Tygart Lake State Park campground
Tygart Lake State Park
The campground offers a range of amenities, including electric and water hookups, modern restrooms with showers, a playground, and a picnic area. The campground is available on a first-come-first-served basis, so visitors should plan accordingly. There are 40 campsites in total, with some accommodating RVs up to 40 feet in length.
An interesting fact about Tygart Lake is that it was created by the US Army Corps of Engineers in the 1930s as part of a flood control project. Today, it serves as a popular recreational destination for locals and visitors alike.
The best time to visit Tygart Lake State Park is during the summer months when temperatures average in the mid-80s. Visitors can enjoy swimming in the lake, hiking in the surrounding forests, and attending various events hosted by the park. However, the park is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy activities such as fishing and hunting during the fall and winter months.
What's on-site at Tygart Lake State Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tygart Lake State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audra State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horseshoe Recreation And Campground Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Coopers Rock State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Chestnut Ridge Regional Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stuart Day Use Area And Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tygart Lake State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tygart Valley R At Tygart Dam Nr Grafton | 777 cfs | → |
| Three Fork Creek Nr Grafton | 73 cfs | → |
| Tygart Valley River At Philippi | 534 cfs | → |
| Tygart Valley River At Colfax | 767 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Barrackville | 115 cfs | → |
| West Fork River At Enterprise | 272 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tygart Lake State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tygart Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fairmont | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Morgantown 5.9 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Clarksburg 1 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckhannon | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Thomas 7.4 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Tygart Lake State Park
- Valley Falls State Park
- Prickett's Fort State Park
- Clarksburg City Park
- Lowndes Park
- Audra State Park
Boat launches
- Beverly-Fairmont Pike Philippi
- Mon River Trail South Marion County
- Caperton Trail 371, Star City
- Madison Street Buckhannon
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tygart Lake State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tygart Lake State Park
Can I make reservations at Tygart Lake State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tygart Lake State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tygart Lake State Park.