Fayetteville, WV Camping

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Fayetteville, WV has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that West Virginia camping has to offer. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your West Virginia camping adventure.

Best Camping Sites Near Fayetteville, WV (114)

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    1. Rifrafters Campground

    29 Reviews
    94 Photos
    174 Saves
    Fayetteville, West Virginia

    Rifrafters Campground provides tent and RV camping and economy cabins in the woodlands near Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV) -- only two-miles south of the New River Gorge Bridge. Our cleanliness, accessibility, and quiet family atmosphere have earned us a place among West Virginia's most-popular camping areas. You'll also find a friendly full-time staff, exceptionally clean showers and restrooms, and plenty of space for small gatherings and walks in the woods behind the campground. Use our website to explore our camping amenities and find out more about the New River.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $44 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Chestnut Creek Campground
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    2. Chestnut Creek Campground

    19 Reviews
    44 Photos
    243 Saves
    Lansing, West Virginia

    The closest campground to the New River Gorge Bridge. Chestnut Creek Campground offers quiet primitive camping in the woods. We are a mere half a mile (0.5mi) from the New River Gorge Bridge! That's walking distance folks. Our hygienic facility has hot showers, lavatory stalls, hand washing sinks, and a wash basin located outside for dish washing and filling up water jugs. Firewood and Ice are available on site as well. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire pit. A general store and burrito bar are located literally around the corner; Both are within walking distance. Hiking and Climbing trail-heads (Fern Buttress, Endless Wall, Beauty Mountain; to name a few) are just down the way and access to the river is a stone's throw away (our drive is just across from Fayette Station Rd). If you're wanting to venture further to more local restaurants/shops; we are only a 5 minute drive from downtown Fayetteville. We are a pet friendly establishment for those with dogs who love to travel as much as you do. We keep quiet hours from 11pm-7am (starts @ midnight on weekends). Mainly we accommodate rustic tent camping, however; some sites are able to accommodate pop-up campers and trailers up to 20ft (we do not have hookups/electric). Call today to reserve a site for your upcoming adventure at the New River Gorge.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 - $11 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
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    3. Babcock State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    209 Photos
    164 Saves
    Winona, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    5. Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    17 Reviews
    66 Photos
    332 Saves
    Thurmond, West Virginia

    This tent only campground located near the historic railroad town of Thurmond offers 7 walk-in sites, 5 on the sandy beach of the New River and 2 in the nearby forest. There are no drive-in sites at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited. The Stone Cliff Trailhead also starts at the campground.

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    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Ace Adventure Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Ace Adventure Resort
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    6. Ace Adventure Resort

    14 Reviews
    32 Photos
    137 Saves
    Thurmond, West Virginia

    Located on 1500 wooded acres adjacent to the New River Gorge National River ACE Adventure Resort offers white water rafting trips on the New and Gauley rivers and great camping near Fayetteville. But, that’s not all! Over the years we’ve added all the outdoor adventures that our state is known for including the only zip line tours with views of the Gorge. We also host rock climbing, mountain biking, lake adventures… we even have a waterpark on base. Plus, at the end of the day, we have a range of lodging and camping options plus dining facilities on property. So, what are you waiting for? Live free this summer at ACE Adventure Resort!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $600 / night

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    7. New River Campground

    14 Reviews
    76 Photos
    193 Saves
    Gauley Bridge, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    8. Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    18 Reviews
    119 Photos
    356 Saves
    Prince, West Virginia

    This forested campground offers both tent and RV sites near the banks of the New River and the Glade Creek Trailhead. There are 6 walk-in tents sites and 5 drive-in sites for tents, RVs, or campers. There is 1 accessible site. Only small (less than 25 feet) and medium (22 - 31.5 feet) RVs or campers are recommended. Camp only at designated sites. RV, camper, or car camping in non-designated sites, walk-in sites, or any parking area is strictly prohibited.

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Run
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    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Run

    9. Battle Run

    15 Reviews
    180 Photos
    142 Saves
    Keslers Cross Lanes, West Virginia

    Overview

    Battle Run Campground is conveniently located just south of Summersville, West Virginia, on the shores of the largest lake in the state. Superb water quality and sheer sandstone cliffs make Summersville Lake a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

    Recreation

    The 2790-acre lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, and scuba diving. Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, and catfish. Trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall. Visitors also enjoy the great hiking, biking, hunting, geocaching, and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake. For high adventure seekers, whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.

    Natural Features

    Scenic Summersville Lake is known for its striking cliffs and quiet coves along 60 beautiful miles of shoreline. Dense forests of maple, oak, hickory, beech and birch trees cover the region. Wildlife, including black bear, deer, grouse and turkey, is abundant in the area.

    Nearby Attractions

    The historic Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is a 10-minute drive from the campground. The park offers a museum, three Gauley River overlooks and hiking trails as well as a Civil War Battle Reenactment every other year. Summersville Lake Marina and Sarge's Dive Shop are 11 miles away, offering kayak and pontoon boat rentals. The town of Summersville, another five miles north, has several grocery stores, restaurants and service stations. Mountain Lake Campground is a privately managed campground with lake access. Summersville Lake Retreat is three miles east on Route 129 offering cabins and lighthouse tours. World-renowned rock climbing on the New River Gorge- just 18 miles south. Within the 63,000 acres of New River Gorge River are over 1,400 established rock climbs. "The New" has become one of the most popular climbing areas in the country. The cliffs at New River Gorge are made up of a very hard sandstone, and range from 30 to 120 feet in height.

    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
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    10. Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    15 Reviews
    74 Photos
    121 Saves
    Summersville Lake, West Virginia

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is located just two miles off route 19 in Summersville, West Virginia. Over 250 sites which include lake front-end 4 of the area's ONLY lakefront cabins! 30/50 amp sites, cozy cabins, and yurts! Themed weekends with activities for all ages to enjoy! PET FRIENDLY! (with certain restrictions) We accept cash and major credit cards. Amenities we offer: * Seasonal pool * WiFi * mining sluice * miniature golf * jumping pillow * golf cart rentals * laundry rooms * outdoor theater * multiple playgrounds * themed weekends * after-hours security * tank service * tow on/off service * boat/camper storage * on-site restaurant

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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  • Benjy B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Outpost at New River Gourge
    Nov. 14, 2024

    The Outpost at New River Gourge

    Loved it here!

    As a car camper I was initially hesitant about paying for a partial hookup RV spot knowing that I wouldn’t be fully utilizing what I was paying for, but man am I glad I chose to stay here.

    The location is great for getting in and out of town and the park alike, and it was the ideal location for a hike base. In terms of the campground itself, I think it set a new standard for me that’ll be pretty hard to beat. The bathrooms were incredible, and the shower was so good that it was almost annoying (I’m jealous and want it at home now too).

    Checking in and out was easy, and the staff was very kind in accommodating me extending my stay another day on two separate occasions. I’d been most in and out in the dark, but finally on the last day got to check out the rest of the place and it really is super nice with a great aesthetic to match.

    The big kicker for me was the lodge/Wi-Fi situation. As someone camping in a Prius, it can get pretty tight at times, so having a nice big space with great internet to get some work done was a huge bonus. Even in my car, the WiFi was plenty good enough to use, albeit not quite as snappy fast as the lodge.

    All in all, I’d happily come back here again and again if I were to find myself back in the area. Could not more highly recommend.

  • licia S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Nov. 14, 2024

    Meadow Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Calm Tent-Only Campground- with Trains

    I’ve stayed here several times. It’s always been a great visit. There are around 12 sites with tables, grills, and fire rings. Pit toilet and dumpster. The place is monitored via videocamera as signed. No RVs- that is enforced. 1 bar of unboosted cell service with ATT with some drop off if raining, but fine for streaming videos. The coal trains run through at all hours of the night- and blow their horns (earplugs). Open year round- a no hunting campsite.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from GlampOut Resorts
    Nov. 8, 2024

    GlampOut Resorts

    Elevate your "camping" experience!

    As part of the Elk River Hotel and Café, there are four glamping tents located on the Elk River. We have the Dyrt to thank for finding these as I’m quite certain I would not have found them otherwise! We tend to take months-long road trips and every once in a while, we like to find unique accommodations, and this fit the bill. Possible future expansion plans include Vermont and Florida but for now, this is the only location for GlampOut Resorts (not to be confused with Glamp Out Resort– singular). 

    Each glamping tent has a sink/small fridge, and coffee maker, a fully plumbed bathroom, and a king or queen-sized bed with linens. Bath towels are provided but no toiletries so make sure you bring them. The tents were spacious and clean, and the heater was appreciated during a cold, damp October stay. There is a sink and dorm-sized fridge but no microwave or way to cook a meal. Breakfast is optional, reasonably priced at $10 per person, and is served in the café at 8:30 am. The café is open for dinner Tuesday– Saturday from 4 pm– 9 pm and the food was good. I only saw one other breakfast/lunch eatery in town and no grocery store so plan accordingly, especially if you plan to be there on a Sunday or Monday! 

    About a half mile from the glamping tents is access to the Jeremiah Carpenter Trailhead but use caution. There was a barrier at the entrance, but a local police officer told me I should just walk around it. I hiked about a half mile up the steep hill; when the trail turned to the right, it was overgrown and narrow and since I was by myself, I just turned around and came back down the way I came. I later learned there had been bear sightings on this trail! Nearby is the Flatwoods Monster Chair Trail. I wasn’t sure if there was a put-in area for kayaks or canoes and no one I asked seemed to know. In June, there is a Big Foot festival and a seasonal farmers market. 

    When we were there, there was not much to do except relax. There is not much in the sleepy town of Sutton, however, it was a quiet respite for us during the last two weeks of our two-month trip. It is, however, a bit of a splurge at approximately $200 per night.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Nearest CG to New River Gorge bridge and visitor center

    Very comfortable and quiet campground. Camp hosts (owners?) and staff are very friendly and helpful. Close to local towns for services. The full hook up RV sites seem crowded, but the electric only sites were spacious and shady. I had a little deck with a picnic table. Even though the land is hilly, almost every site was level. The area where I camped had a single porta potty, but the main service area had clean showers and reasonably priced laundry. Short hiking trails are nearby. A children’s area is available but looked little used.

  • Molly R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Well managed everything you need.

    Beautiful area, close to New River National Park. Very accommodating staff. Includes wifi, PBS TV, small dog run, small playground, picnic shelter, laundry, bathhouse, firewood, ice,etc. Clean, friendly without all the fancy extras. Reasonably priced.

  • Anna S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Jay Campground — Camp Creek State Park
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Blue Jay Campground — Camp Creek State Park

    Simple but sufficient - great location with miles of trails!

    All 12 non-electric sites appeared to have fire ring, picnic table, trash can, flat parking area. They did vary a bit in size. I was there on Friday and Saturday and there were no more than 4 other sites occupied. I was surprised that the bathrooms had running water! Overall, everything was quiet and relaxing. Some traffic from people driving by, but not bad at this time of year. It was delightful falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the creek! There are miles and miles of trails, I hiked 16 and only encountered 1 couple. The other campgrounds in the park have more amenities, too.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Oct. 24, 2024

    Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Very relaxing spot

    Very nice spot, right by the river with plenty of spaces to hammock down by there. We were lucky and got one of the last spots, there’s only 11. Fire rings with grill, and bench at each site. The ground is great for tents, no rocks. If you’re planning on coming here, make sure and come early. Pit toilets also available.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Jay Campground — Camp Creek State Park
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Blue Jay Campground — Camp Creek State Park

    Peaceful now but....

    One of three campgrounds in Camp Creek State Park; this is the primitive one (the other two are a horse camp and a developed one with hookups). Most sites are on the creek, but the road runs right past them. On a weekday in the fall, the road was very quiet, but I imagine that in the summer when carloads of people head to Campbell Falls, it would be a different story and would take away from the peacefulness of the campground. 

    This campground would not be suitable for large RVs, but our campervan fit just fine in the mostly level (but rooty) sites, Obviously, good for tents. 

    There are two vault toilets – one for women and one for men. They were in reasonably clean condition. 

    Campbell Falls is just down the road from the campground and there is access to many hiking trails.

    No one other than us was there on a weekday in mid-October so it was very peaceful and quiet.

  • Casey L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Meadow Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Spacious Sites with No Shade

    Nice NPS campground. There are 17 sites, all free FCFS tent only sites. We thought we’d have a hard time finding a spot on a Friday night but it was less than half full the whole 4 nights we were there. Only one vault toilet was open. Sites are flat, large and spaced out. However the trees are very newly planted so they provide no shade or privacy. Quick access to 64 and Sandstone Visitor Center. The biggest con to this is the multi-track railroad right next to the campground. They go by pretty frequently at all hours of day and night and are so loud you can feel the vibrations. But otherwise was a good base camp for exploring New River Gorge.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Brushcreek Falls RV Resort
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

    Great stop right off of the highway

    We stayed a night on a long trip up the coast and had a great experience. The shop was well appointed with necessities and wine from local. It was easy to get around the campground, and there were many nice spots and cabins to choose from. We had plenty of room to park our RV and there was a very nice new swingset Nearby. Noticed multiple people utilizing the fishing pond and there was a cornhole tournament going on at the other side of the park. That looks like a lot of fun. The only downside was that the shower house had one shower stall per gender and was not very clean. It also would’ve been nice to have some more places to set belongings or hooks.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Great overnight stop very shaded and peaceful

    We stayed overnight on our way up the coast and had a great visit. I wish we could’ve stayed longer. The campground was very peaceful and shaded people were very friendly and the facilities were exceptionally clean.

  • Hazel S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Glen Lyn Town Park & Campground
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Glen Lyn Town Park & Campground

    Campground

    Cute place off the freeway with water access and a playground, 6 mile hiking trail to waterfall and not far from town. There is a train station nearby and the trains are loud. They come by every now and then night and day, they do live music some nights and church gatherings where a man basically yells all night long. Lots of freeway noise so the nightly fee is kinda stupid considering you won't get any sleep if you stay here. The river is super planted so I wouldn't swim here either sadly.. and the showers have NO water presser yet you gotta pay for a bathroom key otherwise there's porta-potties by the dumpster.

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Kanawha State Forest

    Not bad

    Overall not a bad campground. Very pricey in my mind, $43 after taxes for 1 night of primitive camping. Got there at 4 on a monday and no one was in the office, ended up riding 45 minutes up the road to call to reserve a spot, they said everything was a 3 night minimum. I ended up booking online for just 1 night. Campground was clean and quiet, directions aren’t super clear as to where the campground is. Would stay here again if I had to, but wouldn’t be my first pick.

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Great spot!

    Great quiet spot. All primitive, does have a bathhouse with toilets only. Pretty good drive to any stores, so pack in what you need. It is about a 7 mile ride down a gravel road. I did the trip on a motorcycle so the road isn’t bad. I got there at 6pm on a tuesday and got the last spot! Get there early to make sure you get a spot. Very well maintained.

  • Susan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp - New River National Scenic River
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Army Camp - New River National Scenic River

    2-3 dispersed sites before this campground

    The Campground is small...Maybe 15 sites. It was full when we arrived. Luckily, there are 2 or 3 dispersed sites along the road into the Campground. They are on the river, too. Perfect for an overnighter.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Nice campground and friendly staff

    Fantastic campground! Staff was super friendly and we were escorted to our camp site. Facilities a little dated but clean! Pool area was clean! We tent camp, but walking around, the camping trailers did not appear to be crowded together. For us this is a fantastic place to overnight and will return again when traveling through the area!!

  • Tia B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    First come first serve river front camping

    We arrived from Cleveland late on a Thursday evening and every one of the 7 sites was full, luckily we met another couple who let us share their site for the night which was great because they let us have their site when they left in the morning. We were on site 2/3 which are right at the bottom of a large staircase down from the parking lot. We put our tent a few feet away from the water facing the river and our canopy further up in the woods by the firepit. Access to a hiking trail at the end of the parking lot - Stonecliff Trail, garbage bins and bathrooms available, no running water so bring hand sanitizer, Dunloup waterfall ~8 min down the road right off the side of the road was beautiful and a great place to swim, hiked a few trails down to town of Thurmond which is a a great little historical train town with a nice visitors center

    Cons - No picnic tables on any of the sites, carrying our things up the 3 flights of stairs to the parking lot was a little exhausting but not bad if you’re more of a minimalist camper, road access to campground is well paved but is very very narrow and windy so be careful of other cars flying around the bends, trains go by on other side of the river ~2-3 times per night, be careful of glass in the sand as well as bees, sites 2-5 are all right on top of each other (within 10 feet) with minimal trees in between so they’re good for groups but not if you don’t want to be right next to people.

  • Pete M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rifrafters Campground
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Rifrafters Campground

    Nice location and a great location.

    Rifrafters is a wonderful family run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area. The area is very hilly and the campground is no exception but they did a good job of creating roomy, mainly level campsites. Unlike Bear Mountain Campground, Rifrafters is far enough off of US 19 to avoid most of the road noise. The bath house was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Cell reception for Verizon was 3 bars, but the campground Wi-Fi was awesome! It was strong enough and had enough bandwidth for my wife to work remotely while the kids and I went whitewater rafting(go with ACE Adventures, they're great). The details make or break your stay and Rifrafters gets them all right. Good, steady power and water at the site, Wi-Fi, dry firewood, great bath house and clean/tidy everywhere. Lastly, the location was perfect for us. You''re just a few miles from the bridge and visitor's center to the north and a few miles to shopping/necessities to the south. Having stayed here made us realize we'd rather camp near US 19 and use our toad to drive the windy roads into t

  • Jeremiah S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
    Jul. 22, 2024

    Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park

    Quiet, Underrated, and Dated

    This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River. Meador CG is up the Bluestone portion of the lake and the backwaters do have a swampy appearance. The area is gorgeous with tons to do at both Bluestone State Park, Pipestem State Park (short 20 min drive, and the broader New River area.

    The campground is very quiet and well spaced. Our site was one of only a handful with water and electric but there is a dump station on the way out of the campground area.

    The bathrooms and other facilities are a little dated but the campground is very clean. There is an outdoor pool within walking distance of campground but the playgrounds need upgraded. Lots of space to run around for the kids. It rained one day we were there and we took a quick drive to Pipestem and swam in the heated, indoor pool that is included in camping fee.



Guide to Fayetteville

Camping near Fayetteville, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the New River Gorge National Park. Many campers enjoy the scenic views and challenging hikes. One visitor at Rifrafters Campground mentioned, "The location was perfect for us. You’re just a few miles from the bridge and visitor's center."
  • Whitewater Rafting: The New River is famous for its rafting opportunities. A reviewer from Rifrafters Campground said, "The kids and I went whitewater rafting (go with ACE Adventures, they're great)."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Battle Run, are near lakes where you can fish. One camper noted, "We parked our RV out on one of the campground fingers and had water on 3 sides of us."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Kanawha State Forest said, "The bathrooms were clean, although the drainage for the showers wasn’t working right."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A reviewer at Babcock State Park mentioned, "The staff are also friendly and attentive."
  • Secluded Sites: Campers enjoy the privacy of the sites. One guest at Chestnut Creek Campground said, "The sites were spacious and fairly isolated."

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Grandview Sandbar, do not have drinking water or electric hookups. A camper noted, "You have to bring your own water."
  • Road Conditions: Access roads can be narrow and winding. A visitor to Glade Creek Campground mentioned, "Roads are riddled with potholes. Careful in low rise cars."
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. A camper at Stone Cliff Campground said, "We arrived late on a Thursday evening and every one of the 7 sites was full."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. A reviewer at Holly River State Park said, "Playgrounds for the kids."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand makes family camping easier. A visitor at Little Beaver State Park mentioned, "The office was staffed with a friendly lady; told us to go through the campsites to pick which one we liked."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of things to do. A camper at Babcock State Park enjoyed the "historic Grist Mill" and various hiking trails.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have size restrictions. A reviewer at Battle Run noted, "All sites seem to have 20/30/50 amp electrical options."
  • Reserve Early: Popular campgrounds fill up fast. A visitor at Kanawha State Forest mentioned, "Would stay here again if I had to, but wouldn’t be my first pick."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds lack basic amenities. A camper at Grandview Sandbar said, "The bathrooms are very old and the pits stink throughout the campground."

Fayetteville, WV camping offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to thrilling adventures. Whether you're with family or on an RV trip, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Fayetteville, WV?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Fayetteville, WV offers a wide range of camping options, with 114 campgrounds and RV parks near Fayetteville, WV and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Fayetteville, WV?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fayetteville, WV is Rifrafters Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 29 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Fayetteville, WV?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Fayetteville, WV.

  • What parks are near Fayetteville, WV?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Fayetteville, WV that allow camping, notably New River Gorge National River and Summersville Lake.