. Mountwood Park Family Campground, approximately 15 miles from Cairo, offers a mix of tent sites, RV accommodations, and cabin options. The region spans both West Virginia and nearby Ohio, where additional camping facilities can be found at locations like Wolf Run State Park and Kinderhook Trailhead, providing varied camping experiences from primitive tent sites to fully-developed RV parks with electric and water hookups.

Road conditions to some campgrounds may require careful navigation, especially when approaching from certain directions. A visitor noted, "Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads." Weather considerations affect camping experiences throughout the year, with most developed campgrounds operating seasonally from April through November. North Bend State Park's River Run Campground stays busy during summer months but offers relative quiet during weekdays. Water features play a significant role in camping options, with several sites positioned along rivers or lakes. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the region, though North Bend State Park is noted as one of the few campgrounds in the area with reliable connectivity.

Campers consistently highlight the natural beauty and tranquility of campgrounds near Cairo. River Run Campground along the North Fork of the Hughes River receives praise for its riverside sites, clean facilities, and access to hiking and biking on the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail. This trail, which crosses 35 bridges and passes through 11 tunnels, serves as a major attraction for outdoor enthusiasts. Wildlife sightings are common throughout the area, with deer being particularly abundant near River Run Campground. Recreational activities at various campgrounds include paddling, fishing, swimming, and mountain biking, with North Bend State Park offering boat rentals, mini-golf, and a swimming pool during summer months. Tent sites at several locations provide direct access to waterways for kayaking or fishing.

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Best Camping Sites Near Cairo, West Virginia (84)

    1. River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    11 Reviews
    Cairo, WV
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 987-2757

    "North Bend State Park is located at the halfway point of the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, so it’s a great camping spot for hikers, bikers and horseback riders who want to explore this scenic trail which"

    "Initially, you don't see it...you must drive up and over a roller."

    2. Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    6 Reviews
    Harrisville, WV
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 643-4777

    "Love this place. 1st time ever in West Virginia and this park was up to the task of making a great 1st impression of the state.

    Great hiking with well marked trails."

    "Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained."

    3. Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)

    5 Reviews
    Petroleum, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 679-3611

    $20 - $40 / night

    4. Backwoods Campground & Winery

    2 Reviews
    Cairo, WV
    2 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    5. Kinderhook Horse Trail

    5 Reviews
    Newport, OH
    14 miles

    "Close to the restroom there’s a picnic table, tentspots and a manual water pump. A lot of insects, humid and dense deciduous forest surrounding the trailhead. The Kinderhook trail was overgrown."

    "Area is dedicated to horse trail riding. Nice clean area just off main road.Can camp here in certain spots. Not much area to camp. No fire rings, one picnic table."

    6. Harris RV Park

    1 Review
    Newport, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 482-5815

    $25 / night

    "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."

    7. Kinderhook Trailhead

    1 Review
    Newport, OH
    14 miles
    Website

    "As we drove around the trailhead, we found a second designated site. The forest website says dispersed camping is allowed and fires are allowed with a 10 foot clearance and a ring of rocks."

    8. Wayne National Forest Leith Run Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    St. Marys, OH
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 373-9055

    $15 - $55 / night

    9. Hune Bridge Campground

    3 Reviews
    Wingett Run, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 373-9055

    "This campground is just off Hwy 26, but far enough away from town that there isn’t much traffic.  

    Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole.  "

    "This is a great drive in campsite perfect for family and friends to get into the woods for a bit."

    10. Lane Farm Campground

    1 Review
    Marietta, OH
    19 miles
    Website

    "This roadside campground is near homes and a small town, so not much traffic during the day, but quite a bit during the morning and evening commuting time."

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  • Aly M.
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Blennerhassett RV Park

    Friendly campground

    The owner was great. I called when I was on my way, he gave me a space number, and I was able to go straight to it. Weekly and monthly pricing is great too.

  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Flatwoods KOA

    It's ok. Site 44

    Very unlevel spot. Not sure if they are all like this, but it's a big ugh... trash pick up is 1/day & 1 bag of trash 🤦🏼‍♀️

    Wifi is non existent! Tried connecting TV to it and connected with no internet. So, hotspotted my cell phone and showed a internet connection, but very slow. Yeah yeah ...I know we're camping ,but it is 95° outside and the sun is shining all over us...hopefully after sunset?

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Flatwoods KOA

    Nice and convenient

    We were searching for a quite place to stay. Typically we like dispersed camping but after not finding much in the area we splurged for this KOA. We were pleasantly surprised it was quite empty. Checking was a breeze. We even were able to change our site. Our 3 dogs and us had an entire row to ourself. Clean bathrooms and showers. Well maintained grounds. Very friendly campers.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Bulltown Camp — Burnsville Lake Wildlife Management Area

    Really nice, peaceful and clean

    I’ve gone to park twice this month, it’s only 90 minutes from my house. Both times I got a spot on the lake…just 10-15 yards from the water. Clean, calm and refreshing from the heat wave we are having. Spacious lots. The park is clean and fairly quiet, family friendly.

  • Brian P.
    Jul. 16, 2025

    Gerald Freeman Campground

    Great place to disconnect!

    Gerald Freeman Campground is a GREAT place to get away if you are looking to disconnect. There is NO SERVICE of any kind up here! We have a powerful WeBoost on our RV and STILL no bars. There are a few places you can move around to and maybe get 1 bar, but they are hard to find. Starlink works great though, and once established you can use WiFi calling for your phone. The scenery is beautiful here, and you almost have to look straight up to see the sky because you are surrounded by mountains. The lake/creek/river(I'm not sure which it is because it says lake, but it has a slight current) runs directly by the campsites and there is easy access for fishing, kayaking, and other aquatic activities. The campground itself is SUPER clean, and so are the shower houses. The sites are level and well maintained. Some sites have full hookups(W/S/E), while others have W/E, electric only, and primitive. Make sure you know what you are booking so you don't get surprised. Some of the nicest sites are electric only. There is a little store on the property for a few essentials, but it is small with limited selection. Our water pressure at our site was very low, only around 20 lbs, so we had to rely on our pump and tank, but we could at least fill it so it was a non-issue for us. We are a full-time RV family, traveling the country with our three dogs, and we will be staying here again in the future. It's a safe, clean campground with everything that you need and a GREAT family atmosphere!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Nice Site, Not Private

    The site itself is quite nice, with access to toilets and picnic tables. However, it also seems to be a spot locals visit quite a bit. I’ve had two cars drive in after sunset who have just sat around for a bit then left. I would not recommend this site if you are traveling solo (Like I am).

  • Cynthia K.
    Jun. 27, 2025

    Camp Creek State Park Campground

    Very Nice State Park

    Camp Creek State Park West Virginia.

     This was a drive through, we didn't camp here. This State Park is only 2 miles from I- 77! Exit 20. 

    This is a hiking park & also has horse trails.

     We stopped at the office for a map & the lady at the desk was very nice & friendly.

    There are a lot of nice picnic areas too.

    Two very nice waterfalls. The first waterfall is on a road right by the modern campground so of course we had to visit. 

    9 electric sites.

    9 full hookup. 

    8 water& electric.

    A nice looking bath house.

     I liked the sites that were by a creek- 8/9/10/13/14/15/16/18. 12 is a pull thru. These sites have a paved pad & the whole campground looked nicely kept. All the sites looked flat. There's a dump station on the road out of the park.

     Blue Jay Campground is primitive camping along a creek. 12 sites. They looked very nice. There's pit toilets. This campground is on the road to the 2nd waterfall. There's parking by the gate. 

    Further down from Blue Jay is a locked gate. Beyond the gate is the Double C horsemans camp. You have to register at the office & they'll give you a key. 

    I really liked the modern campground. If we ever travel this way again I would stop here. There's no interstate noise in the campground.

  • cyndy F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 23, 2025

    Wolf Run State Park Campground

    Great chill time

    This is a smaller, older campground. We were in the non electric site area. It was pretty quiet, a great place to chill. The showers are older but well kept up. No bugs, we even watch them broom the outside windows and doors knocking down all webs.Nice shower head, good pressure. There are only vault toilets, but not bad , they pressure washed really well. Has dump station and plenty potable water stations. Good canoe and kayak lake. Part of buckeye trail on one side of lake. Has a playarea for kids with basketball court.

  • Shane T.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2025

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Decent campground, dated park and facilities

    Was a great spot while we were passing through and needed a place for the night.

    There was not manny people there, Sites are small back in, we stayed in loop two site 69 with great shade and electric. Toilets are vault style and very old so you can imagine it’s hard to clean/keep clean.

    I do like they have water fountains with faucets every 10-15 sites. As well as grey water dump stations about the same spacing but stagers with the filling.

    Showers were clean but only central and shared between all loops.

    We drove through loop 1 on our way out and it looked to be kept up better and cleaner.

    The lake was nice but I am not sure if they recently had some weather that caused it to be pretty brown/muddy, or if that’s normal.

    Camp store wasn’t open yet for the season no other staff was Seen except one guy cleaning on loop A

Guide to Cairo

Camping near Cairo, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower facilities. One visitor at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park said, "Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many families enjoy the welcoming vibe. A reviewer at Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park mentioned, "There is a nice size playground, and there are several children outside playing and riding bikes."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers often find the sites roomy enough for their needs. A visitor at Cedar Creek State Park Campground remarked, "All the campsites are electrical hookups."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A camper at Strouds Run State Park Campground noted, "There are pit toilets, potable water towards the front, and that's it."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise from nearby campers, especially on weekends. A visitor at Forked Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Most patrons seem to be local - weekends full of loud music and drinking."
  • Road Conditions: Some roads leading to campgrounds can be narrow or tricky. A reviewer at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park said, "Lots of curves and narrow roads to the Campground!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. A camper at Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park said, "Great hiking with well-marked trails."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Be mindful of noise, especially during the night. A visitor at Wolf Run State Park Campground shared, "Our main issue was lack of oversight/patrolling after quiet hours."
  • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep the kids entertained with snacks and games. A reviewer at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park mentioned, "Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing, basketball, and a nice playground."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A camper at Forked Run State Park Campground advised, "Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking as sites can be small and hilly."
  • Bring a Water Pressure Regulator: Some campgrounds have high water pressure that can damage your RV. A visitor at Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park noted, "The pressure was so strong it was leaking from the release valve."
  • Look for Wi-Fi Access: If you need internet, check for Wi-Fi availability. A camper at Cedar Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "If you want internet bring a WiFi and a booster and you will be good."

Camping near Cairo, West Virginia, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're with family or friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best camping spots in Cairo, Egypt?

Near Cairo, West Virginia, you'll find exceptional camping at North Bend State Park which offers two excellent campgrounds. Cokeley Campground is well-maintained with electricity and water hookups, plus an easily accessible dump station for RVs. For those seeking water recreation, Wolf Run State Park Campground offers sites that wrap around a clear-water lake, making it perfect for families who enjoy swimming and fishing. The lake's smaller size means no high-speed water activities, creating a peaceful environment for campers.

When is the best season for camping in Cairo?

The best camping season near Cairo is late spring through early fall (May-October). Camp Creek State Park Campground offers excellent hiking and horse trails that are most enjoyable during these months. Summer provides warm weather for water activities, while fall brings spectacular colors to parks like River Run Campground at North Bend State Park, which is perfectly positioned along the scenic 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail. Many campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, but services may be limited during winter months, and some water facilities might be winterized.

What are the camping regulations and permits required in Cairo?

In the Cairo area, camping regulations vary by location. At Mountwood Park Family Campground, you'll need to register at the park office upon arrival. For Forked Run State Park Campground, reservations are recommended, especially during peak seasons. Most public campgrounds in the region require payment of camping fees, adherence to quiet hours, and proper waste disposal. Private campgrounds like KOAs may have additional rules. Check with specific campground offices or websites before your trip, as regulations can change seasonally and may include fire restrictions depending on conditions.

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