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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

Army Corps of Engineers

Sutton Recreation Area

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.

Facilities

This large campground offers 156 campsites. 113 sites have electric hookups and 37 sites have full hookups. Boat ramps and a marina with a snack bar are located on-site. Younger visitors love the campground's playgrounds and basketball courts. Other facilities include hot showers, flush toilets, water fountains, and two trailer water / dump stations.

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

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 Jul. 16, 2025

Great place to disconnect!

Gerald Freeman Campground is a GREAT place to get away if you are looking to disconnect. There is NO SERVICE of any kind up here! We have a powerful WeBoost on our RV and STILL no bars. There are a few places you can move around to and maybe get 1 bar, but they are hard to find. Starlink works great though, and once established you can use WiFi calling for your phone. The scenery is beautiful here, and you almost have to look straight up to see the sky because you are surrounded by mountains. The lake/creek/river(I'm not sure which it is because it says lake, but it has a slight current) runs directly by the campsites and there is easy access for fishing, kayaking, and other aquatic activities. The campground itself is SUPER clean, and so are the shower houses. The sites are level and well maintained. Some sites have full hookups(W/S/E), while others have W/E, electric only, and primitive. Make sure you know what you are booking so you don't get surprised. Some of the nicest sites are electric only. There is a little store on the property for a few essentials, but it is small with limited selection. Our water pressure at our site was very low, only around 20 lbs, so we had to rely on our pump and tank, but we could at least fill it so it was a non-issue for us. We are a full-time RV family, traveling the country with our three dogs, and we will be staying here again in the future. It's a safe, clean campground with everything that you need and a GREAT family atmosphere!

SiteA42, blacktop, full hookups.
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Brian P., July 16, 2025
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Brian P., July 16, 2025
  • Review photo of Gerald Freeman Campground by Brian P., July 16, 2025
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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 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

How much does it cost to camp at Gerald Freeman Campground?

Camping at Gerald Freeman Campground can cost between $28.00 and $46.00 depending on the site.

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 at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Gerald Freeman Campground?

There are 158 campsites at Gerald Freeman Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts