Nestled among towering hardwoods on the shores of an 18-acre lake, Little Beaver Campground offers 46 modern campsites where forest meets water. This family-friendly retreat, which opened in 2011, features both electric+water and water-only sites, a well-equipped bathhouse with laundry facilities, and convenient trail access connecting you to the shimmering lakeshore and beyond.
Modern 46-site state park campground (opened 2011) with a mix of reservable and first-come/first-served sites arranged in two loops: a larger main loop (many electric+water sites, easier RV access) and a smaller second loop (many water-only, first-come sites favored by tent campers). Site pads are roughly 40 feet.
Historical Significance
The campground and associated infrastructure were added in 2011; the park primarily serves recreational uses. The site is part of the broader New River Gorge / southern West Virginia recreational and coal‑mining region, but the campground itself has no major historic structures or battlefield significance documented in sources.Weather and SeasonsLittle Beaver Campground welcomes visitors from spring through fall, when the forest comes alive with seasonal color and activity. Summer brings warm days perfect for lake activities and family camping adventures, while spring and fall offer milder temperatures and—in autumn—spectacular foliage displays that paint the hillsides in brilliant reds and golds. The campground closes for winter, allowing the forest to rest until the next season of adventure begins.
Natural Features and SceneryImagine waking to dappled sunlight filtering through a canopy of mature hardwoods, with the tranquil waters of Little Beaver Lake just a short walk away. The campground's 562-acre setting surrounds you with the kind of natural beauty that makes West Virginia special—gentle slopes descending to wooded shores, quiet coves perfect for exploration, and nearly 20 miles of trails winding through rolling hills and intimate ravines. Each tree-lined site provides its own shaded haven, offering both privacy and a front-row seat to the forest's daily rhythms.
Geological RegionNew River Gorge region / southern West Virginia coal‑mining area
Scenic ViewsPrimary views are of Little Beaver Lake and the wooded hills that surround it. The campground itself is mostly forested, but short walks connect sites to lakeside viewpoints, shoreline coves and open day‑use areas.
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