Top Dog Friendly Camping near Ripley, WV

Looking for the best options for camping with dogs near Ripley? The Dyrt can help you find the best campsites for you and your dog. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a happening campground near the attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to go camping with your dog.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ripley, WV (50)

    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground

    1.

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    58 Photos
    45 Saves
    Long Bottom, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest

    2.

    Kanawha State Forest

    24 Reviews
    70 Photos
    94 Saves
    Hernshaw, West Virginia

    Located seven miles south of the capital city of Charleston, Kanawha State Forest is an outdoor lover’s haven. It is known for its extensive network of hiking and biking trails and has some of the state’s most popular picnic areas. Campers can enjoy hiking, playground areas, fishing, biking, and more.

    46 sites, 25 of which have electricity and water hookups

    Each campsite has a fireplace and picnic table

    The campground has two bathhouses and a coin-operated laundry

    RVs or trailer/truck units longer than 26 feet are not recommended

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $35 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA

    4.

    Huntington / Fox Fire KOA

    19 Reviews
    51 Photos
    29 Saves
    Ona, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground

    5.

    Krodel Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    7 Photos
    22 Saves
    Point Pleasant, West Virginia

    Krodel Park has many activities for everyone. Enjoy fishing at their stocked lake, rent a kayak from the YakShak, or walk along the trail that circles the park, playground, picnic areas & more!

    63 sites for tents, travel trailers & pop-up campers that have access to electric, water, sewer & trash facilities located throughout the campground.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $30 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground

    6.

    Kountry Resort Campground

    5 Reviews
    10 Photos
    18 Saves
    West Columbia, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $80 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park

    7.

    Saint Albans Roadside Park

    10 Reviews
    33 Photos
    50 Saves
    St. Albans, West Virginia

    Welcome to Roadside Park in St. Albans, WV! This is the perfect place for your family outing as it features amenities like boat launching ramps that will make boating on Kanawha River more easy than ever before. There are also nice and cozy overnight RV camping spaces and picnic shelters where you can spend some time with friends or loved ones while enjoying scenic views of our beautiful Kanawha River nearby – not to mention inclusive playground equipment too!

    Residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational options including a well-equipped playground, picnic shelters, boat launch ramp, RV parking, and more. The park is also handicapped accessible with paved walkways and an asphalt parking lot.

    There are also paved asphalt RV parking spots for overnight camping at St. Albans Roadside Park. If you are traveling through the area with your RV, pull behind camper or travel trailer, Roadside Park in St. Albans is a great place to stop while passing through town.

    Pull-through sites are available at our quaint campground with a maximum stay of 2 nights within a 15-day period. Campers’ additional features include fresh water and electric hookups with a dump station when your stay with us is complete. Overnight Tent camping is prohibited on our property.

    Reserveations are not required for RV camping spaces.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground

    8.

    Lake Hope State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    101 Photos
    151 Saves
    New Plymouth, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground

    9.

    Statts Mills Campground

    2 Reviews
    13 Photos
    10 Saves
    Ripley, West Virginia

    Our beautiful facility is located in the picturesque Appalachian mountains of Central West Virginia. Plan your next getaway off the beaten path with some wonderful West Virginia hospitality. Y'all be glad you did!

    From cabins to tents, hunting to antiquing, Statts Mills has it all! Located on the shores of Lake O'Brien, Statts Mills offers the outdoor enthusiast a full range of activities every year. If your looking to fish , mountain bike , hike , kayaking or just some good ole relaxation this is the place to be. Our friendly staff is waiting to help you with any questions you may have.

    We offer tent areas, RV Hookups and Cabins!! Please go to the Reservation link to see prices and call for availability! Look on the Amenities link for views! Look on Cabin Link for full views of the inside and outside of each of our six cabins.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $15 - $200 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest

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    Zaleski State Forest

    16 Reviews
    65 Photos
    96 Saves
    Zaleski, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Ripley

226 Reviews of 50 Ripley Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    September 4, 2024

    Kanawha State Forest

    Not bad

    Overall not a bad campground. Very pricey in my mind, $43 after taxes for 1 night of primitive camping. Got there at 4 on a monday and no one was in the office, ended up riding 45 minutes up the road to call to reserve a spot, they said everything was a 3 night minimum. I ended up booking online for just 1 night. Campground was clean and quiet, directions aren’t super clear as to where the campground is. Would stay here again if I had to, but wouldn’t be my first pick.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    September 1, 2024

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    In need of TLC

    Narrow roads getting to state park. Campground in need of an update and targeted maintenance. Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking as sites can be small and hilly. Sites are asphalt. Not many sites are level. Most patrons seem to be local - weekends full of loud music and drinking.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake State Park Campground
    September 1, 2024

    Jackson Lake State Park Campground

    Do not recommend

    Tent sites are on a steep uneven hill, we had site 4. Tent sites are super close, we can hear our neighbors perfectly as if they were talking to us. Only a few feet between each site. Map showed we would be right next to the lake, this is incorrect, lake is not accessible or even visible from campsite.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    August 26, 2024

    Krodel Park Campground

    Solid place if you’re not tent camping

    If you tent camp they don’t allow access to the bathrooms other than a porta potty open to the public and no showers either. Kinda messed up. The fish were not biting for anyone. It’s part of a public park. The staff were excellent thought, and the price of $20 a night unbeatable. Cheapest to visit the Mothman

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    August 21, 2024

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Nice campground and friendly staff

    Fantastic campground! Staff was super friendly and we were escorted to our camp site. Facilities a little dated but clean! Pool area was clean! We tent camp, but walking around, the camping trailers did not appear to be crowded together. For us this is a fantastic place to overnight and will return again when traveling through the area!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    August 20, 2024

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Great experience

    The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend, but it never got too loud. Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious. I was at site 2, which is on a slight incline, but it didn't matter too much because I camp in a teardrop so keeping it level isn't an issue. Wifi and Verizon cell were both strong. Easy access to the rail trail and close to the river. I'll definitely go back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    August 2, 2024

    Kountry Resort Campground

    Family Fun at Old Campground

    This campground has been around since the 1800s. It has a lot of permanent residents and we had a lot of fun checking out the different set ups.

    There are a lot of amenities but they need updated. The playgrounds need replaced. The activities building had a pool and game room area, which we used a lot. These were dated as well but our kids had a blast and that is all that matters.

    Everyone we engaged with at the campground was very pleasant. We went midweek so it was not very crowded other than the permanent residents. The park is very quiet.

    We did a couple day trips down to Pomeroy, which is a nice little river town with ice cream, playgrounds, and shops less than five miles from the campground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
    August 2, 2024

    Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    Nice deep sites. Cokeley is W/E. Restrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on s

     Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. 304)643-2931.

    GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills! Call the office! Park personnel said some GPS will bring campers up a bad gravel road!

    Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade. 

    Will definitely return. 

    Wi-Fi worked!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    July 29, 2024

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Great local campground

    We stayed there years ago. Our only complaint was how close the sites are together. Some are down over banks & some are on a slant. It was rather noisy when we were there too. Nice beach area for swimming though!

  • Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    July 8, 2024

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Great Family Campground

    We had a wonderful time. The Park is great and we have stayed at lodge 4 times before but this was first camping trip.

    We stayed during historic heat wave but kept cool in the river, the pool, and with the ice cream store nearby. There wasn’t easy river access from the campground but we climbed down the hill with no problem and waded the stream for hours.

    The property was very clean and family oriented. Nice spacing at our site in particular. I would also recommend sites 10, 11, 17, 19, 13, and 14.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Timbre Ridge Lake
    July 5, 2024

    Timbre Ridge Lake

    Beautiful area

    We spent one night of dispersal camping here. It was a beautiful area with a vault toilet. We felt safe enough to leave our windows only screened.

    There were fishermen coming and going several times through the night.

    The vault toilet had not been cleaned recently, nor had trash been emptied.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Saint Albans Roadside Park
    June 29, 2024

    Saint Albans Roadside Park

    Right beside the River

    Overall if your just passing through it would be a ok place for the night. Make sure to keep your stuff locked up Lots of vagrants and over grown men riding kids bicycles with backpacks

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kinderhook Horse Trail
    May 28, 2024

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Flat tentspots

    Parking for regular cars is 100 yards before restroom (the others are for horse trailers only). Close to the restroom there’s a picnic table, tentspots and a manual water pump. A lot of insects, humid and dense deciduous forest surrounding the trailhead. The Kinderhook trail was overgrown. The Paw Paw trail on the other hand was very smooth, dry and wide. The trail leads to the top of the hill.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kinderhook Horse Trail
    May 27, 2024

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Nice small trailhead area

    Area is dedicated to horse trail riding. Nice clean area just off main road.Can camp here in certain spots. Not much area to camp. No fire rings, one picnic table. Definitely only for very small camper, car camp, or tent, small group. Nice trails. Seem to be well maintained. Does have a small hand pump water spigot. Has no flush vault toilet. No hook-ups of any kind. I did not camp here due to severe weather warnings. With att had 2 to 3 bars cell service.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    May 23, 2024

    Kanawha State Forest

    Beautiful forest close to Charleston

    This state forest is expansive with lots of trails popular with mountain bikers. It is a bit challenging to reach with a large(ish) van like ours. Narrow, winding roads take you to the Forest entrance. Campground was quiet with few campers in mid-May. The weather was hot and buggy when we visited. We did find a few ticks. Campground does have playgrounds, showers, electric hook-ups, and a dump station.

  • Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    April 25, 2024

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Weekend Getaway

    Great place to stay! We were at site 13, right on the water. Check-in was easy and the staff was very friendly! Plenty of ice and firewood at the store and a cute little gift shop. The site was mostly flat where we parked the camper and very close to the bathhouse. Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing, basketball, and a nice playground, to name a few! We definitely plan to make another trip there this year!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Dog Camp Resort
    April 22, 2024

    Lazy Dog Camp Resort

    Better days maybe

    The staff and people were nice and helpful. However, based on the picture I thought it was like KOA or Jellystone and it might have been in its past but not now.  It felt more like a workcamp then a campground.  Many long stay residents and their sites looked like it.  Heavily patched campers that will most likely never move again and one site looked like a junkard.  The resident did seem to love fishing in the pond, which I guess has very large catfish so if you like that you might like it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    April 11, 2024

    Huntington / Fox Fire KOA

    This KOA is a Keeper

    This is a very cozy park tucked in between US60 and I64. We are in site 14 and its not quite level, but they were generous with gravel so the drainage is good! No parking in puddles!The staff is great, friendly, upbeat. The gentleman who led us to the site helped us get positioned, and squared up.The site has a patio, bench, picnic table, fire pit, and a huge gas grill. There is more privacy than usual at KOA, pine trees between sites.Well be back! You do have to watch for the entrance, there is a big KOA sign but its not aligned with the actual turn, so be careful.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    December 28, 2023

    Kanawha State Forest

    Winter night

    We camped for a night right after Christmas. Cozy little campground with great bathrooms! No cell service on either Verizon or ATT anywhere. Very close to Charleston. Sleeping by the creek was an added bonus.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Huntington / Fox Fire KOA
    December 17, 2023

    Huntington / Fox Fire KOA

    Nice but so much highway noise

    This is a very nice KOA camp. I arrived after dark so I didn’t get a good look at the place but the entrance is well marked. The family restrooms are very nice and comfortable. The sites have great electric and water, I’ll try the sewer before I leave. It’s damp and muddy but it’s December so that’s expected. I took off a star for the street noise. The campground is right next to a major highway. There is car and truck noise all day long and all night too. Maybe it would be better in the summer when there are leaves on the trees. At least that would block the view.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    October 24, 2023

    Statts Mills Campground

    Neglected campground

    This was the most neglected campground I have ever seen. The swings were all broken and on the ground in the playground, the picnic tables were broken and falling apart, the grass had not been cut, and the electricity did not work in all of the sites. It was disgusting. The entrance does not accommodate an RV or a large camper even though the owner said it did. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gallia County Junior Fairgrounds
    September 10, 2023

    Gallia County Junior Fairgrounds

    Fine for An Overnight Stop

    I can’t speak for what this is like when there are more people here. But, it’s after the fair, and we are parked in a large open field with numerous full hook up sites. We picked Site 117, which was fairly flat (one block to level). Bath house is typical fair bath house. This type of overnighting suits our lifestyle when we want a quick overnight with full hook ups.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Alma State Park Campground
    August 20, 2023

    Lake Alma State Park Campground

    Way to close

    Campsites 40-43 are for close friends of family. Spur of the moment plans landed us here for the weekend. We booked 42 site unseen.. when we put out our awning we touched camper in front of us.. camp host let us switch campsites. Plenty of fishing and biking trails. Campsites we're just too close for us.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)
    July 18, 2023

    Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)

    Nice place!

    Only stayed for a night but it was very quiet and only a handful of other campers. All the sites seemed relatively level. Some of the electric hookups had damage but being able to choose your spot upon arrival helped. We arrived in pouring rain and had no issues with our campsite when we could see it in the morning lol.

    Bathrooms and showers were relatively clean and accommodating.

    Seemed a lot like a hidden gem and I definitely recommend. Especially if you have a dog. Across the street, the park portion of this campground has a dog park, playground, historical site and pond for fishing

    FYI . Most of the sites seemed small so it might be best for smaller setups. Also I did not see any pull through sites.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kanawha State Forest
    July 15, 2023

    Kanawha State Forest

    Nice Getaway

    This place is about a 10 minute drive from downtown Charleston, some really beautiful trails and great for mountain biking. Decent amenities as well.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
    June 26, 2023

    Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    Awesome lodge in NBSP

    My dad and I stayed at the lodge in NBSP in May 2023 after riding bicycles for 26 miles from West Union on the rail trail. We were exhausted from a hard but great ride and the lodge and its restaurant provided the perfect refuge to recharge overnight and bike back to West Union the next day. Quality accommodations with all amenities and excellent customer service. The lodge restaurant has a reputation for excellence, as I learned later, and it earned that reputation for me. Highly recommend the lodge and the rail trail.



Guide to Ripley

Camping near Ripley, West Virginia, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Hocking Hills State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Beautiful area with great hikes and views close by." The trails are known for their unique features, like Old Man's Cave and Lower Falls.
  • Water Activities: At Lake Hope State Park Campground, you can enjoy kayaking and paddleboarding. A reviewer said, "The lake is beautiful and there is a very nice lodge for meals."
  • Wildlife Watching: Burr Oak State Park Campground is a great spot for nature lovers. One camper noted, "Burr Oak campgrounds is so relaxing and quiet," making it perfect for spotting local wildlife.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathhouses at Rifrafters Campground. A visitor shared, "The bath house was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the helpfulness of the staff at Chestnut Creek Campground. One review said, "Owner is nice and helpful. He gave me good advice on what to see."
  • Secluded Sites: Campers enjoy the privacy offered at Top O' The Caves Campground. A guest mentioned, "The tent site was decently secluded and near a nice small pond."

What you should know:

  • Site Conditions: Some campgrounds, like Forked Run State Park Campground, have uneven sites. A camper warned, "Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking as sites can be small and hilly."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise at certain campgrounds. One visitor at Huntington / Fox Fire KOA noted, "There is car and truck noise all day long and all night too."
  • Limited Amenities: Some sites, like those at Zaleski State Forest, lack modern amenities. A reviewer mentioned, "Showers and bathrooms were subpar."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids, like Lake Hope State Park Campground, which offers hiking and swimming. One family said, "The lake is beautiful and there is a very nice lodge for meals."
  • Secluded Spots: Choose campgrounds with more space between sites, like Burr Oak State Park Campground. A camper noted, "It was great with silence and space."
  • Plan for Bugs: Bring bug spray, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Top O' The Caves Campground advised, "Bring your bug spray for sure!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure to check the level of your site before booking. A reviewer at Forked Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Some are down over banks & some are on a slant."
  • Water and Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with good hookups, like Rifrafters Campground. One camper said, "Good, steady power and water at the site."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: If you're sensitive to noise, consider campgrounds that are further from highways, like Chestnut Creek Campground. A visitor noted, "It was very peaceful and quiet at night."

Camping near Ripley, West Virginia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to check the specifics of each campground to find the best fit for your needs!

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