Best Campgrounds near Dellslow, WV

Campgrounds near Dellslow, West Virginia span across state forests, parks, and recreation areas, with Coopers Rock State Forest and Chestnut Ridge Park offering developed options within a short drive. The area features a mix of tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals across multiple public lands. Sand Springs Campground provides year-round access with full hookups, while Mylan Park offers more basic amenities for both tent and RV campers. Most developed campgrounds include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to vault or flush toilets.

Weather and seasonal conditions significantly affect camping experiences in this region. "The sites in the middle of the loop lack privacy that the outer loop sites have," noted one camper about Coopers Rock State Forest. Many campgrounds operate from April through October, with limited winter availability except at year-round facilities like Sand Springs and Chestnut Ridge. Several locations in higher elevations experience significant temperature drops overnight, even in summer months. Roads within state forests may require careful navigation, particularly after rainfall when some areas become difficult to access. Cell service is typically limited in the more remote camping areas, though coverage improves near Morgantown.

Riverside camping represents a popular option throughout the region, with sites along the Middle Fork River and Cheat River receiving high ratings from visitors. The Monongahela National Forest provides more remote camping experiences with fewer amenities but greater privacy. One visitor remarked, "We camped in the non-electric loops and usually along the far wood line. There are 65 sites in all, less than half offer electric." Local campgrounds vary significantly in site spacing and privacy, with some offering secluded, wooded spots while others feature more open layouts with less separation between neighbors. Most developed campgrounds near Dellslow provide access to hiking trails, with many connecting to scenic overlooks and river access points. Water activities including fishing, swimming, and paddling are common during warmer months, particularly at Tygart Lake State Park and Coopers Rock.

Best Camping Sites Near Dellslow, West Virginia (123)

    1. Coopers Rock State Forest

    32 Reviews
    Dellslow, WV
    6 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."

    2. Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    80 Reviews
    Ohiopyle, PA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-8591

    $24 - $72 / night

    "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."

    3. Sand Springs Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bruceton Mills, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 282-2128

    $46 - $55 / night

    "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)."

    4. Mylan Park

    5 Reviews
    Cassville, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 983-2383

    "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."

    5. Rhododendron Camping Area

    3 Reviews
    Dellslow, WV
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 594-1561

    $25 - $35 / night

    "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."

    6. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park

    4 Reviews
    Bruceton Mills, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 594-1773

    $20 - $90 / night

    "Close to Cheat Lake and restaurants in Morgantown."

    "Close enough to Cheat Lake."

    7. Chestnut Ridge Regional Park

    3 Reviews
    Bruceton Mills, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 594-3111

    "There are many tent sites at this location, as well as RV lodging.  There is a pond you can swim and or fish at.  There are both, modern and rustic cabins to rent. "

    "There is a nice green space for running around. They have a small camp store and it's great for scout troups."

    8. Tygart Lake State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Grafton, WV
    22 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."

    9. CAMP73ROCKST☆R

    1 Review
    Morgantown, WV
    7 miles

    $35 - $65 / night

    10. Swallow Falls State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Oakland, MD
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 387-6938

    $22 - $33 / night

    "Camp ground was just a few minute drive away from the entrance to the trail. Trails were easy enough for kids.

    Camp site itself was nice and clean but felt a little too close to each other."

    "Thirdly, the campground was so close to the nature that we wanted to see. We went to see the falls and they were within walking distance from our campsite. Overall, it was an awesome place to camp."

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Recent Reviews near Dellslow, WV

674 Reviews of 123 Dellslow Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Okay campground

    Okay campground. We met nice people staying there. However, the sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites. Large open grassy area. The camp host saw me walking my pups, and as I walked toward the trash can(near the bathroom) to throw away a pooped that I had picked up, she yelled across the green area from her site“no dogs in the bathrooms!” Kinda rude, but later she was friendly. Some okay hiking trails off the campground in a meadow.

  • 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.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Whispering Pines Family Campground

    Lake Wateree

    Lovely GEM in the heart of Carolina. Nestled in a quiet area full of smiling faces. And the staff were extremely accommodating.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Whispering Pines Family Campground

    Nee Meadow Creek campground

    Beautifully set in midst of a 360* view of mountains. Site are nicely spaced and are blessed with constant gentle breeze. Lovely wild flowers surrounded during my brief visit.

    However I was deceived seeing post and electrical hookup. Pretty sure none of them function.

  • 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

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake

    Great Tenting, Little Busy

    8/14/2025

    USACE-managed campground with hosts who are on-site all season. Nice sites (easy staking) with picnic tables and fire pits, plus a camp store for firewood and other supplies (got there too late to check it out though). A little crowded with what seemed like folks who stay there for a hefty chunk of the season, and the sites are pretty close together, but there weren't any issues with rowdy folks - it seems like the hosts keep things in order/enforce quiet hours if necessary. 

    Drinking water right next to the site (37) as well as a trail to a restroom - I think there's a shower on the other loop/section. 

    $22 for a basic (non-electric) tent site.

  • 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 Dellslow

Camping sites near Dellslow, West Virginia range from 1,300 to 2,600 feet in elevation throughout the Monongahela region, creating significant temperature variations between locations. The local terrain features numerous creek and river access points that often become difficult to navigate after heavy rainfall. Most campgrounds in this region experience temperature drops of 15-20 degrees at night compared to daytime highs, even during summer months.

What to do

Hiking at Coopers Rock State Forest: Trails range from family-friendly paths to more challenging routes, with multiple access points from camping areas. "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!" notes Nick P. about the Coopers Rock State Forest climbing opportunities.

Swimming at Chestnut Ridge Park: The sandy beach area provides calm water access with designated swimming zones. A visitor notes, "This sites seem spaced out well and there is a sandy beach where kids are often found collecting newts and fishing. There is a nice green space for running around." Chestnut Ridge Regional Park maintains this swimming area from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Kayaking at Tygart Lake: The ten-mile lake offers multiple boat launch points with expanded parking areas for vehicles with trailers. "We took our kayaks along but opted to drive to the boat launch instead of carrying our kayaks down the trail. It is an option though," explains Dusty R. about accessing the water at Tygart Lake State Park Campground.

What campers like

Private campsites: Many camping areas feature natural barriers between sites. "The sites are spread out. 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 site spacing at Coopers Rock State Forest.

Bathroom facilities: Several campgrounds have recently upgraded their facilities. Josh W. reports about Sand Springs Campground: "New bath house is excellent. Old ones… meh.. they are old. Will return." Visitors consistently mention the cleanliness of facilities as a factor in their return visits.

Trail access from campsites: Many campgrounds feature direct trail connections to water features and overlooks. Sienna L. notes about Rhododendron Camping Area, "The campground is in walking distance to the overlook and most of the trails. Absolutely lovely here!" This proximity to trails eliminates the need for driving to trailheads.

What you should know

Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly across campgrounds. "We did have cell service with Consumer Cellular (AT&T Towers) and were able to work while we camped," notes Kevin H. about Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park, though most areas have spotty coverage at best.

Wildlife encounters: Raccoons actively visit campsites, particularly after dark. Take proper food storage precautions, as one visitor warns: "Raccoons tore open our cooler, ate some of our food, and scattered the rest of our food and water in the woods."

Variable site conditions: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. "The sites in several areas lack level spots for large tents," notes one camper. Emily M. recommends at Rhododendron Camping Area: "The camp bathroom light didn't work while we were visiting so it got a littttttle creepy after sunset."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "My kids love the swings and playground also," mentions Dale O. about Swallow Falls State Park Campground, which maintains equipment suitable for various age groups.

Kid-friendly trails: Look for shorter loop trails with interesting features. Lindsay W. shares about Coopers Rock: "Many hiking trails of all sizes and kept clear. 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."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Morning and evening offer the best wildlife spotting times. "Wake up early and watch the sunrise at the overlook I'm telling ya!" suggests Emily M. about Rhododendron Camping Area, which provides viewing platforms overlooking valley areas.

Tips from RVers

Site selection guidance: Choose sites carefully based on your rig size. Molly F. advises about Mylan Park: "Easy to get to, 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)."

Water pressure considerations: Pressure varies significantly between campgrounds. Dana G. warns: "The water pressure here is very weak, but there is a shower house that is kept fairly clean for you to use." Consider filling your freshwater tank before arrival.

Electric hookup options: Amperage availability differs across sites. "We had empty space on either side of us. New section is spaced out with a berm of earth in between alot of the sites. 50amp - No issues," reports Josh W., noting the newly developed camping section at Coopers Rock provides more reliable power connections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Dellslow, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, Dellslow, WV offers a wide range of camping options, with 123 campgrounds and RV parks near Dellslow, WV and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Dellslow, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dellslow, WV is Coopers Rock State Forest with a 4.4-star rating from 32 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dellslow, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Dellslow, WV.

What parks are near Dellslow, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Dellslow, WV that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Jennings Randolph Lake.