Hiking Campgrounds in West Virginia

Hiking Campgrounds in West Virginia

Discover the best hiking campgrounds across West Virginia. Experience the best of both worlds with camping that puts you right at the heart of incredible hiking opportunities. Direct trail access and stunning mountain vistas.

26+ Campgrounds4.2★ AverageBest: Late Spring through Fall (May-October)

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Featured Campgrounds

Handpicked destinations that define the region

1
Bulltown Camp
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4.2
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Bulltown Camp
Napier
Burnsville Lake
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Battle Run
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4.4
(473)
Battle Run
Summersville
Summersville Lake
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Gerald Freeman Campground
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4.3
(356)
Gerald Freeman Campground
Sutton
Sutton Lake
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Hiking Campgrounds in West Virginia

West Virginia offers 26+ campgrounds perfect for hiking campgrounds. Campgrounds with direct trail access for hiking and backpacking. The best time to visit is Late Spring through Fall (May-October).

Direct trail access
Mountain and forest settings
Backpacking base camps
Scenic wilderness views


Campground Locations

Showing top 20 campgrounds near Hiking Campgrounds in West Virginia

Map Key
1
Bulltown Camp
2
Battle Run
3
Gerald Freeman Campground
4
Big Bend (Wv)
5
Robert W Craig
6
East Fork (Wv)
7
Trout Pond Recreation Area
8
Spruce Knob Lake
9
Lake Sherwood
10
Stuart Recreation Area
11
Riffle Run Campground
12
Blue Bend Rec Area
13
Cranberry Campground
14
Middle Mountain Cabins
15
Guyandotte Campground
16
Summit Lake Campground
17
Long Point Campground
18
Hopkins Mountain Fireman's Cabin
19
Jess Judy
20
Gatewood Group

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The most popular campgrounds for hiking campgrounds in west virginia book up months in advance. Here are the tools to help you get a site.


Hiking Campgrounds in West Virginia FAQ

We've ranked 26+ hiking campgrounds in West Virginia based on trail access, hiking variety, scenery, and user reviews. Top options are near national forests, state parks, and wilderness areas.

Permit requirements vary by location in West Virginia. Many wilderness areas and popular trails require day-use or backcountry permits. Check with the managing agency (National Forest, National Park, or State Park) before your trip.

Late Spring through Fall (May-October) is generally best for hiking camping in West Virginia. High-elevation trails may have shorter seasons due to snow. Always check current trail conditions before heading out.

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