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Gerald Freeman Campground

Gerald Freeman Campground is located near Sutton Lake in West Virginia, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Sutton Lake for boating and fishing, and the scenic trails of the Elk River Wildlife Management Area.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Sutton Lake

Overview

Gerald Freeman Camp is nestled in the headwaters of Sutton Lake in central West Virginia, 70 miles north of Charleston. The area provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing and hiking.

Recreation

Anglers find plentiful bass, crappie, catfish and sunfish in the lake. The Elk River below Sutton Dam is well-known for its muskie and walleye fishing, and trout are stocked in the Downstream area. Fire roads and hunting trails in the surrounding lands provide great hiking and biking opportunities around Sutton Lake and at the nearby Elk River Wildlife Management Area. A variety of campground activities are scheduled throughout the summer for children of all ages.

Natural Features

Sutton Lake covers 1440 acres as it winds 14 miles up the Elk River. Many quiet coves can be found along its 40 miles of shoreline. The lake is surrounded by rolling hills wooded with mixed stands of oak, hickory, poplar and cherry trees. Wildlife, including deer, turkeys, squirrels, ruffed grouse, Canada geese and other waterfowl, is abundant in the area.

Nearby Attractions

The Elk River Wildlife Management Area contains nearly 18,000 acres of public hunting lands. The terrain is diverse and divided into the Elk River and Holly River sections. The Elk River section consists primarily of steep hills, ridges and benches, while the Holly River section is on the north side of the lake and consists of forested hills and open farmlands. Additional camping facilities are available on a first come, first served basis at Bakers Run Campground and Bee Run Primitive Campground.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (304) 765-2267.

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Location

Gerald Freeman Campground is located in West Virginia

Detail location of campground

Directions

From I-79, take exit 67. Turn right on WV-4 and go 1 mile. Turn left on WV-15 and travel 12 miles to the campground. Campground will be on your right. NOTE: GPS directions are not always accurate. Call for additional information.

Address

PO BOX 426
Sutton, WV 26601-0426

Coordinates

38.68 N
80.5469444 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Jun. 27, 2021

Water access anytime

Bring a kayak or tube to have easy access the the water right on the campground! Spaces had plenty of room to spread out. It takes about 20 minutes to get to stores so make sure you’re prepared. There is a store on property for things you’ve forgotten though. Signs say no alcohol on the lake. We brought alcohol to our campsite and on the lake without anyone saying anything though.

Site144
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Elana C., June 27, 2021
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Elana C., June 27, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2020

Nice stay on a busy weekend

Even though we didn’t get a waterfront site, we did get a nice site #119. Very secluded and quiet. Walking distance to the marina where there is a nice general store. Super friendly . Boat rentals available . Nice getaway in a beautiful part of the country.

  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Todd S., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Todd S., August 26, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2019

Would Definitely Go Back

Nice campground that sits on a beautiful lake. There’s a lot of stuff for kids to do and the local marina rents out pontoon boats as well. The shower houses were very clean as well. Each site has its own fire ring available.

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2018

family friendly

great playgrounds. many memories made here. good shady sites. good my bike trail too.

Reviewed Apr. 29, 2018

Family Fun

This camp ground is fun for the whole family has different sites for how ever you camp.

Site15, 157
Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Gerald Freeman Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Gerald Freeman Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Gerald Freeman Campground?

    Gerald Freeman Campground allows vehicles up to 75 feet.

  • Does Gerald Freeman Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Gerald Freeman Campground does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Gerald Freeman Campground?

    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 Gerald Freeman Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Gerald Freeman Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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