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Little Beaver State Park Campground welcomes pets at all campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. Located near Hinton, West Virginia, this established campground offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, and showers. Babcock State Park Campground provides similar pet-friendly options with the added benefit of being situated along a river for dogs who enjoy swimming. The park is spectacular with awesome trails all around and the most photographed place in West Virginia is the grist mill. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed at all times, and owners must clean up after their animals. Meador Campground at Bluestone Lake State Park features pet-friendly cabins stocked with minimal kitchen supplies, allowing visitors to bring their own groceries from nearby Hinton.
Hiking trails throughout the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve provide excellent opportunities for exercising dogs while enjoying scenic views. Army Camp and Grandview Sandbar campgrounds offer free primitive camping with pet access to the New River, though swimmers should exercise extreme caution due to strong currents. The Greenbrier River Trail, an 80-mile rail trail accessible from several campgrounds, allows leashed pets and provides multiple access points for dogs to cool off in the water. Campers should be prepared for variable weather conditions, as temperatures in the mountains can drop significantly at night even during summer months. Several campgrounds, including Pipestem Resort State Park, remain open year-round, though Little Beaver State Park closes for winter camping. Veterinary services can be found in Lewisburg, approximately 40 minutes from most Hinton-area campgrounds.
"This CCC State Park is very picturesque and has several hiking trails and the man-made lake is small but offers plenty of recreation possibilities. I found the layout a little strange."
"Note that there is a walking path that runs directly behind the site and will take you over to loop 2. There weren't too many people using it while we were there though."
from $35 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Pipestem Resort State Park Southern West Virginia. We spent 4 nights here. Used this park as a base camp for New River Gorge NP. There's many other State Parks we visited too.
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"There is plenty to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area. There is a lake to fish and boat on."
"New River, just outside of Prince, WV off Route 41 offers upclose and personal riverside camping."
"Through Traffic: Access to the boat ramp is through the campground. Though, traffic is minimal, folks on the way to the ramp and picnic area often drive pretty fast."
"We stayed a weekend in one of the many cabins at the Campground; pet friendly! The RV/Tent camping sites were closed."
"This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River."
"I’ve spent over 150 days camping and hiking in West Virginia n the past four years and keep finding new, wonderful places to enjoy."
"Easy access to river, able to hear it from campsite. Very clean pit toilet bathroom. Road to access is single lane paved/gravel. Best for cars/vans, but did see some small pull behinds."
"This was a convienent campground right off the highway, easy to get to, small but has a few full hookup sites."
"I got spot 6 which back right next to a creek. It was really peaceful. The shower facilities were clean though did smell a bit like mildew."
"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!"
from $33 / night
Check Availability"Besides the aforementioned site hookups there are a lot of new activities to do at pipestem close to the campground on the Pipestem park property such as ziplining and swimming on the lake with inflatables"
"Short drive to Sandstone Falls, which are stunning."
from $55 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away by the river past Thurmond. Great secluded sites. Trailhead for hiking from camp."
"There are some right on the river and a couple more set back closer to the trail. Great spot to set up a hammock, go swimming, or walk on the nearby trails if you aren’t climbing."
"We wanted to be near New River Gorge National Park and the interstate. Booking was a little strange, there's no website or confirmation. You pay by check in a lockbox. "
"Just a wonderful small RV park in rural West Virginia. We needed to stay overnight and Ann was terrific in finding us a spot to stay in. Great hospitality and reasonable prices for the spots."
from $30 - $35 / night
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GuideNeed an overnight stay on 81/77 this is the place. Booked is call them complete the reservation via Campspot app which they use so I had to download it. Place had plenty of sites pull through which I didnt need but they were so accommodating. I had a perfect view of mountains and cow pasture Relaxation and sleep close to bathhouse and office. They also have propane fill for your camper
ScoutWe stayed in Site number 24 which is full hook ups, however, just about all of the sites number is one through 32 are less than desirable either very little room outside your camper or the back in sites are steep hard to level your camper and very little room to set a set of chairs out I would not camp in this area of the campground again.
ScoutGreat campground, very nice, clean bath house. Park is easy to find
TravelerHuge campground. Well maintained. The lake is gorgeous, great for kayaking or paddle boarding
GuideWhat a great find! Private sites, nice walking areas, and great hosts. Top it off with clean bathrooms with great showers and this was a win for us. It may not be suitable for bigger rigs but for our 22’ van, it was perfect.
ScoutThe website is dead and so is the phone number. No reservations possible.
ScoutNot bad for a quick overnight especially if it’s raining (concrete level). Little loud overnight with incoming traffic.
ScoutGreat campground. Very clean. Campsites are well placed.
GuideBeautiful area but not really campervan friendly. Great location and climbing areas. But vehicle sites are very level.
Camping near Hinton, West Virginia offers diverse terrain with elevations ranging from 1,400 feet in town to over 3,000 feet in the surrounding mountains. These significant elevation changes create temperature swings that can drop 15-20 degrees at night, even during summer months. Many campsites provide direct access to the New River or Bluestone Lake, with waterfront sites requiring early arrival during peak season.
Hiking the Greenbrier River Trail: The 80-mile former railroad corridor provides gentle grades perfect for day hikes with dogs. "Several nice walking trails directly from the campground," notes a visitor at Pipestem Resort State Park Campground, adding "There is a nice trailhead right nearby" for easy access.
Fishing at Bluestone Lake: The backwaters where Bluestone River meets New River create productive fishing spots. A camper at Meador Campground observed, "There were TONS of deer all around (just hanging out eating vegetation) during our short one night stay," making wildlife viewing an added bonus.
Visit the Historic Grist Mill: One of the area's most photographed landmarks offers educational and photography opportunities. A camper at Babcock State Park Campground noted, "Cute gift shop. WiFi lounge at park store. No food store or restaurants nearby," so plan provisions accordingly.
Private riverside camping: Free primitive sites provide direct water access. "This is an exceptionally well maintained camping area. There are 2 separate pit toilet bathrooms with dumpsters, one by the dispersed camping and one by the main parking area," writes a camper at Grandview Sandbar Campground.
Spacious wooded sites: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Hinton feature well-spaced sites with natural separation. "Sites are big and spread out. It's quiet. Walking trails all over," shared a visitor at Little Beaver State Park who appreciated the privacy.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Deer sightings are common throughout the area. A camper at Meador Campground remarked, "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."
Limited pet-friendly cabins: Some parks offer select cabins where pets are allowed. "We stayed a weekend in one of the many cabins at the Campground; pet friendly! The cabin was stocked with minimal kitchen ware, we brought in our groceries," notes a visitor at Meador Campground.
Seasonal closures affect availability: Not all camping areas remain open year-round. "Just a quick FYI, there is no camping in the winter," reports a visitor at Mash Fork Campground, so check operating seasons before planning winter visits.
Water safety concerns: The New River has powerful currents requiring caution. "The river is nearby, but none of the sites are on the river. There's an accessible site and also accessible trail to a bench along the river," explains a camper at Army Camp Campground, suggesting safer viewing options.
Choose campgrounds with playgrounds: Several parks offer dedicated play areas for children. "Nice playgrounds clean lots 30 and 50 amp service as well as boondock sites. Waterfalls are easily accessible," writes a visitor at Mash Fork Campground.
Look for multi-activity parks: Some campgrounds offer diverse recreation beyond hiking. A family at Pipestem Resort State Park found "Lots to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area. There is a lake to fish and boat on."
Consider camp store proximity: Stores provide convenience when camping with kids. "The bathhouse is very clean with great water pressure and hot water. There is also a small laundry room. There is a convenient store on site with tons of goodies," noted a camper at Pipestem, helpful for forgotten essentials.
Check site dimensions carefully: Many campgrounds have size limitations. "Most of the sites are wooded and would be a bit difficult for a rig our size but they are very nice," cautioned an RVer at Pipestem Resort State Park with a larger setup.
Narrow access roads require caution: Mountain roads can challenge larger vehicles. "It is a one lane road to get to the campground and can get tight when other vehicles pass, but we got down there with our F250 truck and camper when a big grater and the park ranger came by," reported a camper at Army Camp.
Limited hookup availability: Full-service sites are limited at some parks. "Sites have water and electric. 1-31 have full hookup. 32-49 electric only. 50-82 water & electric," detailed a visitor at Pipestem Resort State Park, highlighting the importance of reserving specific sites based on needs.
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