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Camping in West Virginia

Discover 34 state parks offering camping in West Virginia

🏕️ Camping in West Virginia State Parks at a Glance

Book ahead 12 months
Nightly fee $20–$45
Max stay 14 nights (May 1 through Labor Day)
Booking system State-run portal at wvstateparks.com
  • RV hookups: Electric hookups available at many sites; full water/sewer varies by park
  • Pets: Only dogs and cats permitted; must be leashed and restrained
  • Firewood: Do not bring out-of-state firewood; federal/state restrictions on transporting firewood from spongy moth, thousand cankers, EAB and other quarantine zones; firewood sold at park stores
  • Good to know: Cancellation policy is strict — $10 fee if cancelled 7+ days out, forfeit first night's fee if cancelled within 6 days; call center 1-833-WV-PARKS. Checkout is noon.
Reserve West Virginia State Park Campsites →

Official agency: West Virginia State Parks (WV Department of Commerce)

Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.

34 State Parks

West Virginia State Parks with Camping

Wooden boardwalk beneath Alum Cave rock overhang with Middle Fork River at Audra State Park West Virginia

Audra State Park

+3 Rafting Paddling RV
Historic grist mill at Babcock State Park

Babcock State Park

+4 Rock Climbing Scenic Overlooks Rafting Waterfall Viewing
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Beech Fork State Park

+10 Picnicking Mountain Biking Bird Watching Scenic Overlooks Hunting Rafting Kayaking Canoeing RV Biking
Berkeley Springs State Park West Virginia

Berkeley Springs State Park

+4 Wildlife Watching Mountain Biking Rafting Biking
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Bluestone State Park

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Cabwaylingo State Forest

+3 Mountain Biking Rafting Biking
Cacapon Resort State Park (West Virginia)

Cacapon Resort State Park

+5 Mountain Biking Horseback Riding Rafting Golfing Biking
Camp Creek State Park (West Virginia)

Camp Creek State Park

+6 Wildlife Watching Mountain Biking Horseback Riding Rafting Waterfall Viewing Biking
Canaan Valley Resort State Park (West Virginia)

Canaan Valley Resort State Park

+13 Photography Picnicking Mountain Biking Bird Watching Cross Country Skiing Snowshoeing Ice Skating Tubing Rafting Skiing Golfing Winter Sports Biking
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (West Virginia)

Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park West Virginia

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

+5 Stargazing Snowshoeing Scenic Drives Sightseeing Biking
A couple sits on a rocky ledge at Custer State Park, overlooking a forest and distant hills. Nearby, rugged rock formations rise vertically amidst the trees.

Cathedral State Park

+5 Snowshoeing Scenic Overlooks Kayaking Paddling RV
Cedar Creek State Park (West Virginia)

Cedar Creek State Park

+6 Picnicking Mountain Biking Bird Watching Rafting Golfing Biking
A truck parked in front of a house decorated with lights at a State Park.

Chief Logan State Park

+1 Golfing
Coopers Rock State Forest (West Virginia)

Coopers Rock State Forest

+3 Mountain Biking Rafting Biking

Fairfax Stone Historical Monument State Park

Greenbrier River Trail (West-Virginia)

Greenbrier River Trail

+3 Horseback Riding Paddling Biking
Misty morning in old-growth Appalachian forest with cascading stream at Holly River State Park

Holly River State Park

+4 Bird Watching Rafting Waterfall Viewing RV
Kanawha State Forest (West Virginia)

Kanawha State Forest

+2 Winter Sports Biking
Little Beaver State Park (West Virginia)

Little Beaver State Park

+6 Mountain Biking Paddleboarding Kayaking Paddling Canoeing Biking
Moncove Lake State Park (West-Virginia)

Moncove Lake State Park

+4 Picnicking Bird Watching Hunting Kayaking
North Bend Rail Trail (West-Virginia)

North Bend Rail Trail

North Bend State Park (West-Virginia)

North Bend State Park

+7 Wildlife Watching Photography Horseback Riding Jet Skiing Golfing Kayaking Canoeing
Wooden boardwalk beneath Alum Cave rock overhang with Middle Fork River at Audra State Park West Virginia

Pineville Lake State Park

+5 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Mountain Biking Rafting Biking
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Pinnacle Rock State Park

+5 Picnicking Mountain Biking Bird Watching Rafting Biking
Pipestem Resort State Park aerial tramway descending into Bluestone River Gorge with autumn colors

Pipestem Resort State Park

+7 Paddleboarding Rafting Golfing Kayaking RV Biking Ziplining
Pricketts Fort State Park (West Virginia)

Prickett’s Fort State Park

+3 Mountain Biking Rafting Biking
Stonewall Resort State Park (West Virginia)

Stonewall Resort State Park

+5 Mountain Biking Bird Watching Rafting Golfing Biking
Summersville Lake State Park (West Virginia)

Summersville Lake State Park

+6 Wildlife Watching Mountain Biking Scuba Diving Rafting RV Biking
Old Man's Cave gorge at Hocking Hills with cascading waterfall, mossy sandstone walls, A-Frame bridge, and autumn foliage

Tomlinson Run State Park

+5 Rock Climbing Wildlife Watching Mountain Biking Rafting Biking
Twin Falls Resort State Park (West-Virginia)

Twin Falls Resort State Park

+2 Stargazing Golfing
Tygart Lake State Park (West Virginia)

Tygart Lake State Park

Valley Falls State Park (West Virginia)

Valley Falls State Park

+6 Wildlife Watching Mountain Biking Rafting Kayaking Waterfall Viewing Biking
Watoga State Park (West Virginia)

Watoga State Park

+5 Photography Picnicking Scenic Overlooks Hunting Biking

❓ Camping in West Virginia — FAQ

How far ahead can I book West Virginia state park campsites?

You can reserve West Virginia state park campsites 12 months in advance via State-run portal at wvstateparks.com. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)

How much does camping cost in West Virginia state parks?

Nightly campsite fees in West Virginia state parks typically run $20–$45, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.

How long can I stay at a West Virginia state park campground?

The maximum stay is 14 nights (May 1 through Labor Day). Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.

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