Cabin camping near Edmond, West Virginia offers access to the lush Appalachian terrain where elevations range from 1,400 to 2,500 feet throughout the region. During summer months, temperatures typically fluctuate between 55-85°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while fall brings cooler temperatures and vibrant foliage changes from mid-September through late October. Most cabin rental properties require bookings at least 30 days in advance during peak whitewater season.
What to do
Climbing access points: The New River Gorge area has numerous rock climbing routes within a short drive of cabins. A visitor at Ace Adventure Resort noted, "The New River Gorge is a climber's dream. David Wolff, Director of the New River Climbing School was amazing! I would describe David as an expert instructor, combined with psychological counselor."
Trail exploration: Hiking trails range from easy 1-mile loops to challenging 8-mile routes with significant elevation changes. At Little Beaver State Park Campground, campers appreciate the "several nice walking trails directly from the campground" and that "Island-In-the-Sky is a great climb through a tunnel of rhododendron that eventually winds up and around a rock shelf."
Whitewater adventures: Book rafting trips 48-72 hours in advance during summer months. At Ace Adventure Resort, rafters report that "we booked a trip on the lower New River and it was great! River Expeditions has good gear and great guides like Porter who had us cracking up when he shared some local folklore."
What campers like
Bath facilities: Many cabin areas feature recently renovated bathroom facilities. At The Outpost at New River Gourge, guests mention that "bathrooms are nicer than our bathrooms at home" and another noted "the bathhouse was clean, big and heated." This contrasts with more rustic options in the area.
Cabin proximity: Some properties offer cabins clustered in small groups, providing privacy while maintaining accessibility. At Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek, a visitor staying in their cabins reported, "We booked cabin for group of 8 people, and room was pretty good enough for all of the members. They have plenty of activities to do including River Rafting."
Evening entertainment: Several properties offer on-site activities after a day of outdoor adventures. One camper at The Outpost at New River Gourge mentioned, "There was low key live music Friday and a band/party Saturday night that was super fun," while another appreciated that "the WiFi was plenty good enough to use, albeit not quite as snappy fast as the lodge."
What you should know
Seasonal fluctuations: Cabin availability tightens significantly from June through October, especially on weekends. At Babcock State Park Campground, visitors note "we camped near the end of October for 5 days, so there weren't a ton of other people, but the park was clean and quiet."
Road conditions: Several access roads to cabin areas require careful navigation. One reviewer at Babcock State Park Campground warned, "Roads through the park from the campground to the main part of the park are really narrow and seem like you aren't supposed to be there but are well maintained," while another mentioned "the last couple miles of road getting here are rough…if you have an SUV you should be fine but I have a sportier suspension and it was not fun."
Utility limitations: Not all cabins offer full utility hookups. At Rifrafters Campground, one camper noted, "Cabins (8) no water, but has electric, and several tent areas which are rated primitive. I recommend securing reservations by telephone."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several cabin areas feature dedicated children's areas. At Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins, a family noted, "Mountain Lake Campground is a massive system of varied campsites...the property has so many amenities (shower houses, laundromats, pools, ice cream store, and playgrounds)." Another visitor mentioned, "Our camp site was right next to one of the playgrounds and that was definitely a plus! Our little boy could play while we watched from our site."
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk offer opportunities to observe native animals near cabins. One family staying at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins shared, "Lots of deer, we even saw a mother with 2 fawn!"
Activity scheduling: Allow buffer days between major activities when visiting with children. A parent who stayed at Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek reported, "Took our family of 4 (kids ages 7 and 9) and had a blast. Something for all ages. People were all nice."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many cabin and RV areas have significant terrain variation. At Rifrafters Campground, one RVer advised, "It is very much built into a big hill—I was a little worried our Avion (similar to airstream) that had low clearance would bottom out as we came in and out of entrance hill to road but we had no issue."
Utility hookup planning: Bring extension cords as some cabin and RV sites have outlets positioned away from standard parking areas. A guest at Rays Campground shared their experience with the simple setup: "Very close to the New River Gorge National Park. Back in the woods with a 1/4 mile gravel drive to enter the campground. Most of the sites are primitive with only a few having electric, not sure on full hook ups."
Site selection strategy: Choose sites based on amenities rather than views during extended stays. At Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek, one RVer noted, "RV sites are not private but we had great neighbors and a great weekend. Bathhouses were very clean, firewood was delivered which made things easy. Be prepared to dry camp as there are no water hookups."
