Cranberry campground
Cranberry
Reservations are accepted at Cranberry camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot in advance. This is particularly useful during peak seasons when the campground tends to be more crowded. It is recommended to make reservations ahead of time to ensure availability, especially if planning a visit during weekends or holidays.
The best time to visit Cranberry camping area is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. The area offers beautiful scenery, including stunning views of the Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, a unique natural area known for its rich biodiversity.
While enjoying the camping experience at Cranberry, it is essential to be cautious of the local wildlife, including black bears. Campers are advised to properly store their food and dispose of waste in designated containers to avoid attracting bears. Following safety guidelines and respecting the natural environment will help ensure a memorable and enjoyable camping trip at Cranberry camping area in West Virginia.
What's on-site at Cranberry
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 Cranberry, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bishop Knob Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bishop Knob | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cranberry River Sites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Williams River Sites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cranberry -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Williams River At Dyer | 709 cfs | → |
| Cranberry River Near Richwood | 540 cfs | → |
| Gauley River Near Craigsville | 2,940 cfs | → |
| Elk River Below Webster Springs | 1,890 cfs | → |
| Greenbrier River At Buckeye | 6,020 cfs | → |
| Birch River At Herold | 11 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cranberry -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craigsville 0.6 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hacker Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Quinwood | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt. Nebo 1s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snowshoe | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dunmore 1n | 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
- Wilderness Cranberry
- Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park
- Beartown State Park
- Holly River State Park
- Watoga State Park
- Wilderness Spice Run
Boat launches
- Summit Lake Trail No 201 Greenbrier County
- Persinger Ford Road Nicholas County
- Us 19;Wv 41 Summersville
- County Route 19/32 Nicholas County
Paddle runs
- The U.S. Forest Service Cranberry Campground To The Confluence With The Gauley River
- Three Forks To Spice Run
- The Junction With Williams River To The Junction With Panther Creek
- Darnell Run To Rabbit Run
- Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood
- The Headwaters To The U.S. Forest Service Cranberry Campground
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 Cranberry as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cranberry
Can I make reservations at Cranberry?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Cranberry?
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 Cranberry.