Top Tent Camping near French Creek, WV

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Best Tent Sites Near French Creek, WV (15)

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    2. Bear Heaven Campground

    6 Reviews
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    143 Saves

    A small primitive campground located approximately 14 miles northeast of Elkins, West Virginia, on Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) near the Otter Creek Wilderness. 8 available sites are nestled along rock outcroppings that offer unique landscapes. There is stream fishing and hiking located nearby. Middle Point Trail #140,__3.7 miles in length is located along Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) west of the Campground. The Otter Creek Wilderness offers several trails and__more challenging experiences just next door.

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    3. Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

    8 Reviews
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    198 Saves
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    • ADA Access
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
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    4. Camp Ara

    2 Reviews
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    Camp Ara is a beautiful 113-acre property in Fairmont, WV. Located in the Allegheny Mountains about 20 minutes south of Morgantown, WV, and West Virginia University. It is close to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., Columbus, Cincinnati, and many others. The property has been run as a Christian camp for over 60 years, serving and changing the lives of countless youth along the way.​ There is a large number of foster children in and around the area that are currently in great need of programs that connect them with nature, help them to grow individually, and help teach them life skills to prepare them for transitioning out of the foster care system. In addition to running year-round programming, Camp Ara is home to 80+ acres of virtually untouched land. We have created 40 beautiful campsites that require various amounts of hiking to reach. No matter what site you choose, however, you will almost definitely feel as though you are alone with nature.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    $20 - $150 / night

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    5. Gatewood Group

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    Overview

    Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and wildlife watching.

    Recreation

    With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail. With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed. Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet. Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.

    Nearby Attractions

    Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin

    $60 / night

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      8. New Town

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      This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake

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      10. Seven Mile Campground

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    Recent Tent Reviews In French Creek

    406 Reviews of 15 French Creek Campgrounds


    • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
      Sep. 22, 2024

      Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

      Nice state park

      Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained. Sites have electricity and water; dump station is very well done and easily accessible with any RV configuration.

    • Harley G.
      Camper-submitted photo from Canaan Loop Road Dispersed
      Sep. 16, 2024

      Canaan Loop Road Dispersed

      First night

      This was our first night ever for dispersed camping for us. Did have nice secluded spots for camping. Road was a little rough so take your time.

    • Tiel M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground
      Sep. 13, 2024

      Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground

      Primitive plus.

      That's the best way to describe this park. It has the primitive feel, campsites are in the natural woods as opposed to a pristine tent pad. I love how open and natural it feels.

      However, the plus is that there are lots of little amentities, a coffee pavilion, wood to buy, portapots, and an incredibly kind "staff." I'm mobility impaired and it was just my dog and I. The guys were super helpful bringing the wheelbarrow of wood to me, which would have been difficult for me.

      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.

      The property was clean and quiet other than the occasional diesel truck going down the road.

    • W
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      Sep. 5, 2024

      Dispersed camping at Mower Basin

      Beautiful views

      Very quiet, beautiful views, amazing drive from VA. Multiple campsites and they all have beautiful views. I have T-Mobile and had signal only by the first campsite for some reason. I had no signal for almost two hours heading towards VA.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
      Aug. 20, 2024

      River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

      Great experience

      The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend, but it never got too loud. Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious. I was at site 2, which is on a slight incline, but it didn't matter too much because I camp in a teardrop so keeping it level isn't an issue. Wifi and Verizon cell were both strong. Easy access to the rail trail and close to the river. I'll definitely go back.

    • Kim M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
      Aug. 2, 2024

      Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

      Nice deep sites. Cokeley is W/E. Restrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on s

       Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. 304)643-2931.

      GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills! Call the office! Park personnel said some GPS will bring campers up a bad gravel road!

      Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade. 

      Will definitely return. 

      Wi-Fi worked!

    • Jeremiah S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bulltown Campground
      Jul. 8, 2024

      Bulltown Campground

      Surviving Storm

      We booked this trip last minute on Memorial Day weekend and literally took the last site reservable. The place was crowded and our corner was as crowded as anywhere. The people beside us had way too many cars that made it a little tough to back in. The 5 dudes standing around helped us navigate their vehicles but it was annoying. Later the guy brought us over some whiskey and beers, maybe as an unstated apology.

      The CG itself was very family oriented and our site was a good size. We went swimming in lake two days and drove down to Flatwoods for some of the best ice cream you can find at The Spot (UFO and alien sighting location lol).

      A huge storm rolled through with 40/50 mph winds. We had a little heads up thanks to buying a day of WiFi but most people were caught flat footed. We saw 30 plus awnings and canopies destroyed. Power went out for entire last day but we were fine. No rangers or park folks let us know anything but that was fine.

      I’d recommend c1-c5 if you have kids.

    • Jeremiah S.
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      Jul. 8, 2024

      Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

      Great Amenities

      After years of tent camping, this was our first camping trip with camper our and two youngest kids. When we stayed it was cold outside but we had full hook up and were prepared.

      We had nice view of the lodge. The lodge amenities are top notch with a heated pool that only costs a a daily charge to use on top of camping. The campsite itself was a little pricey with the only thing distinguishing the campground being lodge activities you have to pay for.

      I’d recommend sites 1-5, 20, and 39.

    • Jeremiah S.
      Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
      Jul. 8, 2024

      River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

      Great Family Campground

      We had a wonderful time. The Park is great and we have stayed at lodge 4 times before but this was first camping trip.

      We stayed during historic heat wave but kept cool in the river, the pool, and with the ice cream store nearby. There wasn’t easy river access from the campground but we climbed down the hill with no problem and waded the stream for hours.

      The property was very clean and family oriented. Nice spacing at our site in particular. I would also recommend sites 10, 11, 17, 19, 13, and 14.

    • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
      Jul. 5, 2024

      Flatwoods KOA

      Ok overnight

      Pros: 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup

      Cons: Gravel sites Check-in at Days Inn Limited amenities (pools at Days Inn)

    • Kim S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park
      May. 27, 2024

      Audra State Park

      Beautiful campsites

      It's a curvy small road to get there but it's well worth the drive. Beautiful campsites,some right on the river. Access to water that is icy cold but definitely fun to play in. The camp store is well stocked and the employees are friendly.

    • Danny M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whittaker Campground
      May. 24, 2024

      Whittaker Campground

      Cass,WV

      Great location for Cass RR or start or end of the greenbrier river rail trail. Privately owned. Grassy sites, “mostly “ . We camped in our Van. 110/30 amp service at most sites. Many seasonal rental spaces. “Simple “ plywood shower and toilet house. (Mens side not so clean) hot water shower. $30/night with or without electricity. Tight sites, we camped mid week before the Memorial Day holiday.

    • kThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Family Fishing N' Camping
      May. 18, 2024

      Family Fishing N' Camping

      AS OF 5/18/2024

      This establishment does NOT offer tent sites anymore! 5/18/2024. I called to make a reservation and they said they do not do that anymore as of a few years ago.

    • kThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Broken Wheel Campground
      May. 15, 2024

      Broken Wheel Campground

      Family camping

      I recently went tent camping with my two children and 2 dogs it was a wonderful experience! The catch and release pond was a wonderful place to take kids to learn and gaurentee to catch a fish with worms. We also found newts! Plenty of trash cans around and a nice park to play at. We tied our doggos between two trees and let them run. Firewood for sale. None to gather around not even sticks so be prepared for that. The tent camping sites arnt marked you kind of just go anywhere which was fine since we were the only ones there. We loved it!

    • J.B. S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area
      May. 1, 2024

      Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area

      A True Campground Get Away

      Great campground hosts!!!!! 

      Bakers Run is a great place to camp for families and people who can let go and stay off the grid for a few days. There little to no cell service available and having a boat to enjoy the lake is a must. Camping here for many years due to the location and ease of access for boaters. Getting to the campground can be nerve racking for those who do not like love the back roads of WV. Bakers Run is a great place to get away from it all. Bakers Run is well of the beaten path nestled along the shoreline of Sutton Lake, with that being said Bakers Run is a public Crops of Engineers small and uncommercialized campground. You will not find the following Wi-Fi, swimming pools, snack bars, game rooms, boat rentals, hiking or biking trails. There are two small stores off of campground property offering firewood, snacks, bait, ice, camping supplies and limited grocery items. To fully enjoy Sutton Lake a boat is a must.  https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10122583?tab=ratings

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
      Apr. 25, 2024

      River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

      Weekend Getaway

      Great place to stay! We were at site 13, right on the water. Check-in was easy and the staff was very friendly! Plenty of ice and firewood at the store and a cute little gift shop. The site was mostly flat where we parked the camper and very close to the bathhouse. Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing, basketball, and a nice playground, to name a few! We definitely plan to make another trip there this year!!

    • BThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kittie Wilson
      Mar. 4, 2024

      Kittie Wilson

      Not too shabby

      A small dark sky campground with cabins to rent as well. Water and electricity are on most sites. No dump station. Free fire wood for campers and each site has a grill and fire ring. Showers and flushing toilets are at the main building and the honor system is how they do business. 20 bucks a night! Nice people and great night time sky watching. Easy to get any size rig in. Plenty for the kids to do and great hiking trails. Ridge walkers are known to be in the area (Bigfoot) avoid making eye contact during breeding season.

    • Paige H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackwater Falls State Park
      Feb. 18, 2024

      Blackwater Falls State Park

      Winter camping at blackwater falls

      Campsites are just the right size. Very level and nicely done. Sites have electric hookup a picnic table and a fire ring. Wood is available for purchase at the office when you come In. Bathhouse is located in the center of the campsites

    • Paige H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed camping at Mower Basin
      Oct. 14, 2023

      Dispersed camping at Mower Basin

      Weekend stay

      We drove In Thursday evening intending to go to stonecoal but the road was blocked off so we headed out to mowers basin and were lucky enough to snag this beautiful view. The few people we did encounter were friendly.

    • Fred L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park
      Oct. 11, 2023

      Audra State Park

      Small but beautiful park

      We recently stayed at Audra State Park for two nights. The park is very small but well-equipped. The campsites are large, each with a picnic table and fire pit. Many are right along the river. A trail winds along the river offering spectacular views. The campground also offers playground, flush toilets, and hot showers. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

    • Joseph B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Creek State Park
      Oct. 5, 2023

      Camp Creek State Park

      Nice Campground, plenty of trails!

      Stopped here for 2 days on our way home. Nice sites they have; full hookups, water and electric, some just electric, and they also have boondocks sites near the waterfall.

      Bathrooms were good, (as I have posted before, I've seen worse), store had basics, sites were decent size with a nice fire pit. 

      They also give a military discount. 

      There are trails and gravel roads all around the campground. I received a map at check in, and decided to ride my mountainbike to the top of  "Neely Knob".  It was quite a climb! I came down the east side of Bear Marsh and found out quickly that there were water crossings and deep mud sections. I got a great workout and would definitely explore more of the trails on our next visit.



    Guide to French Creek

    Camping near French Creek, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for you.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the trails around Audra State Park Campground. Many campers rave about the scenic views along the river. One visitor mentioned, "A trail winds along the river offering spectacular views."
    • Fishing and Swimming: Enjoy the water at Five River Campground. Campers love the river access, with one saying, "Right on the River. Perfect for floating."
    • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife at Tygart Lake State Park Campground. A camper noted, "We saw more deer than usual."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One reviewer at Holly River State Park Campground said, "The bathrooms were spotless with tiled floors and walls."
    • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Five River Campground shared, "The owners are amazing and so helpful."
    • Spacious Campsites: Many sites offer plenty of room. A camper at Bulltown Campground remarked, "The site we had was right on the river and the fire rings were all cleaned out."

    What you should know:

    • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service in some areas. A camper at East Fork Campground mentioned, "The campground was very quiet and is actually very near to what is referred to as 'The Quiet Zone.'"
    • Seasonal Access: Some campgrounds have specific seasons. For example, Audra State Park Campground is open from mid-April to mid-October.
    • No Alcohol at Some Sites: If you enjoy a drink while camping, check the rules. Holly River State Park Campground does not allow alcohol.

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. Tygart Lake State Park Campground has a playground that families enjoy.
    • Spacious Sites: Choose campgrounds with larger sites for family gatherings. A camper at Bulltown Campground noted, "The campground is always clean. If you have a boat, the lake is a lot of fun to play on."
    • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds that offer activities like fishing or swimming. One family at Five River Campground said, "Definitely want to come back."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check out Flatwoods KOA. A visitor mentioned, "50 AMP, sewer & water hookup."
    • Check-in Procedures: Be aware of check-in locations. A camper at Flatwoods KOA advised, "Check-in at Days Inn."
    • Quiet Locations: Look for quieter spots if you prefer peace. A reviewer at East Fork Campground said, "Very peaceful, surrounded by mountains."

    Camping near French Creek, West Virginia, has a lot to offer, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

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    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near French Creek, WV?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near French Creek, WV is Little River Dispersed Campsites with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews.

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