Cranberry Campground campground
Cranberry Campground
The best time to visit Cranberry Campground is during the summer and fall months when the weather is pleasant and the surrounding natural beauty is at its peak. Campers can enjoy activities like fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching in the nearby Cranberry Wilderness Area. It is important for visitors to be cautious of wildlife encounters, such as black bears, and to follow proper safety guidelines to ensure a safe camping experience. Furthermore, it is recommended to bring insect repellent during peak mosquito season.
In summary, Cranberry Campground in West Virginia is an ideal destination for nature lovers and camping enthusiasts. With its range of amenities, ability to make reservations, and beautiful surroundings, it provides a memorable camping experience for visitors. Just be sure to plan your visit during the optimal seasons, take precautions regarding wildlife encounters, and pack accordingly to make the most of your time at Cranberry Campground.
What's on-site at Cranberry Campground
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 Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bishop Knob Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bishop Knob | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cranberry River Sites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Williams River Sites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cranberry Campground -- 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 Campground -- 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 Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cranberry Campground
Can I make reservations at Cranberry Campground?
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 Campground?
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 Campground.