Camper submitted image from Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake - 1
View All
Camper submitted image from Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake - 2
Official
Camper submitted image from Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake - 3
Nature
Camper submitted image from Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake - 4
Water
Camper submitted image from Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake - 5
Activities

Established Camping

Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake

About

US Army Corps of Engineers

Jennings Randolph Lake

Overview

The Robert W. Craig Campground is located off West Virginia State Highway Route 46, five miles from Elk Garden, West Virginia. The campground is located very close to Jennings Randolph Lake which provides many recreational opportunities including boating, swimming, picnicking, scenic overlooks and fishing. The resident bald eagles have been breeding at Jennings Randolph Lake for over 10 years. Bring binoculars for the opportunity to spot an eagle's nest.

Recreation

During your stay at the campground, enjoy playing a game of horse shoes or hiking the Sunset Trail, High Timber Trail or the 3D Archery Trail. There is also a playground, sandbox, and a swing set available for kids to play on. Located behind the Campground Store, the Kalbaugh Pond appeals to anglers for its stocked largemouth and small mouth bass, blue gill, and catfish. At the pavilion, shoot some hoops on the basketball court or play a game of horse shoes. Birders will love the Songbird Trail and the High Timber Trail provides 28 varieties of labeled tree species. With the trailhead adjacent to the pavilion, visitors can try out the new 3D Archery Range. Hiking trails can be accessed from the campground.

Facilities

During your stay at the campground, enjoy playing a game of horse shoes or hiking the Sunset Trail, High Timber Trail or the 3D Archery Trail. There is also a playground, sandbox, and a swing set available for kids to play on. Located behind the Campground Store, the Kalbaugh Pond appeals to anglers for its stocked largemouth and small mouth bass, blue gill, and catfish. At the pavilion, shoot some hoops on the basketball court or play a game of horse shoes. Birders will love the Songbird Trail and the High Timber Trail provides 28 varieties of labeled tree species. With the trailhead adjacent to the pavilion, visitors can try out the new 3D Archery Range. Hiking trails can be accessed from the campground.

Natural Features

The lake spans 952 acres in the rugged hills of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains. The pavilion is located inside of the Robert W. Craig Campground in a nice grassy field where your group can be semi-isolated for a nice reunion or picnic away from the rest of the campground.

Nearby Attractions

A short mile away from the campground is the North Branch of the Potomac River, renowned as one of the finest trout fisheries on the East Coast. The river is also an excellent location for whitewater rafting. The city of Cumberland, with pleasant cobblestone pedestrian streets and boutique shops, makes for a nice visit.

Suggest an Edit

Location

Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake is located in West Virginia

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Cumberland, MD: Take US 220 south to US 50W, go west to WV 42N, go north to WV 46E. Follow the signs to the Robert W. Craig Campground.

Address

PO BOX 247
Elk garden, WV 26717-0247

Coordinates

39.4167667 N
79.1161111 W

Open in Google Maps

Is Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake sold out?

Quickly grab cancellations!

Learn More

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Big Rig Friendly

Reviews

Add Review

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Star

60%
20%
0%
20%
0%

4.0

out of 5

5 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 23, 2023

Great Park, Absent Hosts?

I really wanted to give this park five stars.

When I arrived I was surprised by a Christmas in July event where there was activities for the kids and a campsite holiday decoration contest. Santa even made an appearance. Fun stuff.

There's ame space between campsites and also sites that are close for friends and family to stay nearby. Hiking trails, fishing, basketball, hot showers, and a camp store with friendly staff.

The only issue we had was One. Nonstop. Barking. Dog. As I write this it's been going for over 10 hours. The owner is belligerent a despite multiple camp host sites, nobody is here. That poor pup. Our poor ears.

Otherwise, great place!

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Damon O., July 23, 2023
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Damon O., July 23, 2023
  • View from Entrance Road
    Play button icon
  • (6) View All
Reviewed May. 29, 2021

Bathhouse was nice and clean (August 2020)

The sites are nice but muddy; not very good drainage. The bathhouse was nice and clean. My friends and I chose this campground due to the lake- Randolph Jennings- and wanting to swim- the beach was closed due to COVID- the reason, they couldn't monitor people to social distance and wear a mask. Hiking trails around the campground were nice. Did have some noisy neighbors- loud music. Overall, meh.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Heather , May 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Heather , May 29, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

Great lake

Great Lake, beautiful in all seasons

  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Ash V., August 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Ash V., August 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake by Ash V., August 21, 2018
  • (6) View All
Reviewed Jun. 9, 2018

Perfect for kids-- hike, bike, fish and ranger activities

This is a great place to camp. Make sure to bring bicycles for your kids to ride around the loop. There is also a pond that you can hike to for fishing. It is far enough that your children would not wonder there on their own. You can drive to the playground and swimming area and there's other areas to explore.

It is one of our favorite campgrounds.

Site32
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 31, 2016

Great lake trip

Awesome summer/fall spot for boating, swimming picnicking! Such a nice and remote location to really let you find yourself. There is a nice campground nearby too.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake?

Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake allows vehicles up to 4 feet.

Does Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake?

There are 69 campsites at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts