The best waterside camping near Charleston

Looking to go camping near Charleston, West Virginia? Hipcamp has over 640 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. You can find campsites starting as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Looking for recommendations? Check out these top campsites: The Country, LLC (101 reviews), Beaver Lakes Campground LLC. (82 reviews), and Camp The New River, Blacksburg, VA (68 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, showers, and pet-friendly options, and activities like whitewater paddling, climbing, and historic sites, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Bare Cove

1. Bare Cove

39mi from Charleston · 70 sites · Tents, RVs · Millwood, WV

Bare Cove is a recreation lake with campsites. However, we are not your typical camp ground. We have no quiet hours, we do get loud and have a great time on the weekends. It’s not uncommon for beer pong or card games to go into the early hours. We are open to all ages and backgrounds, anybody that enjoys making friends and having fun on the lake. All guests must sign personal injury waivers to cover our 6. So about the property, it’s 120+ acres with a 5 acre man made lake that features blue waters, a beach area and tikibar. We have atv trails, private camp sites and group sites. Enjoy the day floating in the clear blue water, fishing (separate pond) or hiking. Our lake also features a launch pillow for blasting your friends up to 20 ft in the air! We do have large float's for rent, which are great for groups. Thanks for looking, would love to host you and your party out at the lake.

Beech Fork State Park

2. Beech Fork State Park

275 sites · Lavalette, West Virginia

Discover Beech Fork State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.

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Babcock State Park

3. Babcock State Park

65 sites · Thurmond, West Virginia

Discover Babcock State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.

Looking to go camping near Charleston, West Virginia? Hipcamp has over 640 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. You can find campsites starting as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Looking for recommendations? Check out these top campsites: The Country, LLC (101 reviews), Beaver Lakes Campground LLC. (82 reviews), and Camp The New River, Blacksburg, VA (68 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, showers, and pet-friendly options, and activities like whitewater paddling, climbing, and historic sites, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience!

97% (532)

Top-rated campgrounds

Bare Cove

1. Bare Cove

39mi from Charleston · 70 sites · Tents, RVs · Millwood, WV

Bare Cove is a recreation lake with campsites. However, we are not your typical camp ground. We have no quiet hours, we do get loud and have a great time on the weekends. It’s not uncommon for beer pong or card games to go into the early hours. We are open to all ages and backgrounds, anybody that enjoys making friends and having fun on the lake. All guests must sign personal injury waivers to cover our 6. So about the property, it’s 120+ acres with a 5 acre man made lake that features blue waters, a beach area and tikibar. We have atv trails, private camp sites and group sites. Enjoy the day floating in the clear blue water, fishing (separate pond) or hiking. Our lake also features a launch pillow for blasting your friends up to 20 ft in the air! We do have large float's for rent, which are great for groups. Thanks for looking, would love to host you and your party out at the lake.

Beech Fork State Park

2. Beech Fork State Park

275 sites · Lavalette, West Virginia

Discover Beech Fork State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.

Electrical Hookup

Babcock State Park

3. Babcock State Park

65 sites · Thurmond, West Virginia

Discover Babcock State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.

Public campgrounds near Charleston

Old Orchard Campground

Old Orchard Campground

39mi from Charleston · 49 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beech Fork State Park

Moxley Branch Campground

Moxley Branch Campground

39mi from Charleston · 87 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beech Fork State Park

Lakeview Campground

Lakeview Campground

39mi from Charleston · 51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beech Fork State Park

Four Coves Campground

Four Coves Campground

39mi from Charleston · 88 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beech Fork State Park

Glade Creek Grist Mill Cabin

Glade Creek Grist Mill Cabin

44mi from Charleston · 13 sites · in Babcock State Park

Babcock Campground

Babcock Campground

45mi from Charleston · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Babcock State Park

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Beech Fork State Park

Beech Fork State Park

Lavalette, West Virginia

Babcock State Park

Babcock State Park

Thurmond, West Virginia

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