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I stayed at the non electric campsite area and it was nice. Very wooded and lots of trails to explore
Camping near Cassville, WV
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Camping options near Cassville, West Virginia range from established campgrounds to primitive sites along rivers and forests. Coopers Rock State Forest, located about 15 miles from Cassville, provides tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with electric hookups and picnic tables. Sand Springs Campground and Chestnut Ridge Park offer year-round camping with amenities for both tent and RV campers. The Monongahela region features several mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate various camping styles while providing access to hiking trails and water recreation.
Road conditions and seasonal availability significantly impact camping experiences in this area. Many campgrounds operate from April through October, though some like Sand Springs and Chestnut Ridge remain open year-round. "This campground is the highest in West Virginia," noted one visitor about a nearby state park, highlighting the elevation considerations that affect temperature and weather patterns. The Middle Fork River area experiences seasonal flooding that can affect riverside campsites, particularly during spring rains. Cell service remains limited throughout much of the region, with recent improvements at some parks. Campers should be prepared for varying levels of amenities, from primitive sites with vault toilets to developed campgrounds with showers, electric hookups, and sanitary dump stations.
Riverside camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the area. Several campgrounds offer sites directly adjacent to rivers and streams, providing both scenic views and recreational opportunities. One camper described their experience: "We stayed on a campsite right next to the river and could hear the rushing of water which was so wonderful." Wildlife viewing, including deer sightings, adds to the camping experience at many locations. While some campgrounds feature spacious, private sites separated by foliage, others have more open layouts where campsites are visible to neighbors. Visitors frequently mention the quality of hiking trails, particularly those with river views and rock formations. Weekend crowding can be an issue at popular locations, especially during summer months when water recreation draws additional visitors to the area.
Best Campgrounds near Cassville (103)
1. Coopers Rock State Forest- McCollum Campground
"This is the largest state forest in West Virginia, it has a total of 25 sites that vary in their privacy. Each site has electrical hookups, picnic tables, fire grates, and utility post."
"There is also a small laundry room with dishwashing sink behind the bathhouse. Both ice and firewood are sold onsite."
from $25 - $48 / night
Check Availability2. Morgantown / Mylan Park KOA Holiday
"Decent sized “parking spaces” Available on holiday weekend Good price ($40/night) Full hookups (bring your long sewer tube, I used 3 x15’ as it’s at the tail of the spot) Fields & Grassy area adjacent"
"We love it here most of the time it’s close to Morgantown so it’s perfect for university events. Really close to campus. They have full hookups & partial hookups."
3. Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
"The plan was to camp and hike throughout West Virginia, but when we visited Pathfinder outdoor retailer in Morgantown, WV the staff encouraged us to check out Ohiopyle, while we were so close."
"Very close to two Frank Lloyd Wright properties– Kentuck Knob and the more widely known Falling Waters."
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability4. Mason - Dixon Historical Park
"Kids enjoyed playing around the boat ramp. Clean restrooms."
5. Sand Springs Campground
"The outside roads of the park if you walk them all is roughly one mile and it feels like you’re hiking on a gravel path through the woods- well because you are."
"Nice campground next to Chestnut Ridge Park (great pond swimming & newt catch/release as well as summer folk music concerts on Sat when not COVID)."
from $46 - $55 / night
Check Availability6. Rhododendron Camping Area
"There is a bathhouse located closest to site 5 with trails from other sites to get there. The facilities are always clean- no shower available."
"It was walking distance to the beautiful overlook and a great price for what you get."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability7. Indian Meadows Campground
"The rate for a tent spot is 17 and there are spot for 50,30 amps RVs The owner is a nice guy There is a near gas station"
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from $35 - $65 / night
9. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park
"Close to Cheat Lake and restaurants in Morgantown."
"Close enough to Cheat Lake."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability10. Tygart Lake State Park Campground
"There was a bathroom close by with running water and showers. It was beautiful and very close to the lake."
"Trails to lakeside/shore where campers do swim although no swimming from shore is "not" allowed. Just be respectful and clean up after yourselves and usually no drama involved."
Drive Time
- 10 min from Morgantown, WV
- 1 hr from Pittsburgh, PA
- 1 hr 1 min from Wheeling, WV
- 1 hr 9 min from Weirton, WV
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Recent Reviews near Cassville, WV
543 Reviews of 103 Cassville Campgrounds
Tatiana I.GuideFarnum Park LLC
Great campground
Full hookup, accessible after office hours. Friendly staff.
- AAlly S.
ScoutYough Lake Campground at Tub Run
Awful place
I wish I could give this campground zero stars. Like the reviews below us stated, we were also verbally attacked by the little man on the golf cart. This campground should be embarrassed by the way it treats families. We were supposed to stay Thursday through Sunday with our best friends and our six children. Instead, we packed up and left Saturday after returning from our planned trip to Ohiopyle with our kids. What was supposed to be a fun, relaxing family camping weekend turned into an experience that left us shocked, disappointed, and completely disrespected. We are experienced campers and have spent years creating memories with our children at campgrounds. We are respectful guests, we follow rules, and we have never had an experience like this. Unfortunately, this campground chose poor communication, intimidation, and selective enforcement over basic customer service. During our stay, we had a truck briefly drive down to the swimming area to unload and later reload chairs, coolers, and supplies for our six children. There are no signs stating that vehicles are prohibited on the grass. In fact, there were multiple golf carts in the same area throughout the day, including staff members and seasonal campers, which led us to believe this was permitted. We understand vehicles are heavier than golf carts, but there were zero signage stating no cars allowed. To preface, there was zero damage done to the grass area due to our truck, we took photos prior to leaving the campground to protect ourselves since management is so emotionally unstable. Mind you: this is an army corp engineers campground, by Under federal law(36 CFR§ 327.2), motorized vehicles, including golf carts, UTVs, ATVs, and standard cars, must remain strictly on designated paved or gravel roads and parking lots. We found this rule after we got home and did our research. There were about 5 golf carts AND a gator in and out of the beach area through out the day. If someone had simply approached us and kindly explained that vehicles were not allowed there, we would have apologized. Instead, staff chose to sit back after someone complained, watch my children swim for hours, wait for us to clean up and bring the truck down to reload, then turn a simple misunderstanding into a confrontation. A staff member approached the truck in a golf cart, speeding up and hopping out(this is all on video) while my minor daughter was inside, reached into our vehicle and took our tag then proceeded to yell at us to pack our“shit” and prepare to leave. The way this was handled was completely unnecessary and unprofessional. Our children were present, witnessed this, and were left scared and confused over a situation that could have been resolved in less than a minute with a respectful conversation. We were also told there is a strict 5 mph speed limit and that radar is used because of a serious incident involving a child in the past, He was hit and life flighted. Yet seasonal campers continued driving golf carts around at unsafe speeds while drinking. Rules and safety expectations should apply equally to everyone, not only when management decides to enforce them against certain guests and not their buddies who pay for a seasonal spot. We went to the office in good faith to discuss what happened and believed the situation had been resolved. We stayed another night, only to be told the following morning that we were no longer welcome back. To permanently ban a family over a first time issue involving a rule that was never communicated is absolutely unacceptable. A well run campground understands that communication and respect go both ways. Instead, this campground made paying guests feel unwelcome and disposable. Management needs to take a serious look at how they handle conflicts because this was not customer service, it was an unnecessary escalation. We will never return to this campground, and after this experience, we strongly encourage other families to think twice before booking a stay here. Especially with young children.
Julie P.
TravelerBenner's Meadow Run RV Campground
great for families!
check in was easy. there’s lots to do for families kids- there’s ponds to fish, swimming pool, mini golf. golf cart rentals. playground. they also have events like family olympics and outdoor movies. site was also very nice and spacious
Kindra W.GuideCoopers Rock State Forest- McCollum Campground
5 stars! Large lots, beautiful scenery, and nice campers
Coopers Rock State Park is an absolute gem and easily deserves 5 stars. The RV lots are large and easy to navigate, making setup stress-free and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful, which made the whole stay even better. The new washrooms were clean, modern, and well maintained, and the scenery is breathtaking everywhere you look. It’s the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature, and take in the beautiful views.
- Dani P.Guide
Coopers Rock State Forest- McCollum Campground
Beautiful and lush campground
This place is gorgeous and very quiet. The shower house and bathrooms were well maintained, and even had a laundry room and large sink around the back for dishes. Laundry costs $2 in quarters per load, 4 quarters for the washer and 4 quarters for the dryer. They are quick as well, took maybe an hour and 15 minutes all together. Campsites are spaced apart so you're not directly on top of eachother, but you can still see most of the other campers. Lots of trails in the area. We had electrical hook up and a lantern pole, and the is a dump and water station on the way in/out. Highly recommend this site.
- MMark M.Guide
Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA
OK place to stay, work in progress
We've stayed here annually for 7 years. Getting into the RV sites is a steep climb, then you head down from the top of the hill to the RV sites.
The older portion has back in and pull through sites. They are medium to small in size, and due to their height and proximity to Interstates you hear trucks engine breaking. The newer section is lower (and quieter) and the sites are larger, but the gravel is not compacted so it sinks in when you drive, park or try to level your RV on it.
There were dog walking trails in the woods but they are so overgrown you need a machete to use them. The pool is nice and is clean. The camp store is not small but carries a very limited amount of supplies.
The staff are friendly. We've had RV issues and birds nesting under our slide room covers that they have helped us deal with.
- TTed D.Traveler
Coopers Rock State Forest- McCollum Campground
Cooper’s Rock Rocks
We are here a couple days . Staff and facilities are great. Lots of hiking trails of various types and lengths. June 9 and only 2 other RVs on our loop. The “new” loop has great single occupancy bath facilities.
N A.TravelerKentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
Fantastic wooded campground
We LOVED our visit to Kentuck campground and Ohiopyle. We went mid-week in early June and had very few neighbors Tuesday and Wednesday, with more rolling in toward the end of the week.
We stayed on Hickory Loop with our dog and saw quite a few other dogs while we were there. Not all sites are equal at this campground - ours was huge and lovely with adequate flattish area and a stream running along two sides of it. Others were quite small and not very level. I think we had one of the best sites on the loop, with great trees for hammocks and big rocks nearby, as well as good privacy from other sites.
The campground is very shaded and was regularly several degrees cooler than elsewhere in the park, which was great to home 'home' to. There's a lot of poison ivy in the area, so be watchful.
Firewood is available for purchase on entrance to the campground.
The bathhouse was relatively clean, with a large kitchen sink for washing dishes, three toilet stalls, and two shower stalls. We never had to wait for any of it.
Guide to Cassville
Primitive and established campgrounds surround Cassville, West Virginia at elevations ranging from 800 to 2,600 feet. The region's mixed hardwood forests provide natural boundaries between campsites at many locations. Weather conditions fluctuate significantly with temperature differences of 10-15 degrees between valley campgrounds and those at higher elevations.
What to do
Hiking near Cooper's Rock: Trails range from easy to challenging with many under 2 miles in length. Coopers Rock State Forest offers unique rock formations for climbing enthusiasts. "I have been going her for years and I always love to climb this area. The pitches arent too high (50ft) but great just to get out there an enjoy life!" reports Nick P.
Summer water activities: The Tygart Lake area features expanded boat launch facilities with ample parking. "The lake offers great relaxation and the trails around the lake offer pretty views. Only wish that there were more trails available because it's so beautiful in that area!!!" notes a visitor to Tygart Lake State Park Campground.
Winter camping options: Several campgrounds maintain year-round operations with heated facilities. Sand Springs Campground provides winter accessibility with full hookups and heated bathhouses. "The bathrooms were clean and heated to a comfortable level. Showers had great pressure as well," says Mike G. about his late October stay.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Dawn and dusk offer prime wildlife watching at most campgrounds. The wooded settings provide natural habitat for numerous species. "My dog is mostly weenie dog, and his little legs made it everywhere. Also had 12yr old son with me and he had a great time. Didn't miss his PS4 at all," shares Lindsay W. about her family's outdoor experience.
Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds feature natural barriers between sites. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground receives positive reviews for site layout. "The spaces are big enough that you are not on top of your neighbors, which is nice," reports Dana G.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses at several campgrounds receive consistent praise. Rhododendron Camping Area maintains well-kept facilities despite their rustic nature. "The facilities are always clean- no shower available. The campground is in walking distance to the overlook and most of the trails. Absolutely lovely here!" writes Sienna L.
What you should know
Cell service varies widely: Coverage depends on carrier and specific location within campgrounds. Kentuck Campground at Ohiopyle State Park offers mixed connectivity. "Our Sprint hotspot didn't work well (unboosted), but our Verizon did," reports one camper who visited in November.
Seasonal road closures: Access routes may change due to maintenance projects. Detours are common during spring and fall months. Checking directly with campgrounds before arrival prevents navigation issues.
Campground amenities fluctuate: Water access at campsites isn't universal. "Electricity at sites but no water or sewer. A new section will be opening later this season that will have elec and water," notes William B. about Cooper's Rock State Forest.
Winter camping considerations: Temperatures drop significantly at higher elevations. Heated bathroom facilities aren't available at all locations. Primitive sites typically lack winter water access.
Tips for camping with families
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds maintain child-friendly recreation areas. Sand Springs Campground features play areas for younger visitors. "There is an awesome kids playground towards the office, with a pool that is currently closed," notes Laura H.
Educational opportunities: Many parks offer ranger-led programs during summer months. Cultural and historical sites provide learning experiences for children of all ages.
Site selection matters: Request sites close to bathrooms for families with small children. "We stayed at site #10 and can't wait to return. There is a small campground just by the entrance that has a small store and electric sites with RV hookups. Site 10 was at the campground at the top of the hill, sparsely populated, and had beautiful views beyond the trees," advises Danielle S.
Tips from RVers
Utility hookup planning: Water access points require preparation at some campgrounds. "Electricity at sites but no water or sewer. A new section will be opening later this season that will have elec and water," explains William B. about Cooper's Rock.
Navigation challenges: Some access roads present difficulties for larger rigs. Mylan Park offers alternative routes for bigger vehicles. "Our Rv gps took us in exit 152. We have a 5th wheel that's 46' long and this way in was not the best. I'd recommend exit 155," suggests Sean N.
Site leveling preparation: Gravel sites may require additional equipment. "The only reason why I gave 4 stars is it was challenging to level because the big gravel rocks on the site," shares Karen about Sand Springs Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Cassville, WV?
Which is the most popular campground near Cassville, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cassville, WV is Coopers Rock State Forest- McCollum Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 35 reviews.
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