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Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area

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Managed by the WV Division of Natural Resources, Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area holds a rustic campground in Southside, West Virginia, with fire pits, concrete picnic tables, and a hand-pump cistern of uncertain reliability. No electricity is available. A lake sits directly beside the parking area, making the site a practical base for catfishing or day fishing, and a shooting range is located further up the road. The outhouse is functional but in poor condition. Campers should arrive self-sufficient, bringing their own cooking setup, water, and bathroom supplies. Pets are welcome year-round. Those researching places to camp near Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area will find this one suits short stays best.

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Map & DirectionsChief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area is located in West Virginia near Point Pleasant

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Directions

Accessible by Nine-Mile Road traveling westward from U.S. Route 35 near Southside, can also be reached from state Route 2, five miles south of Gallipolis Ferry by turning onto Crab Creek Road leading east to Arlee and then onto the area.

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38.74121685 N
82.04211681 W

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59 min from Huntington, WV
1 hr 15 min from Parkersburg, WV

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Andrew S.

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Reviewed Aug. 29, 2021

Not well kept

So this place is out there a little bit. Right beside the parking lot camp sites there is a nice lake and further up the road there is shooting range. As for the campsites themselves they are very old. The gave fire pits and old concrete picnic tables that have seen better days. No electric, there is a sistern hand water pump (I didn't test it.). There is a place to put trash but no dump station for refuse. There is an out house that looks like something from an 80's horror movie... pics provided. It oughta be bulldozed. All in all the nature part of the Chief cornstalk is ok, but not something I would consider great. Going for a one or two night stay is plenty for catfishing or day fishing. Though you would need to bring everything with you for cooking and using the bathroom. I really don't recommend this place, but I do see a lot of potential with some simple upgrades. Electric, water, a couple bathrooms, new picnic tables and fire pits and a good picnic shelter would make this place worth going to.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is camping allowed at Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area?

Yes, camping is allowed at Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area. The campground offers primitive sites located right beside the parking lot area and near a nice lake. The campsites are very basic and rustic, featuring fire pits and older concrete picnic tables that have weathered over time. There is no electricity available at the sites. This is a no-frills wilderness camping experience, ideal for those seeking a more primitive outdoor adventure rather than developed campground amenities.

Where is the Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area located and how do I access it?

Chief Cornstalk Wildlife Management Area is located in rural West Virginia, specifically in the Gallipolis Ferry area. The WMA is somewhat remote, requiring visitors to navigate through countryside roads to reach it. The area features a lake near the parking lot camping area. While the exact directions aren't specified, you'll need to follow local roads that may take you a bit off the beaten path. Consider bringing a detailed map or using GPS navigation, as the wildlife management area is described as being "out there a little bit."

What facilities are available at the Chief Cornstalk shooting range?

Chief Cornstalk WMA has a shooting range located further up the road from the main camping area and lake. While specific details about the range facilities are limited, it appears to be a basic public shooting area maintained as part of the wildlife management area. The range is accessible by road within the WMA property. For the most current information about permitted firearms, hours of operation, and any special regulations, contact the WMA management office before planning your shooting activities.

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