2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Camping near White Sulphur Springs spans wooded electric sites and furnished cabins to primitive tent camping along the Greenbrier River, with options spread throughout the Appalachian Mountains. The Greenbrier State Forest provides wooded electric sites with substantial privacy, while Monongahela National Forest's Blue Bend Campground offers more primitive accommodations along the Greenbrier River. Cabin options exist at several locations, including CB Ranch and Greenbrier State Forest, where furnished cabins provide alternatives to traditional tent or RV camping. Most campgrounds in this region are situated within forested settings, providing natural shade and scenic mountain views.
Camping seasons typically run from April through October, with most facilities closing during winter months. "The State Park is as close to the interstate as you can get without hearing a single truck - just about 10 minutes," noted one visitor about Greenbrier State Forest. Road access varies across the region, with some campgrounds like Blue Bend requiring travel on winding country roads. Cell service is limited or nonexistent at many locations, particularly at Blue Bend Campground where visitors appreciate the opportunity to disconnect. Several campgrounds offer electric hookups but lack water or sewer connections at individual sites, with central water spigots being common. The terrain consists primarily of wooded, mountainous settings with moderate elevation changes.
The Greenbrier River features prominently in camping experiences throughout the region, with several campgrounds providing river access for swimming, fishing, and paddling. River-adjacent sites at Greenbrier River Campground allow for water activities, though some reviews mention road and railway noise affecting the camping experience. Hiking trails connect many of the campgrounds to natural features, with Greenbrier State Forest offering extensive trail networks. The primitive campsite at Mile Post 9.5 on the Greenbrier River Trail provides Adirondack-style shelters with amenities such as raised tent pads and pit latrines. A visitor described Blue Bend Campground as "beautifully tucked in the mountains. No cellphone service, 21 rustic sites, but full of adventure." Many campers highlight the swimming holes along the Greenbrier River as a major attraction during summer months.
"The bathrooms are centrally located. There are only two showers, so we had to wait a couple times to get a shower, but it wasn't a big deal."
"Greenbrier West Virginia State Forest campground - very nice, but limited amenities. Electric-only hookups, and no dump station on site. Water is available a short distance from the campsites."
from $45 / night
"It is beautifully tucked in the mountains. No cellphone service, 21 rustic sites (no water/electric), but full of adventure. The bath/shower house is always well kept."
"Great area, close to amenities if needed. Quite. Can swim and fish"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $16 - $50 / night
"There were no walking paths or bike paths in the campground which was my only issue. Some people didn't like the trains that passed by periodically, but I like trains so no complaints here."
"It was my home away from home during the summer for Years. I knew the original owner/creator of this campground. I visit here and it brings back so many memories."
from $7 - $45 / night
"I stayed on campground 1 on a lake side site with access to the lake, the views from my tent were breathtaking! The campground is clean, it has shower and flushable toilets."
"The Lake is wonderful. There are 3-4 actual campgrounds. One is more for large groups like boy/girl scout troops. Easy access to the lake from marina or each campground."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $16 - $85 / night
"Traveling West Virginia's Greenbrier River Trail from it's Northern Terminus at Cass Railroad, Stumptown to it's Southern Terminus in North Caldwell has created a thirst that can only be slaked by multiple"
"Moncove Lake is a State Park in West Virginia right over the Virginia border and about 40 mins from Lewisburg in Gap Mills, WV. "
"Great family friendly camper and tent sites overlooking Moncove Lake. Electric hookups and water spickets available. Fishing and swimming and hiking trails."
from $40 / night
from $30 - $60 / night
"This is a great camp located near lake Moomaw! Right off the road with easy access to the sites. First come first serve but this particular camp has a lot of sites!"
"The campground is located close to two boat landings. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $18 - $65 / night
"General: There are four campgrounds in Douthat State Park - White Oak, Whispering Pines, Lakeside, and Beaver Dam (equestrian), each in a separate location. This review is for White Oak."
"Three of them (i.e. not Whispering Pines) are located near the lake. Each one had a campground host (volunteer) and wood for sale."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $37 / night
ScoutI have known tbe owners for 30 years, great folks ,honest caring. We stayed from April 2026 through August 2026 while building our new place. Never any issues .Peaceful quiet setting, we made reservations, although we were a couple days the owners were glad to accommodate. We highly recommend staying here to anyone from tent to toy hauler they can cover your needs.
TravelerMy first ever love's stop. Very clean and nice people. Great reception and I don't think it was too noisy for sleep. I don't recommend the dunkin, couldn't make my sandwich right.
ScoutShady Rest RV Park — one night, Nov 7–8, 2026
We stayed one night in our 31.5-ft Class C and left early the next morning because we didn't feel safe — and we couldn't sleep.
Getting in was the first warning. The road in narrows to one lane for a long stretch, and it's muddy — I nearly got stuck, and the rig coming the other way nearly went over the drop-off. There's no office and no signs telling you where to check in. I called first and got voicemail; I emailed and it bounced. (The website even says the GPS coordinates are wrong, though our RV-safe navigation brought us right in.)
A kind older woman came out of the trailer at the top of the hill, calling for 'John.' John is the property manager — he's in the blue trailer at the front of the row, landscaping equipment by the porch. The woman is the owner; her husband recently passed away, and he was the one who ran everything. That's clearly why nothing gets answered. I feel for her — truly. But the place is in chaos.
The owner and John argue constantly, in public, and it turned physical more than once while we were there. She told us John would take care of us, then whispered that she's his foster mother and that he has an intellectual disability. She couldn't tell us the rates. Later John knocked on our door with a handwritten note: $50/night, $175/week. We considered the week — we didn't take it, and I'm glad.
This isn't an RV park anymore; it's a run-down trailer park with long-term residents, only about half the trailers occupied. Sites aren't marked — a man just waved us to a spot, and we had to move because it was 50-amp and we need 30-amp. The gravel sites are unlevel and ungroomed. The electric will make you glad you have a surge protector. The water is cold, the sewer is just a hole in the ground, and the 'bathrooms' are glorified outhouses. There's a horde of cats and kittens across the road, and the whole park is their litter box — our dog found every spot. Three trailers I walked past were empty and falling apart. The one next to us had been sitting so long the grass had grown over its sewer hose.
We left at 9 AM after spending half an hour looking for someone to pay. When we finally found John and handed him the $50, the owner stormed out of her trailer demanding to know if we'd paid him, how much, and why — she's the owner, after all. Then she tackled him to get the $50 from him. It was awful to watch.
I have nothing against mom-and-pop campgrounds. But this place is disorganized, unkempt, and — with the constant public fighting — we did not feel safe there, not leaving our dog, and not leaving our whole life in the rig while we went to see the New River Gorge. (Yes, it pained me to skip the Gorge.) The whole time, I swear I could hear the Deliverance banjo.
I don't recommend it. The value just isn't there at $50 a night. It's an old park in a great location that is way past its heyday — and until someone is actually running it, it's not a resting place for RVers.
GuideVery nice camping and mill near by
TravelerVery clean, both showers and parking lot. Actually watched the crew pressure washing around the gas pumps. Close to highway but sheltered from the noise.
TravelerShowers themselves are nice but don't have privacy room to dry and get dressed. Spots are fairly close together. $50 for one night seemed kinda high. There is highway noise. You do get a discount on your cave tour.
ScoutWe stayed in Site number 24 which is full hook ups, however, just about all of the sites number is one through 32 are less than desirable either very little room outside your camper or the back in sites are steep hard to level your camper and very little room to set a set of chairs out I would not camp in this area of the campground again.
ScoutNice quiet campground, showers needed to be cleaned but were not bad. Communication was not good with park people.
ScoutGreat campground, very nice, clean bath house. Park is easy to find
Camping sites near White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia sit within the Allegheny Mountains at elevations between 1,800 and 3,000 feet. The region experiences moderate temperatures with summer highs typically in the mid-80s and cool evenings dropping into the 60s. Many campgrounds in the area close seasonally from November through March due to harsh winter conditions and difficult road access.
Swimming in mountain waters: Lake Moomaw at Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers designated swimming areas with sandy beaches. "The campsite was spacious and shaded, they do offer doubles for larger groups. The bathrooms are flush toilets and have a shower. We like going during the week in the summer, it can get busy on the lake on weekends," notes Nicole R.
Biking on forest roads: Roads through Greenbrier State Forest provide gentle routes suitable for road cycling. Douthat State Park offers more challenging mountain biking terrain approximately 45 minutes from White Sulphur Springs. "We did a decent amount of biking here, the main road is nice for road biking, we rode out about 15 miles and back, saw a black bear. Beautiful country roads. And the trails are great for mountain biking. Bring your legs, lots of climbing!" shares Robyn S.
Fishing for trout: Greenbrier River and its tributaries contain stocked rainbow trout from April through October. Moncove Lake State Park provides lake fishing with daily permits costing $8. "Moncove Lake is a State Park in West Virginia right over the Virginia border and about 40 mins from Lewisburg in Gap Mills, WV. This park is off the beaten path, so be prepared to drive a ways on country roads to get there," advises Katie M.
Complete disconnection: Blue Bend Campground attracts visitors seeking a technology break. "Love the serenity of this small campground. Also cell phones don't work here, so if you are looking for quiet time, a beautiful stream and fresh air check out this campground," shares Missy C.
River-based activities: Visitors appreciate direct river access for tubing, swimming and fishing at Greenbrier River Campground. "We loved this park. Had so much fun there. Rented tubes and floated down the river. The staff was great and the grounds well kept. We will be putting this place on our list of parks to stop at every year," explains Anthony D.
Wooded privacy: Campers value the separation between sites and natural screening at many area campgrounds. "This is a pretty simple, straightforward campground in Greenbrier State Forest. Semi-private campsites with water and electric. They are very large sites and have lots of trees. The bathrooms are centrally located," describes Katie M.
Road conditions: Access to Morris Hill Campground and other facilities requires navigation on winding mountain roads. "Bigger towns with Big Box stores about 30-45 minutes out, Hilly roads in and out of here but nothing the mini-van couldn't handle! Spots for RV's, Tents, And Vans are all accessible here," explains John R.
Limited facilities: Many campgrounds offer only basic amenities with restricted or no cell service. Showers may be limited or non-existent depending on location. "Most sites have electric hookups but no water or sewer. There wasn't a dump station but the bathhouse was very well maintained and had great shower," notes Jeremiah S.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds close during winter months. Blue Bend Campground operates from April 1 to November 30, while Greenbrier State Forest runs from the second Friday in April through October 31.
Beach activities: Moncove Lake State Park offers family-friendly swimming areas. "The lake is so gorgeous! We brought our canoe and were able to row around the whole lake. They also offer kayak, boat and paddle boat rentals. There is a nice playground for the kids and some great hiking trails," reports Katie M.
Safety precautions: Prepare for limited connectivity and medical services. The nearest hospital to Greenbrier State Forest is approximately 15 minutes away in Lewisburg. "While this forest is very close to convenient amenities, we still felt away from the hustle and bustle of life," shares Sheila M.
Cash requirements: Many facilities require cash payment for activities or amenities. "Bring cash if you want to swim in the pool. There is no ATM at the campground and the closest town is like 40 mins away," advises a visitor to Moncove Lake State Park.
Water and power limitations: RV sites at Greenbrier State Forest offer electric hookups but require water access from central spigots. "Electric-only hookups, and no dump station on site. Water is available a short distance from the campsites. This small campground is nestled in the forest only a few miles off I-64 near Caldwell, WV," explains John H.
Height restrictions: Some areas have tunnels or low clearance points that can restrict larger vehicles. "Shortly after turning onto Harts Run Rd there is a small, narrow one-way-only tunnel that you must go through to enter the State Forest. There is a misleading sign indicating that the tunnel is only 9'2" tall, which is wrong. As one gets closer to the tunnel there is another sign that shows the maximum height to be 15'4"," notes John H.
Leveling challenges: Many campsites sit on uneven terrain requiring leveling blocks. "We reserved 35&36. 35 was pretty sloped but the gravel driveway wasn't too terribly unlevel. Only real issue was where our steps came out right into a sloped area and was hard to set them right and had to be careful coming in and out," reports Jennifer K.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping options are available in White Sulphur Springs?
White Sulphur Springs and the surrounding area offer diverse camping experiences. Greenbrier State Forest provides semi-private, large campsites with water and electric hookups among plenty of trees. For a more rustic experience, the Greenbrier River Trail features multiple primitive campsites that are perfect for bikepacking adventures. The region also has several state parks with developed campgrounds, offering amenities like bathrooms, showers, and recreational activities. Most campgrounds in the area are seasonal, typically operating from spring through fall with limited winter accessibility. Both tent camping and RV options are available, though availability varies by location.
Are there RV parks with electrical hookups in White Sulphur Springs?
Yes, there are RV parks with electrical hookups near White Sulphur Springs. Summer Wind RV Park offers stunning views of West Virginia mountains and overlooks a picturesque cow pasture. This small, charming RV park provides 30 amp electrical connections and has been described as a hidden gem by visitors. Lake Sherwood is another option with electric hookups, situated against Sherwood Lake and a small mountain ridge. Most sites at Lake Sherwood are positioned right on the lake, offering a beautiful setting for RV camping with necessary amenities.
What are the closest campgrounds to White Sulphur Springs?
Moncove Lake State Park Campground is approximately 40 minutes from White Sulphur Springs near Gap Mills, offering a beautiful setting with lake views despite being off the beaten path on country roads. The park features two campground areas and scenic beauty. Babcock State Park Campground is another excellent option not far from White Sulphur Springs, known for its spectacular park grounds and the famous grist mill—the most photographed location in West Virginia. The park offers nice campsites and numerous hiking trails. Both parks provide good access to the natural beauty of the Greenbrier County region.
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