Lake Buffalo campground
Lake Buffalo
Reservations are accepted at Lake Buffalo camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot in advance. This is particularly recommended during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating. It is worth noting that fishing enthusiasts will be delighted by the campground's proximity to the lake, offering ample opportunities to catch bass, catfish, and panfish.
Campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, including black bears, and should take appropriate measures to store food and dispose of trash properly. Additionally, it is advisable to bring insect repellent to protect against mosquitoes and ticks. Overall, Lake Buffalo camping area in West Virginia provides a beautiful natural setting with various amenities, accepting reservations, and offering outdoor recreational opportunities for campers to enjoy.
What's on-site at Lake Buffalo
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 Lake Buffalo, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Fork Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Middle Mountain Cabins | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Stonecoal Dispersed Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Back Ridge Shadows Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spruce Knob Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lake Buffalo -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Greenbrier River At Durbin | 568 cfs | → |
| Shavers Fork Nr Cheat Bridge | 461 cfs | → |
| Back Creek Near Sunrise | 168 cfs | → |
| South Branch Potomac River At Franklin | 124 cfs | → |
| Tygart Valley River Near Dailey | 164 cfs | → |
| Little Back Creek Near Sunrise | 37 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lake Buffalo -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartow 1s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Green Bank 1.2 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dunmore 1n | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Monterey 6.5 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mill Gap Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Frost 3ne | 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
- Widney Park
- Wilderness Laurel Fork
- Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
- Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area
- Seneca State Forest
- Kumbrabow State Forest
Fishing spots
- Braley Pond Day Use Area
- Elkhorn Lake Day Use Area
- Briery Branch Day Use Area
- Staunton Dam Day Use Area
- Dry Fork
- Tomahawk Pond Day Use Area
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 Lake Buffalo as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Buffalo
Can I make reservations at Lake Buffalo?
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 Lake Buffalo?
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 Lake Buffalo.