The best dog-friendly camping near Charleston

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Looking for a camping getaway near Charleston, West Virginia, where you can bring your pets along? Look no further than Altenbrauch Farm! With over 1,100 options specifically catered to pet-friendly camping in the Charleston area, you'll be sure to find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. Whether you're looking for a rustic cabin, a spacious RV site, or a secluded tent camping spot, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with popular campsites like The Country, LLC and Beaver Lakes Campground LLC., you can trust that you'll have a fantastic camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, toilets, and campfires, and take part in exciting activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and climbing. With an average price per night of just $32 and options as low as $5, camping near Charleston, West Virginia has never been more affordable and pet-friendly!

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Shepherd’s View

2. Shepherd’s View

41mi from Charleston · 1 site · Lodging · Duck, WV
Welcome to our charming sheep farm retreat! As proud owners and stewards of this picturesque farm, we want to offer you a unique experience like no other. Relax in the backyard in comfy Adirondack chairs around a Crystal Fire table. You can also observe wildlife from our house's windows and deck. We're conveniently located 2 miles from the Elk River Trail, ideal for biking, hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking. We are 35 minutes from the Rail Explorers in Clay. The space: House is situated on the edge of a sheep farm in the woodlands of the Appalachain Mountains of West Virginia. 2 bedrooms are located upstairs. One bedroom has 2 twin beds and the other one has a queen size bed with a full bathroom in the hallway. The first level of the house has a kitchen, spacious dining area, living room, laundry room, a bedroom with a queen size bed that has a full bathroom adjacent to it just across the hall. All bedrooms have a 43" roku tv. No Smoking. We provide Starlink internet and Roku tv. Log into your own streaming services or take advantage of our complimentary Disney + and Paramount + subscriptions and the free channels that Roku has to offer. Guest access: All rooms of the house are accessible except for garages, enclosed porch, and storage closet. Other things to note: One of our most remarkable features is the spectacular sunset views we offer, which are renowned throughout Clay County. If you're keen on witnessing nature's daily masterpiece, please don't hesitate to notify us in advance so we can guide you to the prime vantage points on our property.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$200
 / night
Harper Road Hipcamp

3. Harper Road Hipcamp

43mi from Charleston · 1 site · RV · Surveyor, WV
Welcome to Harper Road Hipcamp, a simple and peaceful gravel lot located at the Surveyor Mini Mall — the perfect stop for travelers exploring southern West Virginia’s scenic mountain region. Just down the road from beautiful Lake Stephens, this easy-access spot offers a convenient place to park your camper, van, or small RV while you enjoy the area’s many nearby adventures. Within minutes, you’ll find local eateries in Glen Daniel, a scenic drive over Bolt Mountain, and quick access to Beckley for shopping, dining, and supplies — along with many other local attractions. You’ll be less than 30 minutes from Fayette County’s outdoor destinations, including world-famous spots like the New River Gorge Bridge, Grandview, and ACE Adventure Resort — perfect for hiking, rafting, or simply taking in the breathtaking Appalachian views. For a relaxing day by the water, Bluestone Lake and State Park are only about 40 minutes away. While you’re here, take time to visit the Upper Big Branch Miners Memorial in Whitesville — a moving tribute to the 29 miners who lost their lives in 2010 and a powerful reminder of the region’s deep coal-mining roots. This is a great overnight or weekend stop for travelers passing through or exploring the region. Enjoy a level gravel pad, easy in-and-out access, and the convenience of being roadside. Whether you’re road-tripping, camping on a budget, or just looking for a safe and simple place to rest, Harper Road Hipcamp offers a friendly and convenient base for your Appalachian adventure.
from 
$20
 / night
Ohio River Camping

4. Ohio River Camping

44mi from Charleston · 1 site · Tent · Racine, OH
Adventure Ohio, LLC At Adventure Ohio, we offer multiple camping options for you to choose from. Bring your own gear and set up at one of our riverfront primitive sites or our river-view site across the road. Enjoy beautiful river sunsets, access for paddleboarding and kayaking, fun swimming and rock jumping, campfires, and the peaceful rhythm of passing river barges. While a busy road passes through the property, most guests quickly tune out the traffic and instead become attuned to the whistle of the nearby lock, announcing the comings and goings of barges along the Ohio River. This is a family-owned property—my brother and his kids live on one end, and my mother lives on the other. Between them sits the Adventure Ohio campground, so there’s always someone around to help if you need anything. We also operate an Ohio River water guide company on-site. When available, you can rent kayaks, paddleboards, or river tubes during your stay for an additional fee. You’re also welcome to bring your own equipment. Things to Note Because this is a nature-based site, you may encounter bugs, mosquitoes, ticks, poison ivy, snakes (including the occasional copperhead), deer, raccoons, skunks, and other local wildlife. We do our best to keep poison ivy cleared from most areas and are continuously working on copperhead control as we encounter them. Please plan accordingly—bring bug spray, keep food secured from animals, and dress appropriately when walking in wooded areas to avoid poison ivy and snakes.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$35
 / night

Looking for a camping getaway near Charleston, West Virginia, where you can bring your pets along? Look no further than Altenbrauch Farm! With over 1,100 options specifically catered to pet-friendly camping in the Charleston area, you'll be sure to find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. Whether you're looking for a rustic cabin, a spacious RV site, or a secluded tent camping spot, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with popular campsites like The Country, LLC and Beaver Lakes Campground LLC., you can trust that you'll have a fantastic camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, toilets, and campfires, and take part in exciting activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and climbing. With an average price per night of just $32 and options as low as $5, camping near Charleston, West Virginia has never been more affordable and pet-friendly!

95% (819)

Top-rated campgrounds

Shepherd’s View

2. Shepherd’s View

41mi from Charleston · 1 site · Lodging · Duck, WV
Welcome to our charming sheep farm retreat! As proud owners and stewards of this picturesque farm, we want to offer you a unique experience like no other. Relax in the backyard in comfy Adirondack chairs around a Crystal Fire table. You can also observe wildlife from our house's windows and deck. We're conveniently located 2 miles from the Elk River Trail, ideal for biking, hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking. We are 35 minutes from the Rail Explorers in Clay. The space: House is situated on the edge of a sheep farm in the woodlands of the Appalachain Mountains of West Virginia. 2 bedrooms are located upstairs. One bedroom has 2 twin beds and the other one has a queen size bed with a full bathroom in the hallway. The first level of the house has a kitchen, spacious dining area, living room, laundry room, a bedroom with a queen size bed that has a full bathroom adjacent to it just across the hall. All bedrooms have a 43" roku tv. No Smoking. We provide Starlink internet and Roku tv. Log into your own streaming services or take advantage of our complimentary Disney + and Paramount + subscriptions and the free channels that Roku has to offer. Guest access: All rooms of the house are accessible except for garages, enclosed porch, and storage closet. Other things to note: One of our most remarkable features is the spectacular sunset views we offer, which are renowned throughout Clay County. If you're keen on witnessing nature's daily masterpiece, please don't hesitate to notify us in advance so we can guide you to the prime vantage points on our property.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$200
 / night
Harper Road Hipcamp

3. Harper Road Hipcamp

43mi from Charleston · 1 site · RV · Surveyor, WV
Welcome to Harper Road Hipcamp, a simple and peaceful gravel lot located at the Surveyor Mini Mall — the perfect stop for travelers exploring southern West Virginia’s scenic mountain region. Just down the road from beautiful Lake Stephens, this easy-access spot offers a convenient place to park your camper, van, or small RV while you enjoy the area’s many nearby adventures. Within minutes, you’ll find local eateries in Glen Daniel, a scenic drive over Bolt Mountain, and quick access to Beckley for shopping, dining, and supplies — along with many other local attractions. You’ll be less than 30 minutes from Fayette County’s outdoor destinations, including world-famous spots like the New River Gorge Bridge, Grandview, and ACE Adventure Resort — perfect for hiking, rafting, or simply taking in the breathtaking Appalachian views. For a relaxing day by the water, Bluestone Lake and State Park are only about 40 minutes away. While you’re here, take time to visit the Upper Big Branch Miners Memorial in Whitesville — a moving tribute to the 29 miners who lost their lives in 2010 and a powerful reminder of the region’s deep coal-mining roots. This is a great overnight or weekend stop for travelers passing through or exploring the region. Enjoy a level gravel pad, easy in-and-out access, and the convenience of being roadside. Whether you’re road-tripping, camping on a budget, or just looking for a safe and simple place to rest, Harper Road Hipcamp offers a friendly and convenient base for your Appalachian adventure.
from 
$20
 / night
Ohio River Camping

4. Ohio River Camping

44mi from Charleston · 1 site · Tent · Racine, OH
Adventure Ohio, LLC At Adventure Ohio, we offer multiple camping options for you to choose from. Bring your own gear and set up at one of our riverfront primitive sites or our river-view site across the road. Enjoy beautiful river sunsets, access for paddleboarding and kayaking, fun swimming and rock jumping, campfires, and the peaceful rhythm of passing river barges. While a busy road passes through the property, most guests quickly tune out the traffic and instead become attuned to the whistle of the nearby lock, announcing the comings and goings of barges along the Ohio River. This is a family-owned property—my brother and his kids live on one end, and my mother lives on the other. Between them sits the Adventure Ohio campground, so there’s always someone around to help if you need anything. We also operate an Ohio River water guide company on-site. When available, you can rent kayaks, paddleboards, or river tubes during your stay for an additional fee. You’re also welcome to bring your own equipment. Things to Note Because this is a nature-based site, you may encounter bugs, mosquitoes, ticks, poison ivy, snakes (including the occasional copperhead), deer, raccoons, skunks, and other local wildlife. We do our best to keep poison ivy cleared from most areas and are continuously working on copperhead control as we encounter them. Please plan accordingly—bring bug spray, keep food secured from animals, and dress appropriately when walking in wooded areas to avoid poison ivy and snakes.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$35
 / night

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