Best Cabin Camping near Spencer, WV

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Best Cabin Sites Near Spencer, West Virginia (16)

    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Forked Run State Park Campground near Long Bottom, OH

    1. Forked Run State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    58 Photos
    46 Saves
    Long Bottom, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Andrew S.'s photo of a cabin at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds near Victor, WV

    2. Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    5 Reviews
    25 Photos
    28 Saves
    Victor, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Jennifer B.'s photo of a cabin at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at River Run Campground — North Bend State Park near Cairo, WV

    3. River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    11 Reviews
    73 Photos
    14 Saves
    Cairo, West Virginia

    River Run Campground has 49 sites with Wi-Fi. 26 of the 49 sites have 50 amp electric service and water hookups. The River Run Campground is located near the North Bend Rail Trail, Nature Center, swimming pool and large playground area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Flatwoods KOA near Sutton Lake, WV

    4. Flatwoods KOA

    15 Reviews
    42 Photos
    23 Saves
    Sutton Lake, West Virginia

    This KOA is close to the interstate exit, yet a world away. The campground is perfect for an easy-in/easy-out overnight stay. Or extend your visit to enjoy the beautiful region and outlet shopping. You'll find free Wi-Fi, paved roads with long gravel pull thrus, a superclean bathhouse, laundry facility, playground for the kids, hiking trails and a game room. All sites are full hookup. This KOA is directly behind its sister property, a 200-room Days Inn & Suites (where you check in), with amenities available to registered campers that include indoor and outdoor pools, a restaurant, tavern, exercise room, gift shop and business center. Shopping is available at the nearby Flatwoods Center. Ready for a different experience? Flatwoods KOA also offers a two-bedroom/one bathroom Deluxe Cabin for rent. Enjoy the view from your own front porch swing. Pool (outdoor): Memorial Weekend - Labor Day Weekend. Max pull thru: 85 feet.

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

    $55 / night

    Andrew S.'s photo of a cabin at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Statts Mills Campground near Ripley, WV

    5. 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

    Dave V.'s photo of a cabin at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park) near Petroleum, WV

    6. Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)

    5 Reviews
    19 Photos
    17 Saves
    Petroleum, West Virginia

    Mountwood Park Family Campground offers 87 campsites suitable for tents, trailers and recreational vehicles. The campground has 16 full hookup sites, 64 sites with electric/water and 7 primitive sites. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Multiple bathhouses are located throughout the campground offering hot showers and clean restroom facilities. Firewood, ice, souvenirs and camping supplies are available from the campground host while on duty. Families can enjoy a variety of campground activities throughout the season. A playground and New Nature Trail are also available for registered campers.

    Want to go camping but not in a tent? Then try one of Mountwood’s Primitive Cabins located in Mountwood Family Campground. Each cabin comes equipped with electric, two sets of bunk beds, ceiling fans/lights and a table with four chairs. Each Primitive Cabin has a fire ring and a charcoal grill and is located near the bathhouse and playground. Maximum occupancy is four pe

    Do you want to have a lake view from your tent? Do you want to step outside your campsite into your boat and start fishing at the morning first light? If so, one of Mountwood’s five Lakeside Campsites is for you. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. The Lakeside Campsites are rented on a first come/first serve basis and are available for rent year round.

    We have a horse camp too!

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

    $20 - $40 / night

    Fred R.'s photo of a cabin at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins near Summersville Lake, WV

    7. Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

    15 Reviews
    74 Photos
    121 Saves
    Summersville Lake, West Virginia

    Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is located just two miles off route 19 in Summersville, West Virginia. Over 250 sites which include lake front-end 4 of the area's ONLY lakefront cabins! 30/50 amp sites, cozy cabins, and yurts! Themed weekends with activities for all ages to enjoy! PET FRIENDLY! (with certain restrictions) We accept cash and major credit cards. Amenities we offer: * Seasonal pool * WiFi * mining sluice * miniature golf * jumping pillow * golf cart rentals * laundry rooms * outdoor theater * multiple playgrounds * themed weekends * after-hours security * tank service * tow on/off service * boat/camper storage * on-site restaurant

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV
    Camper-submitted photo at Stonewall Resort State Park Campground near Walkersville, WV

    8. Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    44 Photos
    60 Saves
    Walkersville, West Virginia

    This recreation area is part of Stonewall Jackson Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kountry Resort Campground near West Columbia, OH

    9. 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 at Camp Sheppard near Spencer, WV

    10. Camp Sheppard

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    Spencer, West Virginia
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Group

    $25 / night

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Recent Cabin Reviews near Spencer, West Virginia

93 Reviews of 16 Spencer Campgrounds


  • Megan M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Dirty pit toilets. Dirty sinks. Beautiful lake.

    This state park has a beautiful lake and a nice beach. There are boat rentals and a frisbee golf course. Overall, this part of the park is beautiful. 

    The campgrounds, however, leave a lot to be desired. The people were really nice, but the facilities were terrible. The pit toilets were filthy- covered in flies, spiderwebs and dirt. They look like they have not been hosed out since the 70's. The showers and sinks are in an old, old building- it could be fine if it were cleaned daily, but it was filthy too. I was there 3 days and the showers and sinks were never cleaned. They were pretty gross from the start, but then by Saturday night one shower housed a pile of feces. No kidding. Poop in the shower. 

    We stayed in the camper cabin, which is just a very basic shed with a bed, bunk beds, air conditioning and heat. We stayed there because it was July and I wanted A/C and electricity. The cabin smelled like mold. 

    I'd go back to this lake but will not stay in the campgrounds again.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
    Apr. 17, 2019

    Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    Quite possibly my favorite park.

    Stonewall Jackson State Park has been one of my favorite places to visit, especially for a weekend getaway, for a very long time. It was once the best RV or “car camp” camping spot around, but it has become a fairly popular tourist resort and the noise and light from the lodge can be disruptive to those seeking nature’s peaceful separation (hence 4 stars instead of five for camping). Aside from this, the park has much to offer for just about anyone. It has everything from an Arnold Palmer golf course, to hike/bike trails, to any type of water activity possible on a lake, as well as various indoor facilities to enjoy during inclement weather.

    As I grow older, I find myself spending more time at the lodge than at the campground. Inside the lodge you will find an excellent restaurant and bar, an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, spa, equipment rentals, etc.

  • Jennifer B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
    Jun. 5, 2019

    Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

    Upscale, Pristine, A Little Pricey

    Stonewall Resort State Park is now the official name of this mountain retreat located around the edges of Stonewall Jackson Lake.  It's not your typical WV state park because it's managed by a private developer which means that Benchmark Management gets to set the pricing for the lodge, cabins and campgrounds.

    It's not outrageous, but I paid $55/night mid-week for a 30-amp site which could run about $35/night at a state-run resort such as Pipestem.

    What you get for the extra cash is a well-staffed, beautifully-maintained resort with every imaginable amenity including boating, fishing, swimming, a Palmer golf course, disc golf and tennis.  You can rent boats, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, road bikes and even segways.

    I would say the Stonewall Resort Lodge is geared to upscale out-of-state tourists, but l could see locals using it for anniversaries, romantic getaways, and special occasions.

    The campground is upscale, as well, with 30 and 50-amp full-service RV sites, many with lake views and some with tie-ups for those who bring their own boats.  I chose a spot under the pine trees where I was close enough to the lake's edge so I could hand-carry my kayak to the water for a peaceful paddle.  

    There are a limited number of tent sites, with wooden platforms, tucked into the woods where kayak or canoe access would be right outside your tent flap.  There are a half-dozen hiking trails, mostly easy to moderate difficulty, with a total of 16-miles to explore.

    If you get sick of camping, or would just like to sip an adult beverage, there's a boardwalk across the lake to the lodge patio where you can sample one of three restaurants or visit the outdoor bar.

  • Dan N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Forked Run State Park

    On the border with West Virginia. There aren’t really sites on the water but there’s a nice path to the lake from the camp sites and lots of deer. We spent most of the time on the water (there’s a power limit on the boats) but the campsites were nice in a simple kind of way (showers but no flush).

  • Jennifer B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tawney Farm
    Jul. 3, 2019

    Tawney Farm

    Kayakers' Dream-- Whitewater Wonder

        Tawney Farm is part of a growing trend of agrotourism in West Virginia where farmers allow visitors to camp on their land.

        The proximity to the Gauley River makes this primitive campground an ideal place for kayakers to stay during the whitewater season in September and October.  That's when the meadows and hills around Tawney Farm will be filled with tent campers ready to ride the rapids.

         James and Susan Tawney are the perfect hosts because they're super nice and sincerely interested in talking about their sheep farm, the history of Panther Mountain, and the best places to swim, fish and kayak on the Gauley River.

        I enjoyed a couple nights of "glamping" when I stayed at the Tawney Farm "Nut House," appropriately named because James crafted it from recycled wood, including cherry, beechnut and black walnut. 

        The primitive cabin has electricity, a full-sized roll-away bed and a futon.  There's no bathroom or running water, so I used the clean port-a-potties and community propane-heated shower and had access to a fire pit and charcoal grill.

         Great hospitality!  James prepped my fire pit with free wood and Susan made sure I had plenty of charcoal, then loaned me BBQ tools so I could grill my dinner without scorching my hands.  

         The Wild and Woolly Primitive Campground includes a group area where guests can cook, wash their dishes, and hangout.  There's a small store with raw wool crafts, fresh farm eggs and black walnuts, plus and a stage for live music during the peak season.

         I wanted to make sure I got some nice photos of their sheep, so James and Susan brought the flock down for a closer look and encouraged some young guests to pet them.

         The access road to Tawney Farm is gravel with a tree growing in the middle, so take caution at night.  The nearby roads leading to the Gauley River National Recreation Area are in good shape but a little nerve-wracking because they're so narrow there's not much room to get out of the way when you come face-to-face with tour buses shuttling paddlers to and from the Gauley River.

         I checked out Mason Branch and Woods Ferry where I enjoyed some nice hiking, paddling and swimming.  Since it was summer, the kayakers I spotted were using "rubber duckies" so they could negotiate the rocky river without getting stuck.

         Mason Branch has an unmarked, unmaintained trail near the parking lot where you can see a couple of nice waterfalls.  There's a trail to the left of the lower falls that takes you to a higher waterfall the locals call "Janie's Hole."  The story I heard is Janie was a young lady who died after she either fell or jumped from the top of this falls.

         There's another interesting local story about the nearby Summersville Lake.  This crystal clear lake was created when an earthen dam was built that covered the small farming community of Gad with water.  My 98-year old mom says no one wanted to call it the "Gad Dam" because it sounded like they were using the Lord's name in vane, so they settled on the next closest town and named it the Summersville Dam.  Water released from this lake in the fall is what creates the world-class whitewater on the Gauley River.

  • Ashley H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
    Sep. 5, 2021

    Flatwoods KOA

    Ok for a KOA

    We prefer state parks but had to stay here at a KOA because of availability (Labor Day Weekend). My biggest complaint with KOAs is the tightness of the sites - this one was not bad. They had concert pads for the picnic tables (loved that). But we were in the first loop and we were far from the shower house - only one for the whole campground. Now we did have full hookup - but there are 6 of us that need showers after a day of hiking.
    We went to New River Gorge and hiked all day. The Rim and the Bridge were only 1 hour away. One of the hiked we did was 1.5 hours away - but we enjoyed it. Go see the Flatwoods monster and the Dam. Nice small town in beautiful West Virginia.

  • Jennifer B.
    Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    Oct. 26, 2019

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Hikers' Heaven

    North Bend State Park is located at the halfway point of the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, so it’s a great camping spot for hikers, bikers and horseback riders who want to explore this scenic trail which crosses 35-bridges and cuts through 11-tunnels where the B&O Railroad used to travel. 

    I highly recommend this trail to hikers because the scenery is spectacular, the wildlife plentiful, and the tunnels are really cool. The trail passes through some quaint towns such as the former oil boom-town of Cairo where many of the buildings from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s are still standing. 

    North Bend State Park has a year-round lodge, year-round cabins and two campgrounds open from mid-April to mid-November. 

    The Cokeley Campground has 28-sites with both water and electricity, picnic tables and fire pits. The bathhouse includes a small coin-op laundry. It’s close to the boat dock at North Bend Lake. I didn’t select this campground because it doesn’t have much shade.

    I stayed at the River Run Campground which has 49-sites along the shores of the North Fork of the Hughes River with electric and non-electric sites to choose from. Four sites are ADA accessible. Each site has paved parking, a picnic table and fire pit. The bathhouse was clean and nicely tiled with hand soap and paper towels provided. The on-site staff was extremely friendly and you get a generous wheelbarrow full of firewood, cut from local downed trees, for$5. 

    The lodge looked a little dated, but had a good home-style restaurant which was popular with travelers. The year-round cabins have been updated with ADA wheelchair ramps and wraparound decks. I may return and rent one after the campground closes so I can do some cross- country skiing on the North Bend Rail Trail this winter.

    I paddled on the North Bend Lake which was extremely peaceful and beautiful, with the colors of fall surrounding me on all sides. I brought my own kayak, but they had boats for rent. There were several fishermen on the water and on the lakeside dock. They told me they catch bass and catfish at this 300-acre lake. The trail around the lake would be good for birders because I spotted ducks, hawks and wood-peckers.

    North Bend State Park would be good for kids because they have playgrounds, mini-golf and an outdoor swimming pool(closed when I visited in October, but looked really nice).

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Jun. 30, 2016

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Forked Run

    This campsite costed about 2o dollars per night . There is electricity and restrooms. There are showers like usual and there is also boat rentals which was really expensive. There i short hiking trails nearby

  • 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.

  • Kala R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Back water activities

    We live close to this park and frequent there, sometimes just day trips. Tent camping is great and just like most places there are a few sites that are the best. Park offers hiking trails from the camp sites to the beach area or packing up the swim gear and using the parking lot. The beach area is back water from the ohio river. It is a sandy rocky mixture. There are boat rentals during peak months. There is a frisbee golf course that is top notch. The only down side to this ohio state park, are the bathrooms; they are port a pot facilities that can be pretty raunchy.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)
    Aug. 24, 2017

    Mountwood Park Family Campground(Wood County Park)

    Know Before You Go

    As with any trip, do your research, read your reviews, peruse Google Satellite maps and talk to locals when you can.

    Mountwood County Park http://www.mountwoodpark.org/about.html is located about 15 minutes east of Parkersburg on Rt 50. Heading east on Rt 50 from Parkersburg, WV you will arrive at Mountwood County Park on the right...but the campground portion is a mile further east on the left side of the road. Both are marked by road signage...but most would assume they are all in one location.

    If you bring your quads, dirt bikes or mountain bikes with you when you camp, then Mountwood County Park is for you. Right off the back of Mountwood are plenty of ATV trails to keep you busy during your stay. If bombing mountain bike trails is your thing, then across the highway from the campground is your dream. If relaxing in a serene mountain or river valley campground atmosphere is what you desire...keep driving east on Rt 50 another 20 minutes to North Bend State Park.

    The primitive tent sites ($20 nightly) are less than desirable and more of an afterthought...and I'm being gracious. There is patchy tall grass, dirt and rocks with no leveled areas. And you have to wander a distance to the restroom/showerhouse when needed. You can rent the tiny cabins ($40 nightly) up on the top of the hill if you desire. They were rented and filled during my visit, surrounded with trailers filled with quads (not a bad thing, just not what I was expecting). One of the main ATV offroad trail entrances is a hundred yards or so past the primitive tent sites so anticipate traffic and some noise. There were a few electric/water sites available for RV/Campers but the majority of them were filled.

    It does appear that that there are several "long term campers" at numerous sites, as wooden steps and decks are built and attached to the campers. I would not describe the campground as neat and tidy, but fills a need.

    The other portion of the county park lies across Rt 50 about 1/2 mile east. This is where you will find a nice 50 acre lake...shaped like a "T" on its side... for short paddles or fishing (no swimming permitted), a solid collection of varied ability MTB trails and a cool, little local WV Oil history museum. Being a bit of a history buff, I was fascinated by the museum...how the local town was created during the oil boon and then destroyed by fire...of an enormous wilderness mansion that sat where the campground now sits. Interesting stuff.

    There is a nice dog park if you brought your pooch. Several picnic areas with picnic shelters, playgrounds, and decent shared hiking trails.

    As stated, if your main purpose is to MTB or ATV, then you might be contented with Mountwood County Park Campground. As county parks go, Mountwood County Park, itself, is nice and has a lot to offer. If quiet camping is your objective, I would recommend NorthBend State Park just down the road a piece.

  • Andrew S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Aug. 10, 2021

    Statts Mills Campground

    Right on O'brien Lake.

    It's a nice little campground on a hill. Right beside the area for camping is the parking lot where you can put in boats into O'brien Lake. There seems to be an abundance of deer in the area. sites have water and electric.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Statts Mills Campground
    Oct. 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.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    Aug. 30, 2022

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Very quiet

    The campground was very quiet and peaceful. My 25 year old son was the youngest person there, except for 2 hours when 1 year old came to visit his grandparents. Most of the campers are there long term and were gone for the time we were there. We only saw people in about 10 of the campsites. The grass was beautifully cut and maintained. We had a pull thru site by the lake, it had to be about 100 yards long and nicely graveled. There are three small bathrooms around the grounds, that are single use rooms (sink, toilet and shower) one for women and one for men. If someone was using shower, no one else could use bathroom. They were clean but it seems they don’t get used very often by the long term campers. They were VERY musty. My wife would not go in them. The big multiple use bathroom by the entrance was much better and air was fresher. The office people were very nice and drove a golf cart to show us where our campsite was. We would stay there again, but still confused why there were so many trailers and so few people.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    May. 25, 2022

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Beautiful spot

    We stopped for the night on our way home from Tennessee and were placed in a pull thru on the lake. What a spot!! We watched the resident swan swim around the fountain and I got to play with my camera perfecting my skills with day and night shots of the Chapel. There was local traffic during the daylight hours but didn’t hear a peep when we went to bed. My husband enjoyed the catch and release lake for some catfishing. It’s definitely a hidden gem.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    Jun. 3, 2022

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Simple, elegant and beautiful

    This type of place sticks with you. We were stopping here on our way back to NC. We were after hours but a simple call had someone meet us and take us to our site. Our site is the longest I’ve ever seen, it’s basically a long driveway that leads back out to the road, that’s pretty awesome. We had a lake front spot, and the view is everything you’d imagine and more. I’d describe the view, but wouldn’t do it justice. The site was fairly level, had to use a few blocks on the driver side. The water is pretty strong so you may want to use a regulator. Water also had a strong odor of chlorine. After showers I felt like I was just getting out of a pool. So keep that in mind, might want a filter besides the typical blue filters (which I had on). The power was consistent and the sewer was good. The chapel is open all the time for prayer and is a beautiful walk. You can fish (catch and release) and the local wildlife is fun. I got an incredible price with the military discount. Everyone was super friendly. The camp store has a few things. There isn’t too much that is close so you may need to keep that in mind. There is no Wi-Fi or cable and the cell signal with Verizon was one bar at best. The road is isn’t nearly as bad as some have said. Is has place for caution but isn’t scary. Overall we will definitely be back.

  • Andrew S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    Sep. 27, 2021

    Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds

    Very beautiful camp grounds

    This is a Church of God campground that has been around since I believe the 1950's. It wasn't originally owned by the Church of God affiliation. There is a lot of camper spots that are permanent and ones you can rent for a wknd. There are also sites for tents. Very good bathrooms. Dump stations. A campground store. A big lake with a small dock and a small wedding chapel for weddings. Beside the lake is a nice shelter for having gatherings. There is a pool on site. A few miles off the interstate, easy to find. This place is a nice little escape.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds
    Aug. 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!!

  • Sandra S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Sep. 3, 2022

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    2022 sewer flies have taken over restrooms

    We could not use the restrooms and our rv doesn't have one, so we used the portapotty beside the boat ramp. We called the office and they sprayed but the flies just moved down into the pit farther. Shower houses very clean. Staff very nice. One site has great wifi access but I'm not telling which one. 😄

  • Darrel and Mary W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Aug. 22, 2021

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Nice park, neglected on maintenance

    We had read about the quietness of Forked Run and it was we had a loop all to ourselves and only about 15 campers in the whole campground,

    It was very clean and the areas coming into the campground beautifully maintained, but once we got to our campsite it was covered in trash, cigarette butts, beer cans and tons of candy and straw wrappers, the woods behind each campsite was loaded in trash, toilet paper and feces.

    After a few hours we had our site pretty much cleaned up, but on our walks we noticed more sites looking the same.

    Shower house was clean, but after visiting a pit toilet and fighting of hundreds of bugs I noticed the pit toilet was almost overflowing, yes overflowing. As many as I have used I have never seen one so full which explains why everyone was crapping in the woods.

    If you want internet bring a WiFi and a booster and you will be good.

    No available park ranger, in facts serious accident happened at the front gate and victims waited for EMS to arrive, if a ranger was on duty help could have been faster.

    Kayaking was great with some hidden coves.

    Other than that it can be a beautiful park, Ohio ODNR you should be ashamed of yourself for the way this park is kept.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Very peaceful

    I discovered this park in 2019 while on a history road trip to Marietta, Ohio and Blanerhasset Island.  I’ve since returned to Forked Run just to spend a peaceful weekend The park has over 150 campsites and the times I’ve been there, only a few were occupied. I felt like I had the whole park to myself. Some people complain about the pit toilets. They smell bad, but they’re bearable. There’s a nice lake for kayaking. There’s a boat launch near the dam at the south end of the lake and a second boat launch at midway portion of the lake. You have to drive a few miles to the second launch but I prefer to enter the lake here and paddle north into the headwaters of the lake

  • Bobbi M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Jul. 30, 2020

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Solitude.....mostly

    Decided to go to Forked Run because its close to home and we had never camped there. Been fishing, hiking & swimming there over the years, but never camping. Some of the back in sites are REALLY short so we changed our originally reserved spot once we got there. We wound up being the only ones in our loop, but the shower house (that we were parked near) was BUSY BUSY BUSY because one of the shower houses was closed for repairs (hopefully renovations) The park itself is clean, but the facilities are dated. Shower house was OK, toilets are primitive.

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Jul. 3, 2020

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Interesting state park

    It’s place was a last minute booking for us as we needed to kill 2 days before our next planned stop in North Carolina. I’d say most reviews are pretty accurate I read on here. Bathrooms dated camp spots are small except for a few in the first loop that were pull through. Out of the whole campground on Tuesday there was only 5 camp sites occupied. It was very quiet and peaceful. Even better no cell phone service. When we left people were starting to arrive for the 4th of July weekend. I was surprised at how many sites were tagged for arrival. Now one of the reasons we picked this was because of the lake and reviews on the swimming area for our kids. We were very disappointed in the swimming area. The swim area was filled with locals who were leaving trash on the beach and lake. It was disappointing the amount of fast food rappers and cigarettes butts all over the place. This park does have the potential to be one of those hidden gems with a little TLC. We enjoyed the stay here. We ended up going to Marietta, Ohio both days. This town was not to far away and has a ton of history. I would return to this campground to enjoy the piece and quiet. But would not return to bank on the swimming area and lake to enjoy with the kids.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Peaceful campground

    Our family camped here in May of 2017. It is a nice camp, the facilities are clean and the staff was very pleasant and helpful. Nothing close for supplies beyond the standard camp store stuff, bring anything you may need or you will need to drive a while. The hiking loop is really good for kids, not too difficult, interesting sights.

  • Mary S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Sep. 17, 2018

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Great park for us but can't guarantee the same experience for you

    Why was it a very good place for us?

    For us, this was a hidden gem on a Friday in September, but be aware it may not be the same experience for you. Most of the sites were open on reserveamerica.com so we knew we could just show up and choose a site. We went out to the end of area 3 (out of 5 areas) with sites 77-122 (non-electric) because it ends with a loop. There was a tent across the loop on #100. We chose #94 which had plenty of room, a sunny area for our solar panels and lots of shade. It was a great site for us.

    Will your experience be different?

    You need to be aware this is an old park. I would hesitate to reserve a site just by looking at sites on the online map. I've included a photo of the map the attendant had to show a view of the areas...electric and non-electric with a total of 151 sites. Many of the parking pads are extremely short although some are wide enough for a vehicle and trailer...or 2 vehicles.

    Some of the areas where you can pitch a tent are pretty rough, especially at the beginning of area 3. See photos. #119 was a site in use and it looks like a great site for two tents (as long as it doesn't rain because you can see in the photo that you're in a valley).

    Be aware there could be some things you might not like...short parking pads, difficult tent areas, pit toilets. There are showerhouses that include sinks but the toilets are pit toilets in separate buildings.

    I did not find potable water. There were water fountains that were not running, but there were several gray water dump wells and and a dump station.

    Yes, it's a bit rough around the edges. We liked that it wasn't crowded. The attendant said the park was full over Memorial Day weekend. Other campers told me there's a chili cookoff around Halloween, and it's a great place to camp around then.

    If you love the amenities of a modern campground, you could be disappointed. If you like roughing it, you'll enjoy the setting. And you can show up without a reservation and choose a site.

    Activities

    • The attendant told me the disc golf course attracts people because it's very good.

    • A few short hiking trails

    • Archery range

    • Forked Run Lake has a boat ramp and 400-foot sand beach.

    What about cell phone service?

    Verizon's network was available but not in all areas. There is decent wifi by the entrance station.


Guide to Spencer

Cabin camping near Spencer, West Virginia, offers a serene escape into nature with various amenities and activities to enhance your outdoor experience.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

  • The Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds features electric hookups, drinking water, and clean shower facilities, making it a comfortable choice for families.
  • At Camp Sheppard, guests can enjoy reservable cabins equipped with essential amenities, ensuring a cozy stay amidst nature.
  • Blue Heron Landing provides a picturesque setting with picnic tables and firewood available, perfect for evening gatherings.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $40 to $100

  • Cabin rentals at Camp Sheppard start at around $40 per night, offering an affordable option for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.
  • The cost for cabins at Rippling Waters Church of God Campgrounds can vary, but many find it to be a great value for the amenities provided.
  • Prices at Flat Hollow Farm LLC are competitive, making it an attractive choice for budget-conscious campers.

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