Best Glamping near Pipestem, WV

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Best Glamping Sites Near Pipestem, West Virginia (20)

    Jean C.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Beaver State Park Campground near Daniels, WV

    1. Little Beaver State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    115 Photos
    113 Saves
    Daniels, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $40 / night

    Van M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Grandview Sandbar Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Dave V.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rifrafters Campground near Fayetteville, WV

    3. Rifrafters Campground

    29 Reviews
    94 Photos
    177 Saves
    Fayetteville, West Virginia

    Rifrafters Campground provides tent and RV camping and economy cabins in the woodlands near Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV) -- only two-miles south of the New River Gorge Bridge. Our cleanliness, accessibility, and quiet family atmosphere have earned us a place among West Virginia's most-popular camping areas. You'll also find a friendly full-time staff, exceptionally clean showers and restrooms, and plenty of space for small gatherings and walks in the woods behind the campground. Use our website to explore our camping amenities and find out more about the New River.

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

    $15 - $44 / night

    Dave V.'s photo of glamping accommodations 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

    4. Babcock State Park Campground

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

    $33 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve near Prince, WV
    Beverly T.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Wytheville KOA near Max Meadows, VA

    6. Wytheville KOA

    32 Reviews
    53 Photos
    75 Saves
    Max Meadows, Virginia

    Nestled between the beautiful Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains (just one mile off the highway), this KOA Holiday caters to everyone, from families looking for a memorable destination to travelers looking for a quiet location after a day on the road. Check out the improved big rig friendly RV sites, Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins and Tent sites. Enjoy the pool with double water slide, fully stocked camp store, gaga ball, mini golf, corn hole, playground, mining sluice, court games, and our catch-and-release fishing pond.

    This campground's Bowling and Family Fun Center is home to indoor batting cage, arcade games, pool tables, skee ball, outdoor mini golf, and the AOK Cafe, which features made to order pizza, wings, and doughnuts! The Bowling and Family Fun Center Pavilion hosts summer weekend activities that include a ride on the KOA Express train, an authentic 1924 fire truck, wagon rides, tie-dye/crafts and a candy hunt (kids 12 & under). This KOA Holiday has brought a new addition to The Fun Center; a first of its kind: a six-lane BOWLING ALLEY complete with automatic scoring for your enjoyment. Nearby, explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, animal park, wineries, antique malls, and the Town of Wytheville's historic attractions and restaurants (some will even deliver to your site).

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

    $50 - $170 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Ace Adventure Resort near Thurmond, WV

    7. Ace Adventure Resort

    14 Reviews
    32 Photos
    137 Saves
    Thurmond, West Virginia

    Located on 1500 wooded acres adjacent to the New River Gorge National River ACE Adventure Resort offers white water rafting trips on the New and Gauley rivers and great camping near Fayetteville. But, that’s not all! Over the years we’ve added all the outdoor adventures that our state is known for including the only zip line tours with views of the Gorge. We also host rock climbing, mountain biking, lake adventures… we even have a waterpark on base. Plus, at the end of the day, we have a range of lodging and camping options plus dining facilities on property. So, what are you waiting for? Live free this summer at ACE Adventure Resort!

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

    $15 - $600 / night

    Myron C.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA
    Camper-submitted photo at Claytor Lake State Park Campground near Newbern, VA

    8. Claytor Lake State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    120 Photos
    172 Saves
    Newbern, Virginia

    Ideal for swimming, camping, hiking and picnicking, Claytor Lake is known for sport fishing and boating. The park has a full-service marina with docking slips, supplies, fuel, boat rentals and refreshments. Three lodges and 15 cabins overlook the 4,500-acre lake, offering visitors a scenic retreat. There are 103 campsites, 39 offering electric and water hookups. The park also offers 4 yurts (no electricity).

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Kim S.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground near Saulsville, WV

    9. Twin Falls Resort State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    40 Photos
    48 Saves
    Saulsville, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Greenbrier River Campground near Lewisburg, WV

    10. Greenbrier River Campground

    7 Reviews
    19 Photos
    88 Saves
    Lewisburg, West Virginia

    Open from April through October, the Greenbrier River Campground is located on the banks of the Greenbrier River with tree-lined RV sites, wooded riverside tent camping, and rentals that include four comfortable, fully-equipped cabins, a vintage Airstream and a 1964 Shasta. Our guests have access to a thousand feet of riverfront for great fishing and one of the best swimming holes on the river. We also offer full-service tubing, kayak, and canoe trips in the very heart of the best paddling waters on the Greenbrier. There’s Class I thru Class III action for all levels of paddling skill.

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

    $7 - $45 / night

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Recent Glamping Reviews near Pipestem, West Virginia

245 Reviews of 20 Pipestem Campgrounds


  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Claytor Lake State Park Campground
    Jun. 25, 2020

    Claytor Lake State Park Campground

    A favorite !

    I love this park! Plenty of tent and RV sites. 4 yurts available in nice wooded area. Lake beach passes included in price (when not under Covid restrictions). Boat rentals. Plenty clean bathrooms and hot showers. Wood, ice and soda machines available. IT’s my favorite go-to campground!

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Dec. 16, 2019

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Resident Beaver

    Just a quick FYI, there is no camping in the winter. We stopped by for an overnight while enroute to Ohio. I don’t always check ahead while road tripping , I see a recreation sign and decide to stop for the night. 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. The visitors center/ office sits right on the entry road but there is no parking in front of it. If you need to stop there use the parking area immediately to your right and then walk up.

    The staff was limited , one grumpy older gentleman who never said a word to mej, just gave me sour looks like I was somehow putting him out by walking into the office. The younger gentleman was very informative and helpful. He answered questions about the parks history and suggested the best trails due to the slippery weather that was going on. We enjoyed a hike around the lake and then went on our way. I will be back for their camping season and to check out more of the trails. You could easily spend some time here and enjoy the surrounding area attractions. Check out Chocolate Moose in Beckley if you enjoy unique tasty coffee and excellent, friendly service and Tamarack for some West Virginia local art.

  • 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.

  • Carissa V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
    Jul. 30, 2020

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    Wonderful lake, bad smells

    We love summersville lake after stopping randomly on a trip down south last year. We stayed in an upper lot during the week for a night and liked it better. This year we booked a week with friends and stayed on lot four. The lake is amazing, clear and has so many visual gems that I highly suggest a visit. While I will list some negatives here , I will say we plan to go back for the lake. The campground is around 50 a night depending on some spots and we watched many RVstrailers come and go. For the business the campground is doing I would expect better bath houses. They were ok but state parks in west Virginia have had better. Gross as in they didn't look cleaned regularly, the shower heads were terrible, never looked cleaned, rusty. My stall had a used tampon in it one night. I prefer my camper shower but here is the other issue, no sewer hook up in the rv/trailer sides just water and electric. I felt as though if you stayed for more than a week they should offer a free one time honey wagon service. Let's talk garbage. We stayed up near the bathhouse and playground bc we have little ones. The garage trailer sat for more than 6 days just baking in the sun. By our 5th day we could barely stand to stay outside around our campfire the odor was so bad. As campers we are used to our fair share of smells but garbage dump isn't what we are looking for....be careful where you pick to set up.

  • Keith B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Babcock State Park Campground
    Jun. 24, 2019

    Babcock State Park Campground

    Best Family Camping Experience

    Babcock State Park is one of the greatest parks in West Virginia. Most people come to see the grist mill, and it’s nice, but if that’s all you do your missing out.

    For starters, most of the sites at the campground are great: fairly flat with soft ground and good tree coverage. The campground is split by Old Clifftop Rd, with the majority of the campground south of the road. We stayed on Site 15 (non-electric site), which I thought was one of the best sites. The campground was quiet, family-friendly, and clean. Some of the campsites were small and right on top of each other.

    The campground is served by one bathhouse, centrally located in the middle of it. The bathhouse was fairly clean but well-used and includes flush toilets, showers, and hot water. A fairly new playground sits right next to the bathhouse. All the equipment was well-maintained and freshly mulched. Our site was close enough to the playground that we let our seven-year-old go by herself, since we could still hear her.

    We only hiked on two trails, but it was some of the most fun hiking I’ve ever done. Mann’s Creek Gorge Trail is a two-mile walk from the campground to Camp Washington Carver. About a quarter of a mile you come the creek with a great swimming hole. We didn’t make it past the swimming hole but I’m looking forward to finishing the trail in the future. Island-In-the-Sky is a great climb through a tunnel of rhododendron that eventually winds up and around a rock shelf. To get to the top you have to climb up a couple ladders and over rocks. There are also several spurs off the trail that lead to overlooks and one that leads to a good size cave the size of the room.

    I highly recommend that anyone looking to camp in the Fayetteville-area consider Babcock, you won’t be disappointed.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Claytor Lake State Park Campground
    May. 21, 2018

    Claytor Lake State Park Campground

    RANGER REVIEW: Renogy Solar Backpack at Claytor Lake State Park, Dublin, VA

    Campground Review: Claytor Lake State Park, Dublin, VA

    Claytor Lake State Park, Dublin, VAhttp://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/claytor-lake#general_information

    A beautiful and well situated waterfront State Park 2.7 miles from I-81. Claytor Lake SP basically inhabits a peninsula that juts out into the meandering Claytor Lake. A free public boat landing splits off to the right at the park entrance…where power boaters gain their access for fishing, water sport activities or relaxing.

    Claytor Lake State Park sprawls out in every direction, with four RV/camper/tent campground loops A, B, C, and D loops (A was closed during our visit in early May). B loop also has four new Yurt rentals with functional wraparound decks (one handicap accessible). Each loop has a bathhouse, and each site has water/electric. C and D loops offer little to no site to site privacy, and loops A and B sites are wooded and angled to afford a scant more privacy.

    Cabin rentals are available along the lake in a more separate area, as if the designated swimming and marina areas. Some sites are reservable online and brightly marked as such, others are self-pay. Prices seem high to me ($36.59 water/electric sites)and out-of-staters get dinged with an even higher rate ($41.86).

    Want to use the State Park simply to hike the trails?…$5 parking fee for residents and $7 for non-residents. State Park Launch/Park $7 and $9 respectively. I realize parks are always underfunded and need to offset the deficit, but I don’t appreciate singing out-of-staters with a higher fee. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wGgIqZOH2Ps

    Each loop has its own host and each cares for the loop’s grounds and bathhouse with meticulous care.

    There are a fair amount of trails in the park (roughly 5 miles worth). Trails are wide and seemingly cleared of leaves…new trail signage and tree placards abound, as new benches strategically located near lake views. Signage also admonishes against use of nonmarked or unauthorized trail blazing…as well as no random swimming or cliff jumping. The big plus…you can MTB the trails! I did not inquire, but some signage lends itself to the idea a local Boy Scout troop maintains part of the trail, as Scout signage exists. There was also evidence a local 5K run takes place on the trails.

    The beach and boat area are nicely distanced from the RV/Camper/tent campsites.

    Lake views are serene. Homes dot the opposite banks, but most are so nicely manicured you wistfully gaze dreaming of owning one. My particular favorite rests upon a high, sheer rocky cliff.

    Weekdays early May saw minimal campers.

    A very nice, well-maintained State Park worth visiting!

    Product Review: Renogy Solar Backpack

    Renogy Solar Backpack https://www.renogy.com/

    As a review ranger for TheDyrt.com, the Renogy Solar Backpack https://www.renogy.com/renogy-solar-backpack/ was provided by Renogy for testing and review.

    Dimensions: 18.1”h x 11.8”w x 5.9”d

    Capacity: 20 liter

    Weight: 2.2 lbs.

    Solar Panel Dimensions: 11.3”x9.7”

    The Integrated solar panel has one USB port.

    The solar panel module converts solar power into DC power…utilizing an electrical management system with a stable 5V DC output.

    User Guide solar panel specifications place maximum rate of power at 5.6W and maximum current output at 1.2A.

    Interestingly, instructions warn of using the solar panel “when relative humidity is higher than 80%…” Not too encouraging for here in SWFL. We’ll see if and how it’s affected.

    Both materials and construction of the backpack look and feel high quality. Stitching is even and clean.

    Fabric is a medium weight packcloth with a blue denim-like coloration, giving it a classy urban appearance.

    Interior seams are banded and sewn, preventing fabric fraying or snagging and increasing durability.

    Exterior zippers have double-sided closure fabric, minimizing water penetration.

    While I would classify this on the lighter side of a daypack, it is loaded with pockets and hidden zippered sleeves. Though it does have dual “zipper-expandable” water bottle pockets on each side…I believe this fits more into an urban backpack style. It’s so sharp, I don’t want to soil it’s sophisticated look.

    But who am I to limit how someone may choose to use this wonderfully clever backpack.

    Shoulder straps are 2.5” wide and possess an “anatomical curve.” The padding is rather thin. Strap webbing is stout and buckles are bar-tacked for strength. The padded lower lumber region contains a clever “hidden” zippered pocket. A similar padded area like the lumbar pad tops the upper shoulder area but does not have the hidden zippered pocket. Much to my dismay, no waist-belt or sternum strap are offered. When wearing a nylon rain jacket during downpours, I did get frustrated with shoulder straps that wanted to slide off my shoulders…a problem that a sternum strap would eliminate. To be fair, if the outer rainshell was a different texture or material, shoulder straps may not have been prone to slide.

    A cavernous zippered padded computer sleeve is located on the wearer’s back-panel right side…the full height and width of the backpack. My 17” Toshiba laptop slid right in.

    The outermost pocket zips entirely off and reverses which exposes the integrated 5W solar panel. A center zipper reveals a myriad of interior pockets, some designed for the charging devices (marked by device icons) and others for writing utensils and smaller personal items in three mesh pockets. The iPad sized pocket is thinly padded. A snap hangs from webbing for your keys.

    The main body of the pack has a 3/4 zipper and offers one large pocket to separate from the rest of the main compartment. This area offers roughly 4” of depth to store belongings.

    Solar panel:

    Follow directions and remove the thin clear protective sheet on the solar panel grid.

    Full exposure to direct sunlight is imperative to assist in charging. I found this Renogy Solar Bsckpack at 5.6W is obviously a much slower charge than their 10W Portable Folding Solar Panel.

    Through automotive glass I experienced a reading of a charge but the mobile device never gained a percentage. In direct sunlight, while using my iPhone 7, I saw a 1% gain every four minutes. USB ports feel loose or sloppy in their connectivity, which I’m certain affects charging…this is the OEM iPhone7 charging cord, my Verizon work phone’s OEM cord and an aftermarket cord.

    If using the Renogy Solar Backpack for light hiking purposes, care must be given not to damage the solar panel screen, from outside abuse if left exposed or from packed items if zipped facing the pack interior. Sharp or pointed objects can perforate the panel. If this were to occur, Renogy claims this will not render the solar panel inoperable but be assured it will reduce charging capabilities.

    Initially, I was concerned about the water repellency of the fabric and zippers…but after being caught in several West Virginia downpours, both performed admirably. No water penetrated. However, I would highly recommend picking up a rain cover if you truly want to hike with the Renogy Solar Backpack.

    Final Thoughts

    Personally, I really like the Renogy Solar Backpack. Though it may not see much of the backcountry, it accompanies me, daily, in my work truck and short treks into the woods. It’s overall functionality far outweighs any negatives I have mentioned, keeps my job site paperwork nicely organized and keeps my handheld devices charged and operational. Not to mention it’s good looks!

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
    May. 21, 2018

    Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    RANGER REVIEW: Primus Trailbottle S/S 1.0 liter at Army Camp Campground, WVk

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Army Camp Campground, New River Gorge National River, WV

    Army Camp Campground, New River Gorge National River, Prince, WV https://www.nps.gov/neri/learn/historyculture/army-camp.htm

    If you have never treated yourself to the beautiful diversity of the New River Gorge National River, you are truly missing out!

    Rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater paddling, rafting, hiking, camping, birding?…it’s all here and more. 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.

    There are three very nice, somewhat primitive, free, campgrounds located within six miles of each other right outside Prince, WV. Grandview Sandbar and Glades Creek along one side of the New River and Army Camp across the Rt 41 bridge and downriver.

    Note: vitally important to realize there is no running water at any of these campgrounds. You must bring water or filter it from the New River…which I wouldn’t recommend.

    https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3QnnaIl-xgE

    Each site has a picnic table, grill, fire pit, dual lantern post and pit latrines. Of the three New River Gorge National River campgrounds in this immediate area, Army Camps pit latrines are maintained but in dire need of paint. Parking and tent pads are gravel…(making tent peg placement laborious). Plenty of hammocking opportunities.

    Army Camp is open for day use fishing and picnicking. The campground consists of one small loop with five sites on the outside perimeter and five on the inner perimeter. Scattered mature trees dot the inner circle with open line of sight. Outside perimeter sites are wooded and offer more privacy. Though all sites are separated by 50 ft or more.

    Army Camp lies in a narrow river valley between steep, wooded 2500-3200 ft mountains offering spectacular views.

    Military history buffs will appreciate the remains of an Army training encampment along the gravel road driving in. Known for equipping soldiers to build floating bridges across rivers to move troops and heavy artillery.

    Though all campground trails are short and directly to the edge of the New River…innumerable trails are a short drive away.

    Caution: Use extreme prudence if choosing to enter the New River itself. This is an incredibly popular whitewater rafting and paddling river…currents are fast, powerful and dangerous.

    At this visit, after a night of rainfall, the New River has swollen beyond its boundaries by 50 feet or more on either shoreline.

    Song birds, robins and crows competed vocally during daylight hours. Interesting insects crawled the river’s sandy shore and a brightly colored Eastern box turtle searched for higher-dryer ground. The powerful drone of the New River never subsides.

    **When breaking camp, it was noted the New River had encroached another 100ft through the woodland, flowing alongside the campground loop gravel drive…30 ft from our tent pad. Even though it had not rained in 18 hours, the New River continued to swell beyond what I thought probable. Exercise greater wisdom than I did.

    Product Review: New Primus Trailbottle S/S 1.0 liter

    The new Primus Trailbottle stainless steel line offers a 0.6L, a 1.0L, a vacuum 0.5L, and a vacuum 0.8L. For purposes of this review, I’m putting the 1.0L S/S Trailbottle through its paces. https://primus.us/products/trailbottle-s-s-1-0l?variant=38421366546

    The Primus Trailbottle 1.0L comes in four (4) color options: black, red, light green and powder blue. Being on the trail or kayak in direct sunlight, I opted to not pursue the black so I could keep fluids cooler. The added bonus of brighter colors decreases the chances of me losing the bottle.

    As a Review Ranger for TheDyrt, these products were provided by Primus https://primus.us/ .

    I have been using various Primus stoves for many years with great success while backpacking and paddling, so I look forward to their new innovative and trustworthy products.

    The new Primus Trailbottle S/S 1.0L appears larger than it is. I was initially surprised by that illusion and feared it wouldn’t fit in my Gregory Baltoro Sidewinder Bottle holster…but fitment was actually easier than most water bottles. The bottom is a full inch smaller in diameter than the shoulder.

    Dimensions:

    •Height: 9” Base to Top of cap

    •O.D. Base: 10.25”/ O.D. Top: 11.25”

    •Weight: 10 grams

    Materials:

    •18/8 Food Grade stainless steel

    •Tritan lid (BPA free)

    One clear benefit of the S/S…it doesn’t possess or retain flavors…you get only what put in it.

    While the Primus Trailbottle S/S version has lightweight, thin walls that can likely dent with misuse…longevity of use sets this apart from the basic plastic or Lexan bottle. The mouth of the bottle is fairly large, making it easier to fill or add ice. Not being double walled, exterior sides sweat with ice cold beverages, but the painted surface has just enough grip texture not to slip when wet. The temperature of the Trailbottle contents will be felt by your hand.

    The screw-on lid has an additional small screw-on tethered cap. Instead of knurling around the sides of both caps, Primus uses a triangle pattern that mimics the cutout pattern on their stove/pot cooking systems Primus states the bottle opening and thread pattern fits some water filtration systems, but not my Katadyn Vario…nor does my Sawyer Mini thread onto the cap, as the threads are located on the inside of the spout..

    The rubber lanyard attaches to the small threaded cap by a recessed ring, then snakes through a bar on the larger bottle screw lid and attaches to that lid via a rubber style pop-rivet. Personally, I would not attach the Primus bottle to my pack by this rubber lanyard, but will run some para cord through the integrated bar on the lid…to carabiner to my pack (if I didn’t have a water bottle pocket).

    When partaking of its contents through the smaller lid opening, it is like any other solid-sided bottle. However, I found it was much easier pouring Trailbottle contents into a cup than a wide-mouth bottle.

    Final Thoughts

    I like it’s distinctiveness, versatility and light weight. I’m looking forward to many years of service from the Primus Trailbottle S/S 1.0 liter.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Kairos Wilderness Resort
    Apr. 30, 2021

    Kairos Wilderness Resort

    Wonderful location to camp

    The hill to climb to get there is SUPER sketchy but it’s a gorgeous location. If you want to go ride dirt bikes or UTVs this place is definitely the spot. The staff are excellent, they brought us firewood in the rain and stayed to chat with us for a bit. Dogs are allowed, in fact, the owners have a couple that “watch over” the property. 10/10 will be back.

  • David B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kairos Wilderness Resort
    Jul. 7, 2020

    Kairos Wilderness Resort

    1500 acres and trails!!!

    Great campground. Very clean and friendly. It sits on 1500 acres and has 41+ miles of trails. The only complaint is the campsites are very close but everyone was friendly and respectful so all in all it was a great place.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Sep. 12, 2020

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Great little secret

    This place is fabulous. Sites with water and electric hookup 1-20. Spacious , private . We had #9 . Level..walking trail system connected to camp sites. Cleanest bathrooms and showers I’ve seen. Cute little store for firewood ...they bring to you. Daily trash pickup . Beautiful trails. Scenic lake . Must see this little secret gem!

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Sep. 22, 2020

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Bacteria in the water

    We spent the weekend of the 4th of July here. My 9 year old was playing with the water spicket and scratched a bug bite. He ended up with a flesh eating bacteria from camping here. I constantly go fishing here. However do not recommend using the water spickets at the site if you have small kids.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    A nice campground

    I enjoyed this campground. A nice playground for children. Lots of deer about. The tent sites have water, fire ring, table and nice shade.  Lots of lovely trails to explore. It was quiet and super clean. The only drawback is that you need to drive to the restroom because the walk is a little too far.  But the restroom was super clean.

  • Marshall P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    May. 8, 2021

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Great little campground just a few minutes from I64

    This is a nice little campground.  Clean and well kept.  

    Most of the sites are wooded and would be a bit difficult for a rig our size but they are very nice.  The bathhouse is very clean with great water pressure and hot water.  There is also a small laundry room.  

    Sites have water and electric. 

    Several nice walking trails directly from the campground.

  • Tara T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Sep. 2, 2021

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    What a great find

    Checked into this wonderful State Park in Beaver, W VA. Close to New River Gorge National Park.

    Big sites with water and electricity, dump station on premise.

    Bathrooms spotless

    Just overnight and heading north

  • Heather H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Sep. 23, 2021

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Gorgeous spot/location

    Just stayed for one night passing through and we were sad we couldn't stay longer. Sites are big and spread out. It's quiet. Walking trails all over. We had site 19 which is one of the few pull thrus. We have a triple axl, had plenty of room and the site is wooded. Only downside for longer term stays is no sewer hookup, but they do have a very convenient dump spot at entry. We will be back!

  • Allen P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Jul. 15, 2019

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Not bad

    Nice place in my hometown. Disconnect between the park headquarters and campground check in. Was told no golf carts on campgrounds per the host. However, HQ has written guidelines stating all vehicles must be licensed. Some rules enforced, others are not. Overall we would stay again.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Great!!

    we just used this park for a night stop over on our return trip from SC. Beautiful park.Had water and electric. fairly level gravel sites. Dump site was a little different. Had to make a uturn to get in to dump. I’d like to go back and spend some more time there.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Jun. 18, 2018

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Little Beaver State Park

    Little Beaver State Park is a lovely little park just off Interstate 64 between Beckley and White Sulfur Springs. It has 16 sites with water and 30 sites with both electric and water. Some of the sites are pull throughs which could accommodate big rigs. There is a dump station available. There is a very nice shower house as well. Check out the website for more information.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Oct. 24, 2022

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park

    Office was staffed with a friendly lady; told us to go they the campsites to pick which one we liked. She gave us a map with available site marked. We chose a shaded pull thru spot #16 that had a gravel pad with 30 amp electric and water.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Beaver State Park Campground
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Little Beaver State Park Campground

    Beautiful, small state park near national park

    This is a beautiful, small state park with a combination of grassy and wooded sites. Some of the sites offer just water, while others offer both water and electric; none offer sewer, but there is a dump station near the check-in area. Bathhouse is clean with flush toilets, warm showers, and laundry. There’s a dishwashing sink outside. It was quiet when I was there in April, but not fully occupied. 

    There’s a pond for fishing and/or swimming and boat rentals are available. There’s also a playground. There are miles of trails for hiking and biking. Large open field nearby gives you a great view of the sky for stargazing. 

    The campground is a quick run over to Grandview Point at New River Gorge to catch sunrise over the horseshoe bend or to walk trails there. It’s within 30-50 minutes of many of the interesting spots along the New River Gorge; take a hike, raft the river, or ride a bike. Also in the area is the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine which will give you a good introduction to the history of the area and is a nice complement to some of the mining remnants you’ll see in the New River Gorge National Park.


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