Best Tent Camping near Cass, WV

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Best Tent Sites Near Cass, West Virginia (28)

    Erik C.'s photo of tent camping at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little River Dispersed Campsites near Durbin, WV

    1. Little River Dispersed Campsites

    6 Reviews
    36 Photos
    291 Saves
    Durbin, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo at Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation Area near Warm Springs, KY
    Camper-submitted photo at Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation Area near Warm Springs, KY

    2. Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    86 Saves
    Warm Springs, Virginia

    Hiking and fishing opportunities are abundant at Poor Farm Dispersed Recreation Area. Enjoy hiking trails that meander along the Jackson River, or break out that rod and reel as the trout stocked waters are popular amongst fly and traditional fishermen alike.

    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    Dave V.'s photo of tent camping at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seven Mile Campground near Monongahela National Forest, WV

    3. Seven Mile Campground

    1 Review
    27 Photos
    24 Saves
    Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6 near Monongahela National Forest, WV

    4. Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6

    1 Review
    22 Photos
    20 Saves
    Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Trash
    Dave V.'s photo of tent camping at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite near Marlinton, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Day Run Campground near Marlinton, WV

    6. Day Run Campground

    1 Review
    8 Saves
    Marlinton, West Virginia

    Located just off the Highland Scenic Highway this small developed campground is a perfect getaway for fisherman and hikers. Many of the 12 camping sites boarder the upper scenic Williams River and__ the campground is within walking distance of many popular trails. Each site is equipped with a wooden picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring. Several campsites also have a tent pad, although all sites are suitable for tent or trailer camping.

    • Tents
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo at Pocahontas Campground near Hot Springs, WV

    7. Pocahontas Campground

    1 Review
    9 Saves
    Hot Springs, Virginia

    With a convenient location just off State Route 92 this campground is great for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Two Lick Trailhead is located within the campground and providing easy and accessible access. Also each campsite is furnished with a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern ring.

    • Tents
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at McClintic Point Primitive Campground near Hot Springs, VA

    8. McClintic Point Primitive Campground

    2 Reviews
    6 Photos
    91 Saves
    Hot Springs, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite near Buckeye, WV
    Emil D.'s photo of tent camping at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping near Brandywine, VA

    10. Switzer Lake Dispersed Camping

    10 Reviews
    57 Photos
    415 Saves
    Brandywine, West Virginia

    This colossal lake is a sight to behold. The surrounding forested mountains appear to just drop into the lake, making for scenery reminiscent of majestic paintings by the late Bob Ross. The lake should be checked during migration and winter for waterfowl. At other times of the year, it could host great blue and green herons and, on occasion, a bald eagle or osprey may drop in to pick out a bass for dinner. The neighboring hillsides are heavily wooded and host many woodland birds. Pileated woodpeckers can be heard as their loud raucous call reverberates across the lake. American goldfinch twitter overhead and ruffed grouse and wild turkey stalk the roadsides. Careful exploration is sure to reward the butterfly enthusiast; tiger and spicebush swallowtail, question mark, silver-spotted skipper, and American painted lady have been spotted here. There is little reason to doubt why they frequent this site as Black Eyed Susan, milkweed, wild columbine, and Queen Anne’s lace abound. Note that because this lake serves as the main water supply for surrounding towns, swimming and gas motorboating are prohibited. Camping is restricted to areas further down Skidmore Fork Rd/Switzer Lake Rd with less accessible sites past the second river crossing. Be sure to secure any food overnight as black bears are known to frequent campsites in this area.

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    • ADA Access
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    • Dispersed
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Recent Tent Reviews near Cass, West Virginia

420 Reviews of 28 Cass Campgrounds


  • TNWoodsman The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park Campground
    May. 18, 2023

    Audra State Park Campground

    Moto Camping

    Review from the perspective of a motorcycle traveler tent camping. Tent sites are along a stream on one side and campsite access road on the other. Clean and well maintained with super nice staff.

  • Brian W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spruce Knob Lake Campground
    Jul. 22, 2019

    Spruce Knob Lake Campground

    WORDS CANT DESCRIBE

    This place is amazing!!!. If your into primitive camping at it's best this place is it. This is where me and wife went on are first tent camping trip and ever since we compare every other tent site to Spruce Knob. As of know nothing has compared.

  • Marianne S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spruce Knob Lake Campground
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Spruce Knob Lake Campground

    more remote and primitive for car camping

    A great, quiet campground with fewer sites than most.  It is about 5 miles from the summit of Spruce Knob (highest peak in West Virginia).  Tow campers smaller in size can certainly make it, although mostly tent camping which I like.  Some drive up, some drive, park, and walk up.  There is a single water source and I'd highly recommend boiling first.  H20 does NOT taste good at all.  There are a couple of outhouses, and no shower facilities.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca Shadows
    Aug. 27, 2017

    Seneca Shadows

    Seneca Rocks Cast Their Shadow

    West Virginia is packed with some of the best hiking, climbing, rafting, biking, canyons, mountains, rivers, valleys, and forests in the U.S...and the beauty is few people take advantage of it.

    Wanting to spend the a few days midweek in and around Seneca Rocks and Spruce Knob, we chose Seneca Shadows Campground as our basecamp. Aptly named, as views of Seneca Rocks can enjoyed from your tent site.

    Smack dab in the middle of the Monongahela National Forest, Seneca Shadows Campground is part of the U.S. Forest Service, so if you are planning a weekend or popular vacation time stay, log onto (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/mapof_Seneca_Shadows/r/campgroundMap.do?page=map&search=site&contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70322 ) and reserve your site.

    If you are driving a big RV or hauling a Camper, you'll be parking on one of the 38 sites designed specifically for that purpose. There are a few large group tent sites on the same side of the park roadway before you reach the individual tent sites. Be astute, some have electric and some do not.

    Forgive me for saying, but the tent sites appear designed by someone only interested in allowing as many tenters as possible, without regard for privacy...more like cattle in a feed lot (with the exception of 50-53). These are considered "walk to" sites. So I would not camp here during a weekend or holiday. Fortunately, weekdays see few tenters and we had it all to ourselves. Staying on somewhat of an elevated site (50) with some encompassing foliage. However, a roadway runs along the campground to the north, so we heard truck traffic early morning and late. Water and restrooms are located by the parking lot and adequate.

    The views of Seneca Rocks were welcomed, when it wasn't raining (a common occurance is WV)...and only one mile from entrance to entrance with the Seneca Rocks Discovery Center (https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=7050)...and 14.3 miles/Half hour drive to Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak at 4,862 (https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recarea/?recid=7053). At the crossroads a mile away are a couple restaurants and a country store (with ice cream shop) for last minute needs.

    While I prefer more isolated campgrounds and sites, this filled the need.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground
    Sep. 4, 2020

    Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground

    A State Park for all Seasons

    Campground Review: Canaan Valley State Park and Resort, Davis, West Virginia

    The Canaan Valley State Park and Resort is situated in a very popular outdoor activity area...for every season. Winter brings copious snowfall and the skiing here draws thousands...downhill and XC. The summer sees backpackers, hikers, mountain bikers, gravel grinders, car-campers and RVers. Not only do you have hiking trails here on the State Park location...you can drive up to the nearby Dolly Sods Wilderness Area for camping, day-hikes or multi-day backcountry trips; Blackwater Falls (10 miles north) offers memorable falls, great hikes with long gorge views (Lindy Point a favorite). Even Seneca Rocks and Spruce Knob are only 30 minutes or so away. Possibilities are endless in this neck of the woods. This very weekend was to be the Mountainbike Festival, but due to Covid-19, well you know the rest of that story. The Abe Run Trail was a pleasant trail leaving from the campground.

    The campground portion is not expansive but 34 sites are situated in three small loops (see photo of campground map). Primitive tent sites don't have water or electric and parking is roadside but you are within 100 yards of the "Comfort Station." The three "tent only" sites have only been around for a couple years...but sites 1 and 2 are in a nice grassy area away from the RV loop 2. Always verify current rates, but June 18, 2020...mid $30's nightly for nonresidents (WV residents get 30% off). Primitive tent sites were $17 a night.

    The Resort Lodge, Golf course, swimming pool and a covered ice skating rink (obviously the last three mentioned being seasonal) were further up the windy park roadway. (See rates on park website).

    The campground "Comfort Station," is a restroom/shower/laundry and soda machine building. The gender specific restroom/shower rooms each have two wooden stalled modern facility stools, two shower stalls (men's are separated by a shower curtain, women's by a wall); a separate unisex ADA restroom/shower sits adjacent to the men's and appears newer.

    The grounds are well-maintained and manicured as are all WV State Parks. Trails are scattered throughout the park. some are foot traffic only, others permit bicycles. The Back Hollow Trail was predominantly a mown grass trail but occasional wooded sections were rocky two-track. This is Wet Virginia, so expect to experience rain and bring foul weather gear in the summer months. I have mastered the fine art of campsite tarping due to West Virginia camping. It also still gets chilly in these mountains during the early summer months.

    Deer meander through the primitive tent sites with their fawns each morning and evening. A kid's playground is situated beside (separated by a field) primitive tent sites 1 & 2.

    We spent three days in June and experienced afternoon rain showers daily, but arranged our hikes and bikes around them.

  • Bobbie B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park Campground
    Sep. 10, 2020

    Audra State Park Campground

    Quit and very Covid specious

    My parents took me and my sister to Audra every summer and wks at a time and camping in a tent,it was the best memories i have as a child and yes im now 42,fulltime grandma of 4yr old axel w austism, i have worked m.j y butt off w him 2yrs straight to get his fits calmed down..yes he has had 1since last oct and that is because i figured out what was triggering them but so proud of him..i him..I wanted to take grandson sonewhere where ppl are friendly and say hi to axel where felt cummy and not get upset and hide...my neice  ended uo going last mth,she invited us up to test axel out because this b a huge thing for him to do..oh my Aurda was still beautiful, clean, ppl so nice,there was no camp site available so we stayed till 7pm and went home..def a place to take kids w disabilities, ppl understand, do not stare and its alot of fun for kids,quit,gorgeous place to camp..wish they had a site open and it be kool to win a few days of camping..

  • Kassie F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca Shadows
    Sep. 17, 2020

    Seneca Shadows

    Great location!

    Great location for fly fishing & hiking. The tent camping area has a view of Seneca Rocks while the camper trailer/RV sites are wooded.

  • Jeff S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tea Creek Campground
    Jun. 5, 2020

    Tea Creek Campground

    Trout Fishing Paradise

    This is a great place for pull-type campers or tent camping. Campground is always clean and access is directly off the scenic highway. Several hiking trails nearby. First photo is 100 yards from the campground.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
    Apr. 13, 2019

    Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    Very nice campground and park

    Stonewall is a very nice campground with full hookups. Campsites have blacktop pads to park on. Campsites are level tent sites have platforms. Has bathrooms with showers.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Greenbrier River Trail MP 69.6

    Private, Primitive, and Pleasant

    GREENBRIER RIVER TRAIL MILEPOST 69.6 PRIMITIVE CAMPING AREA, Clover Lick, WV

    The Greenbrier River Trail is a converted C&O Railway that travels 80 miles from Cass Railroad Station, Stumptown, WV to North Caldwell, WV. This Rails-to-Trails is wonderfully maintained by WV State Parks and was featured in Backpacker Magazine as one of the top 10 hiking trails in the country. This former railbed would be considered flat by most, but there is a 1% downhill grade from the Northern Terminus in Stumptown to its Southern Terminus in North Caldwell.

    There are plenty of these Primitive Camping Areas along the trail to make this a "must-do" trail. The trail is made primarily of the old Railway ballast and a finer pea gravel most of the trail...but there are some overgrown grassy two-track and some muddy sections as well.  This is called "Wet Virginia" for good reason...pack a rain jacket.

    The trail itself is recorded at differing lengths depending on what you read, but we started at MP 80...at Cass Railroad Station. 

    PROS:

    • Free camping (First come, first served)
    • Newer Adirondock Style Shelter
    • Newer Large/Clean/Stocked Pit Latrine
    • Raised Tent pad (pea gravel)
    • Cold well water - Hand pump
    • Metal Fire Ring
    • No Cell Service

    CONS:

    • No Cell Service

    NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS:

    • Cass Railroad Station
    • Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort
    • Seneca Forest
    • Seneca Rocks
    • Spruce Knob (WV Highest Elevation)
    • Green Bank Observatory
    • The Greenbrier Resort

    The Greenbrier River Trail is a delightful bikepacking excursion.  Very doable for all ages. I'd recommend road bicycles with tires no narrower than 700x32 or mountain bikes. Because of the wetter climate, there were soggy sections that would cause difficulty for thin tires, especially when laden with panniers.

    The MP 69.6 Camping Area is along the Greenbrier River, so camping along it affords great wildlife viewing at dawn and dusk when the animals head to the water to drink. The amount of wildlife we saw throughout the day was incredible while biking the trail. Mostly deer, rabbit, chipmunks and Eastern Box Turtles sharing the trail...but we did see a few turkey, fox and bobcat. An elderly fellow cyclist, sharing the camping area, saw a juvenile black bear. The Greenbrier River Trail travels through Watoga State Park, Seneca State Forest and the Monongahela National Forest

    The Greenbrier River Trail is a mutli-use trail, so there is potential to see bicyclists, walkers, hikers, horseback and in the winter, XC skiers. Near towns we encountered very polite and pleasant walkers and cyclists enjoying the trail...but away from the towns it was very quiet, peaceful and remote.

    NOTE: If you choose to ride the Greenbrier River Trail from Stumptown to North Caldwell or the opposite direction...unless you are going to ride back the way you came, you will need to have someone shuttle your vehicle. I used Chuck Workman, owner of Appalachian Sports in Marlinsburg to shuttle my vehicle to the Southern Terminus...Oscar from Cass Railroad Station shared that useful information!

  • Kenneth K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kumbrabow State Forest
    Nov. 19, 2018

    Kumbrabow State Forest

    Peaceful creekside

    Beautiful tent sites along the creek! I was there in late summer, but I plan to return in late spring when the rhododendrons would be in bloom. Access is by about 6 miles of dirt/rock road. There are many trails at all hiking levels.

  • Ed M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Heaven Campground
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Bear Heaven Campground

    Quiet and clean Campground

    Nice campground that is seldom full. About ten tent sites with firepit, picnic table, clean concrete vault toilt. No running water or showers. Close to Elkins and half hour from Davis. Very nice area and primitive campsites to base your outdoor adventures from!

  • Zondra W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Holly River State Park Campground
    Jun. 16, 2020

    Holly River State Park Campground

    WV heavenly spot

    Love this place. Only wish is that the tent sites were more wooded for shade. And to hang lights and hammocks.
    The staff were great, bathrooms super clean. Love all the hiking trails and just the beauty of the are. Will be returning soon.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite
    Sep. 12, 2020

    Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite

    A Welcomed Reststop along the Trail

    Greenbrier River Trail Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite, Watoga, WV

    West Virginia's **Greenbrier River Trail  (GRT) **stretches from its Northern Terminus at the Cass Railroad Station, Stumptown 78-80 miles (depending on what resource you read) to it's Southern Terminus in North Caldwell. The Greenbrier River Trail is a Rails-to-Trails initiative, so being a former track bed, the surface is predominantly ballast, though there are some black-topped areas. Some locations of the trail that either see more sunlight or less traffic have seen grass overtake the trail to form a "two-track" or at times a mown grass trail. Most parts drain well and easy to navigate, while some heavily wooded areas adjacent to rocky cliffs see more puddling and thus muddier...but all navigable. 

    Because of it's relative remoteness and light traffic, wildlife flourishes along the GRT. This is bear country so I would recommend utilizing a bear bag or bear canister for your food and toiletries. I used a BearVault BV500 that I strapped to the Salsa EXP Anything Cradle attached to my handlebars...worked great. Eliminated concerns about losing food items and attracting Yogi and Boo-Boo. A Father/Daughter duo trailing us observed a juvenile bear not far off the trail mid-day. But bears aside, raccoons, chipmunks and other rodents can wreak havoc on panniers or backpacks containing food and fragrant toiletries. 

    At the time of our visit there were 15 Primitive or Rustic Campsites along the Greenbrier River Trail. Each person traveling the Greenbrier River Trail will determine which primitive campsite they prefer for a night's rest. 

    All the primitive campsites positioned along the Greenbrier River Trail (GRT) are free, first-come, first-served. Note that some offer more amenities than others, so those will likely be the sought after locations.

    Traveling West Virginia's Greenbrier River Trail is a highlight whatever mode of travel permitted, whether on foot, horseback, bicycling or even paddlecraft...no motorized vehicles are permited. The Greenbrier River Trail was chosen by Backpacker Magazine as one of the top ten best hikes in the U.S. of A. That's quite the billing to live up to.

    I will add that we chose to bikepack the GRT, so I felt we did not stop at all the available sites, cascades, waterfalls, bridges, etc purely because we were a little spread out and by the time you past by a special site, the others were too far down the trail. While I absolutely loved our entire GRT trip...had I been on foot...more exploring would have taken place.

    PROS:

    • Raised fine gravel tent pad
    • Nice, clean, maintained and stocked pit latrine
    • Picnic table
    • Metal fire ring
    • Metal Bear-proof trash receptacle
    • No cell service

    CONS:

    • No water pump
    • No cell service
    • Tent pad located very close to elevated trail

    NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS:

    • Town of Marlinton
    • Watoga State Park
    • Greenbrier Resort
    • Snowshoe Mountain Resort
    • Cass Railroad
    • Seneca State Forest
    • Seneca Rocks
    • Spruce Knob (WV highest elevation)
    • The Wild Bean Cafe and Thunderbird Taco (Lewisburg)  (Suggestion: Order the Guacadilla!...thank me later)

    The GRT Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite does not offer a well water, so fill up before you get there. Although, if you utilize a filter, you can draw water from the river or the tributary down the trail several hundred feet. Even though Mile Post 49.3 tent pad is directly alongside the trail, traffic is so light that it is really a non-issue. There is not a large clearing and with dense vegetation...pack your bug juice.

    This is West Virginia, so even in populated areas cell service can be spotty...but on the trail, I would not count on it. This is both a blessing and a curse. However, for safety purposes, I do carry a Garmin InReach Explorer + in case of emergencies.

    The GRT Mile Post 49.3 Primitive Campsite makes for a great overnighter from either Marlinton or a nice out-and-back from Cass Railroad from the north or from North Caldwell from the South...eliminating the need for a shuttle.

    Final Thoughts: Whether you chose to spend the night at Mile Post 49.3 or not, is not the point...all the primitive campsites along the Greenbrier River Trail are great choices...the point is, mark your calendars, plan this trip and travel West Virginia's Greenbrier River Trail!

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca Shadows
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Seneca Shadows

    Great campsite after a hike up Seneca Rock

    Very nice campground. The facilities were conveniently located and clean. The car Camp sites were spacious and well separated from other camp sites. If you don’t need your vehicle at your campsite I would highly recommend the walk-in tent sites because the view of Seneca Rocks is incredible. Less privacy than the vehicle sites from other campers but a really beautiful open space.

  • Faith B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area

    Wonderful place

    There are full hookups tent sites and Electric sites. There is 2 shower houses. There is a playground and a boat dock. This campground does not take reservations first come first serve. Bakers run is a family friendly campground pets were allowed last time I was there, just remember you have to clean up after your pet. I gave 4 stars because of the road to get to the campground otherwise it would be 5 stars.

  • 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.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground
    Oct. 21, 2020

    Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground

    Do not recommend

    This review reflect the campsite only, not the surrounding area or Dolly Sods, which is beautiful.

    This is the most we have spent on a campsite anywhere ($50/night) and the worst. This is frustrating. The video is if site 3. You will notice the nonstop high-pitched whine in the background. It sounds like a leaf blower but is, in fact, a 24 hour a day pump that is working with the two large, rectangular, man made "ponds" directly behind the site, which I assume have something to do with septic. The ponds are surrounded by a tall chain linked fence with barbed wire on top, so this fence is what you see for you entire field of vision at the tent site. The picnic table and fire ring are down a hill and about 50' from the parking area. That could be overlooked, but there is no gravel pad and the picnic area is bare dirt so muddy in the morning. Thankfully it did not rain. Finally, the state employee here at the state park was not wearing a mask both times that we entered the recreation area to check in, but a few supplies, and then see if another spot was available. Just about everyone camping here is over 65 and West Virginia has a mask mandate. After 3 phone calls and 1 stop in at the lodge, we did get a phone call and one night was refunded back to us, which we did appreciate.

  • Matthew D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca Campground
    Nov. 2, 2018

    Seneca Campground

    Great camping spot if you are headed to the rocks!

    I went camping here for a weekend to do some rock climbing at Seneca Rocks. The tent sites we're nice and spacious and each had a large fire pit. A bathhouse was close by and clean enough. It was easy to find our site as they are well labeled and plenty of parking too. As an added bonus, Yokum's general store is 2 minutes down the road and has just about whatever camping food you might need as well as light supplies. This location also has a stunning view of the rocks. Definitely recommend!

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite
    Sep. 4, 2020

    Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite

    All you need for a great time, nothing more and nothing less!

    Greenbrier River Trail Milepost 63.8 Primitive Campsite, Located between Clover Lick and Clawson, WV (south of Sharp's Tunnel)

    The Greenbrier River Trail is one of the most beautiful and often most remote trail I have had the privilege of bikepacking. If you aren't familiar with camping in West Virginia, you are in for a treat. The WV State Park system is fantastic and the State Park employees take incredible pride in keeping all their parks beautifully maintained despite poor budgets to work with. 

    GRT MP 63.8 Primitive Campsite is close to 17 miles south of the Cass Railroad Station. Trail conditions were wonderful, typical Railroad ballast, crushed gravel...at times it was wide like they recently removed the track, and other sections grass has grown down the middle to make it two track. All flat with a gentle one percent downhill grade from Stumptown to North Caldwell. Frankly, it wasn't discernible...but I'll take it.

    Wildlife and songbirds were abundant and as shocked to see you as you were them. Oftentimes, the deer would run the trail ahead of you for 200 yards before cutting off onto their sidetrail.

    The trail itself is recorded at differing lengths depending on what you read, but we started at MP 80…at Cass Railroad Station...traveling south to North Caldwell.

    PROS:

    • Free camping(First come, first served) 
    • Newer Adirondock Style Shelter 
    • Newer Large/Clean/Stocked Pit Latrine 
    • Raised Tent pad(pea gravel) 
    • Cold well water- Hand pump 
    • Metal Fire Ring 
    • No Cell Service 

    CONS: 

    • No Cell Service 

    NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS: 

    • Cass Railroad Station 
    • Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort 
    • Seneca Forest (**Thorny Mountain Fire Tower)
    • Seneca Rocks
    •  Spruce Knob(WV Highest Elevation) 
    • Green Bank Observatory 
    • The Greenbrier Resort

    *Note in the video, I initially thought the steel containers were bear proof storage, but I was incorrect and they are bear proof trash receptacles. 

    This is bear country, so we kept all our food items and toiletries in a bear cannister during our trip. We did not experience any encounters or sightings, but fellow cyclists traveling in the same direction, observed a juvenile bear during the day along the trail.

    In fact, WV has an abundant wildlife population and it is evident along the Greenbrier River Trail, which set this trail apart from other bikepacking trails I've traveled.

    You will see in a couple photos that a certain slithering resident was unwilling to give up his claim on this Adirondack Shelter, we attempted to dissuade him, we even gently relocated him, but he was neither afraid of our presence nor was he about to pass up a roof over his head. So we acquiesced and moved to the raised tent pad 100' down the trail. He was a very curious character.

    In June, you can anticipate random, short afternoon or evening cloudbursts...but they can be gully-washers. Nights were cool and most mornings I wore a long-sleeve Merino shirt.

    Riding and camping along the picture-perfect Greenbrier River offers fantastic views and opportunities to cool off...bring your swimwear.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Stokesville Campground
    Jun. 24, 2021

    Stokesville Campground

    Fun rustic campground

    Stokesville campground is a little rough around the edges but offers access to lots of miles of trails in George Washington National Forest. There is an awesome swimming hole on the North River, Four miles of flow mountain bike trails inside the campground with endless miles of trails just outside. Stokesville is a mountain bike destination that cyclists travel from all around, the the campground is alot of those cyclists gateway to gwnf. The campground has primitive tent sites up in the woods and full hookup pull through sites. A playground for kids and fishing pond.

  • Sam D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Swallow Rock Campground
    Jul. 18, 2017

    Swallow Rock Campground

    Dispersed camping and trout fishing

    There are a good number of dispersed camping sites along the forest service road that follows Gandy Creek up to Seneca Creek Trail, sites are right on the river with easy access, fly fishing for trout in Gandy was decent, but the water was low. It is normally a great trout stream, Seneca Creek is a good trail for hiking and plenty of fishing opportunities there as well. It's a fairly busy area during the summer, cars and horseback riders are consistent all day, sites are spread out nicely though so you won't see your neighbors from your camp. No hookups, no RVs, tent camping only in most sites, some are big enough for a small camper to fit.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
    Sep. 26, 2016

    Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    If you want pampered...

    Okay…we happened to just stop in here to give it a quick looksee as we traveled by. Yes, we were in need of good facilities…and…as is often the case when I camp/hike, impending rain loomed on the horizon. (and yes, it rained…doesn't it rain when you camp?)

    First…this is really a resort campground…for big campers and RV's. However, secreted away on the bank of Stonewall Jackson Lake, in Briar Point Campground there are five token tent sites. Because of the steep terrain, they have level wooden platforms to place your tent. The platforms are pretty good size…but if I had my huge Kelty Mantra 7…it'd overhang. Fortunately, I had a small three person.

    I will say…this is a resort and its posh…laid out nicely for the jetset golf/spa/business meeting type of "camper." Paved trails, wooden boardwalks across portions of the lake, trams to transport, beautiful golf course…and really nice shower house/bathrooms. Tired of campfire meals…the lodge is spectacular.

    We decided to stay a night or two…mainly because we were in dire need of hot showers. It was very quiet and far enough removed from the RVers that no generator noise was heard. Did I mention how nice the showers were?

    The lake was gorgeous and provided many a photo op. Resident ducks knew no shame, waddling straight up to your picnic table begging for scraps…the cads!

    We settled onto tent site #5, which was positioned directly below a pioneer cemetary. Which is open to enter peruse…very sobering.

    Stonewall Jackson State Park was a nice change. Should I ever hit the lotto to afford a big RV, or ever take up golf…it'd be even nicer. You'll experience no raucous behavior in this park, that's for sure.

    The downside for me was the lack of nature or hiking trails…there's a lot of woodland that could be utilized for this pupose.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca Shadows
    May. 28, 2018

    Seneca Shadows

    Quiet and convenient national forest setting.

    This campground offers a beautiful setting for a base camp as you explore the Monongahela National Forest. It is right down the road from Seneca Rocks and a supply store in case you forget anything. There is a nature center at Seneca Rocks where we found it very helpful to check the weather forecast each morning since the weather can be unpredictable and there is no cell reception nearby. The bathrooms at the campground had flush toilets and a shower. We absolutely loved staying at site 24 at the end of loop B where we only had one neighbor and a short walk to the bathroom. Although the tent sites in the meadow had a nice view of Seneca Rocks, they do not have as much privacy and shade. The campground was sold out for Memorial Day weekend, but we did not feel that it was crowded or noisy.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Canaan Valley Resort State Park Campground

    Central location for exploring the outdoors

    Canaan Valley has 3 loops of sites with hookups as well as a few primitive tent sites. There’s a centrally located bath house with flush toilets and hot showers. Many of the sites are pull-through with parking parallel to the loop road. I was on the last loop in a pull-through site and the main campsite area with picnic table and fire ring were several steps below the parking pad. I was here in April. When I made my reservations, I could only find a site for Friday night, so I went ahead and reserved it, but kept checking back. A few days prior to my arrival, a different site opened for the entire weekend. I couldn’t switch, but I went ahead and reserved the Saturday night at the newly open and then reached out via email to the resort. They were able to change my Friday night reservation to the same site so that I would not have to relocate in the middle of my stay. 

    The Canaan Valley area is beautiful and is one of West Virginia’s State Resorts, offering far more than just a campground. Many of the facilities were not yet open fully, but the chairlift to the summit at the ski area was open on weekends. There are a number of nearby parks and forests worth exploring: Blackwater Falls, Dolly Sods Wilderness, Smoke Hole Canyon, Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks are all within~1 hour drive. You can also stay put at the resort and hike, bike, golf(including mini-golf), swim, geocache, or stargaze. There’s a large open field with a play area near the campground. On of the one clear night I was there, the sky was brilliant. 

    The only downside was that there was an event of some sort taking place the morning I left and the racket from the loudspeaker carried over to the campground. I picked up some ice cream at the Purple Fiddle in Thomas, WV on my way to the campground. This place also offers live music. There is an assortment of restaurants in Thomas and Davis.

  • Angel K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Morris Hill Campground
    Jun. 22, 2016

    Morris Hill Campground

    Good Campground

    Good campground, we came over Memorial Day weekend and was surprised that it didn't feel too crowded or packed even though each site was reserved. Our camp site #54 was big enough for a large 8-man tent plus a pop up camper. No electrical hookups are provided at the tent sites and drinking water pipped near the bathrooms only. The groundskeeper was great, gave us advice on where to take our dogs to at Moomaw Lake. They had ice and fire wood readily available. Bathrooms were a little run down, but not bad, two toilets and one single shower. This site is also heavily populated with cicada bugs, so you might take a few home with you! They look big and sound scary, but harmless.

    The campsite's proximity to Moomaw Lake, river, and dam make it an ideal spot to stay for fishing and boating, highly recommended! Also, the site has a small bike/hike trail that takes you down to the lake and links up with another trail system. It's not that well kept with old markings and high brush, I also couldn't locate a map so I didn't venture too far from the campground. Enjoy!


Guide to Cass

Nestled in the heart of West Virginia, Cass offers a variety of tent camping options that immerse you in nature's beauty. From serene riverside spots to secluded forest retreats, there's something for every outdoor enthusiast.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Enjoy the convenience of picnic tables and fire pits at Seven Mile Campground, perfect for evening gatherings and meals.
  • Little River Dispersed Campsites provides a rustic experience with essential amenities like toilets and a sanitary dump station, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • At Day Run Campground, you'll find spacious sites equipped with lantern poles and fire rings for cooking, making it ideal for tent campers.

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