Camp Creek State Park, Twin Falls Resort State Park, and Bluestone Lake State Park provide cabin accommodations within driving distance of Herndon, West Virginia. Located in the Appalachian Mountains where elevations range from 1,500-3,000 feet, these parks experience four distinct seasons with temperature fluctuations of 30-40 degrees between summer and winter months. Winter cabin camping requires additional preparation as many parks maintain limited services from November through March.
What to do
Hiking trails for all levels: Camp Creek State Park features multiple trails including routes to two waterfalls. "The hiking is difficult in some areas but spectacularly beautiful. The campground staff was very friendly, and the amenities were clean and kept up," notes Julie B. Even during low water seasons, the falls remain an attraction with one reviewer mentioning they "were beautiful even without an abundance of water."
Lake activities and rentals: Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground offers both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. "We took a quick drive to Pipestem and swam in the heated, indoor pool that is included in camping fee," shares Jeremiah S. from Meador Campground. The park maintains multiple recreational facilities including tennis and basketball courts.
Stargazing opportunities: The mountaintop location at Hilltop Escape LLC provides exceptional night sky viewing. "The stars from the mountaintop at night are amazing," according to Linda R. Light pollution remains minimal in this rural region, making it ideal for astronomy enthusiasts.
What campers like
Direct trail access: Hilltop Escape positions cabins with immediate access to trail systems. "The campground is literally on several trails. Restaurant on-site. From breakfast to supper," comments Linda R. This location connects directly to the Hatfield-McCoy and Outlaws ATV trail networks.
Peaceful surroundings: Mash Fork Campground — Camp Creek State Park offers sites adjacent to flowing water. "The site I use exclusively has a river running behind it and the sounds lull you to sleep any time of day!" shares Jim P. Many campers report abundant wildlife sightings, with one reviewer noting "deer wandering through the grounds."
Year-round availability: Several properties maintain winter operations. "We were in site number eight, it backed up to the creek and was quite private with the exception of the trail on the other side of the creek," reports Julie B. about her fall visit to Camp Creek. Not all facilities remain operational during off-season, however, with one camper noting "even though the campground is open year round, the bathrooms are not."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: While most cabin accommodations remain available year-round, amenities vary by season. Jessica D. reports about Camp Creek State Park: "It seems like it would be great during regular season. The website information is not accurate so definitely call (we were told when we called that the website is several years out of date)."
Connectivity limitations: Little Beaver State Park Campground provides WiFi, but reliability varies by location. At Twin Falls Resort State Park, one camper noted "Sites have wifi but I could only get it to work 20% of the time" and "No service for Verizon users."
Grocery planning: Stock up on supplies before arrival. Camp Creek State Park maintains "a general store that has just about anything you'd need in a pinch to get by," according to Jim P., but selection remains limited. For extended stays, larger shopping options require driving to nearby towns like Princeton or Beckley.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Lake Stephens Campground features designated play areas and organized activities. "The common area in the middle has a playground, restroom/showers, vending machines and some field area to play. The RV area seems to have grown into a very friendly community. They have regularly scheduled events like movie night," explains Michael F.
Cabin readiness checklist: Prepare for limited kitchen supplies in most cabins. Bring your own linens, pillows, toiletries, and cooking equipment. Cabins typically provide beds, basic furniture, and electricity but not kitchenware or bedding.
Wildlife precautions: Secure food and trash properly as wildlife encounters occur regularly. One Lake Stephens camper reported issues with "raccoons breaking our tent zipper along with having to battle 6 of them at our site," highlighting the importance of proper food storage.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. At Meador Campground, site elevation can vary significantly across the campground, though one camper noted "all sites are paved and some have electric hook ups."
Dump station access: Rifrafters Campground maintains centralized dump facilities. "We spent a lot of time in the morning cleaning out our gray and black tanks. The concrete pad was perfectly level," reports Patience W. Most cabin-focused campgrounds provide dump stations but not always full hookups at each site.
Limited maneuvering space: Carefully evaluate site dimensions before booking larger RVs. "Some of the sites looked like it may take some work to get level. We were in site 20 with a 23 ft TT and got level fairly easily but a longer rig may have difficulty in that site," advises Adam at Little Beaver State Park.
