3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Elk River Camp and RV Park provides full hookups with water, electric, and sewer for motorhomes and travel trailers along the Elk River near Gassaway. The park accommodates big rigs and offers 50-amp electrical service for larger RVs requiring higher power needs. Holly River State Park Campground, open from April through November, features electric and water hookups with a dump station available for overnight guests. Smokey Bottom Campground near Elkins includes RV sites with water, electric, and sewer connections, along with a dump station for guest use. Sites across these parks typically feature picnic tables, fire rings, and gravel parking pads of various sizes. "Most sites are pull through with full hook ups. Because it is associated with the hotel, most hotel amenities are available for campers. Very quiet and peaceful site."
Within the Monongahela National Forest, several campgrounds accommodate RVs but with limited services compared to private parks. Road access to mountain campgrounds often involves narrow, winding routes that may challenge larger motorhomes and fifth wheels. Many RV parks in the region lack reliable cell service, particularly in valley locations where terrain blocks signals. Battle Run near Summersville offers water and electric hookups with a sanitary dump station and can accommodate big rigs, though reservations are essential during the May through October operating season. Several campgrounds permit pets with standard leash requirements. Winter camping options are limited, as many parks close seasonally due to harsh mountain conditions and freezing temperatures that affect water systems. Propane services are rarely available on-site, requiring trips to nearby towns for refills.
"Very well lit with very modern water and electric hook ups. All slips have a fire pit, bar-b-que grill and picnic tables. Pavilions have great lighting and dimmers for a softer light. "
from $20 - $35 / night
"Rustic, clean porta johns, private, primitive spots on river. Community fire rings on beach area. Firewood available. Relaxing"
"Non electric spot but huge with a nice fireplace and benches. No picnic table but great views of the river and the peaceful sounds of flowing water."
from $20 - $55 / night
"This campground was very close to hiking trails in the area and was close enough to Elkins to quickly run into town. There was also a really good BBQ place right next to it."
from $40 / night
"Camp Holly is a beautiful campground in the mountains of West Virginia.. Off grid but they do offer Wifi."
"Beautiful, tucked away in the mountains. Owner very nice. Well kept camp grounds. Lots of fishing, hiking, relaxing. Store offers a variety of things. WiFi is strong."
from $35 - $85 / night
"Stonewall Resort State Park is now the official name of this mountain retreat located around the edges of Stonewall Jackson Lake. "
"However, secreted away on the bank of Stonewall Jackson Lake, in Briar Point Campground there are five token tent sites."
"Each loop has its own showerhouse, remarkable children’s playground, and pavilion. Out of nearly 200 sites most sites have water/electric and numerous full sewer hookup."
"I’ve gone to park twice this month, it’s only 90 minutes from my house. Both times I got a spot on the lake…just 10-15 yards from the water."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $38 - $50 / night
"Great grounds, lots of shade down in a valley. Great cell phone service for Verizon. Wide RV spots. Full hookup with e/w/s. Nice pool area. Pool area is at the hotel. Hotel/KOA same owner."
"Just off Highway 79 but far enough away you feel like you are in the wilderness. The campground has 4 distinct areas for rigs which keeps it from feeling it is a RV parking lot."
from $55 / night
"You check in in a fantastic little gift shop adjacent to the lighthouse The gift shop has everything from mugs to camping needs.. and a lovely selection of local wine (seasonally) The lighthouse who's"
"Very central location to everything. Super dog friendly, clean bathrooms, and everyone who works there were great. We loved our site plenty of space and were not on top of our neighbors."
Available next weekend
from $40 - $56 / night
"This is a hidden gem right outside of town. We utilized one of the rv sites with 50 amp service and full hookups."
"Bathrooms and laundry are clean and well maintained. Our site was very level and there was plenty of room between sites. Water, sewer and electric all worked well. "
from $15 / night
"There are 88 campsites with electrical hookups, picnic tables, and fire ring. There are 2 sites with primitive campgrounds. They only allow one tent or trailer on a site."
"read my review on Thorny Mountain Fire Tower)...drove over Snowshoe Mountain and wound our way down and around to Holly River."
TravelerBeautiful camping sites along the river! This is a small State Park, but packs a punch with some beautiful trails, and direct river access from almost half of the sites. Nice camp store and heated, full bath houses with showers. Note that sites are gravel….so if tenting bring a cot and/or some extra cushioning. Wi fi is available within close range of the camp store. I was at Site #8.
TravelerThere are 25 or so established sights at Mower Basin and you're bound to find one with an incredible view of the mountains. Sight 12 took my breath away, but unfortunately as a tent camper the wind pushed us down to the lake sight just passed it. It was close to the road but still felt private. Everyone who passed our sight was very friendly. It's a gorgeous place, and from someone who's never been to Virginia, it was the perfect place to have my first experience. We will probably go back when we are heading back down south.
TravelerThis review is for the primitive boondockers like myself. It's a very established campground, full amenities, restaurant, gift shop, the works. I thought we would find a primitive campground with much more privacy based on the details and reviews of the grounds. The primitive camping spots are all in view of each other down a long stretch of dirt road. They're very clean and come with trash cans at each sight, which was nice. We were the only tent campers so it was enjoyable, but I don't know if I would have had the same experience if there were a lot of campers. I think that's a very important and left out detail about this location for the people who enjoy a more private environment. I'm still very happy with my stay, and the staff is absolutely WONDERFUL. They're all so kind and went out of their way to provide us with information when we had questions they didn't know the answer to, everyone who works there is a delight. 25$ a night felt a little much to sleep in our tent, but the showers, clean bathrooms, and care put into the property made it worth it. Waterfalls nearby as well. I'd stay again.
TravelerHuge campground. Well maintained. The lake is gorgeous, great for kayaking or paddle boarding
ScoutOvernight tent camping with my dog. Saw a raccoon in a tree. So private and peaceful. The water and wind at night made for a nice relaxing sleep. Plenty of trails to explore.
TravelerThis was a gem of a state park. It's small and older (which for me is a feature, not a bug), all entirely walkable with a central bathroom, camp store and playground at the heart of the campground. We had a site on the back of the campground that was larger than most (lots of small sites) and could fit our big tent set up. It rained like the dickens for a one of the days we were there and there was a drainage river running THROUGH our site that could have turned into a problem. Luckily the rain stopped in time and our site drained quickly. Despite all that, I loved our stay. It was VERY busy when we stayed, but I liked how it felt like a family retreat, where kids were safe to hop over to the playground to play with other kids, we could take walks right to the river for swimming or (after the rain) "viewing". If you can catch a dry weekend, this campground must be utter perfection. Would probably be dicey in sustained rain, especially if you're on the river itself.
ScoutIf youre looking for away from people. Away from most people youll be. Well taken care of.
ScoutOn west side of Summersville lake, 18 free first come campsites, drive-in, level. Vault toilets, no water. Picnic tables, grill and fire ring. Access to free swimming across road at winter boat ramp. Sandy beach swimming down the road for $5. Lake is clear and warm.
GuideThis is a very accessible trail. We brought our 22ft Ember Overland Trailer down it with ease. While our trailer has high clearance and independent suspension.. you do not need that to get to some great sites!
We tried 3 different sites here and found campground 12 to be our favorite. It is secluded off the road, had amazing views, and tons of room for multiple cars or campers.
Hiking trails are also great and dog friendly!
Several RV parks near Monterville provide hookups for motorhomes and travel trailers. Elk River Camp and RV Park offers water, electric, and sewer connections with spaces suitable for larger vehicles. Holly River State Park Campground, open from April through November, provides 30-amp electric service and full hookups, though sites have moderate tree coverage. Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground features 30 sites with water hookups and accommodates RVs, though without sewer connections. Seneca Shadows includes big-rig friendly sites with electric hookups and 30-amp service, though water hookups are not available at individual sites. "Most RV sites have electric, and water fill stations are easily accessible. Sites weren't too close together, and they were clean and well kept."
Access roads to campgrounds in this mountainous region sometimes require careful navigation. Many parks operate seasonally, with several closing between late October and early April. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with some campgrounds noting limited or no connectivity in valley locations. Dump stations are available at most established parks, including Holly River and Seneca Shadows. Pets are welcome at most facilities, though two loops at Bulltown Camp are designated as non-pet-friendly. Propane fill service is limited, with no campgrounds in the immediate area offering on-site refills. Bishop Knob Campground can serve as an alternative when other nearby facilities reach capacity, though its second loop closes during fall and winter seasons.
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