Summary
Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and boating. The campground amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to showers and restrooms. Reservations are recommended, and there are 26 campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The best time of year to visit is during the fall, with average temperatures in the mid-60s to low-70s.
Nearby Campgrounds
Carnifex Ferry Cabins
Battle Run
Battle Run Campground
Mountain Lake Campground
Gauley River Wild & Woolly Primitive Campground
Ray's Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Peters Creek Near Lockwood
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47cfs |
Meadow River At Nallen
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517cfs |
Gauley River Above Belva
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2530cfs |
Kanawha River At Kanawha Falls
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5540cfs |
Gauley River Near Craigsville
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1190cfs |
Elk River At Clay
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11200cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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MT. NEBO 1S
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0" |
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QUINWOOD
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0" |
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CRAIGSVILLE 0.6 NE
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0" |
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CLAY 0.2 WSW
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0" |
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BECKLEY ARPT SNOW OBSERVATION
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0" |
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CHARLESTON 5.8 ENE
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3" |
Battle Run Public Boat Launch
Begins Below Summersville Lake To The Town Of Swiss
Upper Gauley - Summersville Dam to Mason Branch
The Route U.S. 19 Bridge To The Confluence With The Gauley River