Glamping near Camp Creek, WV

Little Beaver State Park sits at an elevation of approximately 2,650 feet in the rugged Appalachian mountains near Camp Creek, West Virginia. Located in Raleigh County, this region features dense hardwood forests and rolling mountains with seasonal temperature variations of 25-85°F. The area offers year-round camping options with several campgrounds remaining open through winter, though water systems are typically winterized from November through March.

What to do

Hiking trails: Little Beaver State Park provides extensive trail networks suitable for beginners through experienced hikers. "Just stayed for one night passing through and we were sad we couldn't stay longer. Sites are big and spread out. It's quiet. Walking trails all over," notes Heather H. about Little Beaver State Park Campground.

Water recreation: Fish or paddle on the small lakes throughout the region. "This CCC State Park is very picturesque and has several hiking trails and the man-made lake is small but offers plenty of recreation possibilities," mentions Shelly S. regarding Little Beaver State Park.

Mountain biking: Access over 40 miles of trails at Kairos Wilderness Resort. "It sits on 1500 acres and has 41+ miles of trails. The only complaint is the campsites are very close but everyone was friendly and respectful so all in all it was a great place," says David B. about Kairos Wilderness Resort.

Historical sites: Visit the remains of an Army training encampment used to train soldiers in building floating bridges. "Military history buffs will appreciate the remains of an Army training encampment along the gravel road driving in. Known for equipping soldiers to build floating bridges across rivers to move troops and heavy artillery," Dave V. explains when reviewing the Army Camp area.

What campers like

River access: Grandview Sandbar Campground offers direct riverside camping. "The sites a have established fire rings, metal picnic tables, and hooks for food/trash," shares Mystic S. about Grandview Sandbar Campground.

Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common throughout the area's campgrounds. "LOTS OF DEER!!! I had so many deer along the roadways that loved to pose for pictures," Tom H. comments about Twin Falls Resort State Park.

Yurt camping: Camp Creek, West Virginia's yurt camping options provide a unique alternative to traditional tents or cabins. Kairos Wilderness Resort features yurts among its accommodation types for visitors seeking glamping experiences in the mountainous terrain.

Swimming opportunities: Multiple campsites offer water access for cooling off. "About a quarter of a mile you come to the creek with a great swimming hole. We didn't make it past the swimming hole but I'm looking forward to finishing the trail in the future," Keith B. shares about Babcock State Park.

What you should know

Winter camping limitations: Check seasonal availability as some campgrounds close. "Just a quick FYI, there is no camping in the winter. We stopped by for an overnight while enroute to Ohio," warns Shelly S. about Little Beaver State Park.

Road conditions: Access roads to many campgrounds are steep and winding. "The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it's a gorgeous location," cautions Kaycee about Kairos Wilderness Resort, highlighting the challenging terrain for reaching yurt camping at Camp Creek, West Virginia area sites.

Flooding risk: Riverside camping areas can flood during heavy rains. "This was a peaceful, nice area but when there is a lot of rain there is definitely the chance it'll flood," warns Chaz M. about Grandview Sandbar.

Train noise: Some campsites experience railway disturbances. "The really bad thing is that there is a train station directly across the river. And trains will and do pull through every couple of hours 24/7," notes Mystic S. about Grandview Sandbar.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Find campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "A fairly new playground sits right next to the bathhouse. All the equipment was well-maintained and freshly mulched. Our site was close enough to the playground that we let our seven-year-old go by herself, since we could still hear her," Keith B. explains about Babcock State Park.

Kid-friendly trails: Choose hikes suitable for younger children. "Island-In-the-Sky is a great climb through a tunnel of rhododendron that eventually winds up and around a rock shelf. To get to the top you have to climb up a couple ladders and over rocks," Keith B. continues about Babcock State Park.

Water parks: Consider resorts with built-in water activities. "On the campground there is disc golf and then a lake for swimming that has the huge inflatable courses on it (think like the game show wipeout) you can buy a day pass for a reasonable price to play on them all day," shares Renee G. about Ace Adventure Resort.

Spacing between sites: Look for campgrounds with room for kids to move. "This place is fabulous. Sites with water and electric hookup 1-20. Spacious, private. We had #9. Level..walking trail system connected to camp sites," notes Todd S. about Little Beaver State Park.

Tips from RVers

Leveling challenges: Many sites require effort to level larger rigs. "Many sites looked like it may take some work to get level. We were in site 20 with a 23 ft TT and got level fairly easily but a longer rig may have difficulty in that site," Adam and Suzanne B. mention about Little Beaver State Park.

Dump station access: Plan for proper waste disposal. "Dump site was a little different. Had to make a uturn to get in to dump," notes Charlie W. about Little Beaver State Park Campground.

Site selection for large vehicles: Research campground layout before booking. "Make sure your truck/vehicle towing is not underrated for what you're pulling as it is a lot of big uphill elevation and tons of windy roads and tight turns," advises Austin-Tarra G. about Twin Falls Resort State Park.

Winter utilities: Verify water availability in colder months. "There was supposed to be community water at the campsite, but unfortunately it was turned off as we were there at the end of their camping season," Austin-Tarra G. continues regarding Twin Falls Resort State Park.