3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks surround Clarksburg, West Virginia, offering varied options for motorhome travelers. Grafton City Park & Campground, located just 15 miles southeast of Clarksburg, provides 37 year-round sites with full hookups including 30/50 amp electrical service and is designated as big-rig friendly. Curtisville Lake and Campground, situated northeast of Clarksburg, features both 30 and 50 amp service on level sites with picnic tables. Five River Campground in Parsons offers spacious full hookup RV sites with 50 amp service, on-site market, and accommodates larger rigs. "The sites were very level and there was plenty of room between sites. Water, sewer and electric all worked well," noted one RV camper who stayed at Five River Campground.
Navigation to some mountain RV parks requires careful planning due to narrow, winding roads that can challenge larger motorhomes. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger signals typically available at campgrounds closer to towns. Most RV campgrounds in the area are pet-friendly with designated walking areas. Sanitary dump stations are available at Elk River Camp and RV Park, Harris RV Park, and Five River Campground. Fall foliage season fills many parks quickly, making advance reservations essential during September and October. Some campgrounds close during winter months, while others like Grafton City Park and Whisper Mountain Campground RV Park remain open year-round with full hookup capabilities for cold-weather camping.
"Safe place to pull over for the night right of interstate"
from $35 - $65 / night
"Very well lit with very modern water and electric hook ups. All slips have a fire pit, bar-b-que grill and picnic tables. Pavilions have great lighting and dimmers for a softer light. "
from $20 - $35 / night
"Every site is a pull‑through, long enough for just about any rig and tow vehicle, with a simple grass‑and‑gravel setup that only needed minimal leveling."
"Small privately owned campground about 15 min off I-77. We stopped for an overnight on our way north. Right on the Ohio River. Tight spots, but pretty level. The owner, Max, is amazing."
from $25 / night
"Rustic, clean porta johns, private, primitive spots on river. Community fire rings on beach area. Firewood available. Relaxing"
"Non electric spot but huge with a nice fireplace and benches. No picnic table but great views of the river and the peaceful sounds of flowing water."
from $20 - $55 / night
"Very quiet and private. Beautiful views, fishing, and picnic areas are clean."
from $10 - $20 / night
from $10 - $150 / night
"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."
"Full hookup, accessible after office hours. Friendly staff."
from $10 - $20 / night
"This is a hidden gem right outside of town. We utilized one of the rv sites with 50 amp service and full hookups."
"Bathrooms and laundry are clean and well maintained. Our site was very level and there was plenty of room between sites. Water, sewer and electric all worked well. "
from $15 / night
TravelerBeautiful camping sites along the river! This is a small State Park, but packs a punch with some beautiful trails, and direct river access from almost half of the sites. Nice camp store and heated, full bath houses with showers. Note that sites are gravel….so if tenting bring a cot and/or some extra cushioning. Wi fi is available within close range of the camp store. I was at Site #8.
TravelerThis review is for the primitive boondockers like myself. It's a very established campground, full amenities, restaurant, gift shop, the works. I thought we would find a primitive campground with much more privacy based on the details and reviews of the grounds. The primitive camping spots are all in view of each other down a long stretch of dirt road. They're very clean and come with trash cans at each sight, which was nice. We were the only tent campers so it was enjoyable, but I don't know if I would have had the same experience if there were a lot of campers. I think that's a very important and left out detail about this location for the people who enjoy a more private environment. I'm still very happy with my stay, and the staff is absolutely WONDERFUL. They're all so kind and went out of their way to provide us with information when we had questions they didn't know the answer to, everyone who works there is a delight. 25$ a night felt a little much to sleep in our tent, but the showers, clean bathrooms, and care put into the property made it worth it. Waterfalls nearby as well. I'd stay again.
TravelerThis was a gem of a state park. It's small and older (which for me is a feature, not a bug), all entirely walkable with a central bathroom, camp store and playground at the heart of the campground. We had a site on the back of the campground that was larger than most (lots of small sites) and could fit our big tent set up. It rained like the dickens for a one of the days we were there and there was a drainage river running THROUGH our site that could have turned into a problem. Luckily the rain stopped in time and our site drained quickly. Despite all that, I loved our stay. It was VERY busy when we stayed, but I liked how it felt like a family retreat, where kids were safe to hop over to the playground to play with other kids, we could take walks right to the river for swimming or (after the rain) "viewing". If you can catch a dry weekend, this campground must be utter perfection. Would probably be dicey in sustained rain, especially if you're on the river itself.
GuideThe spots are spread out and the trees are beautiful. The people are so nice. The drive in is tight narrow lanes. We stayed one night at #49, pull through with water and electric, no sewer. We booked #43 but Becky moved us to 49 cuz it’s more level.
ScoutWe stayed 2 nights. People are very nice. Bathrooms and Laundry are clean.
Spaced spots surrounded by the forrest. Some trails directly from the camp.
RangerWe thoroughly enjoyed this camp spot right on the river. LOTS of different birds. And it was so quiet!
ScoutIt rained a lot (not the park's fault) so it was pretty muddy the whole time I was there. I switched from site 7 (next to the bathhouse) to site 8 midway through, and both were fine and relatively quiet. It was busy and the bathhouse was kind of gross, but I guess that comes with the territory.
ScoutVery quiet and private. Beautiful views, fishing, and picnic areas are clean.
TravelerWe picked this spot because we were trying to make some miles on our way South and it was conveniently close to the highway. Only about 5 minutes off the freeway exit, it was extremely peaceful and quiet. We went to the camping loop a little further up the road rather the more RV oriented area closer to the highway. There were 12 small pull-through spots, suitable for trailers or RVs up to about 30 ft. No facilities other than pit toilets and a single water spigot. First come first served reservations by scanning a QR code on the picnic table at your site. There was a campground host trailer there, but we never saw the host themselves. Only one other camper when we were there. We didn't have time to explore the area much, but it is a national recreation area with a lake and the elk River nearby. There was a sign for a trail leading right out from the campground, we walked it and it quickly disappeared into a network of Little Jeep roads that might have been fun to explore.
RV campsites near Clarksburg, West Virginia provide access to the Monongahela National Forest and surrounding mountainous terrain ranging from 1,000-4,000 feet elevation. Most camping facilities operate from April through October, with autumn temperatures averaging 45-65°F. Cellular coverage varies significantly between valleys and ridgelines, with stronger connections typically available at campgrounds within 5-10 miles of Interstate 79.
River activities: Five River Campground offers direct access to Shavers Fork River where campers can fish, tube, and paddle. A camper noted, "We walked up river to the end of the property and were able to tube down to the lower end of the property. We also spent a little time fishing."
Hiking trails: Smokey Bottom Campground serves as a convenient base for exploring nearby trails. "This campground was very close to hiking trails in the area and was close enough to Elkins to quickly run into town. The campground host was very friendly and recommend hikes in the area," shares a visitor.
Historic sites: Explore the Grafton National Cemetery and the International Mother's Day Shrine, both within 15 miles of most Clarksburg area campgrounds. These sites offer cultural experiences during breaks from outdoor activities.
Mountain biking: The rail trails connecting Clarksburg to surrounding communities offer moderate terrain suitable for recreational cyclists. Most trails follow former railroad corridors with gentle grades under 3%.
Riverside camping: Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground provides primitive waterfront sites with community amenities. "The river is beautiful, but you do have to go down a bit of an incline to get there. On the beach there are rafts, paddleboats, chairs, and across the river there is a ladder to climb up on the rocks," shares a camper.
Helpful owners: Many campgrounds near Clarksburg feature attentive management. At Five River Campground, "The owners are amazing! John always made time to stop by and ask us if we needed anything. He was awesome."
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds offer good separation between campsites. "We backed up to a large field (spot 3) and had a great view of the river! I didn't feel crowded at all!" reports a camper about their experience.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses and common areas at campgrounds throughout the region.
Weather considerations: The Clarksburg area experiences frequent afternoon thunderstorms during summer months. Come prepared with tarps and proper rain gear.
Limited winter options: DaLazyBear is one of the few partial hookup options operating outside peak season. A camper describes it as "Secluded with conveniences nearby," making it suitable for off-season stays.
Campground access: Some mountain campgrounds require navigating steep, narrow roads. Many sites are not suitable for larger RVs over 30 feet.
Reservation needs: Most motorhome and travel trailer sites near Clarksburg require advance booking, especially during summer weekends and fall foliage season.
Kid-friendly water spots: Several campgrounds offer shallow river access ideal for children. At Five River Campground, "The location is amazingly located right on the Shavers Fork river on a section that was shallow and calm enough for our small children to enjoy it."
Town amenities: Elk River Camp and RV Park provides proximity to essential services. "Mark, the owner & host, ask us to call & he'd meet us at local gas station so we could follow him to our site," mentions a family who appreciated the convenience.
Recreational facilities: Several campgrounds within 20 miles of Clarksburg feature playgrounds, sports fields and game rooms for children during inclement weather.
Educational opportunities: The Clarksburg area offers several museums and interpretive centers focusing on local history and ecology, providing educational experiences for school-age children.
Hookup quality: Harris RV Park offers essential RV services. A camper noted, "Tight spots, but pretty level. The owner, Max, is amazing. He met us with a welcome packet in a reusable bag. Full hookup alone is worth more than 25 bucks."
Site selection: When booking RV sites near Clarksburg, request spots away from the main entrance road for reduced traffic noise.
Leveling requirements: Many campsites in this mountainous region require leveling blocks. One camper reported, "The sites were very level and there was plenty of room between sites. Water, sewer and electric all worked well."
Campground amenities: RVers appreciate campgrounds with on-site stores for essential supplies. At Five River Campground, "The store onsite has just about anything you could need for your stay including firewood."
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