Best Cabin Camping near Marlinton, WV

Cabin camping is an amazing way to experience Marlinton, while still enjoying a little rustic luxury. Finding a place to cabin camp near Marlinton is easier than ever. You're sure to find the perfect cabin rental for your Marlinton camping adventure.

Best Cabin Sites Near Marlinton, West Virginia (25)

    John R.'s photo of a cabin at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Douthat State Park Campground near Clifton Forge, VA

    1. Douthat State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    88 Photos
    225 Saves
    Clifton Forge, Virginia

    Cabins

    To camp at Douthat State Park you must have with you either your reservation number(s) or confirmation letter at check-in. If you've arranged for someone else to check in for you, make sure that person has your reservation number as the number is needed to enter the cabin. All cabins are pet-friendly; there is a fee per pet per night. Camping and cabin guests should be prepared to show a valid ID if requested. Check-in is 4 p.m. and checkout is 10 a.m.

    Camping

    Douthat is known for delightful, inviting campsites and makes great camping near Richmond. Some offer a splendid view of Douthat Lake. Camping is available year-round in Whispering Pines campground. (Note: Water is unavailable at individual campsites from November through March because of freezing weather. As hot water is still available in the bathhouse, camping fees are not reduced.) The campgrounds are pet-friendly. Generators may not be used in any campgrounds.

    Lodges

    Please note that the cancellation fee for Douthat Main Lodge, Creasey Lodge and Beard's Mountain Lodge is higher than it is for cabins.

    Douthat Lodge (atop mountain): Six-bedroom, rents Saturday - Saturday

    This log lodge overlooks the park. It was built by the CCC. It sleeps 13 and allows 15. There are six bedrooms: one queen bed, one queen bed, one queen bed, four twin beds, two twin beds and one twin bed. It has a fireplace, two bathrooms, a washer and a dryer.

    Creasey Lodge (behind park's main office). Five-bedroom. Weekly rentals start on Friday when a week-long stay is required. Fully universally accessible.

    This one story wood-frame lodge is next to the park office. It accommodates up to 18 guests. There are five bedrooms: one queen bed, two sets of bunk beds, two sets of bunk beds, two sets of bunk beds, two sets of bunk beds. It has a fireplace and three bathrooms.

    Beards Mountain Lodge: Six-bedroom, maximum occupancy is 16. Weekly rentals start on Sunday when a week-long stay is required.

    This frame-built facility is midway up the mountain and is universally accessible. It accommodates up to 16 guests. There are three bathrooms and six-bedrooms; queen, queen, two twins, two twins, two bunk beds, two bunk beds.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $40 / night

    David F.'s photo of a cabin at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Seneca State Forest near Dunmore, WV

    2. Seneca State Forest

    12 Reviews
    57 Photos
    118 Saves
    Dunmore, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Thomas R.'s photo of a cabin at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park near Hillsboro, WV

    3. Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park

    9 Reviews
    20 Photos
    69 Saves
    Hillsboro, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $23 - $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park near Buckeye, WV

    4. Beaver Creek Campground — Watoga State Park

    4 Reviews
    5 Photos
    21 Saves
    Buckeye, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $23 - $26 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Holly River State Park Campground near Hacker Valley, WV

    5. Holly River State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    58 Photos
    121 Saves
    Hacker Valley, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Bridget H.'s photo of a cabin at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA near Natural Bridge, VA

    6. Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA

    29 Reviews
    111 Photos
    145 Saves
    Natural Bridge, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 / night

    John H.'s photo of a cabin at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier State Forest near Caldwell, WV

    7. Greenbrier State Forest

    10 Reviews
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    50 Saves
    Caldwell, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $45 / night

    Fred R.'s photo of a cabin at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV

    8. Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    15 Reviews
    74 Photos
    121 Saves
    Summersville Lake, West Virginia

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is located just two miles off route 19 in Summersville, West Virginia. Over 250 sites which include lake front-end 4 of the area's ONLY lakefront cabins! 30/50 amp sites, cozy cabins, and yurts! Themed weekends with activities for all ages to enjoy! PET FRIENDLY! (with certain restrictions) We accept cash and major credit cards. Amenities we offer: * Seasonal pool * WiFi * mining sluice * miniature golf * jumping pillow * golf cart rentals * laundry rooms * outdoor theater * multiple playgrounds * themed weekends * after-hours security * tank service * tow on/off service * boat/camper storage * on-site restaurant

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Jennifer B.'s photo of a cabin at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Kumbrabow State Forest near Huttonsville, WV

    9. Kumbrabow State Forest

    5 Reviews
    66 Photos
    62 Saves
    Huttonsville, West Virginia
    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $16 - $60 / night

    Dave V.'s photo of a cabin at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Babcock State Park Campground near Winona, WV

    10. Babcock State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    210 Photos
    169 Saves
    Winona, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 / night

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Recent Cabin Reviews near Marlinton, West Virginia

191 Reviews of 25 Marlinton Campgrounds


  • Rebecca F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier River Campground
    Feb. 20, 2020

    Greenbrier River Campground

    Best Little Place on Earth

    I grew up on this campground. It was my home away from home during the summer for Years. I knew the original owner/creator of this campground. I visit here and it brings back so many memories.

    It’s a great campground with kayak and canoe trips. Lots of fishing and swimming available. Tubing is the best trip from Ronceverte to the Campground on the Greenbrier River if you have a full day to just unplug and take in all the sites, sounds and smells around you.

    Just ignore the train that runs through across the River.

    Lots to do here with tent camping, RV, cabin rentals and even some nostalgic RV rentals.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    Sep. 1, 2017

    Babcock State Park Campground

    Drop Dead Gorgeous!

    Babcock State Park, located in the thriving megapolis of Clifton, West Virginia is postcard perfect! https://wvstateparks.com/park/babcock-state-park/

    The road in off the highway isn't too long, but it seemed long, winding, and up and down...especially as night fell. Driving backcountry roads in West Virginia, at night, is not my idea of fun, as I had several near misses with Bambi and her roving gang of miscreants...having no regard for traffic laws...and one knock down, drag out with minimal vehicle damage.

    One of the beauties of West Virginia...it is a sparsely populated state with open, unchoked roads that lead to some of the most amazing sights. You must be willing to explore, but you will be richly rewarded.

    In the dark, I did pass the campground signs without seeing them and turned into the State Park entrance...wound around past rental cabins to the park office, so I had to backtrack to the campground, which is located in a different area altogether. Driven during daylight hours, the signs are very apparent...so I'm blaming it on the deer.

    We arrived midweek, the first of May, so we did not reserve a site. The campground has 52 sites, so I thought we would have a good shot as a walk-in. No worries...we shared the campground with two other campers. Our campsite (site 32) was on the inner loop of the main campground loop at sits around 2450 ft elevation. The temperature got down to 30 degrees and frost covered everything. Twenty eight sites have electric hook-ups ($28) and twenty four do not ($25). The inner loop has some mature trees but is wide open and close cut grass...every camper has a view of the other. Even the outside sites on the main loop are visible. The smaller loop to the right as you enter and a few sites to the left sit in slightly more wooded sites...but there is no foliage separating sites. There is also sites on the opposite side of the roadway when you enter the campground, but seem more like overflow sites...and a fair distance to trek for the showerhouse/restroom/laundry which is situated on the bottom of the main loop.

    There is plenty of gravel parking pad for large RV/Campers at all the sites and are angled for trailer back-in. Tent pads are not define and grassy (or a muddy mix depending on weather and usage). Each site has a picnic table and fire ring.

    The showerhouse/restroom is located at the front of the loop and was spotless and maintained at the time of our stay...but not climate controlled...as in, not heated. The ladies that keep the park facilities clean worked tirelessly. A very nice activity area for kids sat along the inner portion o the main loop.

    The main entrance to the park offers several cabin rental, from economy to 4 bedroom, the park office/visitor's center/gift shop sit along the river. The park office staff were very helpful, friendly and wear many hats...like most state parks.

    This building and surrounding stone structures, retaining walls, and staircases were built by the CCC and are magnificent and in great shape. The beautiful gift shop was once a former park restaurant of a bygone era.

    Ranger Cochrane was a wealth of information about the park, it's history and neighboring parks. He graciously spent time answering my barrage of questions. Ranger Cochrane was yet another tribute to the fine personnel that WV parks have in place.

    The park office is also the best location for postcard perfect pictures of the raging whitewater and gristmill. While not the original gristmill from this location, three remaining gristmills from around the state were dismantled and rebuilt into one at the present location over 30 years ago. The gristmill was very photogenic in the early Spring, but I can only imagine the splendor when the fall leaves change color.

    Whitewater kayakers were readying to put in on the rain swollen and boulder strewn river that feeds into the New River below.

    Boley Lake, a short drive up the mountain is picturesque and well-stoked with fish. You can paddle the 19 acre lake with personal paddle craft or rent paddleboats, canoes or rowboats from the Boley Lake Marina. Fishing is permitted, but you must have proper licensing...which can be purchased online.

    Trails are everywhere and of every terrain and level of difficulty...over 20 miles of trails total. Babcock State Park is 4,127 acres, so there is plenty to see and do. Bicycling can be done on all park paved and gravel roads (no off-road trails), as well as along the Narrow Gauge Trail. And of course, being not too far from The New River and Gauley River...whitewater rafting is close.

  • Anne F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park
    May. 10, 2021

    Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park

    One of our favorites

    I’ve stayed here in a tent and a camper. I’ve also stayed in the cabins. We love this park so much. The river is beautiful, the hiking excellent, and the fantastic rail trail is right there. The area has so much to offer - Bear Town, Cranberry, Falls - it’s all wild wonderful West Virginia!!

  • Jennifer B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kumbrabow State Forest
    Oct. 19, 2020

    Kumbrabow State Forest

    Hidden Gem--Unplug and Unwind

    This was my first visit to Kumbrabow State Forest, but not my last!
       
         Kumbrabow State Forest offers lots of great trails, rustic cabins, and a primitive campground. This historic recreation area, carved into this 9,500-acre forest by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, is a wonderful place to unplug and unwind. It’s located at 3,000 feet above sea level on the western edge of the Allegheny Highlands, so it’s the highest state forest in West Virginia.
         I stayed in space #7, located next to Mill Creek, where I enjoyed the relaxing sound of this gurgling stream all night long. Each camping spot has a picnic table, fire ring and lantern holder. There are pit toilets and a pump for fresh spring water in the campground. Two-miles down the road, there’s a bathhouse next to the Kumbrabow forest headquarters.
         If you hike the 2-mile Potato Hole Trail, you'll arrive at the top of Rich Mountain and an overlook with a fantastic view. You can also park at the Kumbrabow gun range and hike the longer, but less strenuous, Rich Mountain Fire Trail which intersects with the Potato Hole Trail.
         Make sure you check out Mills Creek Falls and admire the really cool CCC-built rustic cabins. The cabins don’t have water or electricity, but offer gas lights, gas refrigerator, fully-equipped kitchen, wood fireplace, and outside grill and firepit. My 99-year old mom and her siblings stayed here for their "sister parties" years ago and loved the cabins at Kumbrabow.
         I suggest a side trip to the Highland Scenic Highway where you can admire the Falls of Hills Creek, Cranberry Glades, and colorful foliage during the fall season.

  • Danny M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park
    May. 25, 2024

    Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park

    Two night stay

    Large sites, clean bath house and showers. $52/ night with tax. 110/30 amp electric at site. No sewer,no water at site. Water available, sewer dump station available. Has sites along the river. Also there are two rental cabins down near the river.

  • bobbi L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Holly
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Camp Holly

    The Most Beautiful Mountain Camp

    Camp Holly is a beautiful campground in the mountains of West Virginia.. Off grid but they do offer Wifi.

    You can choose between hammock, tent, cabin or RV camping, I would recommend tenting it down by the beautiful rivers. The owners are super sweet and more than accommodating.

    This campground has a shop where you can buy necessities you may have forgotten, ice, snacks and fishing gear are also available. The bathrooms are the cleanest and well kept camp bath houses I have ever seen.

    The location is near quite a few waterfalls and about an hour away from the National Forest.. some small towns are nearby as well and worth the visit. Definitely give it a shot! We can't wait to go back!

    We did have some GPS issues on Google Maps, so I would recommend a Garmin or calling for directions before getting lost like we did. It wasn't actually hard to find, but GPS messed with us..

  • David F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca State Forest
    Jul. 28, 2019

    Seneca State Forest

    Had one of the best times

    We stayed in a cabin this time. One of the pioneer cabins. Let me say it was awesome, wood stove, gas light, outhouse and had to get your own water. The cabin was well put together and the staff has you set up to enjoy your stay with everything from soap to cut wood. There was a lake a minute walk from our cabin and greenbrier was close. I would recommend this to anyone.

  • Sheila M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier State Forest
    Sep. 3, 2018

    Greenbrier State Forest

    Wonderfu Campground,Cabins & Cabin Area

    My family stayed in a cabin last week in this state forest and checked out the campground. Our cabin was charming and immaculate! The very large bathroom had amazing white towels all folded and hung over towel bars like a nice hotel. The kitchen was very well equipped. Each bed had sheets, a very soft wool blanket, and a quilt and nice pillows. The cabin had a fireplace for heat (free firewood) and two AC units (bedroom/living room) and a ceiling fan in the LR. The cabin area is so beautiful! While there are 14 cabins, they are spread out enough that you don’t feel like they’re too close. Most are under trees. Each cabin has a grill and a fire pit, and there at least three larger ‘community’ fire pits trough the cabin area. Our cabin and others are pet friendly!!! The only issue with the cabin was the beds. They were both very uncomfortable. One was a new fold out couch.

    The campground was very wooded and seemed at first to be more like most rustic campgrounds in appearance, but it does, in fact, have electric at some sites. There are pull through sites, camper/tent sites and tent only sites. It’s beautiful, and I hope to camp there this fall!

    There are many hiking trails throughout the park and a nice pool. The cabin and camping areas are pretty far from the pool area. Guests in either area would more than likely drive to the pool.

    This state forest is within five minutes or so from a four lane highway (64) and several restaurants (Subway, Wendy’s, McDonald’s and a privately owned one) and gas stations. A Food Lion grocery store is about 15 minutes away in White Sulfur Springs, and there’s a hospital about 15 min away in Lewisburg, recently voted the Coolest Small Town in America! While this forest is very close to convenient amenities, we still felt away from the hustle and bustle of life.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    Sep. 29, 2023

    Babcock State Park Campground

    Lovely State Park

    We picked this state park for a week long stay while we were in the area exploring the New River Gorge National Park. Since we were traveling in the summer and brought our dogs along, we needed a spot where we could leave our doggos in a safe and air conditioned space while we explored. We stayed in cabin 14 which is one of two Vacation Cabins. It had four bedrooms and two full baths along with a nice living/dining area and kitchen. There was also a lovely covered front porch as well as a simple charcoal standup campground grill and picnic table in the yard. The cabin was incredibly clean and well maintained. 

    The grounds are also quite large and lovely. The staff are also friendly and attentive. We enjoyed several of the hiking trails and other features like the historic Grist Mill. There were many other amenities that we did not utilize but were well kept. There was a playground, group picnic area, tennis courts and a-plethora of other lodging options. From tent sites to RV hookups and other types of cabins varying in luxury. The campground also has a coin operated laundry facility that we used during our stay. 

    For some reason I totally forgot to take pictures of the actual cabin! OOPS!

  • John R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Douthat State Park Campground
    Aug. 20, 2022

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Amazing Park With Everything You Need!

    This park is in one of my favorite parts of VA. Very beautiful area with plenty of off grid seclusion! It’s a nice scenic drive getting to the park on a quiet and well maintained back road.

    The rangers at the park are very knowledgeable and kind and have no problem answering questions. There are many camping areas in the park, Some near creeks and on the lake as well. There are also cabins here! Plenty of picnic areas and great fishing as well!

    It’s $8 a day for a fishing pass and you can rent John boats or kayaks here as well, In season the lake and creek are stocked with plenty of Rainbow trout. You can keep them for dinner if you like! Just follow all DNR laws on size and amount!

    Some spots include clean bathrooms, hot showers, soda machines, fish fillet tables, Picnic tables, fire pits and so on.

    I highly recommend this park for your next getaway or along your way!

  • Hannah V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca State Forest
    Oct. 30, 2017

    Seneca State Forest

    65ft Up in the Sky

    We booked the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower two months in advance, it is pretty popular, so if you want to stay there you will have to book it in advance. It is $75 a night, which is pricey, but is well worth it.

    To get to the fire tower you will want to take the Loop Road, it is gravel and there are pot holes on the edges of the road so you will want to be careful of those. The fire tower is secluded, so you will not have to worry about neighbors or noise while staying there. At the base of the tower there is a fire pit, picnic table, and a pit toilet. The toilet is part of a small shed that has already split wood on the other side for you to use. But no electrical hookups at the base or in the tower. They do have a shower house behind the rangers station, it is very nice and clean. The website says the tower can house up to four people, however, there are only two cots, so you will want to bring sleeping mats if you plan on having more than two people. The 360 degree views are breathtaking. One night we had two different storm systems blow through the mountains and the lightning show was amazing to watch. You will definitely want to watch a sunrise as well, absolutely stunning.

    Seneca State Forest is one of the oldest forest in West Virginia, it has a small pond/lake you can fish at and even take small boats onto. They have plenty of hiking trails, which also allow mountain biking on most. They have cabins on the lake for rent as well and have plenty of tent camping spots.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Rays Campground
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Rays Campground

    Best campground in the area and very reasonably priced.

    This is my favorite developed campground in the new river / gauley river area. Known by kayakers and rock climbers. It also has rustic cabin bunkhouses that are also reasonably priced.

  • Cathy L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Douthat State Park Campground
    Jul. 4, 2018

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Quiet, large sites, plenty to do for all ages

    A favorite of our for years! All types of sites and hookups plus cabins. Fishing, lake swimming, hiking, educational opportunities galore. Security is good but not overwhelming. Virginia is for lovers and camping lovers!

  • Wilfredo D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Douthat State Park Campground
    Apr. 14, 2018

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Lot of fun

    A quiet great place, we love to camp this park you have all you want if you love outdoors: lake, hiking trails, horseback riding trails, RV’s site, tent site, cabins... the rest is pure fun...

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier State Forest
    Jun. 23, 2016

    Greenbrier State Forest

    small

    site: small site. cabins available. very shaded. quiet. amenities: small campground. clean bathrooms. showers not as clean. firewood for sale. attractions: disc golf. shooting range. hiking. biking. I would might go camping here again.

  • Dan N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier State Forest
    Oct. 1, 2016

    Greenbrier State Forest

    Green rolling hills

    Simple campground, clean, power at all the sites, wooded but only semi-private. Cabins to rent too. Close to other state and national lands for lots of hiking and other recreation options. Nice place to relax in nature.

  • Jon C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    Sep. 1, 2019

    Babcock State Park Campground

    Gorgeous location

    Stayed in the cabins. Small but gets the job done. Stocked with basic kitchenware. Bunk beds are fun for the kids. Some good hiking trails on the state park that lead to the New River. Otherwise plenty of other trails in reasonable driving distance.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA

    Nice cabins

    Stayed here for Spring Break in 2015 and then agaIn In 2016. The entire campground was nice and well cared for. We stayed in one of the cabins. The location isn’t great, but it was a 45 minute drive to some great hiking locations to include McAfee Knob.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Holly River State Park Campground
    Sep. 24, 2019

    Holly River State Park Campground

    Just Beautiful ‼️

    The Holly River runs clear through the Park, right beside a good many of the of the sites and hanging a hammock and listening to the water, can’t be beat! The staff/Rangers are so wonderful! A small restaurant, gift shop, pool, waterfalls, cabins, trails, it is so calming and relaxing! Love it!

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca State Forest
    Sep. 7, 2016

    Seneca State Forest

    Enjoy long mountain views! Thorny Mountain Fire Tower

    We spent several days in Seneca State Forest. I want to highlight the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower for this review.

    Renting and staying in the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower is a special opportunity...and I believe everyone should enjoy its uniqueness and solitude...for several reasons. One selfish reason is so that perhaps other State and National Forests would do the same thing...refurbish, but leave rustic remaining fire towers and rent them out like a campsite or cabin. There is much history and lore that is behind every fire tower.

    The Thorny Mountain Fire Tower was built by the CCC sometime around 1935...and is erected at an elevation of 3458 ft. Nearly 70 steps up the structure brings you to 3507 ft (by my gps). From that height, you get to enjoy long mountain views in both West Virginia and Virginia. The tower cabin structure has 360 views...11 windows and a windowed door...so you don't miss any of the show! It is not insulated, but then again it is not available during the winter months. There are no, I repeat, no amenities in the tower...but that's half the allure..only two spring cots/mattresses...four folding wooden chairs...and two tiny nightstands. Four can stay...but only two have the beds. My back preferred the floor. At the base of the tower there is a lockable structure that houses a pit latrine on one end and plenty of dry firewood on the other end. You do have a picnic table and fire ring on a gravel pad north of the tower base. No running water...period. So all water must be acquired 15-20 minutes down the mountain at the Park Headquarters (which also has the only showers/bathrooms(2)...and laundry room...super clean!). The State Park employees that operate the headquarters there are the most kind, gracious and hospitable folks you will find. You will need to reserve a spot far in advance...so don't leave it to the last minute.

    Our stay was memorable and pleasurable. While some might balk at the expense per night...it is the rare opportunity you are paying for. And...I will do it again in the future!

    Watching storms roll in across the mountain tops...fog settling into the valleys like white foaming rivers...being perched beside rainbows...moonlight piercing the night through your curtainless windows...and reveling in the surreal sunrises and sunsets did it for me! Your closest neighbor is waaay down the mountain.

    Note: Do not make my mistake and not listen closely to directions up to the tower. I took the first gravel road right...well...dirt road. It happens to be an unmaintained alternate service road to the tower...not good. Ordinary vehicles will be damaged...and two-wheel drive probably won't make it. My SUV survived, but I was questioning my sanity at times. The roads are gravel most the way up Thorny Mountain...and the last bit up to the tower had experienced recent washout from storms, so the going was rough but very doable.

    I think eight of the windows still open, and they provide slide screens to insert so the cross breeze is amazing day and night. But they must be removed and the windows shut when the rain rolls in or you will get wet. The roof does not have enough overhang to keep the rain out...nor does it amply cover the walk-around deck...so it'll drip on your noggin'. But hey, your camping...you're gonna get wet.

    Can't recommend the experience enough...who knows how long this type of opportunity will exist. Just Do It!

  • Amber A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca State Forest
    Sep. 1, 2016

    Seneca State Forest

    Sleep in fire tower!

    We splurged and rented the Thorny Mountain fire tower. Reserve well in advance. You can drive up the mountain (any vehicle in summer, might need 4WD in mud or snow) or hike. Bring all your standard backpacking/camping gear, cots are provided. Maximum 4 people. There are also tent, RV, and cabin options for much less in the area, but this is absolutely worth it.

  • Amber A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Seneca State Forest
    Sep. 1, 2016

    Seneca State Forest

    Sleep in a fire tower!

    We splurged and rented the Thorny Mountain fire tower. Reserve well in advance. You can drive up the mountain (any vehicle in summer if the weather's good. You will need 4WD in mud or snow) or hike. Bring all your standard backpacking/camping gear, cots are provided. Maximum 4 people. There are also tent, RV, and cabin options for much less in the area, but this is absolutely worth it.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Kumbrabow State Forest
    Jul. 18, 2020

    Kumbrabow State Forest

    Nice Secluded 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. Some of the campsites are smaller and less private than others. We stayed in campsite 11, and it had plenty of privacy and space. In all reality, that campsite could easily be made a double because it’s really good sized.

    Picture of the waterfall is at the cabin area of the park. You would have to drive from the campground to there. Picture of the creek is down the hill from the campsite.

  • Zayne W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rays Campground
    Sep. 18, 2019

    Rays Campground

    Nice Place

    Friendly owner. Friendly campground dog who likes to roam free and check on tenants. Stayed one night on 9/8/19. Campgrounds was dog friendly. I was able to let my well behaved dog off leash to play frisbee for a bit and walk around. $18 for two people. Has showers. Sites are mostly level, wooded and the grass was mowed nice. Not a lot of dirt or mud which is always a plus. Had AT&T and Sprint cell signal. Most campsites filled by dark except for the cabins. Just pull in, stop, pay the lady and pick a spot.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park
    Sep. 3, 2019

    Riverside Campground — Watoga State Park

    Very peaceful and nice!

    Watoga State Park near Marlinton, WV will in no way disappoint! Located right on the beautiful Greenbrier River, the camping is perfect for bringing your kayaks! Watoga offers primitive and electric only sites, but there is water to fill up with throughout the park and a dumping station. My family and I have loved camping at Watoga over the years and will go for years to come!!!


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