Best Campgrounds near Hico, WV

Hico is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Hico, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Hico, West Virginia (122)

    1. Rifrafters Campground

    30 Reviews
    Fayetteville, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 564-1065

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Some really great beer places close by as well. Nice a shady too. I’d like to go back and do some exploring around the area. Just be careful with what gps app you use."

    "They walked us to our site and helped us back into our spot. Everything worked well with all of the hookups. It was a quiet and clean campground."

    2. Babcock State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Winona, WV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 438-3004

    $33 / night

    "The most photographed place in west Virginia is the grist mill. Awesome trails all around."

    "Babcock State Park, located in the thriving megapolis of Clifton, West Virginia is postcard perfect!"

    3. Chestnut Creek Campground

    20 Reviews
    Lansing, WV
    4 miles
    Website

    $10 - $11 / night

    "Great tent campground very near the New River gorge and close by Summerville Lake and the Gulley River. Multiple campsites in heavily forested area. Drive up to the sites."

    "They have showers and clean bathrooms just a short walk from any site. All sites are big and you can pick from any available. The host is just a text or call away and he replies very quickly."

    4. Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    19 Reviews
    Summersville Lake, WV
    11 miles
    Website

    "We took site 269 for the proximity to one of the little playgrounds and easy walk to bathrooms. We had a great time and it was easy to let our 3 year old play while we setup."

    "I used to love Mtn Lake because of their secluded primitive camping where deer often visit and provided a quiet place away from the busy RV sites, however they gave into demand and now have overrun the"

    5. Battle Run

    15 Reviews
    Keslers Cross Lanes, WV
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 872-3459

    $24 - $40 / night

    "Whether it's weekend camping with friends/ family or some where to crash after a long day on the lake/ river you won't regret staying in beautiful West Virginia."

    "The restroom & shower facilities were easily within walking distance. The facilities could use a deep clean but overall were fine."

    6. Arrowhead Bike Farm

    11 Reviews
    Fayetteville, WV
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 900-5501

    $10 - $85 / night

    "Great campground adjacent to New River Gorge National Park. Within a short walk/bike to multiple biking and hiking trailheads. Close enough to bike into Fayetteville (a cool little town)."

    "Good amenities plenty of space, and walking distance from some of the best views in the park!"

    7. New River Campground

    14 Reviews
    Gauley Bridge, WV
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 632-9821

    $30 - $40 / night

    "I told them I did not have these capabilities in my rig and they gave me sole access to the handicapped shower."

    "The owner goes around the campground at 430p offering firewood for $5/bundle. The view from our full hookup campsite is hands down amazing!! We're situated directly on the New River in Gauley Bridge."

    8. Adventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek

    9 Reviews
    Lansing, WV
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (855) 379-8738

    $7 - $69 / night

    "This spot was a short drive away from awesome rock climbing in the New River Gorge."

    "The white water rafting was incredible and the staff all around was FANTASTIC. The only downside would be the campsites (tent camping) being very close to one another."

    9. Ace Adventure Resort

    14 Reviews
    Thurmond, WV
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 787-3982

    $15 - $600 / night

    "Nearby are showers and restrooms. They have individual rooms that can be locked that has the restroom in with the shower stall. Lots of biking and equestrian trails available."

    "We were able to go whitewater rafting one day and then explored the surrounding area on another day. The resort is awesome. They have cabins and they have hot tubs."

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

    17 Reviews
    Thurmond, WV
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 465-0508

    "Tucked away by the river past Thurmond. Great secluded sites. Trailhead for hiking from camp."

    "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."

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Recent Reviews near Hico, WV

581 Reviews of 122 Hico Campgrounds


  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    Great area!

    This was near the water with pit toilets available but not in good condition. Areas to fish and good camping areas spaced apart. Friday night and there was only a few campers. If it’s full glade creek is four miles up the road and our personal favorite. So plenty of options and both great spots!

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    New favorite!

    This area is our favorite we have been in all of the eastern states. So the sites all have fire pits and picnic tables and there’s tons of wood around to burn. There’s two pit toilet restrooms on both sides of the campground and a full area by the water for walk in tent camping. Boat ramp for anyone wanting to kayak and a big beach area to play in the water so perfect for my dog and kid. No one was around so we had the place to ourselves but each area is well spaced.

  • SkywaystoHighways.com Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Babcock State Park Campground

    All the Amenities and then some!

    We truly enjoyed our stay at this park. Its peacefully serene setting was exactly what we needed after a weekend long festival. Ya just can’t beat a free hot shower with great water pressure and affordable laundry facilities! Ya know?! Nice trails to forage and nearby Gristmill to top it all off. If we’d had the time, we would’ve stayed an extra night.

  • Brac S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Gauley Tailwaters Campground — Gauley River National Recreation Area

    Don’t understand the positive reviews

    We headed here based on the reviews, there were other campers that were there for rafting (Sept release season) but camping was literally a parking lot with fire pits around it. We stayed just up the road at Battle Run, which was a beautiful place (paid of course).

  • Ronnie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2025

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    Nice place

    Trails were never nicely marked and well cleared. Good size spaces and distance between each camper.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Kanawha State Forest

    Beautiful state forest

    New bathrooms. Sites are well spaced and clean.

  • Charles C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Arrowhead Bike Farm

    Great spot for National Park Access

    Great campground adjacent to New River Gorge National Park. Within a short walk/bike to multiple biking and hiking trailheads. Close enough to bike into Fayetteville (a cool little town). Onsite bike shop with rentals and repairs, restaurant, and bar. A handful of full hookup sites and open field camping for rv/van/car/tents. $11 for the field and $50 for hookup when I was here last n September 2025. Easy online or in person booking and checkin. Friendly, helpful staff. Peaceful place to stay a few nights if you want to hike or bike in the park or check out Fayetteville.

  • Tamara W.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    Nice campground but….

    We camped here for 3 nights the campground is very large with multiple nice playgrounds for children, hiking trails frisbee golf, miniature golf, a beach lake access and other things I’m sure I’m not aware of I did walk a hiking trail and it was nice. There are lots of trees so as fall approaches it will be a beautiful area. The cons most sites are not level at all, there is one single bath house for each level making some sites very far from a bathroom/shower, the showers are very rough we checked 2 different bath houses both the same . Bathrooms also are cleaned only once per day per a post telling the cleaning times however the men’s facility was dirty and with out paper towels up until the day we left. It is pet friendly that is a big plus for us since we have no kids with us now but 2 fur babies. However we were unaware you need their rabies certificate with you there was no mention of this when I booked the site we have stayed lots of places and have never been asked for that before thankfully they allowed me to contact the vet Monday morning to get them emailed. Overall a nice stay

  • SkywaystoHighways.com Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Kanawha State Forest

    Beautiful surroundings

    Had an overnight stay here on our way to Red River Gorge. This was a nice stop. Fairly quiet with the exception of an annoying dog that barked incessantly and the campers across from us that had to jump in their car and drive full speed to nowhere every 20 minutes. All night long…. Pick up your firewood elsewhere unless you prefer absurdly small bundles at $8.49 per. We had site 31. Some sites are on the small side. Big rigs beware. All in all, a good spot to rest and enjoy some tree therapy.


Guide to Hico

Camping near Hico, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore New River Gorge National Park: This park is just a short drive away and is perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and whitewater rafting. One visitor mentioned, "Rifrafters is a wonderful family-run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area."
  • Visit local attractions: Check out the historic town of Thurmond, which is nearby. A camper shared, "Thurmond is a great little historical train town with a nice visitor's center."
  • Enjoy water activities: Many campgrounds are near rivers and lakes, making them ideal for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. One reviewer 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 Rifrafters Campground said, "The bathhouse was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water."
  • Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have helpful and welcoming staff. One camper remarked, "The family that runs the place is very nice," at Kanawha State Forest.
  • Peaceful surroundings: Campers enjoy the tranquility of the area. A reviewer mentioned, "It was very peaceful and quiet at night," about Chestnut Creek Campground.

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups or drinking water. A camper at Grandview Sandbar Campground noted, "The bathrooms are very old and the pits stink throughout the campground."
  • Reservations may be needed: Some popular campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. One visitor advised, "Get there early to make sure you get a spot," at Glade Creek Campground.
  • Road conditions vary: Some campgrounds are accessed via narrow, winding roads. A camper mentioned, "It is a bit challenging to reach with a large(ish) van like ours," at Kanawha State Forest.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. One camper at Babcock State Park said, "The grounds are also quite large and lovely. The staff are also friendly and attentive."
  • Plan for outdoor fun: Bring bikes or hiking gear to explore the trails. A visitor shared, "This place is about a 10-minute drive from downtown Charleston, some really beautiful trails and great for mountain biking," about Kanawha State Forest.
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Some campgrounds may not have markets nearby. A camper at Chestnut Creek Campground mentioned, "It’s very close to the park as well as Fayetteville in case you need any supplies."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A reviewer at Battle Run noted, "The restroom & shower facilities were easily within walking distance."
  • Look for full hookups: If you need electricity and water, confirm availability before booking. A camper at New River Campground mentioned, "The view from our full hookup campsite is hands down amazing!!"
  • Be prepared for noise: Some campgrounds are near roads or railways. A visitor at Stone Cliff Campground said, "Trains go by on the other side of the river ~2-3 times per night."

Camping near Hico, West Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hico, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hico, WV offers a wide range of camping options, with 122 campgrounds and RV parks near Hico, WV and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Hico, WV?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hico, WV is Rifrafters Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 30 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hico, WV?

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

What parks are near Hico, WV?

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