Trout Pond campground
Trout Pond
The campground offers amenities such as flush toilets, showers, and potable water. There are a total of 51 campsites available, and reservations are recommended.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Trout Pond itself is one of only two natural lakes in West Virginia. The best time to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s.
In conclusion, the Trout Pond Camping Area in West Virginia provides a stunning natural setting with plenty of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. The campground offers essential amenities, and reservations are recommended due to the popularity of the area. The best time to visit is during the summer months, when temperatures are mild and perfect for outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Trout Pond
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 Trout Pond, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trout Pond Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Trout Pond Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wolf Gap Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wolf Gap | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Fort Ohv | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Trout Pond -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Waites Run Near Wardensville | 5 cfs | → |
| So Fk South Branch Potomac R Nr Moorefield | 38 cfs | → |
| N F Shenandoah River At Mount Jackson | 72 cfs | → |
| Smith Creek Near New Market | 20 cfs | → |
| N F Shenandoah River Near Strasburg | 121 cfs | → |
| N F Shenandoah River At Cootes Store | 30 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Trout Pond -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyser 2 Ssw Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dale Enterprise Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Canaan Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Davis. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bayard Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Berryville 0.9 Nnw | 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
- Lost River State Park
- Ogdens Cave State Natural Area Preserve
- Shenandoah River State Park
- Ed Stump Playground
- Happy Creek Park
- Larenim Park
Boat launches
- Kimsey Run Road Hardy County
- Strasburg Trail Strasburg
- South Page Valley Road Page County
- Page County
- Seekford Boat Launch
- Bixlers Ferry Rd Page County
Fishing spots
- White Sulphur Pond
- Tomahawk Pond Day Use Area
- Bealers Ferry Boat Launch
- Bealers Ferry Pond Accessible Fishing Site
- Batzell Boat Launch
- Moody Boat Launch
Points of interest
- Woodstock Tower Observation Site
- Battle Of Cedar Creek - Thoburns Redoubt
- 1st Maine Battery
- Molineux's 2nd Brigade
- Union Withdrawal
- Union Trenches
Paddle runs
- The West Virginia 259 Bridge South Of Wardensville To Ends Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River
- Begins Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River To Wardensville
- Wardensville To The Town Of Capon Bridge
- Segment B--State Route 730 Bridge To Nf Boundary
- Segment C--Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Shenandoah River
- State Route 675 At Edinburg, Va To State Highway 55 Southeast Of Strasburg, Va
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 Trout Pond as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Trout Pond
Can I make reservations at Trout Pond?
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 Trout Pond?
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 Trout Pond.