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Best Campgrounds near Clarksburg, WV

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Camping options around Clarksburg, West Virginia include several state parks and established campgrounds within driving distance of the city. Tygart Lake State Park Campground offers a range of accommodations including tent sites, RV spots with electric hookups, and cabin rentals, situated about 15 miles south of Clarksburg near Grafton. Family Fishing N' Camping provides a more specialized experience north of the city with both RV and cabin options, though recent reviews indicate tent camping is no longer available. The area features a mix of lake-oriented camping destinations and forest settings, with most established campgrounds operating seasonally from April through October.

Most campgrounds in the region have limited operating seasons, typically closing for winter between October and April. Road access varies between locations with some sites requiring careful navigation. "The non-hook up camp sites are VERY close together. We got in late and struggled finding site 25 that we reserved," noted one visitor about Tygart Lake State Park. Campground amenities typically include drinking water, toilets, and trash collection, with electric hookups available at select sites. Some locations like Audra State Park, about 25 miles south of Clarksburg, also offer showers and firewood sales. Weather conditions can change rapidly in this mountainous region, particularly during spring and fall, making advance planning essential.

State park campgrounds attract consistent visitor traffic during the peak summer season. Tygart Lake State Park receives favorable reviews for its lake access and hiking opportunities, with several visitors highlighting the clean facilities and friendly staff. The park features trails connecting camping areas to the lakeshore. According to reviews from The Dyrt, "The lake offers great relaxation and the trails around the lake offer pretty views." Campers frequently mention wildlife encounters, particularly deer and raccoons. The proximity to water activities represents a major draw for many campgrounds in the region, with fishing, boating, and swimming available at several locations. Less developed camping areas provide more seclusion but offer fewer amenities. Walmart in Clarksburg also allows overnight parking for those needing a quick stopover, though permission should be confirmed with management.

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Best Camping Sites Near Clarksburg, West Virginia (99)

    1. Tygart Lake State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Grafton, WV
    16 miles
    Website

    "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."

    2. Audra State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Volga, WV
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 457-1162

    "Audra State Park, is a bit off the beaten path but well worth the journey. Tucked away, just outside of Buckhannon, WV...home of West Virginia Wesleyan College."

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    Trails undulate with the terrain. The short trail within the campground area is steep in areas but offers some nice views."

    3. Family Fishing N' Camping

    3 Reviews
    Grafton, WV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 265-1000

    $10 - $150 / night

    4. Camp Ara

    2 Reviews
    Grafton, WV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (757) 652-4777

    $20 - $150 / night

    "Beautiful lake for canoeing and fishing and the hiking and mountain bike trails are amazing! Cant wait to go back!"

    5. Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Walkersville, WV
    26 miles
    Website

    "Stonewall Resort State Park is now the official name of this mountain retreat located around the edges of Stonewall Jackson Lake. "

    "However, secreted away on the bank of Stonewall Jackson Lake, in Briar Point Campground there are five token tent sites."

    6. Farnum Park LLC

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    Clarksburg, WV
    2 miles
    +1 (304) 476-6292

    7. Coopers Rock State Forest

    32 Reviews
    Dellslow, WV
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 594-1561

    $25 - $35 / night

    "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."

    8. Broken Wheel Campground

    3 Reviews
    Weston, WV
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 269-6097

    "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."

    9. Five River Campground

    27 Reviews
    Parsons, WV
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 478-3515

    $15 / night

    "This is a hidden gem right outside of town. We utilized one of the rv sites with 50 amp service and full hookups."

    "It sets at the end of a side street (Walnut St) at the edge of town (Parsons). A small, quaint mountain town."

    10. Blackwater Falls State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Davis, WV
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 259-5216

    $50 / night

    "Blackwater State Park, Davis, WV https://wvstateparks.com/park/blackwater-falls-state-park/

    Camping anywhere in West Virginia is a highlight, but this area offers hiking views aplenty."

    "This was our first stay in a state park campground in West Virginia and it was a great stay. Arrived during a steady downpour and rented a cabin for the first night but camped the second night."

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  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Audra State Park Campground

    Quiet

    A beautiful park located on a river very quiet. Campsites are small only electric is available bathhouse clean. The roads are very narrow with sharp turns.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

    Great dispersed sites!

    We only drove down to the second site, but it was awesome! Big site, good fire ring, paths the walk right from the site. The moss was like walking on carpet

  • Alia
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Kick Back n Camp

    Last Minute Getaway

    My husband and I went on a spontaneous camping road trip. We called the campground, and they had availability for walk-ins! Usually, you’d have to book in advance. The campsite was a semi-private spot, and it cost less than $30 a night, without electricity. They also have sites with electricity. We were fortunate enough to have no campers around us, making it quite private.

    The campground had a picnic table, a fire pit, and they even delivered our firewood directly to our site. They had separate sites for RVs and tent camping, so we could choose the one that best suited our needs. The owners were incredibly friendly and outgoing, making our stay even more enjoyable.

    If you forget anything, the campground office had everything you needed for purchase. They also had a well-organized brochure that showcased the campground’s amenities and offerings. And let’s not forget their delicious ice cream! They had a variety of flavors, and I highly recommend trying them all.

    One of the standout features of the campground was the bathhouse. It was spotlessly clean and felt like a spa. The showers were comfortable and had hot water, making it our highlight

    Overall, we had a fantastic time at the campground. It was a great place to unwind and connect with nature. If you’re looking for a peaceful and affordable camping experience, I highly recommend this campground.

  • Aileen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Blackwater Falls State Park Campground

    Clean Campground in a Beautiful Park

    This is one of our favorite places. The park is beautiful, and so are the nearby Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge and Canaan Valley State Park.

    The campground is better suited to tents and small to medium size camping units. I think the person who designed it was not familiar with camping units other than tents. Loop 1-30 is one way going clockwise. Loop 31-65 is one way going counterclockwise. But in both loops, to have your door facing away from the street, you have to drive counterclockwise if your site is on the outside of the loop, and clockwise if your site is inside the loop.  In some sites, the electric pedestal is on the wrong side, so you'll have to use a long cord and take it under your unit to reach your electric hookup.

    There are two water fill stations, one at the camp store where you check in, and the other at a water fountain near the bathhouse in loop 31-65. They are supplied supplied with a green garden hose, not a white potable water hose, so we unscrewed the hose and used our own. The water tastes unusually good.

    The dump station is in a section of loop 31-65. You have to go the wrong way on a one way road to be close enough for your slinky to reach it. The non potable rinse water is across this road from the dump station and it has a white hose--beware--this is not the drinking water! You stretch this hose across the road to rinse your gray and black tanks and slinky.

    Some of the sites are not very level, and many of the pull thru sites share some driveway space with another pull thru site or a back in site. There are two pairs of sites that share a pull thru--OK for people traveling together, but otherwise a headache if you're arriving and leaving at different times.

    Once you have dealt with all this inconvenience and oddness, you'll find you're within walking distance of the falls, a small lake, hiking trails that go through beautiful forests with rhododendrons, hemlocks, spruce, and hardwoods. The camp store is limited, but the staff is very friendly and helpful. The nature center is one of the best I've ever visited, and park naturalists provide programs on weekends. There are kayak rentals in summer. The lake has a swimming beach, but you can pay to use the swimming pool at the lodge for better swimming. The lodge also has a huge lobby with a cabinet containing jigsaw puzzles. We worked on one on a rainy day when we didn't want to be outside. Davis and Thomas have some interesting shops and good restaurants.When you get back after a day of adventures, you'll find clean restrooms with hot showers that are actually hot. And the T-Mobile service was good enough for my husband to stream a movie while I sent photos to my family. The park was very busy for Labor Day weekend, but it was a family atmosphere and after dark, there were few lights and little noise.

  • scott K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Gladwin Dispersed Camping

    Go a little further

    Decided to try it even though other review said private property- and seems they were correct but incorrect. Initially you do come to private land with several campsites and campers present. But if you go down the dirt road a little to the low water bridge you will find a wonderful site on the right with several fire pits. Or another 100 yards after bridge was another nice site on the left

  • 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?

  • Sophia Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Gladwin Dispersed Camping

    Spot is on Private Property

    Spot is amazing, but we got told to leave due to it actually being private property, not part of the national forest camping.
    There is a private property line next to the entrance, so we thought we were in the clear being away from it, but locals, although incredibly friendly, kindly asked us to leave.

  • Gene H.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Alpine Shores Campground

    Great Music on holiday weekends!

    This is a clean, beautiful location ran by wonderful, kind folks.  My band, The Fridley Boys plays there on the 4th and Labor Day weekends.  The crowd and atmosphere is always amazing.  It is definitely our favorite venue!!!  Crowd and band are out of the weather.  Love this place!

Guide to Clarksburg

Camping near Clarksburg, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Blackwater Falls State Park Campground. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking trails, with one reviewer noting, "The Black Water Falls were also within walking distance and beautiful to see."
  • Rafting: If you're up for some excitement, head to Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park for rafting adventures. A visitor shared, "Stayed here one weekend and rafted down the Ohio Pyle river. Very convenient to the river and town."
  • Fishing: Spend a relaxing day fishing at Tygart Lake State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The lake was beautiful and the lodge was certainly a sight to see."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. At Audra State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "The bathrooms were spotless with tiled floors and walls. The shower was one of the best I’ve experienced with plenty of hot water."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A visitor at Seneca Shadows noted, "The tent section is a giant meadow with picnic tables and tent pads arranged around the edges. There is also a picnic shelter here."
  • Friendly staff: Campground hosts often receive praise for their helpfulness. At Five River Campground, one camper remarked, "The owners are amazing and so helpful. They go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful time."

What you should know:

  • No alcohol allowed: Some campgrounds, like Blackwater Falls State Park Campground, have strict rules against alcohol. A reviewer mentioned, "NO alcohol allowed."
  • Limited amenities: Campgrounds like Red Creek Campground are more primitive, with no electric hookups or showers. One camper noted, "This campsite is very basic with the only facilities being vault toilets and bins for your trash."
  • Crowded weekends: Many campgrounds can get busy on weekends. A visitor at Swallow Falls State Park Campground shared, "Great hikes to the falls. Went trout fishing all day. Gets crowded on the weekends."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places like Audra State Park Campground, which offers playgrounds and flush toilets. A family reviewer said, "The campground also offers playground, flush toilets, and hot showers."
  • Plan activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. One camper at Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park mentioned, "There is a lot of hiking nearby."
  • Pack snacks: Keep the kids happy with plenty of snacks. A visitor at Five River Campground said, "The campgrounds are neat, clean and well maintained."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Some sites can be tricky for larger RVs. A reviewer at Coopers Rock State Forest warned, "Beware Site 25! Very hard to get into!"
  • Look for full hookups: Campgrounds like Five River Campground offer full hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable. One camper said, "Full hook up sites were amazing."
  • Plan for limited services: Be prepared for some campgrounds without electric or water hookups. A visitor at Seneca Shadows noted, "No water hookups but we had electric in Loop C, which was expected."

Camping around Clarksburg, West Virginia, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there RV parks available in Clarksburg, WV?

Yes, the Clarksburg area has several RV-friendly options. Broken Wheel Campground near Weston accommodates RVs with drive-in access, reservable sites, water hookups, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. Coopers Rock State Forest offers electrical hookups at all 25 sites along with picnic tables and fire grates. While some sites in the middle of the loop lack privacy, the outer sites provide more seclusion. The campground can accommodate larger RVs at select sites and features a bathhouse with modern facilities. Other options within reasonable driving distance include Cokeley Campground at North Bend State Park and Family Fishing N' Camping, both offering various amenities for RV campers.

What are the best campgrounds near Clarksburg, WV?

Within driving distance of Clarksburg, you'll find several excellent camping options. Audra State Park Campground is a hidden gem tucked away near Buckhannon, offering a serene retreat with beautiful natural surroundings. It's well worth the journey for those seeking tranquility. Another top choice is Horseshoe Recreation Area, known for its quiet, remote setting and excellent facilities including nice bathrooms and plenty of water access. The area is perfect for family activities like hiking, tubing, swimming, and fishing. For those willing to drive a bit further, North Bend State Park and Coopers Rock State Forest also offer exceptional camping experiences with well-maintained facilities and scenic views.

Can I rent a camper in Clarksburg instead of bringing my own?

While Clarksburg itself has limited camper rental options, there are alternatives in the region. Blackwater Falls State Park Campground offers cabin rentals as an alternative to traditional camping, providing comfort during inclement weather. Their rates are reasonable, and they provide a great base for exploring the park's numerous hiking trails and natural attractions. North Bend State Park also offers accommodation options beyond traditional camping. For actual RV rentals, check with local RV dealers in larger nearby cities like Morgantown or look for peer-to-peer RV rental services online (like RVshare or Outdoorsy) where private owners rent their campers and often offer delivery to your chosen campground.

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