Best RV Parks & Resorts near South Charleston, WV
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Best RV Sites Near South Charleston, WV (72)
1. Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Prince, West Virginia12 Reviews•73 Photos•208 Saves- Pets
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2. Robert Newlon Airpark RV Park Huntington, WV
Lesage, West Virginia1 Review•10 Photos•6 SavesConveniently located 5 miles from I64. Exit 18. With 50, easy pull through, full hookup sites. 2 laundry facilities, bath house & dog park area. Restaurant on site open Thursday thru Sunday. Open year round Located beside a private grass strip airstrip. Also the Home of the WV Skydivers, Inc. Good Sam Park. Call for reservations.
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$45 / night
3. Saint Albans Roadside Park
St. Albans, West Virginia10 Reviews•33 Photos•51 SavesWelcome 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.
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
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4. Little Coal River Campground
Alum Creek, West Virginia1 Review•1 Photo•18 SavesWe are located across from the newly constructed Hatfield McCoy Visitor’s Trail Center. The campground is twenty miles south of Charleston, WV nestled between Corridor G (Route 119) and the Little Coal River near Julian. The campground has 17 RV sites with a large amount of primitive camping available. The RV sites have water, sewer and 20/30/50 amp power hookups. We have a large renovated bathhouse with heat and air conditioning. The vending machine room has a microwave for your convenience. The campground has DIRECT access to the Little Coal River Trailhead.
The campground is located along the banks of the Little Coal River. The tranquil stream offers fishing spots along its scenic banks. Shopping and fine cuisine for all, is just twenty minutes north. Many attractions are located near Charleston.
The campground has one two bedroom cabin. Also, a 36 foot travel trailer is for rent.
The remaining Hatfield McCoy trails are to our south.
The campground has 17 RV sites with a large amount of primitive camping available. The RV sites have water, sewer and 20/30/50 amp power hookups. We have a large heated and air conditioned bathhouse. The vending machine room has a microwave for your convenience.
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- Reservable
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$20 - $110 / night
5. Rifrafters Campground
Fayetteville, West Virginia29 Reviews•94 Photos•174 SavesRifrafters 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.
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$15 - $44 / night
6. Arrowhead Bike Farm
Fayetteville, West Virginia10 Reviews•37 Photos•50 SavesNew River Gorge camping and RV sites are available near the Arrowhead Bike Trails, Long Point Trail, rock climbing, paddling and Fayetteville. Our convenient location and on-site amenities make Arrowhead Bike Farm the ideal base for your next New River Gorge adventure.
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- Reservable
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$10 - $85 / night
7. West Virginia Adventures Campground
Scarbro, West Virginia6 Reviews•1 Photo•45 SavesTent, RV and Cabins available.
5 acres of hilltop fields dotted with trees, bath house, fire rings and other on-site amenities. Pet-friendly, but you're responsible for care and clean-up. Kids under 18 are free. Only minutes from Beckley/Tamarack or Fayetteville, officially one of the coolest small towns in America.
Our RV accommodations include both pull-through and back-in spaces, electric, water, and sewer hook-ups. We also provide a bath house, laundry facilities, and 16 acres to stretch out and make use of picnic tables, fire pits, corn hole boards, and the on-site soda machine.
Our rustic studio cabin provides a quiet getaway on the hilltop, only steps away from our rafting departures. The cabin provides 2 queen beds, mini-frig, bathroom, sitting porch, and all linens.
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8. Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Thurmond, West Virginia17 Reviews•66 Photos•332 SavesThis tent only campground located near the historic railroad town of Thurmond offers 7 walk-in sites, 5 on the sandy beach of the New River and 2 in the nearby forest. There are no drive-in sites at this location. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited. The Stone Cliff Trailhead also starts at the campground.
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9. Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse
Summersville Lake, West Virginia8 Reviews•124 Photos•74 SavesSummersville Lake Retreat is your jumping off point to all that there is to do in beautiful Southern West Virginia from spending the day on Summersville lake to exploring the New River Gorge National Park, we are 15 minutes from everything! You can stay with us in a variety of ways across our 57 acre wooded retreat with many sites that overlook Summersville Lake or have other fantastic views. We offer camping in one of our cabins or in your own RV, camper, tent, or hammock. Our large cabins are built onsite by Appalachian craftsmen out of native hemlock and are fully outfitted from the cookware to the linens and some are even equipped with hot tubs and fireplaces. Our Tiny Cabins and Vintage camper rentals are just right for your weekend glamping needs. Our RV sites are a variety of full hook up, water/electric, and primitive wooded sites to cover all camping styles. We are Open Year Round for Cabins & RV's.
We take great pride in our wonderful amenities from our clean bathrooms and showers, pirate ship playground, huge dog park, hammock hangout, table tennis area, community fire pits, picnic shelters, cornhole arena, horseshoe pits, gift shop and camp store, and of course our working lighthouse that you can climb 10 stories to the see the views for miles.
We also have both motorized boat rentals as well as kayaks, canoes, and SUP's for your enjoyment of Summersville Lake.
Of course you can see photos of everything and book online from our website.
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- Reservable
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$40 - $56 / night
10. Hilltop Sunrise - Half acre RV Site with full hookups
Scarbro, West Virginia3 Reviews•10 Photos•12 Saves1/10 mile off US 19 Greentown/Hilltop Exit in Hilltop, WV
Super easy and convenient back-in slot with 50 Amp, 30 Amp, and 20 Amp electric service, city water, city sewer connection - all provided at your site.
Site includes a spacious grassy courtyard with picnic table, fire ring, and cornhole set. Room for your rig (up to 32 feet long), and two additional vehicles.
Visually level, compacted 15' x 32' gravel pad. Rigs over 32 feet WILL require additional leveling.
Substantial longer term discounts for weekly and monthly visitors will apply. Contact the host.
Just 15 minutes to whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking, fishing, zip lining, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, history tours, birding, geocaching, tubing, live music, micro brewery, ATV trails, Fayette Theatre, New River Gorge Bridge, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Summit Bechtel Reserve, Beauty Mountain, Plum Orchard Lake, Paint Creek, Loop Creek, Thurmond, Fayetteville, Fayette Station, Scarbro, Oak Hill, Glen Jean, Mount Hope
Restaurants within 20 minutes: Cafe One Ten, Wanderlust Creative Foods, Pies and Pints, Freefolk Brewery Taproom, Cathedral Cafe, Bridge Brew Works, Southside Junction Tap House, The Char of Beckley
Less than 30 minutes to jet boat rides, Fayette County Park (4-H Camp), Babcock State Park, Hawks Nest State Park, Little Beaver State Park, Gaines Estate, Athena Estate & Vineyard, Daniel Vineyards, Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, Kanawha Falls, Cathedral Falls, Sandstone Falls, Cotton Hill, Summersville Lake, and the towns of Ansted, Beckley, Fayetteville, Gauley Bridge, Hinton, Oak Hill, Prince
We are conveniently located at 7245 Legends Hwy, Oak Hill, WV 25901, just 1/10 mile off the US 19 Greentown/Hilltop Exit.
Pets must be leashed at all times and can NEVER be left unattended. Many RVers use the Waggle App to monitor pets.
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
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$19 - $29 / night
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Recent RV Reviews in South Charleston
364 Reviews of 72 South Charleston Campgrounds
Bob M.
Ranger
East Fork (WV)
Decent Place
We camped here for 6 nights just before Halloween, enjoyed it. Not a lot to do unless you have a boat, but it's a scenic area. Ended up here because we had to avoid our original plans due to Hurricane Helene.
Benjy B.
Traveler
The Outpost at New River Gourge
Loved it here!
As a car camper I was initially hesitant about paying for a partial hookup RV spot knowing that I wouldn’t be fully utilizing what I was paying for, but man am I glad I chose to stay here.
The location is great for getting in and out of town and the park alike, and it was the ideal location for a hike base. In terms of the campground itself, I think it set a new standard for me that’ll be pretty hard to beat. The bathrooms were incredible, and the shower was so good that it was almost annoying (I’m jealous and want it at home now too).
Checking in and out was easy, and the staff was very kind in accommodating me extending my stay another day on two separate occasions. I’d been most in and out in the dark, but finally on the last day got to check out the rest of the place and it really is super nice with a great aesthetic to match.
The big kicker for me was the lodge/Wi-Fi situation. As someone camping in a Prius, it can get pretty tight at times, so having a nice big space with great internet to get some work done was a huge bonus. Even in my car, the WiFi was plenty good enough to use, albeit not quite as snappy fast as the lodge.
All in all, I’d happily come back here again and again if I were to find myself back in the area. Could not more highly recommend.
- KKim L.
Guide
Rifrafters Campground
Nearest CG to New River Gorge bridge and visitor center
Very comfortable and quiet campground. Camp hosts (owners?) and staff are very friendly and helpful. Close to local towns for services. The full hook up RV sites seem crowded, but the electric only sites were spacious and shady. I had a little deck with a picnic table. Even though the land is hilly, almost every site was level. The area where I camped had a single porta potty, but the main service area had clean showers and reasonably priced laundry. Short hiking trails are nearby. A children’s area is available but looked little used.
Molly R.
ScoutRifrafters Campground
Well managed everything you need.
Beautiful area, close to New River National Park. Very accommodating staff. Includes wifi, PBS TV, small dog run, small playground, picnic shelter, laundry, bathhouse, firewood, ice,etc. Clean, friendly without all the fancy extras. Reasonably priced.
- RRhys R.Guide
Army Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Very relaxing spot
Very nice spot, right by the river with plenty of spaces to hammock down by there. We were lucky and got one of the last spots, there’s only 11. Fire rings with grill, and bench at each site. The ground is great for tents, no rocks. If you’re planning on coming here, make sure and come early. Pit toilets also available.
Tanner W.Scout
Arrowhead Bike Farm
Great spot
Great spot and very close to the national park, but site 5 was very un-level.
- JJulie M.Traveler
Rifrafters Campground
Great overnight stop very shaded and peaceful
We stayed overnight on our way up the coast and had a great visit. I wish we could’ve stayed longer. The campground was very peaceful and shaded people were very friendly and the facilities were exceptionally clean.
- ZZachary P.Traveler
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.
- Susan B.Traveler
Army Camp - New River National Scenic River
2-3 dispersed sites before this campground
The Campground is small...Maybe 15 sites. It was full when we arrived. Luckily, there are 2 or 3 dispersed sites along the road into the Campground. They are on the river, too. Perfect for an overnighter.
Kel J.TravelerArmy Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Free Camping & Beautiful Scenary
Pit toilets, but was nice to have something ++ FREE. Super cool river near by, great scenery.
- NNicholas I.Scout
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
- JJ G.Scout
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!!
- Tia B.Traveler
Stone Cliff Campground — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
First come first serve river front camping
We arrived from Cleveland late on a Thursday evening and every one of the 7 sites was full, luckily we met another couple who let us share their site for the night which was great because they let us have their site when they left in the morning. We were on site 2/3 which are right at the bottom of a large staircase down from the parking lot. We put our tent a few feet away from the water facing the river and our canopy further up in the woods by the firepit. Access to a hiking trail at the end of the parking lot - Stonecliff Trail, garbage bins and bathrooms available, no running water so bring hand sanitizer, Dunloup waterfall ~8 min down the road right off the side of the road was beautiful and a great place to swim, hiked a few trails down to town of Thurmond which is a a great little historical train town with a nice visitors center
Cons - No picnic tables on any of the sites, carrying our things up the 3 flights of stairs to the parking lot was a little exhausting but not bad if you’re more of a minimalist camper, road access to campground is well paved but is very very narrow and windy so be careful of other cars flying around the bends, trains go by on other side of the river ~2-3 times per night, be careful of glass in the sand as well as bees, sites 2-5 are all right on top of each other (within 10 feet) with minimal trees in between so they’re good for groups but not if you don’t want to be right next to people.
Pete M.ScoutRifrafters Campground
Nice location and a great location.
Rifrafters is a wonderful family run campground that was the perfect location for us to explore New River Gorge NP and the surrounding area. The area is very hilly and the campground is no exception but they did a good job of creating roomy, mainly level campsites. Unlike Bear Mountain Campground, Rifrafters is far enough off of US 19 to avoid most of the road noise. The bath house was VERY clean and the showers had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Cell reception for Verizon was 3 bars, but the campground Wi-Fi was awesome! It was strong enough and had enough bandwidth for my wife to work remotely while the kids and I went whitewater rafting(go with ACE Adventures, they're great). The details make or break your stay and Rifrafters gets them all right. Good, steady power and water at the site, Wi-Fi, dry firewood, great bath house and clean/tidy everywhere. Lastly, the location was perfect for us. You''re just a few miles from the bridge and visitor's center to the north and a few miles to shopping/necessities to the south. Having stayed here made us realize we'd rather camp near US 19 and use our toad to drive the windy roads into t
Jeff E.TravelerThe Outpost at New River Gourge
Great location and nice updates
Stayed in the tent area. Site was good. Bathhouse was great and newly remodeled. Had a band and food trucks.
Jeremiah S.Guide
Chief Logan State Park Campground
Lots to do
Chief Logan has a lot of interesting things to see, including an outdoor animal exhibit, a lodge, a pool, a theatre, and a museum all close together.
Our site was full hook up and very level. There was creek nearby and walking paths all over. We went over to the lodge and was able to swim in the pool and hot tub as part of the price of our campsite. There was solar event with super rare aurora light show for this part of the world while we were there.
Corda B.GuideArmy Camp — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Spots fill quickly
Stayed here for a few nights with 3 other people. We had 1 big tent, 2 vehicles and a few dogs and had plenty of room. The road getting back to the site is a little sketch but worth the trip in. Just remember you have to make that trip all the way back out if you forget anything at the store (like we did) so be prepared to have plenty of food and wood. Water access is not problem if you have a good filtration system. The view of the river is absolutely beautiful!!
Ember M.GuideBear Mountain Cabins & Campground
Right next to New River Gorge National Park
We stayed here on our visit to Great Smoky mountain National Park on our way to Tennessee and then back home.
Nice shaded wooded sights that are quiet and right off the interstate. Would recommend for anyone traveling to and from the area.
Todd C.Ranger
Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse
Great Campground
We had a great time here. A very clean, peaceful, and enjoyable campground. The staff were amazing and will definitely be back soon! Our site worked out but if your entry door is at the back of the camper you could have troubles, other than that we lived it.
David B.Scout
Virginia Point Campground
Decent place!
It’s a pretty nice place overall. Decent fishing and camping.
- CChad T.Scout
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
Fred J.Guide
Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins
Doesn't get much better!
This is a great campground! I came here in June with my wife, daughter, and my parents. My wife, baby, and I stayed in a tent only campsite while my parents were in a pull through RV site.
This place is huge! There is so much to see and do. But because of this size, I would not recommend walking the campground or even using a bike to get around. I say this because on top of it being very large and spaced apart, it is also very, very hilly. You'll find yourself either having to drive your car or rent a golf cart.
The staff was pretty nice and helpful. We even met the owner. She was nice to talk to.
The camp store was a bit of a letdown, a lot of knic knacks, and not many actual camping supplies. The pool was small and very, very cold well maintained. The mini golf was fun, but unlike other campgrounds I've been to, you have to pay for it. The ice cream store was also satisfying.
The campsites themselves are roomy, plenty of space! Ours even had an amazing view of the small airport and surrounding hills. The restrooms were alright, about average for a campground. But they seemed to be cleaned every day.
The beach was nice, we definitely enjoyed it. Also, make sure to stop by serenity point for sunset. You won't regret it!
I would recommend either bringing your own golf cart or renting one. But make sure if it's electric, you book a site with a hookup to charge the cart when not in use.
All together, this is a great place. We will hopefully be back!
Theresa D.TravelerArrowhead Bike Farm
What a gem!
We just arrived and haven’t even camped overnight yet! Love it! Waiting on n food from the Handlebar kitchen. Such a vibe! Just felt relaxed driving onto the property! The roaming goats are a treat!
Randall K.RangerRifrafters Campground
Nice people, simple camp spot
The family that runs the place is very nice. Basic campsite was very level and easy to get in/out of. It was very peaceful and quiet at night.
Nothing much going on here but the bathrooms were clean and well kept. No views to be had at this campground but a solid stay in a great location run by people who care about it.
Tyler H.Guide
Rays Campground
Hidden Gem
We had an amazing overnight stay at Rays Campground. The site we had, site 10, was large and secluded. Clean shower house and hot water and the owners were extremely friendly.
- JJon C.Traveler
Virginia Point Campground
Good place for families.
Every RV site has a level concrete pad, making setup easy. Otherwise the rest of the RV area is gravel, without any trees or obstructions. Dust to dawn lights keep the area well lit all night. Area appears to be well patrolled by local law enforcement.
The area has a lot of potential to become a destination, hopefully the city will continue to increase the appeal. Maybe include some hike/bike trails. Dreamland public pool is on the road that leads to the park, and also a small railroad museum (unsure if it is operational at present).
Do plan on returning and will update this review accordingly.
Marci S.GuideKanawha 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.
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