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Equestrian Camping near Dryfork, WV
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East Fork Campground and Horse Stables provides direct access to the Greenbrier River Trail and West Fork Rail Trail for equestrian campers. The campground features full hookup sites for RVs, tent camping areas, and accommodations specifically designed for those traveling with horses. Horse owners can utilize the on-site stables while staying at this peaceful riverside location. The facilities are well-maintained and clean, with water and electric hookups available at campsites for $32 per night. The campground caters primarily to horse enthusiasts, with most visitors bringing their own horses for trail riding adventures in the surrounding Monongahela National Forest.
Located within Pocahontas County's "Quiet Zone," East Fork Campground offers a uniquely peaceful environment for horses and riders alike. The surrounding mountains provide scenic trail riding opportunities with varied terrain suitable for different experience levels. Water access is available for horses at the adjacent river, and the campground's proximity to multiple trail systems makes it ideal for both day rides and extended equestrian excursions. The campground owners are particularly welcoming to equestrians, maintaining the stables and horse facilities to high standards. Riders should note that the nearby town of Durbin has limited services, so bringing all necessary feed, tack, and supplies is recommended. The century-old Durbin Rocket train runs nearby, offering a unique backdrop for this horse-friendly camping destination.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Dryfork (10)
1. Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping
"The main reason I'm reluctant to give it five stars(I gave it 4) is because nearly all of its many campsites cannot be entered by vehicle; you have to park next to the dirt road that runs north-south through"
"Some you walk-in a short distance but are rewarded with amazing sites on the creek, secluded and wooded. Other places you can camp in your vehicle or park at the site."
2. Spruce Knob Lake Campground
"It is about 5 miles from the summit of Spruce Knob (highest peak in West Virginia). Tow campers smaller in size can certainly make it, although mostly tent camping which I like. "
"The Spruce Knob Lake Campground offers extra-large camp sites with lots of shade and so much undergrowth I only saw my neighbors when I took a walk to check out the campground."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $32 / night
3. Revelle’s River Resort
"Restaurant, Shavers Saloon, was walking distance and had full bar with good food. Service there was great. Bathrooms were older but very clean. Plenty of hot water."
"This seemed to be a well laid out campground with sites for weekenders in maybe the best location right along the river and the seasonal campers spread out around."
4. Yokums Vacationland and Princess Snowbirds Indian Village
"I go there to climb and both sites are close to the rocks. I have camped there just about every month of the year. Be forwarded this entire area has no cell service due to the Green radio telescopes."
5. Laurel Fork Campground
"Laurel fork campground is a nice place to go if you are looking to get away from the busy life. It’s not a very large camp ground or heavily populated. Finding a spot shouldn’t be a problem."
"Biggest surprise, given the location on the creek and remoteness of the campground ( settled deep in the woods) , there were No Bugs to speak of! Tons of wildflowers and butterflies!"
6. East Fork Campground and Horse Stables
"Very peaceful, surrounded by mountains. The campground had stables and catered to people with horses, but we felt very welcomed by the owners."
"We stayed for one night but most of the others staying there had horses and were staying a while."
7. Kumbrabow State Forest
"**
Kumbrabow State Forest offers lots of great trails, rustic cabins, and a primitive campground.""Beautiful campground located in the middle of nowhere. Quiet and peaceful with a fantastic stream going through the campground to either fish or play in."
Check Availabilityfrom $16 - $60 / night
8. Trout Pond Recreation Area
"There is Rockcliff lake and small beach area, an overlook (Lina Constable Overlook) to hike to right off the camp loop but it’s 1 mile steep incline at times but worth every step. Gorgeous!"
"The area closes completely (entrance gate is locked) from Dec 21 - May 1. The site was super clean and well maintained. Lots of hiking trails and a very easy one that loops around the Rockcliff Lake."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $105 / night
9. Big Run State Park Campground
"The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds."
"You have to know what you're getting here - there ARE campsites with amenities, near water and bathrooms, but not all of them have the amenities. "
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $55 / night
10. Lost River State Park Campground
Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 1 hr 43 min from Morgantown, WV
- 1 hr 54 min from Winchester, VA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Dryfork, WV
72 Reviews of 10 Dryfork Campgrounds
- AAlicia C.
ScoutGandy Creek Dispersed Camping
White noise of the creek
Overnight tent camping with my dog. Saw a raccoon in a tree. So private and peaceful. The water and wind at night made for a nice relaxing sleep. Plenty of trails to explore.
- MMichael H.Scout
East Fork Campground and Horse Stables
East Fork Campgrounds is highly recommended.
We were there for a short time Arriving on Aug. 17th. Our trip plan was to see the steam engine trains.
Camp grounds was very clean and well kept. The sites were grass with gravel pads where the camper was placed. We plan to come back again and stay longer. There are a lot of places to visit and enjoy the area site seeing.
The manager was very accommodating. We had a problem with a water line. The manager came over and helped us find parts and repair the water line.
- JJoe G.Traveler
Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping
Peaceful place
Great spots by the creek. Its nice to wake up by the water and relax with a cup of coffee. Good trails to walk also
- RRic M.
RangerGandy Creek Dispersed Camping
pretty well dispersed along the beautiful Gandy Creek
The main reason I'm reluctant to give it five stars(I gave it 4) is because nearly all of its many campsites cannot be entered by vehicle; you have to park next to the dirt road that runs north-south through the campable section, making the bulk of them far from ideal for those with campers or rooftop tents, especially given that it's a dirt road, that will be kicking up dirt onto that rooftop tent.
I am aware of at least three along the road that you can drive into, but I have never seen those few drive-in-able sites unoccupied on a weekend, and typically not on a weekday either.
The campsites themselves are wonderful in just about every other regard. Some of them are dispersed enough that you can see no other campsite from yours, and nearly all of them are much more dispersed then you would get at any typical state park's campground.
Almost all of the campsites also have their own views of and direct access to Gandy creek, which I have never seen not flowing generously year-round. Some of the campsites are in places where the water is pooled enough that you could go wading or swimming in. And all of it is good fishing.
The campsites vary significantly in size and shade, so you can get ones with more sun if you prefer, more shade if you prefer that.
All of the campsites are free and I'm pretty sure that the time limit is two weeks maximum, as it is for all the camping areas throughout the Monongahela National forest.
Are you into hiking? There are seemingly countless trails within walkable distance from campsites and certainly within 10 minutes' driving distance, many of them connecting up at the top so you can make a loop by crossing over from one to another and then back down to the dirt road. From what I have seen those trails are not the most well-maintained however. Which means that it can be nettlesome— literally— as in overrun with nettles— during certain seasons, particularly July and August, so you might want to take a machete with you so you can chop them out of the way as you hike upward.
Jennifer R.ScoutGandy Creek Dispersed Camping
Not an actual campground but a dispersed camping area
I love Gandy Creek! I have camped at 4 different sites and have explored and reconned almost all of them! Some you walk-in a short distance but are rewarded with amazing sites on the creek, secluded and wooded. Other places you can camp in your vehicle or park at the site. My favorite areas are on the creek. Lots of privacy, every site is unique and special in it's own way. There's minimal cell reception and by that I mean you'll be walking along and all the sudden your phone will start dinging because you hit a pocket where you get one bar of reception and the text messages pour in lol! Used to be a gravel packed road but they started some paving last year. I haven't been there in 10 months or so but plan to later this summer.
There are lots of trails, LOTS, all around that area. There's a really cool rock formation where the creek goes under the Whitmer Road Bridge (I forget the name of it). There is a pit toilet on either end of the camping area but you're not really close to one. I totally recommend being self-contained. Dispose of your waste properly, please. It's one of my favorite areas and even when it's hot it's a great place to camp because the elevation and the creek.
- Kevin C.Ranger
Revelle’s River Resort
Beautiful Location
My family and I liked this campground a lot. We had a camp site that was right against the river with full hookups. This seemed to be a well laid out campground with sites for weekenders in maybe the best location right along the river and the seasonal campers spread out around. The camp store was nice with everything you need, and the staff and owners were friendly as well. We were there for a long weekend and all agreed we would go back.
Dana M.
GuideLaurel Fork Campground
Great Find!
This is a perfect little campground! Quiet, small and clean. Pit toilet was very clean and well stocked. Animal proof trash disposal was very convenient and newly emptied. Our site was right on the creek and the sound was awesome for sleeping. Biggest surprise, given the location on the creek and remoteness of the campground ( settled deep in the woods) , there were No Bugs to speak of! Tons of wildflowers and butterflies! We stayed 3 nights and could have stayed more if we had more time.
- KKatie H.Scout
Big Run State Park Campground
Great primitive campsite
This is one of my favorite Western Maryland hideaways. The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds. The camp sites next to the reservoir have no privacy but offer extremely easy access for canoes/kayaks. Clean and well maintained. The camp store nearby offers a good selection of basics along with boat rentals
Guide to Dryfork
Camping options near Dryfork, West Virginia include dispersed sites along waterways and established campgrounds within the Monongahela National Forest. At elevations between 2,500-4,000 feet, the region experiences cool nights even in summer, with temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding valleys. The area's remote location creates ideal conditions for stargazing due to minimal light pollution.
What to do
Fishing in mountain streams: Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping area provides access to excellent trout fishing opportunities. "Great dispersed camping area. Camped here in winter and just pulled into the first designated spot. There was snow but the fire pit was easy to dig out. Very quiet in late December and the sound of the creek was really peaceful," notes Justin L.
Hiking mountain trails: The Spruce Knob Lake Campground offers access to approximately 60 miles of trails in the surrounding forest. "Many hiking opportunities with excellent birding especially in spring or fall during migration," explains Tim M. The area includes paths suitable for day hikes of varying difficulty.
Kayaking on mountain lakes: The clear waters at Big Run State Park provide excellent paddling opportunities. "The camp sites next to the reservoir have no privacy but offer extremely easy access for canoes/kayaks. Clean and well maintained. The camp store nearby offers a good selection of basics along with boat rentals," shares Katie H.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: At Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping, campers appreciate the isolation. "I love Gandy Creek! I have camped at 4 different sites and have explored and reconned almost all of them! Some you walk-in a short distance but are rewarded with amazing sites on the creek, secluded and wooded," writes Jennifer R.
Natural soundscapes: The gentle sounds of flowing water enhance the camping experience. "We picked a spot about halfway into the dispersed camping area, creek side along the Gandy creek. The only others we saw from our campsite were people fishing downstream from our camp and they were respectful of our space," reports Melanie S.
Stargazing opportunities: The remote setting of Kumbrabow State Forest provides excellent night sky viewing. Located at 3,000 feet, it's the highest state forest in West Virginia. Jennifer B. describes it as "a wonderful place to unplug and unwind," where the elevation and distance from cities creates optimal conditions for stargazing.
What you should know
Remote location preparation: Laurel Fork Campground requires advance planning. "Just getting to Laurel Fork Campground is a backwoods, seemingly endless gravel road journey. So something tells you…this is gonna be a good spot. Its out there…I mean, really out there," cautions Dave V. The campground offers no running water, electricity, or showers.
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds in the region have minimal connectivity. "Download your maps before you come, because there's no cell service and you'll truly get away," advises Jean C. about Spruce Knob Lake Campground.
Weather variability: Mountain elevations cause rapid weather changes. "The skies opened up, a large limb fell on my tent and the water level began rising. I was so scared I went and slept in my car somewhere else. Later I learned this area is prone to flooding," shares Kelly G. about camping near Seneca Rocks.
Tips for camping with families
Creek exploration for children: Kids enjoy wading in the shallow streams at Big Run State Park Campground. "Used lot 73 for a 26ft hybrid camper. Fit perfectly! It was flat, large, clean and right by the creek. The kids loved playing in the water," reports Andy C.
Wildlife observation opportunities: Streams in the area are full of aquatic life. "Stream was incredible and lively with trout and crayfish," notes Nathan S. about Big Run State Park. These natural aquariums provide educational entertainment for children.
Pack extra clothing layers: Temperature fluctuations in mountain environments require preparation. Even summer evenings can drop into the 50s, making warm sleepwear and extra blankets essential for family comfort.
Tips for RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: At Revelle's River Resort, RVers can find suitable full-hookup spots. "We had a camp site that was right against the river with full hookups. This seemed to be a well laid out campground with sites for weekenders in maybe the best location right along the river," shares Kevin C.
Road access considerations: Mountain roads present challenges for larger vehicles. "Depending on the time of year you decide to make this memorable journey…bring plenty of repellent. The trails are along the river and have thick undergrowth…a haven for skeeters," advises Dave V.
Elevation affects vehicle performance: When traveling to high-elevation campgrounds near Dryfork, vehicles pulling campers may strain. "Unless you have a powerful vehicle pulling your camper, it would help to release your water supply and fill up when you get to the campground," suggests Chris J. about traveling to mountain campsites.
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