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Krodel Park Campground allows pets at all sites with full hookups for RVs and tent camping areas in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, approximately 20 minutes from West Columbia. The campground features electric hookups, water connections, and sewer facilities while maintaining pet-friendly policies throughout the property. Sites are arranged close together in rows but provide enough space for pets to rest comfortably at each campsite. Many campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere during weekday stays, though the sites can become crowded on weekends and holidays. Forked Run State Park Campground across the Ohio River also welcomes pets and offers additional space for animal exercise near its 150 campsites.
The lakefront location at Krodel Park provides a one-mile paved walking path around the water, perfect for daily dog walks while camping. Tent campers with pets should note that bathroom facilities are limited to porta-potties in some areas, with no shower access for primitive camping. The nearby town of Point Pleasant offers pet supplies and veterinary services when needed. Kountry Resort Campground, located about 25 minutes away in Racine, Ohio, provides an alternative with more spacious sites for pets and full hookups in a quieter setting. The wildlife management areas in the region permit dispersed camping with dogs but require pets to remain leashed at all times due to local wildlife and hunting activities.
"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."
"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."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"This campground has been around since the 1800s. It has a lot of permanent residents and we had a lot of fun checking out the different set ups. There are a lot of amenities but they need updated."
from $20 - $80 / night
Check Availability"It is minutes away from downtown Point Pleasant. I had spent the afternoon exploring the town and didn't feel like driving further."
"Overall, I was looking for something close to downtown Point Pleasant and this was a good fit. There is no wifi and cell service was a little spotty (I had 1-3 bars at times for cell service)."
from $30 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Three fishing lakes. On old town creek. Plenty of space for kids to roam . Has a nice inground pool."
"This walk in camp ground was located just minutes from Old Man’s Cave. It’s a family friendly and pet friendly camp ground. Our stay was quiet and relaxing."
"There are trails all over the park. Can be a bit busy during the warmer months. The park is pet friendly and has a nice nature center before you hike down to Old Man’s Cave."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Lake Hope has plenty of recreational opportunities for everyone and the campground is close by! The campground is quiet and well kept."
"Lake Hope State Park is the unsung hero of Logan county, Ohio. Hocking Hills State Park gets the crowds because of its amenities and closer proximity to Old Man's Cave...but..."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"It’s a very quiet and peaceful location. If you plan to walk in the woods, bring some tick repellent!"
"The natural surroundings are simply breathtaking, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and those seeking solitude."
from $20 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Lake Snowden is a great alternative to camping at Strouds. The lake is large and clean, with an awesome new “water park” opened during the summer. Great shelters, facilities, and optional bathrooms."
"We were able to camp right by the lake. The trails are great for hiking and some more intermediate mountain biking. And there are boat rentals of many different types."
"This is located by the hocking hills region of the state. Beautiful winding Ohio roads and landscapes out of this world."
"Twice it rained so much some of the trails were uncrossable but even then we still enjoyed ourselves. The is one spot about 3 miles in that is pretty far off trail, flat and on top of a hill."
RangerOn 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).
LegendWe enjoyed our stay at Huntington/Fox Fire KOA! This is a holiday KOA that offers more amenities for vacationers. It has very close proximity to I-64 in West Virginia, and you can hear the traffic pretty clearly.
The staff is wonderful, they obviously care very much about their jobs and we enjoyed talking to them. They keep the property very clean which is saying a lot because it’s a very busy park. Each day we watched the park nearly empty and by sundown it was mostly full again. On the weekends it was full to capacity, and it’s occupants were out enjoying their time!
There is: great cellular for TMobile and AT&T, laundry, dog walk area, storage, cabins, a store, a swimming pond, small beach area, and some sites have fire pits. The picnic tables were pretty dated.
The hookups are a little strange. You share pedestals in many of the sites. And the arrangement is a little strange but it works.
GuideThe campground is small. Has a nice dog park. Pickle ball courts Cafe Sky diving right here. The Ohio river is visible. The only real problem comes with the train tracks right here. The trains are close and do blow their whistle for crossing by the office.
ScoutOnly stayed for a night but it was very quiet and only a handful of other campers. All the sites seemed relatively level. Some of the electric hookups had damage but being able to choose your spot upon arrival helped. We arrived in pouring rain and had no issues with our campsite when we could see it in the morning lol.
Bathrooms and showers were relatively clean and accommodating.
Seemed a lot like a hidden gem and I definitely recommend. Especially if you have a dog. Across the street, the park portion of this campground has a dog park, playground, historical site and pond for fishing
FYI . Most of the sites seemed small so it might be best for smaller setups. Also I did not see any pull through sites.
ScoutGo to Beech Fork! I’ve been camping here with my family for close to ten years now and we always have a blast. I’ve stayed in primitive sites and RV sites and you can’t really go wrong with either (my review will be 4 stars until I check out the cabins)! Whether you’re looking to spend some time on the lake, fish, hike, bike, or even learn a thing or two about West Virginia history, Beech Fork will typically have you covered. The park stays clean and the staff are pretty good people as well!
GuideThis walk in camp ground was located just minutes from Old Man’s Cave. It’s a family friendly and pet friendly camp ground. Our stay was quiet and relaxing.
TravelerWe camped at both Dock 3 and Dock 2 with our dog, those are the only two areas that allow pets. At Dock 3 we were right on the water but dock 2 is probably 200 yards from the water. The hiking trails are nice but very muddy after the rain. Lots of geocasches in the area on the trails in Wayne national forest. The docks have near constant traffic but it's not super busy. Just a car every few hours. There were fishermen there most of the night when we were there.
LegendAs 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.
ScoutWhile the campsite only provides water when compared to the burr oak state campgrounds you really can’t beat the price. On top of that they are allowing walk ins, while burr oak requires making reservations. It is a short drive from the beach and It does have hiking trails to the lake for scenic pictures and bonding moments with your children and pets
Camping opportunities around West Columbia, West Virginia provide access to Ohio River recreation and nearby state forests. The area sits at approximately 600 feet elevation in the Appalachian foothills with moderate temperatures during camping season from April through October. Most campgrounds in this region require reservations during peak summer months, though winter camping is limited to only a few locations.
Hiking trails: Lake Hope State Park offers diverse hiking options through the surrounding Zaleski State Forest. "The trails are superb...tall canopies, fern ground cover, a wild assortment of fungi and wildlife at every turn. The terrain is undulating but very doable," notes Dave V. at Lake Hope State Park Campground.
Disc golf courses: Several area parks provide free disc golf access within 30 minutes of West Columbia. "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 but the campsites were nice in a simple kind of way," reports Dan N. about Forked Run State Park Campground.
Water recreation: Boating and fishing opportunities exist throughout the region, with most lakes having horsepower restrictions. "The lake was nice but I am not sure if they recently had some weather that caused it to be pretty brown/muddy, or if that's normal," mentions Shane T. regarding Forked Run's lake conditions.
Privacy levels: Zaleski State Forest provides more secluded camping experiences. "All of the campsites have multiple areas for different hikers and each is relatively secluded from the others so you can be by yourself. All campsites have an outhouse and potable water all within easy reach," explains Bryn S. from Zaleski State Forest.
Swimming options: Beaches and swimming areas provide summer relief with varying cleanliness levels. "The lake and the beach are very nice! Sometimes the water isn't very clean. Often times the beach is littered with goose droppings," reports Lucille W. about Strouds Run State Park Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Campgrounds throughout the region offer deer, bird, and small mammal watching opportunities. "We enjoyed a full hookup site. The spots aren't very spacious but there's lots of trees nearby and an easy walk to get to Old Mans Cave," notes Elana C. at Hocking Hills State Park Campground.
Bathroom conditions: Facility quality varies significantly between campgrounds in the region. "Showers were clean but only central and shared between all loops. We drove through loop 1 on our way out and it looked to be kept up better and cleaner," mentions Shane T. about Forked Run.
Reservation systems: Many area campgrounds require different payment methods. "They only accept cash or check and you pay when you get there. I wasn't assigned a reservation number but the owner said assured me I had a spot booked," explains Karen about Krodel Park Campground.
Site variability: Campsite quality differs even within the same campground. "Sites are very small and very unlevel, had to raise back of camper and put front about a 1/4 inch off ground to get close to level. Site around is sloped in all directions," reports Daniel from Lake Hope State Park.
Kid-friendly activities: Water features provide entertainment beyond standard camping. "There is a nice little beach area along the lake. Several large pavilions. Playground for the kids. During the summer they set up large inflatable slides and create a makeshift lake waterpark!" notes Lucille W. about Lake Snowden Campground.
Quiet weekday options: Consider timing for the best family camping experience. "Our family has camped here for many years and up to 10 days at a time. Looking forward to our next trip and hitting the beach again," recommends Michelle D. about Forked Run State Park.
Pet-friendly considerations: While most campgrounds welcome pets, restrictions apply at beaches and certain trails. "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," reports Nicholas I. about Krodel Park.
Private camping options: For more spacious RV camping near West Columbia, consider commercial options. "Our stay at this incredible campground was nothing short of magical. With three spacious gravel sites nestled in a quiet, serene setting, it truly felt like our own private escape from the world," shares Hannah about Farver Acres.
Utility connections: RV sites vary in hookup quality throughout the region. "Water, electric sewer, and Wi-Fi all work great. It is a very private setting and beautiful views," notes Chris F. about Farver Acres.
Site access challenges: Many campgrounds have tight turns and limited maneuvering space. "Pulled in late at night around 9pm, map was slightly confusing and our site number was facing the opposite direction of what you would think. The sites are very tight and hard to pull into," cautions Luna L. about Krodel Park Campground.
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