Camping options near Walkersville, West Virginia include numerous sites within the rugged Appalachian terrain, where elevations range from 1,500 to 2,500 feet. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes with temperatures averaging 45-85°F during the camping season, creating ideal conditions from late spring through early fall. Campgrounds in this area typically see 45-50 inches of annual rainfall, making waterproof gear essential when setting up a campsite near Walkersville, West Virginia.
What to do
Hiking through historic areas: At Bulltown Camp, explore the nearby Bulltown Historic District featuring Civil War battle sites and preserved structures. "I particularly enjoyed visiting the nearby Bulltown Historic District, which is the location of a Civil Battle War battle where Confederate and Union soldiers fought to control a critical supply route, including a covered bridge over the Little Kanawha River," notes a visitor.
Kayaking and fishing: The Middle Fork River at Audra State Park Campground offers clear waters for both activities. "During other times the river is crystal clear with anglers trying to hook rainbow or golden trout. Locals flock to Audra S.P. Day Use areas on weekends to cool off at several park swimming areas," explains a reviewer who visited multiple times.
Trail exploration: Camp Creek State Park Campground features numerous hiking and mountain biking trails with significant elevation changes. "I received a map at check in, and decided to ride my mountainbike to the top of 'Neely Knob'. It was quite a climb! I came down the east side of Bear Marsh and found out quickly that there were water crossings and deep mud sections," shares one adventurous camper.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Many sites at Bulltown Campground provide direct water access with boat moorings. "We stayed at the waters edge this time. It was nice and quiet, close to the bath house, water fountain and playground. Our site was nice sized and not on top of another," a satisfied camper reports.
Privacy options: Some campgrounds offer more secluded sites. At Holly River State Park Campground, "We stayed in a site that backed up to the mountain which added some privacy when other campers came in towards the end of our stay. The rangers were so helpful and just wonderful."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses and grounds. "The shower houses were cleaned three times a day. The sites have electric and at the shower house there is a spigot for fresh water," notes a Holly River visitor. Another camper at Gerald Freeman Campground states, "The campground itself is SUPER clean, and so are the shower houses. The sites are level and well maintained."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies widely by location. At Gerald Freeman Campground, "There is NO SERVICE of any kind up here! We have a powerful WeBoost on our RV and STILL no bars. There are a few places you can move around to and maybe get 1 bar, but they are hard to find."
Water conditions: Some campgrounds have water quality issues. At Broken Wheel Campground, "The bedroom water had a lot of iron in it." At Flatwoods KOA, a camper noted, "Make sure you run the water lines to clear them out before hooking up. The water quality is very poor."
Limited supplies: Many campgrounds are far from stores, requiring advance planning. At Camp Creek State Park Campground, "Make sure to come early also to visit the mash fork creek campground office to get your firewood! The nearest store is very far. We had to go all the way to Tractor supply in Beckley because we came too late."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose sites near recreational facilities. At Stonewall Resort State Park Campground, "The lodge amenities are top notch with a heated pool that only costs a daily charge to use on top of camping." Sites 1-5, 20, and 39 are recommended for families.
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer beginner-friendly fishing spots. At Broken Wheel Campground, "The catch and release pond was a wonderful place to take kids to learn and gaurentee to catch a fish with worms. We also found newts!"
Swimming options: Water access varies by campground. Bulltown offers multiple swimming areas: "There's a boat ramp with fishing and swimming areas within the campground as well as a beach area and fishing about half mile away." Camp Creek has natural swimming holes, though a visitor cautions, "There's no real entrance to the water to swim. We literally had to slide down like a water slide."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging site configurations. At Stonewall Resort State Park, "The site was difficult to back into because everything was so narrow. I like to have a little bit of space when camping, but there were tent campers all around us."
Utility issues: Be prepared for potential power fluctuations. One RVer at Stonewall Resort reported, "My surgeguard shut off the power in the evening due to high voltage. It was showing 137 volts at one time."
Water pressure variances: Bring equipment to manage inconsistent water supply. At Gerald Freeman Campground, "Our water pressure at our site was very low, only around 20 lbs, so we had to rely on our pump and tank, but we could at least fill it so it was a non-issue for us."
