Spring Camping in West Virginia

Discover the best spring camping across West Virginia. Welcome the new season with spring camping. Wildflowers bloom, waterfalls surge, and nature awakens.

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Trout Pond Recreation Area

Lost City · George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Spring transforms the Appalachian trails into wildflower corridors while the twin lakes thaw into mirror-smooth paddling waters, all before summer crowds arrive.

4.7(242 reviews)

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Spruce Knob Lake

Riverton · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the high-elevation forests surrounding this mountain lake into a wildflower showcase, while cooler temperatures and fewer crowds make hiking to West Virginia's highest peak especially rewarding.

4.7(203 reviews)

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Big Bend (Wv)

Petersburg, WV · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms Smoke Hole Canyon into a riverside paradise where wildflowers blanket the banks and waterfalls cascade with snowmelt, creating the canyon's most dramatic scenery.

4.5(354 reviews)

About Spring Camping in West Virginia

Spring camping in West Virginia unveils the Mountain State at its most vibrant, when rhododendrons burst into bloom, waterfalls surge with snowmelt, and mountain trails emerge from winter's grip. From the Eastern Panhandle's rolling hills to the rugged Allegheny highlands, West Virginia's diverse terrain offers spring campers everything from lakeside retreats to riverside adventures along rushing mountain streams.

Best Time

The optimal spring camping window in West Virginia runs from mid-April through late May, though elevation determines specific timing. Lower elevation campgrounds around 1,500-2,000 feet, including Trout Pond Recreation Area and Lake Sherwood, typically open by mid-April when daytime temperatures reach the comfortable 60s and 70s, though nighttime lows can still dip into the 30s.

Season Highlights

Wildflower displays
Flowing waterfalls and streams
Mild, comfortable weather
Fewer crowds than summer

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Lake Sherwood

White Sulphur Spring · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the forest trails into ribbons of wildflowers while nearby waterfalls surge with snowmelt, and the 156-acre lake mirrors blooming mountainsides in its calm waters.

4.4(163)

Gerald Freeman Campground

Sutton · Sutton Lake

Spring transforms Sutton Lake's shoreline into a wildflower-dotted paradise, where mild temperatures draw boaters and anglers to glassy morning waters before summer crowds arrive.

4.4(356)

Glade Creek Campground

Prince, WV · New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

Spring transforms the New River Gorge into a wildflower paradise, with trillium and mountain laurel blooming along Glade Creek Trail while waterfalls cascade at their most powerful after winter snowmelt.

4.5(84)

Red Creek Campground

Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the high plateau into a spectacular wildflower meadow, where blooming azaleas and mountain laurels frame rushing waterfalls swollen with snowmelt.

4.6(80)

Tea Creek Campground

. · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the Tea Creek Trail System into a wildflower-lined wonderland, where rushing waterfall mists cool hikers exploring four trails that launch directly from camp.

4.6(80)

Riffle Run Campground

Burnsville · Burnsville Lake

Spring awakens the hardwood forest in brilliant green as wildflowers carpet the trails and Burnsville Lake's waterfalls rush with snowmelt. Fewer crowds during shoulder season mean easier access to hiking paths and the marina, plus mild temperatures that invite longer days exploring...

4.6(81)

Spruce Knob Lake Campground

Riverton · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the surrounding forest into a wildflower showcase, with trillium and mountain laurel blooming beneath budding hardwoods while fewer visitors mean you'll have the trails and lake practically to yourself.

4.7(130)

Cranberry Campground

Richwood, West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the backcountry into a wildflower wonderland, with rushing waterfalls fed by snowmelt and mild temperatures drawing trout to the river's pristine pools. Fewer crowds during shoulder season mean you'll have miles of ancient forest trails and prime fishing spots nearly to yourself.

4.7(50)

Stuart Recreation Area

Parsons · Monongahela National Forest

Spring transforms the Shavers Fork River valley into a wildflower showcase, with dogwoods blooming along the water's edge and mild temperatures bringing the forest to life without summer's crowds.

4.2(154)

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Wildflower viewing and photography along mountain trailsTrout fishing in stocked streams and natural watersHiking through awakening forests and to waterfallsLake fishing for bass, crappie, and catfishKayaking and canoeing on calm spring watersWildlife viewing including migrating birds and emerging bears

Tips & Recommendations

1Book reservations through Recreation.gov for Forest Service and Army Corps campgrounds at least 60 days in advance, as prime spring weekends fill quickly despite cooler temperatures.
2Pack layers for dramatic temperature swings—70-degree afternoons can plummet to near-freezing nights, especially at elevations above 3,000 feet.
3Bring a quality rain fly and waterproof gear, as spring storms roll through the mountains with little warning, and muddy conditions are common even during dry spells.
4For high-elevation destinations like Spruce Knob, check road conditions before departure since Forest Service roads may remain gated until snowmelt is complete.

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We've ranked 20+ spring campgrounds in West Virginia based on wildflowers, weather, and accessibility. Top options feature blooming landscapes and rejuvenated waterfalls.

Spring camping season in West Virginia typically runs March through May, though opening dates vary by location and elevation. Mountain campgrounds may open later due to snowmelt.

West Virginia offers excellent spring camping with wildflower displays, flowing waterfalls, comfortable temperatures, and fewer crowds than summer. It's perfect for hiking and photography.

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