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Best Tent Sites Near West Milford, WV (12)

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    1. Camp Ara

    2 Reviews
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    39 Saves

    Camp Ara is a beautiful 113-acre property in Fairmont, WV. Located in the Allegheny Mountains about 20 minutes south of Morgantown, WV, and West Virginia University. It is close to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., Columbus, Cincinnati, and many others. The property has been run as a Christian camp for over 60 years, serving and changing the lives of countless youth along the way.​ There is a large number of foster children in and around the area that are currently in great need of programs that connect them with nature, help them to grow individually, and help teach them life skills to prepare them for transitioning out of the foster care system. In addition to running year-round programming, Camp Ara is home to 80+ acres of virtually untouched land. We have created 40 beautiful campsites that require various amounts of hiking to reach. No matter what site you choose, however, you will almost definitely feel as though you are alone with nature.

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    $20 - $150 / night

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    2. Bear Heaven Campground

    6 Reviews
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    A small primitive campground located approximately 14 miles northeast of Elkins, West Virginia, on Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) near the Otter Creek Wilderness. 8 available sites are nestled along rock outcroppings that offer unique landscapes. There is stream fishing and hiking located nearby. Middle Point Trail #140,__3.7 miles in length is located along Forest Road 91 (Stuart Drive) west of the Campground. The Otter Creek Wilderness offers several trails and__more challenging experiences just next door.

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      4. Rhododendron Camping Area

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      Named after the state’s official flower, Rhododendron Campground offers 25 primitive campsites that each have a picnic table and fire pit. There is a central bathroom with flushing toilets and running water available for campground guests. The campground is open to only tent/hammock camping. Pets are permitted, so long as your furry friends are kept on a leash. The campgrounds are spring through fall, weather permitting. Campsites may be reserved anytime online, by phone, or at the campground office. Reservations may be made for no less than two consecutive nights on weekends (Friday and Saturday) or one-night Sunday through Thursday. There is a 14-night maximum stay.

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      $25 - $35 / night

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          7. Hune Bridge Campground

          3 Reviews
          13 Photos
          53 Saves

          Access the Hune Bridge Campground along the National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway (S.R. 26) in Washington County. The campground is located across the historic Hune Covered Bridge.

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          8. Kinderhook Trailhead

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          Primitive camping is allowed at no charge at the trailhead, but only during the horse and mountain bike riding open season.

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            9. New Town

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            This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake

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              10. Wayne National Forest Haught Run Campground

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              This site has four campsites, and access to both the river and trail system. The site is just south of the Rinard Covered Bridge. This site is closed due to erosion causing a safety hazard to the campsites.

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            Recent Tent Reviews In West Milford

            343 Reviews of 12 West Milford Campgrounds


            • Jeff H.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Coopers Rock State Forest
              Sep. 30, 2024

              Coopers Rock State Forest

              McCollum Campground

              A nice campground in a beautiful area.  Currently, McCollum has 25 campsites, but a new section is under construction.  The sites are relatively level for such a hilly area, but we did need to do a little extra positioning of our camper.  Site 22 is a pull through site and feels extra large compared to others.  No water at this site but is does have 30 and 15 amp service.

              There is a small camp store with the basics and a larger outpost just down the road where many of the trail heads are located.  There is a bit of a Wi-Fi signal but is only accessible when you're at the camp store.

              Fantastic hiking in the area!  Lots of interesting scenery and rock formations to explore.

              Bath house was clean and the water was hot.

              Definitely recommend staying here.

            • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
              Sep. 22, 2024

              Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

              Nice state park

              Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained. Sites have electricity and water; dump station is very well done and easily accessible with any RV configuration.

            • Tiel M.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground
              Sep. 13, 2024

              Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground

              Primitive plus.

              That's the best way to describe this park. It has the primitive feel, campsites are in the natural woods as opposed to a pristine tent pad. I love how open and natural it feels.

              However, the plus is that there are lots of little amentities, a coffee pavilion, wood to buy, portapots, and an incredibly kind "staff." I'm mobility impaired and it was just my dog and I. The guys were super helpful bringing the wheelbarrow of wood to me, which would have been difficult for me.

              The river is beautiful, but you do have to go down a bit of an incline to get there. On the beach there are rafts, paddleboats, chairs, and across the river there is a ladder to climb up on the rocks.

              The property was clean and quiet other than the occasional diesel truck going down the road.

            • corda B.
              Camper-submitted photo from Chestnut Ridge Regional Park
              Sep. 7, 2024

              Chestnut Ridge Regional Park

              Perfect

              Sites are very large. Water pressure was good. Bath house was clean. The grounds were very clean and well kept. Staff was friendly. Quiet and peaceful. Pet friendly. Dump station on grounds and easy access.

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              Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
              Aug. 20, 2024

              River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

              Great experience

              The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend, but it never got too loud. Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious. I was at site 2, which is on a slight incline, but it didn't matter too much because I camp in a teardrop so keeping it level isn't an issue. Wifi and Verizon cell were both strong. Easy access to the rail trail and close to the river. I'll definitely go back.

            • Kim M.
              Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
              Aug. 2, 2024

              Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

              Nice deep sites. Cokeley is W/E. Restrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on s

               Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. 304)643-2931.

              GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills! Call the office! Park personnel said some GPS will bring campers up a bad gravel road!

              Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade. 

              Will definitely return. 

              Wi-Fi worked!

            • Jeremiah S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Bulltown Campground
              Jul. 8, 2024

              Bulltown Campground

              Surviving Storm

              We booked this trip last minute on Memorial Day weekend and literally took the last site reservable. The place was crowded and our corner was as crowded as anywhere. The people beside us had way too many cars that made it a little tough to back in. The 5 dudes standing around helped us navigate their vehicles but it was annoying. Later the guy brought us over some whiskey and beers, maybe as an unstated apology.

              The CG itself was very family oriented and our site was a good size. We went swimming in lake two days and drove down to Flatwoods for some of the best ice cream you can find at The Spot (UFO and alien sighting location lol).

              A huge storm rolled through with 40/50 mph winds. We had a little heads up thanks to buying a day of WiFi but most people were caught flat footed. We saw 30 plus awnings and canopies destroyed. Power went out for entire last day but we were fine. No rangers or park folks let us know anything but that was fine.

              I’d recommend c1-c5 if you have kids.

            • Jeremiah S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Stonewall Resort State Park Campground
              Jul. 8, 2024

              Stonewall Resort State Park Campground

              Great Amenities

              After years of tent camping, this was our first camping trip with camper our and two youngest kids. When we stayed it was cold outside but we had full hook up and were prepared.

              We had nice view of the lodge. The lodge amenities are top notch with a heated pool that only costs a a daily charge to use on top of camping. The campsite itself was a little pricey with the only thing distinguishing the campground being lodge activities you have to pay for.

              I’d recommend sites 1-5, 20, and 39.

            • Jeremiah S.
              Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
              Jul. 8, 2024

              River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

              Great Family Campground

              We had a wonderful time. The Park is great and we have stayed at lodge 4 times before but this was first camping trip.

              We stayed during historic heat wave but kept cool in the river, the pool, and with the ice cream store nearby. There wasn’t easy river access from the campground but we climbed down the hill with no problem and waded the stream for hours.

              The property was very clean and family oriented. Nice spacing at our site in particular. I would also recommend sites 10, 11, 17, 19, 13, and 14.

            • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Flatwoods KOA
              Jul. 5, 2024

              Flatwoods KOA

              Ok overnight

              Pros: 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup

              Cons: Gravel sites Check-in at Days Inn Limited amenities (pools at Days Inn)

            • Kim S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park
              May. 27, 2024

              Audra State Park

              Beautiful campsites

              It's a curvy small road to get there but it's well worth the drive. Beautiful campsites,some right on the river. Access to water that is icy cold but definitely fun to play in. The camp store is well stocked and the employees are friendly.

            • kThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Family Fishing N' Camping
              May. 18, 2024

              Family Fishing N' Camping

              AS OF 5/18/2024

              This establishment does NOT offer tent sites anymore! 5/18/2024. I called to make a reservation and they said they do not do that anymore as of a few years ago.

            • kThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Broken Wheel Campground
              May. 15, 2024

              Broken Wheel Campground

              Family camping

              I recently went tent camping with my two children and 2 dogs it was a wonderful experience! 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! Plenty of trash cans around and a nice park to play at. We tied our doggos between two trees and let them run. Firewood for sale. None to gather around not even sticks so be prepared for that. The tent camping sites arnt marked you kind of just go anywhere which was fine since we were the only ones there. We loved it!

            • Tony C.
              Camper-submitted photo from Sand Springs Campground
              May. 11, 2024

              Sand Springs Campground

              Quiet, Lots of trees

              We only stayed one night, driving through. About 3 miles from the interstate, narrow roads. Big rigs probably hard to back in.

            • J.B. S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area
              May. 1, 2024

              Bakers Run Campground — Elk River Wildlife Management Area

              A True Campground Get Away

              Great campground hosts!!!!! 

              Bakers Run is a great place to camp for families and people who can let go and stay off the grid for a few days. There little to no cell service available and having a boat to enjoy the lake is a must. Camping here for many years due to the location and ease of access for boaters. Getting to the campground can be nerve racking for those who do not like love the back roads of WV. Bakers Run is a great place to get away from it all. Bakers Run is well of the beaten path nestled along the shoreline of Sutton Lake, with that being said Bakers Run is a public Crops of Engineers small and uncommercialized campground. You will not find the following Wi-Fi, swimming pools, snack bars, game rooms, boat rentals, hiking or biking trails. There are two small stores off of campground property offering firewood, snacks, bait, ice, camping supplies and limited grocery items. To fully enjoy Sutton Lake a boat is a must.  https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10122583?tab=ratings

            • J
              Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
              Apr. 25, 2024

              River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

              Weekend Getaway

              Great place to stay! We were at site 13, right on the water. Check-in was easy and the staff was very friendly! Plenty of ice and firewood at the store and a cute little gift shop. The site was mostly flat where we parked the camper and very close to the bathhouse. Plenty to do around the park - biking the rail trails, hiking, fishing, basketball, and a nice playground, to name a few! We definitely plan to make another trip there this year!!

            • BThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Kittie Wilson
              Mar. 4, 2024

              Kittie Wilson

              Not too shabby

              A small dark sky campground with cabins to rent as well. Water and electricity are on most sites. No dump station. Free fire wood for campers and each site has a grill and fire ring. Showers and flushing toilets are at the main building and the honor system is how they do business. 20 bucks a night! Nice people and great night time sky watching. Easy to get any size rig in. Plenty for the kids to do and great hiking trails. Ridge walkers are known to be in the area (Bigfoot) avoid making eye contact during breeding season.

            • Paige H.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Blackwater Falls State Park
              Feb. 18, 2024

              Blackwater Falls State Park

              Winter camping at blackwater falls

              Campsites are just the right size. Very level and nicely done. Sites have electric hookup a picnic table and a fire ring. Wood is available for purchase at the office when you come In. Bathhouse is located in the center of the campsites

            • Brittany R.
              Camper-submitted photo from Backwoods Campground & Winery
              Feb. 13, 2024

              Backwoods Campground & Winery

              Best campground ever!!

              So peaceful, beautiful views!!! Always have a good time, and always love enjoying time with family and friends and time together!!! Have to check it out! Experience is amazing!!!!

            • Fred L.
              Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park
              Oct. 11, 2023

              Audra State Park

              Small but beautiful park

              We recently stayed at Audra State Park for two nights. The park is very small but well-equipped. The campsites are large, each with a picnic table and fire pit. Many are right along the river. A trail winds along the river offering spectacular views. The campground also offers playground, flush toilets, and hot showers. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

            • Joseph B.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Camp Creek State Park
              Oct. 5, 2023

              Camp Creek State Park

              Nice Campground, plenty of trails!

              Stopped here for 2 days on our way home. Nice sites they have; full hookups, water and electric, some just electric, and they also have boondocks sites near the waterfall.

              Bathrooms were good, (as I have posted before, I've seen worse), store had basics, sites were decent size with a nice fire pit. 

              They also give a military discount. 

              There are trails and gravel roads all around the campground. 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. I got a great workout and would definitely explore more of the trails on our next visit.

            • D
              Camper-submitted photo from Audra State Park
              Sep. 28, 2023

              Audra State Park

              Will definitely be back!

              This is one of the most clean state pals I’ve visited. The bathrooms were spotless with tiled floors and walls. The shower was one of the best I’ve experienced with plenty of hot water. The site we had was right on the river and the fire rings were all cleaned out. The folks working were super friendly and willing to help and know there area well. Hiking was fantastic. Can’t wait to go again in warmer weather so we can play in the river. Just an beautiful place all around.



            Guide to West Milford

            Camping near West Milford, West Virginia, offers a fantastic escape into nature with a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there's something for everyone.

            What to do:

            • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails around Blackwater Falls State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The Black Water Falls were also within walking distance and beautiful to see."
            • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Tygart Lake State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "It was quiet and serene...very close to the lake."
            • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife at Audra State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, "Watching the white tail deer stroll through the campsites at sunset was a lot of fun!"

            What campers like:

            • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Seneca Shadows stated, "The bathrooms were spotless with tiled floors and walls."
            • Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. A camper at Five River Campground said, "The owners are amazing and so helpful. They go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful time."
            • Scenic Views: Campers love the stunning views. One reviewer at Spruce Knob Lake Campground remarked, "Every site has a picnic table and fire ring...the stargazing is top notch."

            What you should know:

            • No Reservations: Many campgrounds, like Red Creek Campground, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A visitor mentioned, "These sites are non-reservable."
            • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, such as Holly River State Park Campground, have basic facilities. A camper noted, "The only facilities being vault toilets and bins for your trash."
            • Seasonal Access: Check the season for each campground. For example, Tygart Lake State Park Campground is open from mid-April to October.

            Tips for camping with families:

            • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and trails. One family at Audra State Park Campground enjoyed, "The campground also offers playground, flush toilets, and hot showers."
            • Pack for Rain: Be prepared for wet weather. A camper at Holly River State Park Campground mentioned, "The weekend was a little wet but it was very peaceful."
            • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Seneca Shadows said, "After quiet hours start it’s totally silent."

            Tips from RVers:

            • Check Site Sizes: Some sites can be tricky for larger RVs. A review for Coopers Rock State Forest warned, "Beware Site 25! Very hard to get into!"
            • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Five River Campground, which offers "full hook up sites that were amazing."
            • Stay Connected: If you need Wi-Fi, check availability. A camper at Tygart Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "They have free wifi which works pretty well."

            Camping around West Milford, WV, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful scenery and friendly campgrounds, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor adventure!

            Frequently Asked Questions

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              According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near West Milford, WV is Camp Ara with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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