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"Initially, you don't see it...you must drive up and over a roller."
"North Bend State Park is located at the halfway point of the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, so it’s a great camping spot for hikers, bikers and horseback riders who want to explore this scenic trail which"
"Love this place. 1st time ever in West Virginia and this park was up to the task of making a great 1st impression of the state.
Great hiking with well marked trails."
"Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained."
$20 - $40 / night
"Close to the restroom there’s a picnic table, tentspots and a manual water pump. A lot of insects, humid and dense deciduous forest surrounding the trailhead. The Kinderhook trail was overgrown."
"Area is dedicated to horse trail riding. Nice clean area just off main road.Can camp here in certain spots. Not much area to camp. No fire rings, one picnic table."
$25 / night
"He has so much info on where to eat and what to see in the surrounding areas. The guy bends over backwards for his guests."
$15 - $55 / night
$21 - $32 / night
"We had the best time when we camped at there for the fair, it was right next to the campground. Only downfall is if it rains the end lots get really muddy."
"As we drove around the trailhead, we found a second designated site. The forest website says dispersed camping is allowed and fires are allowed with a 10 foot clearance and a ring of rocks."
ScoutThe owner was great. I called when I was on my way, he gave me a space number, and I was able to go straight to it. Weekly and monthly pricing is great too.
GuideVery unlevel spot. Not sure if they are all like this, but it's a big ugh... trash pick up is 1/day & 1 bag of trash 🤦🏼♀️
Wifi is non existent! Tried connecting TV to it and connected with no internet. So, hotspotted my cell phone and showed a internet connection, but very slow. Yeah yeah ...I know we're camping ,but it is 95° outside and the sun is shining all over us...hopefully after sunset?
GuideWe were searching for a quite place to stay. Typically we like dispersed camping but after not finding much in the area we splurged for this KOA. We were pleasantly surprised it was quite empty. Checking was a breeze. We even were able to change our site. Our 3 dogs and us had an entire row to ourself. Clean bathrooms and showers. Well maintained grounds. Very friendly campers.
TravelerI’ve gone to park twice this month, it’s only 90 minutes from my house. Both times I got a spot on the lake…just 10-15 yards from the water. Clean, calm and refreshing from the heat wave we are having. Spacious lots. The park is clean and fairly quiet, family friendly.
GuideGerald Freeman Campground is a GREAT place to get away if you are looking to disconnect. There is NO SERVICE of any kind up here! We have a powerful WeBoost on our RV and STILL no bars. There are a few places you can move around to and maybe get 1 bar, but they are hard to find. Starlink works great though, and once established you can use WiFi calling for your phone. The scenery is beautiful here, and you almost have to look straight up to see the sky because you are surrounded by mountains. The lake/creek/river(I'm not sure which it is because it says lake, but it has a slight current) runs directly by the campsites and there is easy access for fishing, kayaking, and other aquatic activities. The campground itself is SUPER clean, and so are the shower houses. The sites are level and well maintained. Some sites have full hookups(W/S/E), while others have W/E, electric only, and primitive. Make sure you know what you are booking so you don't get surprised. Some of the nicest sites are electric only. There is a little store on the property for a few essentials, but it is small with limited selection. Our water pressure at our site was very low, only around 20 lbs, so we had to rely on our pump and tank, but we could at least fill it so it was a non-issue for us. We are a full-time RV family, traveling the country with our three dogs, and we will be staying here again in the future. It's a safe, clean campground with everything that you need and a GREAT family atmosphere!
TravelerThe site itself is quite nice, with access to toilets and picnic tables. However, it also seems to be a spot locals visit quite a bit. I’ve had two cars drive in after sunset who have just sat around for a bit then left. I would not recommend this site if you are traveling solo (Like I am).
LegendCamp Creek State Park West Virginia.
This was a drive through, we didn't camp here. This State Park is only 2 miles from I- 77! Exit 20.
This is a hiking park & also has horse trails.
We stopped at the office for a map & the lady at the desk was very nice & friendly.
There are a lot of nice picnic areas too.
Two very nice waterfalls. The first waterfall is on a road right by the modern campground so of course we had to visit.
9 electric sites.
9 full hookup.
8 water& electric.
A nice looking bath house.
I liked the sites that were by a creek- 8/9/10/13/14/15/16/18. 12 is a pull thru. These sites have a paved pad & the whole campground looked nicely kept. All the sites looked flat. There's a dump station on the road out of the park.
Blue Jay Campground is primitive camping along a creek. 12 sites. They looked very nice. There's pit toilets. This campground is on the road to the 2nd waterfall. There's parking by the gate.
Further down from Blue Jay is a locked gate. Beyond the gate is the Double C horsemans camp. You have to register at the office & they'll give you a key.
I really liked the modern campground. If we ever travel this way again I would stop here. There's no interstate noise in the campground.
ScoutThis is a smaller, older campground. We were in the non electric site area. It was pretty quiet, a great place to chill. The showers are older but well kept up. No bugs, we even watch them broom the outside windows and doors knocking down all webs.Nice shower head, good pressure. There are only vault toilets, but not bad , they pressure washed really well. Has dump station and plenty potable water stations. Good canoe and kayak lake. Part of buckeye trail on one side of lake. Has a playarea for kids with basketball court.
GuideWas a great spot while we were passing through and needed a place for the night.
There was not manny people there, Sites are small back in, we stayed in loop two site 69 with great shade and electric. Toilets are vault style and very old so you can imagine it’s hard to clean/keep clean.
I do like they have water fountains with faucets every 10-15 sites. As well as grey water dump stations about the same spacing but stagers with the filling.
Showers were clean but only central and shared between all loops.
We drove through loop 1 on our way out and it looked to be kept up better and cleaner.
The lake was nice but I am not sure if they recently had some weather that caused it to be pretty brown/muddy, or if that’s normal.
Camp store wasn’t open yet for the season no other staff was Seen except one guy cleaning on loop A
Camping near Harrisville, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Harrisville, West Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful parks and friendly communities, it's a great place to enjoy the outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Cokeley Campground near Harrisville?
Cokeley Campground at North Bend State Park offers well-maintained sites with electricity and water hookups. The campground features an easily accessible dump station that accommodates any RV configuration. The park boasts excellent hiking with well-marked trails and fantastic biking opportunities on the 72-mile North Bend Trail, which follows an abandoned railway with multiple tunnels. The campground is clean and well-maintained, making it popular with families. For the best experience, access the campground via Harrisville rather than Cairo, as the roads are in much better condition.
How far is Harrisville from Parkersburg, WV for day trips while camping?
Harrisville is approximately 30-35 minutes (about 25 miles) from Parkersburg, making it ideal for day trips while camping. When staying in the area, Mountwood Park Family Campground is conveniently located about 15 minutes east of Parkersburg on Route 50, putting you between the two locations. For those willing to drive a bit further, Wolf Run State Park Campground offers a beautiful setting with lakeside sites and is easily accessible from the interstate, making it another good base for exploring both Harrisville and Parkersburg.
Where can I find campgrounds in Harrisville, WV?
Harrisville offers excellent camping options in the surrounding area. River Run Campground — North Bend State Park is located about 10 miles south of Route 50 on Route 16, offering a peaceful setting with well-maintained facilities. Another nearby option is Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park, which is accessible via Harrisville (recommended route for better road conditions). For additional camping options, consider Backwoods Campground & Winery or Lone Pine Campground at Dodridge County Park, which are also within driving distance of Harrisville.
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