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Very friendly people and my dog loved the dog park.
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Beech Fork State Park and Old Orchard Campground permit pets across multiple camping options including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. Both campgrounds maintain clean facilities with regularly maintained bathhouses and provide access to the lake for recreation. Visitors note that while the WiFi is limited and cell service can be weak, the park headquarters offers a general store with grocery items, firewood, and souvenirs. The family-friendly environment includes paved walking trails, playgrounds, basketball courts, and a swimming pool during summer months.
Falls Campground in nearby Fallsburg, Kentucky offers waterfront sites along Blaine Creek where dogs can cool off during hot summer days. The campground provides a relaxed atmosphere compared to more restrictive state parks, with ample space for children to play while remaining visible from most campsites. Robert Newlon Airpark RV Park features a dedicated dog park alongside its full-hookup concrete pad sites, though campers should be aware of nearby train tracks that can be noisy. Virginia Point Campground provides pets with gravel surfaces throughout the RV area and is well-patrolled by local law enforcement. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to be leashed when outside vehicles or camping units, with owners responsible for waste cleanup and keeping barking to a minimum to respect quiet hours.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Lavalette (68)
1. Four Coves Campground — Beech Fork State Park
"The spots on the lake are our favorites, but are usually first to fill up. You won't be far from the lake wherever your spot is. The full hookup spots are in my opinion most crowded."
"This place is so pretty its positively photogenic! Monday - Wednesday we had our loop all to ourselves. We were visited by geese, ducks and deer."
2. Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
"It has very close proximity to I-64 in West Virginia, and you can hear the traffic pretty clearly."
"This is a very cozy park tucked in between US60 and I64. We are in site 14 and its not quite level, but they were generous with gravel so the drainage is good! No parking in puddles!"
3. Beach Fork Lake Lower Bowen
"You can get a spot right next to the lake. Now the bad... Not much at the camp store. Verizon service is non-existent. The WiFi only works when you get within a few feet of the office."
"The lake was lower but it was still nice. The bath houses were impressively clean. They have a nice Park Head quarters with a general store that has grocery items, firewood, and cool souvenirs."
4. Old Orchard Campground — Beech Fork State Park
"The good... peaceful, nice lake with some spots next to the lake. The bad... not much of a camp store, the wifi is horrible, no Verizon service."
"Same lake but a bit of a drive to get to each other. At the campground side there is a pool. During the evening hours they offered kid friends activities like slip and slid."
5. Falls Campground
"The sites are nice and most have direct access to the creek and beach area. Privately owned so not ruled to death like some state park campgrounds."
"There's a dollar general at the entrance."
from $37 - $72 / night
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"Very friendly people and my dog loved the dog park."
"A good little dog park that was extremely clean, putt putt, and more. I would come back again in the off season just cause we like camping with less crowds."
from $55 - $85 / night
Check Availability7. Yatesville Lake State Park Campground
"In my opinion the best sites are the boat in tent camping sites down the hill by the lake. The sites also run along a gravel rode that can be used to hike in."
"It's been a few years since I've visited Yatesville Lake State Park Campgrounds but it used to be a staple of my summer. The campsites are a LONG distance from each other."
from $24 - $36 / night
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"Maybe include some hike/bike trails. Dreamland public pool is on the road that leads to the park, and also a small railroad museum (unsure if it is operational at present)."
from $10 - $25 / night
Check Availability9. Pappy's Creekside Camp
"Campground is located right next to the East Lynn outlaw trails. The owner and staff very friendly and even set us up with a local group to show us around."
"We ride with the WV Outlaws and they take you on awesome trail and creek rides!! Kids love the creeks on hot days they have so much fun!! "
from $20 - $50 / night
Check Availability10. Robert Newlon Airpark RV Park Huntington, WV
"The park is located on a local airstrip with parachutists, apparently jumping on Sundays. All sites are within a few feet of a great bar and restaurant which was perfect after a long day on the road."
from $45 / night
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Drive Time
- 6 min from Huntington, WV
- 1 hr 43 min from Beckley, WV
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lavalette, WV
436 Reviews of 68 Lavalette Campgrounds
Kim H.
TravelerOhio River Campground and Marina — Shawnee State Park
Very Peaceful, Very Clean
We stayed in Site 09. The sites are spacious with level, asphalted pads. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table.
Toward the front of the campground is a great splash pad, playground, and dog park, which includes an agility course. These are located away from the RV's; therefore, the campground was very quiet and peaceful.
Nearby was a marina, fishing access, and an archery range. The surrounding hills are pretty.
The bath house was clean. A laundry room was available.
The only drawback was the lack of shade. Because this place is relatively new, in time--as the planted seedlings grow--this problem will lessen.
- JJohn R.
LegendOhio River Campground and Marina — Shawnee State Park
Large beautiful diverse fun.
Just a beautiful park. Clean well maintained. Lots of amenities. Paddle boats, marina, 18 hole disc golf, bike park, huge dog park, store,archery range, playground and trails.
- Laura H.Legend
Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
Party Central
We enjoyed our stay at Huntington/Fox Fire KOA! This is a holiday KOA that offers more amenities for vacationers. It has very close proximity to I-64 in West Virginia, and you can hear the traffic pretty clearly.
The staff is wonderful, they obviously care very much about their jobs and we enjoyed talking to them. They keep the property very clean which is saying a lot because it’s a very busy park. Each day we watched the park nearly empty and by sundown it was mostly full again. On the weekends it was full to capacity, and it’s occupants were out enjoying their time!
There is: great cellular for TMobile and AT&T, laundry, dog walk area, storage, cabins, a store, a swimming pond, small beach area, and some sites have fire pits. The picnic tables were pretty dated.
The hookups are a little strange. You share pedestals in many of the sites. And the arrangement is a little strange but it works.
Cheryl T.
GuideRobert Newlon Airpark RV Park Huntington, WV
Nice campground train tracks directly next to it
The campground is small. Has a nice dog park. Pickle ball courts Cafe Sky diving right here. The Ohio river is visible. The only real problem comes with the train tracks right here. The trains are close and do blow their whistle for crossing by the office.
- William I.Scout
Moxley Branch Campground — Beech Fork State Park
Looking for a great getaway with lots of stuff to do?
Go to Beech Fork! I’ve been camping here with my family for close to ten years now and we always have a blast. I’ve stayed in primitive sites and RV sites and you can’t really go wrong with either (my review will be 4 stars until I check out the cabins)! Whether you’re looking to spend some time on the lake, fish, hike, bike, or even learn a thing or two about West Virginia history, Beech Fork will typically have you covered. The park stays clean and the staff are pretty good people as well!
Todd C.
RangerAshland Huntington West Campground
Nice Campground Close to Interstate
KOA Review
The campground it’s self is very clean and taken care of. We were there in early March with winter temps. The staff was extremely nice and helpful, bath house and laundry was clean. The water at our site was inoperable and they offered to move us without me even having to ask which was nice. The site could be maintained better ours had lots of tire ruts and fire pit could have been better for the price. Overall it’s a good campground with amenities in great shape. A good little dog park that was extremely clean, putt putt, and more. I would come back again in the off season just cause we like camping with less crowds.
Jacqueline H.ScoutOasis Point RV Resort & Adventure Lake
Very peaceful
Quiet spot next to an industrial area. Nice view of man-made lake with a number of fishing huts for catch-and-release fishing. Pets allowed leashed, with no tie-outs permitted. Helpful owner who escorted us to our campsite with full service hookups but no picnic table or fire ring (some sites had tables). We had a peaceful overnight stay.
Cyndy & Selena R.GuidePoppy Mountain Campground
Off Season-Place to Ourselves
Got there in April and basically no one was there which was awesome. Although we did lose our long haired cat named Trouble, she has her collar and chip but there were dogs around and she never came back. Attached is a picture. Other than the weather and losing Trouble it was great.
Guide to Lavalette
Lavalette, West Virginia sits in the southwestern portion of the state along the banks of Beech Fork Lake at approximately 600 feet elevation. The camping season typically runs April through October with summer temperatures averaging in the mid-80s. Most campgrounds in this region feature a mix of wooded and open sites with variable cell service coverage depending on proximity to main highways.
What to do
Fishing access points: Yatesville Lake State Park Campground offers multiple fishing spots where visitors can catch "catfish, bass, bluegill, and crappie" as noted by Karen P., who found the "boat ramp was just a short drive over the hill and easy access."
Water recreation: Oasis Point RV Resort features unique water activities beyond swimming. According to Karen P., they have "a large pond that has a nice beach, a huge slide and a zip line. They have kayaks, paddle boards and floats first come first serve."
Nearby attractions: When staying at Huntington / Fox Fire KOA, campers can visit regional sites like the Kenova Pumpkin House. Bridget H. mentioned, "We came to this campground because it was close to the Kenova Pumpkin House. We rented a cabin on a cute little pond."
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Yatesville Lake State Park receives consistent praise for site layout. Todd C. stated the sites are "well spaced out," while Danielle A. added that sites are "quite spacious and spaced out from other sites compared to other campgrounds."
Clean facilities: Beach Fork Lake Lower Bowen maintains high cleanliness standards according to Beth F., who was impressed with "impressively clean" bathhouses. She also mentioned that "the area was clean, well maintained, easily accessible and still fully immersed in nature."
Water features: Many campers appreciate the direct water access at Falls Campground. Hank M. noted that "the sites are nice and most have direct access to the creek and beach area," making it convenient for cooling off during hot summer months.
What you should know
Traffic noise: Several campgrounds experience highway noise. At Huntington / Fox Fire KOA, Sarah S. reported "lots of highway noise," while Bridget H. noted "you could hear the traffic all night."
Cell coverage limitations: Cell service varies significantly by location. Jerry S. at Beach Fork Lake Lower Bowen warned that "Verizon service is non-existent. The WiFi only works when you get within a few feet of the office."
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the area are busiest from Memorial Day through Labor Day. At Virginia Point Campground, Jon C. noted the "area has a lot of potential to become a destination" but currently has limited amenities outside of concrete pads.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly water activities: Huntington / Fox Fire KOA offers structured activities for children. William I. recommended, "make sure you rent a banana bike! Super fun," and mentioned "their swimming lake is pretty fun and provided hours of entertainment for the youngins in our group."
Playground access: Beach Fork Lake Lower Bowen provides multiple recreation options. Beth F. highlighted the "nice Park Head quarters with a general store" and noted there were "extremely nice paved walking trails, parks, playgrounds, basketball court and pool."
Room for play: Pappy's Creekside Camp creates space for children to enjoy outdoor activities. One reviewer said, "Kids love the creeks on hot days they have so much fun," while another mentioned it's "an absolutely awesome place for kids and adults."
Tips from RVers
Site surfaces: Virginia Point Campground offers solid foundations for RVs. Jon C. noted, "Every RV site has a level concrete pad, making setup easy. Otherwise the rest of the RV area is gravel, without any trees or obstructions."
Hookup options: Falls Campground provides multiple service levels. Dustin M. mentioned sites have "50/30/20 amp, water and sewer hookups" and his "site was very level, maybe 1/2" low on the camp side."
Pet accommodations: For those seeking pet-friendly camping near Lavalette, West Virginia, Oasis Point RV Resort welcomes pets with some restrictions. Jacqueline H. stated "Pets allowed leashed, with no tie-outs permitted" and recommended getting a helpful escort to your campsite.
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