Nestled along the winding shores of 720-acre Beech Fork Lake, this expansive campground offers something for every camper across its four distinct camping areas: Old Orchard, Lakeview, Moxley Branch, and Four Coves. Whether you're seeking a shaded retreat beneath the hardwood canopy or a waterfront site where you can watch sunrise mist lift off the lake, you'll find your perfect basecamp for fishing, boating, and family adventures in West Virginia's beautiful Appalachian foothills.
Large, developed state park campground with 275 campsites across multiple camping areas (Old Orchard, Lakeview, Moxley Branch, Four Coves) including lakefront sites, plus six fully equipped cabins and group-capable facilities.
Historical Significance
Beech Fork State Park and Beech Fork Lake were developed as part of a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir project for flood control and recreation in the mid-20th century; the park now serves regional outdoor recreation needs.Weather and SeasonsSpring through fall brings Beech Fork to life, with all camping areas open and the lake beckoning for swimming, fishing, and paddling adventures. Summer weekends draw families eager to escape the heat on the cool waters, so book ahead if you're planning a peak-season visit. For those who crave solitude and don't mind cooler temperatures, Old Orchard Campground welcomes year-round campers to experience the lake's quiet beauty when autumn colors blaze or winter's stillness settles over the water.
Natural Features and SceneryYour campsite awaits among the rolling ridges and peaceful hollows of mixed hardwood forest, where oak, hickory, and beech trees filter dappled sunlight onto your tent or RV. The sprawling 720-acre reservoir winds through nearly 31 miles of irregular shoreline, creating intimate coves and hidden inlets that give the lake its distinctive character. Many sites nestle right along the water's edge or overlook the lake from elevated vantage points, while others tuck into forested areas that feel wonderfully secluded yet remain conveniently close to the water.
Geological RegionRolling Appalachian foothills of southwestern West Virginia (wooded ridges, hollows, and coves around Beech Fork Lake)
Scenic ViewsNotable lake views and scenic overlooks provide broad panoramas of Beech Fork Lake and surrounding wooded hills; approximately 99 of the park's campsites are described as lakefront and many other sites afford glimpses of the water through trees.
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