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Pipestem, West Virginia serves as a hub for diverse camping experiences in southern West Virginia, with multiple state parks and private campgrounds within a short drive. Pipestem Resort State Park Campground offers 82 sites including full hookup, electric-only, and water/electric options for tent camping, RVs, and cabins. Nearby Camp Creek State Park features two campground areas—Mash Fork and Blue Jay—providing additional camping alternatives with varying amenities. Several campgrounds in the region accommodate various camping styles including tent, RV, and cabin options, with most facilities open year-round.
Seasonal considerations affect camping experiences throughout the area. "This park has a LOT of razzle dazzle. A zip line, a golf course, no pool but a splash pad. They also have a tram that's closed right now for refurbishing," noted one visitor to Pipestem Resort State Park. Weather conditions remain mild through much of the year, though higher elevations can experience cooler temperatures even during summer months. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during peak summer periods and holiday weekends. Road access is generally good with paved roads leading to most established campgrounds, though some sites may present challenges for larger RVs. Cell phone coverage varies throughout the region, with better service near developed areas and potential gaps in more remote locations.
Campers consistently praise the natural beauty and recreational opportunities available at campgrounds near Pipestem. The area features numerous hiking trails, fishing access, and water activities, with Bluestone Lake and the New River providing additional recreation options. Campsite spacing varies by location—some reviewers mention spacious sites at Pipestem RV Park while others note the main state park campground can feel crowded during peak periods. Most developed campgrounds provide clean bathhouses, though maintenance quality varies. Wildlife sightings are common, with multiple reviews mentioning deer and raccoons. Several campgrounds feature raccoon-proof trash receptacles to minimize wildlife encounters. For those seeking more solitude, the region includes less developed camping options with fewer amenities but greater privacy.
Best Campgrounds near Pipestem (142)
1. Pipestem Resort State Park Campground
"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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"the Pipestem campground has both rustic and electric/water sites for tent camping. There is plenty to do within walking distance or a short drive. There is hiking all around the Pipestem area."
2. Mash Fork Campground — Camp Creek State Park
"This was a convienent campground right off the highway, easy to get to, small but has a few full hookup sites."
"Both CGs have a large creek running adjacent to the CG. Trout fishing was very popular though I didn’t catch any. They do restock this time of year."
3. Meador Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
"This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs runs into the New River."
"We stayed in Meador site 14, which was the furthest away from the bath house (still only maybe 150 yards), but it was on the water & was the most secluded (just meaning it's at the end of the row not"
4. Little Beaver State Park Campground
"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 Availability5. Brushcreek Falls RV Resort
"Good location not far off the exit. Would stay again!"
"Like a lot of private RV parks, the sites tend to be very close to each other. Beautiful backdrop of the mountains with mist and low clouds. Gravel parking pads."
6. Old Mill Campground — Bluestone Lake State Park
"West Virginia at its finest! Blue stone state park is right next door to the lake so there are wonderful water activities here."
"We enjoyed hiking the trails, swimming in the lake and sitting by our campfire. The ladies working at the check-in office were absolutely the sweetest and extremely helpful."
7. Pipestem Camping
"This is my third review of The WV Pipestem state park campground. "
"We camped at Pipestem in a 37' travel trailer. We love this campground. Quiet, well spaced, nice roads for biking."
from $55 - $65 / night
Check Availability8. Glade Creek Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
"There is five drive-in sites and more walk-in sites on the edge of the camp. The drive-in sites filled and vacated several times throughout the weekend."
"the campsite is pretty far back into the gorge at the end of a dead end road, which inherently gives it a little bit of an advantage for those who wish to be not just off grid but away from"the madding"
9. Blue Jay Campground — Camp Creek State Park
"On a weekday in the fall, the road was very quiet, but I imagine that in the summer when carloads of people head to Campbell Falls, it would be a different story and would take away from the peacefulness"
"Except of one, all other campsites are directly next to a beautiful creek. It was very calm and peaceful. The toilets were kinda messy."
from $25 / night
Check Availability10. Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
"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."
Drive Time
- 47 min from Beckley, WV
- 1 hr 9 min from Blacksburg, VA
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Recent Reviews near Pipestem, WV
713 Reviews of 142 Pipestem Campgrounds
- AAdee W.Scout
Rifrafters Campground
Homey feel, spotless grounds, and top-notch hospitality!
We had a wonderful stay at Rifrafters! The campground is remarkably clean, well-organized, and has a truly welcoming, homey feel. The dog park is large, open, and was a great spot for our dogs to run around and burn off some energy.What really sets this place apart is the incredible owners. They are as friendly, accessible, and easygoing as they come. They guided us into our spot perfectly on the first attempt, constantly checked in to ensure we were comfortable, and even recommended a great local mechanic when our truck needed service. You can really tell they care about their guests. We will definitely be staying here again next time we're in the area!
- BBen L.Scout
Rays Campground
Nice Place
Very low key place. Self check-in. Bath house is old but clean, plenty of hot water. Washing machine and dryer available. Free coffee every morning.
- CChris H.
GuideDixie Caverns
Typical rural campground
I stayed at Dixie Caverns Campground for two weekend nights and found it to be a good value for the money. This is a very basic campground, so if you're looking for resort-style amenities like a pool, playground, or organized activities, this probably isn't the place for you. However, if you understand what a typical rural campground is like, you'll likely find it meets expectations. One of the biggest advantages is the location. The campground is in the Dixie Caverns parking lot, making it incredibly convenient to visit the caves, and campers receive a discount on cave tours. There is also a brand-new gas station and Which Wich sandwich shop within sight of the campground, which made grabbing fuel, snacks, or a quick meal very easy. The staff deserves special recognition. Everyone I encountered was exceptionally friendly, helpful, and welcoming, honestly some of the nicest campground staff I've met anywhere. The sites are fairly small and close together, but all the hookups worked properly during my stay, including water, sewer, and electric. I had read reviews complaining about unlevel sites and roads, but I didn't experience any issues with leveling my rig. The bathhouse was about what I'd expect from a rural campground. It was functional, but it could use a fresh coat of paint and a more thorough cleaning. It wasn't anything unusual for an older campground, but it is an area that could use some attention. One thing to be aware of is the road noise. The campground sits close to a roadway, so you'll hear traffic throughout much of the day and night. There are also some older RVs in the campground that add a bit of character and are interesting to look at. Overall, Dixie Caverns Campground is not fancy, but it was affordable, convenient, and served its purpose well. If you're a very particular camper who wants premium amenities and a pristine campground experience, you may want to look elsewhere. But if you're looking for a reasonably priced place to stay with great staff and reliable hookups, I'd say it's exactly what you'd expect for the money and maybe a little better thanks to the outstanding people who run it.
Andrew S.GuideRifrafters Campground
Great Campground, TERRIBLE owners.
The owners of this campground are among the rudest people we have ever come across in the camping world.
On our first attempt at reserving a site, we reserved the site three months in advance. When we arrived, they moved us to a different spot to accommodate 'other campers' with zero explanation. When we tried to explain we reserved that site in advance and specifically, the older bald guy, became unprofessionally furious and threatened to kick us off the grounds without a refund. The second year we tried to stay there,we again, reserved a specific site AND paid the lock-in fee, thinking, surely, this will not happen again. Unfortunately, the campground is rather beautiful, so we simply tried to fully abide by THEIR OWN rules the second time to avoid unnecessary conflict.
Nope. When we arrived, they moved us AGAIN to a terrible site. Bottomline, these people are power-trippers. They're argumentative, they're rude, they're short, and if you even try to ask about the reservation process, they will just kick you off the property with no refund and no campsite.
And again, they do not calmy explain what they're doing or why. They just do it...and if you question them, they will escalate the situation to an incredulous level of arguing.
This place could be incredible, but the owners have completely ruined it. We will never be trying to stay here again, and will pass it along to anyone trying to stay in that area.
- EEric W.Guide
Summer Wind RV Park
Super convenient & peaceful
An exceptional setting, this RV park is conveniently located next to I-64 in the mountains of WV. While during the day one can hear the traffic, it’s not that bad, and it’s not loud at night. The park sits adjacent to a cattle ranch nestled in the mountains. All arrangements are made via text and payments are made via cash or Venmo. You definitely get a sense of community with the other campers here as all seem to be very courteous and cordial at the time of my stay. Sites are gravel and fairly level. A very clean and well kept bathhouse is on the premises. Laundry can also be done here with a load costing $2 to wash and $2 to dry. Currently there is no camp host but the park does have quite the surveillance camera set up. WiFi is also available and it works extremely well! All sites are pull-thru. I only planned to stay for one night but enjoyed it so much I decided to stay for two. I most certainly will be staying here during my next trip through WV!
- CChris F.Guide
Babcock State Park Campground
Quiet, out of the way
We stayed here for 3 nights, occupying site 32. Although is was close to the bath house, I would not recommend this specific site, as it is not very level.(But, there are plenty of other nice sites around the park.) When you arrive, you check in at the small building along Clifftop Rd. They have ice($3/bag) and firewood(skip it...find another place to buy wood as the park's is too green to burn).
The campground is a maze of fairly unmarked roads winding lazily through the trees.(Seriously, put up a sign or two for direction.) The bath house is dated, but relatively clean. Showers take a minute or two to heat up and lack serious pressure, but they work. Sites are generally spaced far enough apart and noise is kept to a minimum. The weekend we were there had a lot of kids riding bikes, playing in the playground and doing kid stuff. Good to see.
The park is out of the way, but only a short drive to the New River Gorge and park system. Cell service was 5G for both Verizon and T-Mobile. The park has wi-fi, but we never needed it.
- KKathy C.
TravelerBattle Run
Nice park
This is a core engineer built Park sites are fairly level. Bath houses are old but clean. Electric only at sites. There’s water and a dump station at the entrance of the park. Which makes a little difficult if you here more than a few days and need water, you have to store everything in your motorhome pull in the electric cord, drive out and fill up with water and then come back and get leveled again.
Troy O.TravelerAdventures on the Gorge - Mill Creek
Good adventurous day
It is full service campground with store, restaurant, swimming pool, paintball, and cabin.
Guide to Pipestem
Camping sites near Pipestem, West Virginia feature diverse terrain that combines wooded mountain areas with riverfront settings. Elevations in the region range from approximately 1,500 to 3,000 feet, creating distinct microclimates that affect camping conditions throughout the year. Most campgrounds in the area require campers to secure trash properly due to active wildlife populations, particularly raccoons that frequent sites after dark.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: Multiple falls accessible from Camp Creek State Park. The park features several waterfall hikes, including trails to Campbell Falls. "The waterfalls are easily accessible. Did notice people leaving trash and clothing around them. Garbage cans are all over but people just don't care," noted one visitor to Mash Fork Campground.
Aerial tram rides: Unique mountain-to-river transportation. The tram at Pipestem offers both recreation and practical transportation. "We rode the tram at sunset. We sat by the river at the base of the tram and enjoyed the quiet serene views of folks fishing, deer grazing, and watched the sun go down," reported a camper who stayed at Pipestem Resort State Park Campground.
Lake activities: Bluestone Lake provides multiple water-based options. The lake supports fishing, boating and swimming opportunities. A visitor to Meador Campground observed, "This campground rests by Bluestone Lake, which is where the Bluestone River runs into the New River. Meador CG is up the Bluestone portion of the lake and the backwaters do have a swampy appearance."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer good separation between campsites. Campers frequently mention the generous site sizing at several area campgrounds. A reviewer at Brushcreek Falls RV Resort noted, "Nice campground. Like a lot of private RV parks, the sites tend to be very close to each other. Beautiful backdrop of the mountains with mist and low clouds. Gravel parking pads."
Creek-side camping: Multiple locations offer sites with running water sounds. Many campers appreciate falling asleep to the sound of flowing water. At Blue Jay Campground, a visitor shared, "Each campsite has a fire pit and a lantern pole. Except of one, all other campsites are directly next to a beautiful creek. It was very calm and peaceful."
Wildlife viewing: Common deer sightings throughout the region. Wildlife encounters add to the camping experience for many visitors. "There were also TONS of deer all around during our short one night stay," reported a camper at Meador Campground.
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary widely between campgrounds. Maintenance and quality of bathhouses differ significantly across the area. At Little Beaver State Park Campground, a camper found "Cleanest bathrooms and showers I've seen," while another at Blue Jay Campground reported, "The toilets were kinda messy. They suppose to have water but for some reason it was not turned on."
Campsite accessibility varies with rig size. Many campgrounds have limitations for larger RVs and trailers. A visitor to Glade Creek Campground advised, "The drive in is best suited for cars, trucks, and smaller trailers," and another noted the five drive-in sites "filled and vacated several times throughout the weekend."
Cell service gaps exist throughout the region. Coverage varies considerably between carriers and locations. At Glade Creek Campground, a camper reported, "There's no AT&T service upon arrival. A few spots you could locate a bar to send a message, but that's it."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds: Multiple parks offer play areas for children. Family-friendly amenities are available at several locations. A visitor to Pipestem RV Park & Campground shared, "Quiet, well spaced, nice roads for biking. We enjoyed lots of the amenities, including the horseback riding, nature center and giant water inflatables."
Safe biking roads: Paved paths accommodate young riders. Several campgrounds feature roads well-suited for children learning to ride. At Meador Campground, a camper noted, "All the roads are paved making it easy for the little ones to ride bikes."
Inflatable water features: Summer water activities for children. Seasonal water recreation options exist specifically for families. A Pipestem RV Park visitor mentioned, "We enjoyed many of the parks amenities including a horseback ride on the trails, the giant inflatables at the lake, the nature center & hiking."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require significant work to level. RVers should come prepared to address uneven sites. At Little Beaver State Park, a camper advised, "Many sites looked like it may take some work to get level. We were in site 20 with a 23 ft TT and got level fairly easily but a longer rig may have difficulty in that site."
Hookup placement: Electric and water connections not always optimally positioned. Some sites have awkwardly placed utility connections. A visitor to Pipestem Resort State Park Campground noted, "Electrical hook up was on the opposite side of where they should be and in the middle of the small area. Water pressure was good and there was sewage hookups."
Road access considerations: Some access roads present challenges. Campground approaches may require careful navigation. At Brushcreek Falls RV Resort, a visitor with a large rig shared, "We're a triple axl so we had to take it nice and slow getting there with the road and even navigating the property but it was fine."
Frequently Asked Questions
What RV facilities and amenities does Pipestem RV Park & Campground offer?
What RV facilities and amenities does Pipestem RV Park & Campground offer?
For RV travelers, Summer Wind RV Park offers stunning views of West Virginia mountains and overlooks pastoral countryside with 30 amp hookups available. This small park provides reasonable prices and exceptional hospitality. Alternatively, Greenbrier State Forest features semi-private campsites with water and electric hookups that accommodate RVs. These spacious sites are nestled among trees, offering a more natural setting while still providing essential amenities.
What camping options are available at Pipestem Resort State Park?
What camping options are available at Pipestem Resort State Park?
Pipestem Resort State Park Campground offers both rustic and electric/water sites suitable for tent camping. The park features multiple camping loops with varying levels of amenities. Beyond camping, Pipestem provides numerous recreational activities within walking distance, including hiking trails throughout the area, fishing and boating on the lake, and access to the Bolar lookout tower. The park serves as an excellent base camp for exploring nearby attractions, including New River Gorge National Park.
What cabin accommodation options are available in Pipestem, WV?
What cabin accommodation options are available in Pipestem, WV?
While camping is popular in the Pipestem area, nearby Bluestone Lake State Park offers cabin accommodations for those seeking more comfortable lodging options. The park provides easy access to lake activities and a marina for boat rentals. For a unique experience, Babcock State Park features cabin rentals in a picturesque setting near the famous grist mill (the most photographed location in West Virginia). The park's spectacular landscape and extensive trail system make it an ideal cabin destination.
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