The best waterfall campgrounds near Charleston, West Virginia

Looking to camp near Charleston, West Virginia and chase waterfalls? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 300 options in the area, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you prefer a cozy tent nestled in the woods or a rustic cabin with a view, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Coon Creek Cove (61 reviews), Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly (47 reviews), and Camp Holly (35 reviews). With amenities such as campfires, potable water, and showers, and activities like fishing, biking, and whitewater paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $10, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp near Charleston, West Virginia and chase waterfalls? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 300 options in the area, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you prefer a cozy tent nestled in the woods or a rustic cabin with a view, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Coon Creek Cove (61 reviews), Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly (47 reviews), and Camp Holly (35 reviews). With amenities such as campfires, potable water, and showers, and activities like fishing, biking, and whitewater paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $10, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

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35mi from Charleston · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · Summersville, WV

What says agritourism more than a primitive campground on a sheep farm in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia? Here you’re only a short drive from the New River Gorge National Park where you can go whitewater rafting or take a hike and experience the stunning beauty of the gorge, swim or paddleboard in Summersville Lake or go rock climbing on one of around 150 routes on the crags of the lake. In addition, you’ll be within walking distance of the Gauley River with all it’s wild untamed beauty where you can kayak, swim, fish, paddleboard, or splash in a waterfall. Not to mention being on a sheep farm, you can have the opportunity to learn about wool and wool processing. You can even learn how to felt wool and take home your creation! The Tawney Farm is a small-scale wool sheep farm adjacent to the beautiful Gauley River National Recreation Area and just a short drive to the New River Gorge National Park. Our farm lies nestled in between two beautiful mountains, one of them named Panther Mountain, in the Gauley River gorge. Here we raise Merino and Jacob sheep. Our farm is also home to a miniature horse and chickens. In addition to the NRG and Summersville Lake and Dam, also close by are Carnifex Ferry Battleground State Park where you can see where a crucial civil war battle took place, as well as Babcock State Park with its iconic grist mill and waterfall. We provide 7 sites on our farm for every camping style, from dry RV to tent, each with a table, fire pit and grill. All sites are spaciously separate from one another for privacy and perfect for couples who want to get away from it all, or for families or groups of friends who want to reconnect and catch up. Clean portajohns are provided as well as a common area with a dishwashing station and a "to die for" outdoor hot water shower (above-freezing temperatures permitting)!

2. Coon Creek Cove Hideaway

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49mi from Charleston · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Gassaway, WV

Welcome to Our Homestead Campground! Our secluded 80-acre farm is nestled in a valley between three mountains, where two babbling creeks meet—over two miles from the nearest residence. We raise chickens, ducks, and pigs while practicing permaculture and organic farming, using solar energy for parts of our operation. Enjoy the peace and quiet of our hideaway with modern conveniences like electricity and internet. We’re happy to share our homestead lifestyle or simply provide a quiet place for you to relax. Camp at the Main Circle near our home trailer, cabana, and bonfire area, with access to electricity and Wi-Fi. For a more rustic experience, Kolb Field offers a peaceful spot along Coon Creek, shaded by a majestic walnut tree. You’re also welcome to camp almost anywhere on the property to find your perfect spot. A lightly traveled public dirt road runs through our property. While an SUV or 4x4 is recommended, regular cars can access the site, and we have parking for standard vehicles. Please check with us in advance if you plan to bring an RV. Our farm is a great destination for overland camping—perfect for getting your truck a little dirty! We are cautiously dog-friendly. Our farm dogs patrol the property to protect our free-roaming animals, so visiting dogs must be well-behaved, leashed, and comfortable around other animals. If you're unsure about compatibility, please reach out for advice. Our dogs will come to your camp to "check you out". If your dog has a problem with other dogs that are new to them you must let us know so we can control our dogs. We have had people come with problem dogs and not tell us so, we are asking for a $1 extra that we now require as a pet fee. While you're here, visit our local businesses in Gassaway. At Bigfoot Braxxie's Bikes, you can rent a bike and explore the 40-mile Elk River Rail Trail. Trailhead Farm Meats & More offers our farm-raised, all-natural meats and other local products. For instant or same-day bookings, please note that we may not always be available to respond immediately, but our directions are accurate. If you don’t hear from us right away, you’re still welcome to come and enjoy your stay. We look forward to hosting you and sharing the beauty of our homestead!

3. 5 Leaf Farm

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19mi from Charleston · 5 sites · Lodging · Walton, WV

This area was known by the Native Americans as "Pocatalico" (land of the fat doe), and first settled by Europeans around 1890. The property itself was first settled by a man named Mayford Jones, who set the first stones here around 1910. A Jenny Lynn style farmhouse was built and the property was known as one of the best developed farms in the area. Today, the forest has returned to what was once pasture land on the majority of the 100 acre plot, and a small but intensive sustainable forest farm has been taking shape since 2013 under the current host and occupant, who prefers the term "steward" rather than "owner".

4. Walnut Falls Escape

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40mi from Charleston · 1 site · Lodging · Athalia, OH

Our name, "Walnut Falls Escape," was inspired by the abundance of black walnut trees that grace the property. The word "Falls" highlights the stunning 30 foot waterfall nestled within the landscape. Finally, "Escape" reflects the opportunity to leave behind the busyness of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serenity and peacefulness that define Walnut Falls Escape.

5. Riders Retreat at Romans Branch

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48mi from Charleston · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Dunlow, WV

Explore 120 acres of tranquil scenery with nature trails, majestic rock outcroppings, and the serene Romans Branch stream. Camp with electric/water or go primitive near Cabwaylingo State Forest and the Outlaw Trails for top ATV adventures!

Stories from the community

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Angel

2 weeks ago

4 nights at Walnut Falls Escape

Highly recommend! This cabin is perfect. Not only is it beautiful, but it is clean and fully stocked with anything you might need. The wood burning stove keeps it incredibly warm and cozy in the winter. The property surrounding the cabin is beyond beautiful! There are hiking trails and a stream that can be heard from the cabin's porch. The site is very private and quiet. I also can't say enough good things about the host Craig! Incredibly nice, quick to respond, and willing to whatever to make your trip perfect. I can't wait to go back!!!

Bryan

November 2025

7 nights at Walnut Falls Escape

Perfect spot to get away from it all. Awesome property and cabin was very cozy. Loved the woods stove and furniture was comfortable

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Joe

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Walnut Falls Escape

Fantastic! Despite some of the drawbacks others have noted, my now fiance and I had a great time! I booked this cabin because of the incredible privacy, and mainly to propose in Hocking Hills! (She said yes 😎) Craig was a very nice host and made sure the cabin was well stocked. Despite no running water it had everything you could think to need, and overall you can tell the cabin was built with safety/comfort in mind. We will definitely be staying here again! Thanks Craig!

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Holly

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Walnut Falls Escape

Super cool spot! Very private and quiet. Has everything you need. I would definitely visit again!

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Dillon

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coon Creek Cove Hideaway

Nik and Beth were very accommodating and have a wonderful property to camp on. As hosts, they made us feel right at home and made sure we had everything we needed. I would highly recommend spending the night at their farm!

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Ryan

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Coon Creek Cove Hideaway

Coon Creek Cove is a wonderful place to get away and recharge out in some nature. The space is very nice for a small camper like our teardrop or a tent. I wouldn’t bring any kind of large RV as the road getting into their valley is very tight with several switchbacks. Nick is an incredible host who showed us right to our site, checked up on us and always asked if we needed anything. The space is well maintained and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed hearing the rooster crow at all hours of the day.

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David

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Walnut Falls Escape

Craig’s Cabin was awesome, it is a bit of a hike in but to be only 5 minutes from a shore and 12 minutes from town while being surrounded completely by nature with no neighbors to mind is wonderful. If you want nature with peace and quite Craig has done an amazing job! The cabin is comfortable and cozy with plenty of room, everything you need and nothing you don’t. Last but not least… Holy crap Craig is amazing! Friendly, responsive, helpful, and a very down to earth host that makes you feel welcome!

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Coral

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

We had a wonderful stay with a group of 9 friends! The farm is quiet, secluded, and so peaceful! It’s walking distance to the Gauley, and one of our days we spent floating in the river as the season hasn’t begun yet. The facilities were really clean, especially for portable toilets. Overall would highly recommend!!

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Jenna

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

Susan’s spot was awesome! Very secluded, and quiet. The added amenities make this site a must when visiting the NRG and Gauley River. We will definitely be back!

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leah

August 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5 Leaf Farm

The land surrounding is beautiful, host was quick to respond to our questions, treehouse and bathroom were very clean!

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ayla

August 2025

1 night at 5 Leaf Farm

We had a great stay at the treehouse. Rob, the host welcomed us and made sure we had everything we needed. Our bed was comfortable and the toilet/shower area was within feet. We enjoyed spending time in the hammocks beneath the treehouse and the artisian drinking water provided was most refreshing. The property is very peaceful and we enjoyed the walk through the woods to the waterfall area. The dogs and cats on staff were spot on as well. We would definitely return and highly reccommend.

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Avery

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

VERY nice area for those who prefer primitive! We LOVED our stay and will definitely be back. Great hosts, great property, great time! Just be warned, the drive to the property is not for the faint of heart-we were in a 4x4, it was fine. Our friends took a 4 door car, it wasn’t so pleasant for the car lol

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Taylor

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

This was a great space and the host was super nice. They've put a lot of thought into it. I'd definitely recommend it for a group of friends who all want to tent camp. The only thing I would cautions is for RVs or trailers. The actual camp site is more than big enough to accommodate one, that's not a problem. But the road to get to it is a windy, hilly dirt road that is barely a lane wide, despite having two way traffic. We had a relatively small travel trailer pulled behind a 4Runner and it was still very sketchy trying to navigate it to the camp site. There were a few times where we came around a corner and were almost hit by someone going way too fast for a road like that, and a couple of times that we almost fell off the road completely trying to get over far enough so someone could pass us. Maybe if you're a very experienced tower it wouldn't be an issue, but for us it was white knuckle the whole time. Just something to think about. But everything else about it was great!

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William

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

Great location with the river and an amazing waterfall 10 min away. Amazing hosts and the lots were perfect.

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Nick

June 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Coon Creek Cove Hideaway

Absolutely loved it, would come agiain. Weren't to far from everything we wanted to see

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Codie

June 2025

With pets

3 nights at 5 Leaf Farm

Amazingly beautiful location! The waterfall and cove area was a short hike away from the main house, and is totally worth going to even when it's just a trickle. There are a lot of carpenter bees and wasps living in the treehouse, but no one got stung and we coexisted well. Just something to think about if you are afraid of flying, stinging insects. The shower in the bathhouse is great, and the camping toilet worked well enough. Rob is a great host! He was communicative and always answered our questions quickly. The farm dogs are friendly and adorable, but will rush your car to greet you which might be overwhelming to some dogs. Totally would recommend staying here overall.

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Chase

June 2025

Tent

3 nights at Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

SUCH an awesome stay. Susan and James are just the best. Lovely location and amenities. The wool class was so much fun for my gf!! But please be aware, SO many bugs up by the creek!

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brandon

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 5 Leaf Farm

All around wonderful experience! The tree house was so much fun and has a very nice spot to relax underneath! The puppies are very good company as well!

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Jessica

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tawney Farm's Wild & Woolly

We had the most peaceful stay here. The campsite is big and away from all the other sites. The port a John’s are very clean. The hosts are so friendly and fun to chat with. I love how off the grid the place is too. Was nice to be forced to be off our phones and just enjoy nature. While it was off the grid, it was still just a relatively short drive to state parks and several hiking trails. A definite place to stay for primitive camping.

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Michaela

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Walnut Falls Escape

We had such a great stay at this peaceful off-grid cabin in the woods. It was quiet, relaxing, and the perfect place to unplug. Our dog loved roaming around and exploring—definitely pet-friendly! Craig was a fantastic host and made sure we had all the info we needed before arrival. Just a heads-up: bring bug spray! We’re already planning our next trip back.