Best Campgrounds near Romney, WV

Romney, West Virginia features several established campgrounds offering a range of accommodations from traditional tent sites to RV hookups and cabin rentals. Middle Ridge Campground provides full hookup sites with water, sewer, and electric connections in wooded settings, while Wapocoma Campground sits along the South Branch River with waterfront access for fishing and kayaking. Both campgrounds accommodate tent and RV camping, with Middle Ridge also offering cabin rentals. The surrounding region includes additional options within 30 miles, including Rocky Gap State Park Campground in Maryland and Hawk Recreation Area Campground with more primitive facilities.

Seasonal availability varies across campgrounds in the Romney area, with some facilities operating year-round while others close during winter months. Middle Ridge Campground maintains year-round operations, whereas Wapocoma operates from mid-April through October. Access to some campgrounds requires navigating mountainous terrain with tight turns and steep grades. Cell service can be limited, particularly at more remote locations like Middle Ridge, which sits atop a mountain ridge. According to one visitor: "Road to access the campground was good with some tight turns up the hill the last couple of miles. The campground itself is gravel roads that were pretty tight getting in and out of and fairly steep with trees on all sides."

The campgrounds near Romney offer distinct camping experiences based on their settings and amenities. Middle Ridge provides secluded, wooded campsites with significant space between neighbors, appealing to those seeking quiet and privacy. Reviews consistently mention the peaceful atmosphere and attentive owners. As one camper noted, "Middle Ridge Campground is a charming family owned campground without the major frills, but has full hookups, very wooded, and has a ton of walking paths to enjoy." Wapocoma Campground attracts water enthusiasts with its riverfront location offering swimming, fishing, and kayaking opportunities. Most campgrounds in the area feature fire rings, picnic tables, and accessible bathhouses. Several campgrounds accommodate larger rigs, though reviews suggest caution with anything over 35 feet at more remote locations.

Best Camping Sites Near Romney, West Virginia (174)

    1. Middle Ridge Campground

    22 Reviews
    Romney, WV
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 822-8020

    "It is not near a main highway unless you call Route 50 through Romney a main highway. It is west of town up a curved mountain road. It is on the top area of "Middle Ridge" mountain. "

    "The town of Romney nearby has everything you might need. Highly recommend the small farmer markets with fresh fruit and veggies."

    2. Wapocoma Campground

    6 Reviews
    Romney, WV
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 822-5528

    "The only thing I didn’t like was there was no privacy when you exited the shower, just a large common changing area but we made the best of it."

    "There is a playground for the kids and bring the bikes for them to ride around the campground. It is a nice family campground. It's close to the town of Augusta for supplies or extra groceries."

    3. Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Flintstone, MD
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 722-1480

    $23 - $29 / night

    "We stayed in cabin 170 in Fir loop and the site was incredibly spacious, heavily shaded, close to the bath house, path to the beach, and well distanced from other sites."

    "Our friends were in the site next to us (17) which was also nice and there was a wide walking path between them. Family also stayed in one of the rental cabins (21)."

    4. Millesons Walnut Grove Campgound

    3 Reviews
    Romney, WV
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 822-5284

    5. CUMBERLAND MD. CAMPGROUNDS. 1 & 2

    19 Reviews
    Cumberland, MD
    20 miles
    +1 (301) 777-3472

    $35 / night

    "Me and a small group of friends stayed here for a weekend and we had a blast it was so peaceful we where right next to the river and had some great trails too hike on."

    "Great stay at a well located spot. Beautiful and quiet. Don was very helpful with any request that we had. Would return again. Thanks Don."

    6. Great Escape Of Romney, West Virginia

    1 Review
    Romney, WV
    3 miles
    +1 (202) 412-9558

    7. Hawk Recreation Area Campground

    15 Reviews
    Star Tannery, VA
    21 miles
    Website

    "Although it's not immediately convenient to the various hiking trails in the Lee Ranger district of Washington-Jefferson NF, this little site is tucked away atop a mountain far from any crowds."

    "Tent sites are rough, some outside ring sites have tent pads."

    8. The Cove Campground

    15 Reviews
    High View, WV
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 858-2882

    "Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."

    "The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."

    9. Green Ridge State Forest

    29 Reviews
    Little Orleans, MD
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 478-3124

    $10 / night

    "My family and I have gone camping all over Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania, but had never visited Green Ridge before this weekend. "

    "All are roadside, but plenty are tucked away so you feel alone in the woods. You can occupy a site as long as you register at the parks main office. $10/night."

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Recent Reviews near Romney, WV

1029 Reviews of 174 Romney Campgrounds


  • Gina T.
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Loved it!

    This was our first experience camping.  We just retired and rented a camper for a trial run and we just loved it.  It was quiet there and I slept like a baby.  Very positive experience.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Mathews Arm Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Love this Campground

    I love camping in Matthews Arm, it has a flush toilet restroom. The site A7 has a hug parking, can fit RVs and spacious area for tent, table, fire pit. Only downside is that the tent pad is kind of connected to site A09, so privacy is not the best.

  • Jack W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    South Fork Shenandoah River

    Great dispersed spot

    Only a few spots around, but beautiful spot right on the river with fire pits. No other amenities but it was exactly what we were looking for

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Cedar Creek Trail dispersed campsite

    Cedar Creek Trail Dispersed Campsite

    Went to Stultz gap and was a little unimpressed. Drove about 10 minutes further north on the same road.

    Location is approximate. After the intersection, the road will turn into a trail (marked by a metal gate) and there is a campsite right there.

    Was very peaceful and clean. Had an established fire ring.

  • Spencer W.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Campsite

    Stultz Gap Dispersed Camping

    The spot itself is right next to the road. The map seems to indicate trails connected but they appear very overgrown.

    Appears some may use this with horses as some small amount of waste was left behind.

    We ended up driving about 10-15 minutes further north along the same road and found a nicer spot with an established fire ring.

  • Brian B.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    The Retreat at Shenandoah Meadows

    Great place, zero oversight…

    First, let me say that the viewers at this campground are incredible. We stayed there this September and my family had a fantastic time in their cabins. When we got there, we found our cabin and these had codes to be able to enter. All was fine till we started looking at bathrooms.

    None of the bathroom facilities are labeled, male or female, but it was just our family there so it wasn’t a really big deal. Later on in the weekend, another group showed up, and then we felt as though we needed to try and find or figure out another way to ensure that the girls were safe.

    Every building in the campground is open you can walk literally anywhere you would like. Nobody is there to enforce anything. We had such a good time, that I still give it four stars. We had such good views that I would still give it four stars. But I would be aware of what you’re going to.

  • R
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Good place to stay for a night

    This is a good place to stay in an area along Hwy 50 where there aren’t many other options. The host was friendly and helpful. The campground is clean and safe. The bathrooms are fine with a good shower and hot water. There is a swimming pool although it was closed for the season when I was here.

  • E
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Camp Cacapon

    Great camping in a perfect spot

    We stayed at this campground Sep 26-28 and had a fantastic time. The campsite is in a perfect spot on the Cacapon river, and the facilities are excellent. Nice campsites, clean bathrooms and a charming little pavilion that you can rent and hang out with your group.

    Highly recommend


Guide to Romney

Romney's camping options extend beyond the immediate area, with alternative sites found within a 30-mile radius in surrounding counties. The region sits at elevations ranging from 700-1,500 feet in the Potomac Highlands, creating diverse camping conditions. Many campgrounds in the area provide access to both mountain terrain and water features, with several offering fishing opportunities in stocked ponds and natural waterways.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Rocky Gap State Park Campground provides excellent fishing in Lake Habeeb. "A lot to do here! Great way to see all sides of the park. Across the lake from the campground is a casino and resort," reports Jeff H. The campground beach area also offers water recreation with "volley ball nets. Lots of paddle boards and canoes for rent."

River activities: At Millesons Walnut Grove Campground in Springfield (20 miles from Romney), visitors can enjoy riverside camping from April through November. "The sunset is breathtaking!" notes Dylan B. This smaller campground appeals to tent campers, with one reviewer mentioning, "We really Enjoyed the spot, there aren't a lot of tent sites, it's mostly RV sites."

Hiking trails: The surrounding area offers extensive trail systems connecting to various waterways. Green Ridge State Forest provides "huge trail miles, great fishing at the Potomac River and both 15 mile and Flintstone creeks," according to Bill G. For shorter walks, some campgrounds maintain their own trail systems, like Middle Ridge Campground where campers enjoy "a ton of walking paths."

What campers like

Private, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the seclusion offered by Green Ridge State Forest sites. "With the exception of the Kasekamp sites that cater more to river floating and the nearby C&O Canal, most of them have no neighbor within half a mile," explains Bill G. The forest offers nearly 100 primitive campsites with just picnic tables and fire rings.

Water views: Riverside camping ranks high on campers' preference lists. At Wapocoma Campground, visitors enjoy direct river access. "Our spot had an amazing view looking over the South Branch river," writes Melissa L. The campground provides "river access for tubing, kayaking and fishing."

Wildlife encounters: Some campgrounds feature unexpected animal interactions. Middle Ridge Campground campers frequently mention the resident donkeys. "We have three children who absolutely loved petting and feeding Mules and Donkeys!" writes Kayla M. Another unique animal experience awaits at The Cove Campground, where "free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun."

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds in the area operate from April through October, with limited year-round options. At Hawk Recreation Area Campground, campers can stay "up to 21 days at a time" according to Jakob D., making it suitable for longer visits during its operating season.

Cell service challenges: Connectivity varies significantly across the region. At Middle Ridge, one camper reported, "Starlink was sketchy at best, Verizon had one bar and slightly usable, ATT was best with a couple of bars and ok speeds." For those seeking to disconnect, Green Ridge State Forest offers true isolation, though "on Verizon, you can find phone service in a few of the campsites."

Water access: Different campgrounds provide varying water facilities. Spring Gap Campground offers basic access with "hand pump" water sources as noted by Roger W., while others provide full hookups. At remote sites, mineral content can affect water quality, as one camper noted about Hawk Recreation Area: "I did not use the water, but have read elsewhere that it may come out looking rusty, presumably from the mineral content."

Tips for camping with families

Beach access for kids: The Cove Campground offers a small beach with recreational amenities. "The beach is large and clean," notes Christopher K. The campground also features "a volleyball ball sand court, a dock, you can fish in the lake, rent non motorboats," making it versatile for families with different interests.

Animal interactions: Children often enjoy the animal encounters at several campgrounds. At Middle Ridge, "Seeing the equine daily was a huge plus; they were super sweet and funny," according to Nastausha H. These interactions provide entertainment beyond standard camping activities.

Playground facilities: Rocky Gap State Park includes "a nice playground near shade for parents to watch," according to Katie H. The park's layout connects camping areas to recreation zones, as "there are trails from the camp loops to the beach," allowing families to move between activities easily.

Tips from RVers

Road conditions: Access to many campgrounds requires careful driving. At Middle Ridge, campers note the "road to access the campground was good with some tight turns up the hill the last couple of miles." For larger rigs, Stephen H. cautions, "Not sure I would try anything longer than about 36' fifth wheel or 34' travel trailer."

Site spacing: The Great Escape of Romney offers RV sites with reasonable spacing. Similarly, at Middle Ridge, George M. explains, "They laid out the sites so that you're not side by side. They are all on an angle which moves you further away from anyone on both sides." This configuration creates "decent space between campers."

Water pressure considerations: RVers should be prepared for variable utility performance. At Middle Ridge, one camper noted, "Water pressure was just a bit weak and used our water tank and pump during our stay. Best we could get for water pressure out of the hose was 25-20 psi. No issues with power or sewer."

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities does Wapocoma Campground in Romney, WV offer?

Wapocoma Campground in Romney offers a variety of amenities that make for a comfortable camping experience. The campground features full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. Bathroom facilities with flush toilets are available for campers. The campground is big-rig friendly with spacious sites that can accommodate larger RVs and trailers. Wapocoma provides multiple access options including drive-in, hike-in, and walk-in sites. For recreation, the nearby South Branch of the Potomac River offers excellent fishing and paddling opportunities. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak season, to secure your preferred site.

How far is Romney, WV from major cities and attractions?

Romney, WV is conveniently located for weekend getaways from several major cities. It's approximately 2 hours from Washington DC, 2.5 hours from Baltimore, and 2 hours from Pittsburgh. For outdoor enthusiasts, Romney is about 1 hour from Seneca Shadows and Seneca Rocks, a premier rock climbing destination. The scenic Blackwater Falls State Park is about 1.5 hours northeast. Cumberland, MD is just 30 minutes away, offering additional amenities and access to the C&O Canal Towpath. This central location in West Virginia's Potomac Highlands makes Romney an excellent base for exploring the region's natural attractions.

What campgrounds are available in Romney, WV?

Romney, WV offers several camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. Wapocoma Campground is a popular choice right in Romney, featuring drive-in access, reservable sites, water hookups, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. For those willing to venture slightly outside Romney, Great Escape Of Romney provides drive-in sites that can be reserved in advance. The surrounding area also offers additional options like Millesons Walnut Grove Campground near Springfield with both boat-in and drive-in access. These campgrounds provide convenient bases for exploring Romney's scenic landscapes and the broader Potomac Highlands region.