The best waterside camping near Cheat Lake

Looking to go camping near Cheat Lake, West Virginia? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect campsite. With over 767 options in the area, you're sure to find the ideal spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with an average price per night of just $35 and options as low as $1, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews, like Camp Shenandoah Meadows (295 reviews), Traveler's Meadow (175 reviews), and Buffalo Gap Retreat and Camp (167 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and access to potable water. Plus, take advantage of the area's popular activities, including snow sports, horseback riding, and exploring historic sites. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience with Hipcamp!

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1. Red Run Cabin

28mi from Cheat Lake · 1 site · Lodging · Oakland, MD

Our cabin is located on Deep Creek Lake in Western Maryland where most of land is either State parks or forests because of its natural beauty and recreational value. The area is an all season resort where you can enjoy the lake and beach as well as various outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, sail boarding, hiking, and horseback riding most of the year. In winter with up to 100 inches of snow, you can ski, snow board, and tube at the near by Wisp Ski Resort or cross country ski at several State parks managed for it during winter. The fall is celebrated for the color change of the trees by the Fall Fest in mid October. Current renovations for 2025 include new flooring throughout, new base cabinets, and other minor improvements. Learn more about this land: Private on acre lot with lake views and on site access to the lake and beach. State parks and forests nearby with access to wilderness areas and many activities. Wisp ski area and Adventure Sports Center - down hill and cross country skiing.

Deep Creek Lake State Park

2. Deep Creek Lake State Park

104 sites · Oakland, Maryland

There’s plenty of fish in the, well... lake! As the name would suggest, Deep Creek Lake is most known for its water-related activities. Stocked with trout, walleye, bass, and yellow perch, fishers will certainly find a good catch. And with a 24-hour boat launch you have aquatic access mornin’, noon and night. If you decide to stay over, you’ve got a boatload of accommodation options, ranging from a primitive, forest structure to a glamped-out yurt to your trusty ol’ tent. Over 95% of the park consists of forest that has regenerated from the original stands of timber and transformed into an primo example of a maturing northern hardwood forest. Take a hike on Meadow Mountain and experience the peaceful beauty of this area for yourself.

Ryerson Station State Park

3. Ryerson Station State Park

44 sites · Wind Ridge, Pennsylvania

Discover Ryerson Station State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

New Germany State Park

4. New Germany State Park

58 sites · Jennings, Maryland

Whispered about as a “best kept secret” of the area, New Germany State Park is a mountain gem that is now yours to explore. Tucked away between the epic expanse of Big Savage Mountain and Meadow Mountain, this place is overflowing with lush, green beauty and forested goodness. Early settlers (from Germany, of course) found this place to be near and dear to heart, reminding them of their homelands—thus the name. There are 10 miles of trails that are just begging to be roamed, offering up scenic views of the diverse woodland here. There is also a small lake that is prime for fishing, dipping, and some classic canoeing. When your soul is begging to be unpluged from technology, this is the place to come. Escape from the busy city bustle for a bit and let the camp vibes roll soak in.

Big Run State Park

5. Big Run State Park

2 sites · Bloomington, Maryland

Ready to get wild ‘n out? Big Run is the ultimate rugged getaway. Located at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir, the park is a bomb semi-primitive base camp from which to explore the surrounding Savage River State Forest. You have easy access to fishing and boating on the reservoir, but keep it simple with non-motorized boats.Enjoy sweeping vistas and multiple creek crossings on the Monroe Run Trail, whose trailhead is next to campsite 62. At just under five miles, the trail runs along the old CCC road that connected the Savage River and Meadow Mountain camps in the 1930s. And be prepared for some seriously fierce natural beauty, especially if you visit in the fall. The surrounding mountain ridges offer a spectacular display of changing colors.

Blackwater Falls State Park

6. Blackwater Falls State Park

104 sites · Davis, West Virginia

Scenic waterfalls, forested mountains, and amber waters make photo magic at Blackwater Falls.

Looking to go camping near Cheat Lake, West Virginia? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect campsite. With over 767 options in the area, you're sure to find the ideal spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with an average price per night of just $35 and options as low as $1, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews, like Camp Shenandoah Meadows (295 reviews), Traveler's Meadow (175 reviews), and Buffalo Gap Retreat and Camp (167 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and access to potable water. Plus, take advantage of the area's popular activities, including snow sports, horseback riding, and exploring historic sites. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience with Hipcamp!

97% (1.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Dining and Kitchen Area

1. Red Run Cabin

28mi from Cheat Lake · 1 site · Lodging · Oakland, MD

Our cabin is located on Deep Creek Lake in Western Maryland where most of land is either State parks or forests because of its natural beauty and recreational value. The area is an all season resort where you can enjoy the lake and beach as well as various outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, sail boarding, hiking, and horseback riding most of the year. In winter with up to 100 inches of snow, you can ski, snow board, and tube at the near by Wisp Ski Resort or cross country ski at several State parks managed for it during winter. The fall is celebrated for the color change of the trees by the Fall Fest in mid October. Current renovations for 2025 include new flooring throughout, new base cabinets, and other minor improvements. Learn more about this land: Private on acre lot with lake views and on site access to the lake and beach. State parks and forests nearby with access to wilderness areas and many activities. Wisp ski area and Adventure Sports Center - down hill and cross country skiing.

Deep Creek Lake State Park

2. Deep Creek Lake State Park

104 sites · Oakland, Maryland

There’s plenty of fish in the, well... lake! As the name would suggest, Deep Creek Lake is most known for its water-related activities. Stocked with trout, walleye, bass, and yellow perch, fishers will certainly find a good catch. And with a 24-hour boat launch you have aquatic access mornin’, noon and night. If you decide to stay over, you’ve got a boatload of accommodation options, ranging from a primitive, forest structure to a glamped-out yurt to your trusty ol’ tent. Over 95% of the park consists of forest that has regenerated from the original stands of timber and transformed into an primo example of a maturing northern hardwood forest. Take a hike on Meadow Mountain and experience the peaceful beauty of this area for yourself.

Ryerson Station State Park

3. Ryerson Station State Park

44 sites · Wind Ridge, Pennsylvania

Discover Ryerson Station State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

New Germany State Park

4. New Germany State Park

58 sites · Jennings, Maryland

Whispered about as a “best kept secret” of the area, New Germany State Park is a mountain gem that is now yours to explore. Tucked away between the epic expanse of Big Savage Mountain and Meadow Mountain, this place is overflowing with lush, green beauty and forested goodness. Early settlers (from Germany, of course) found this place to be near and dear to heart, reminding them of their homelands—thus the name. There are 10 miles of trails that are just begging to be roamed, offering up scenic views of the diverse woodland here. There is also a small lake that is prime for fishing, dipping, and some classic canoeing. When your soul is begging to be unpluged from technology, this is the place to come. Escape from the busy city bustle for a bit and let the camp vibes roll soak in.

Big Run State Park

5. Big Run State Park

2 sites · Bloomington, Maryland

Ready to get wild ‘n out? Big Run is the ultimate rugged getaway. Located at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir, the park is a bomb semi-primitive base camp from which to explore the surrounding Savage River State Forest. You have easy access to fishing and boating on the reservoir, but keep it simple with non-motorized boats.Enjoy sweeping vistas and multiple creek crossings on the Monroe Run Trail, whose trailhead is next to campsite 62. At just under five miles, the trail runs along the old CCC road that connected the Savage River and Meadow Mountain camps in the 1930s. And be prepared for some seriously fierce natural beauty, especially if you visit in the fall. The surrounding mountain ridges offer a spectacular display of changing colors.

Blackwater Falls State Park

6. Blackwater Falls State Park

104 sites · Davis, West Virginia

Scenic waterfalls, forested mountains, and amber waters make photo magic at Blackwater Falls.

Public campgrounds near Cheat Lake

Deep Creek Lake Campground

Deep Creek Lake Campground

26mi from Cheat Lake · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in Deep Creek Lake State Park

Polly Hill Campground

Polly Hill Campground

35mi from Cheat Lake · 44 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ryerson Station State Park

New Germany Campground

New Germany Campground

39mi from Cheat Lake · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in New Germany State Park

Big Run Campground

Big Run Campground

39mi from Cheat Lake · 2 sites · in Big Run State Park

Blackwater Falls Campground

Blackwater Falls Campground

43mi from Cheat Lake · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in Blackwater Falls State Park

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

Deep Creek Lake State Park

Deep Creek Lake State Park

Oakland, Maryland

Ryerson Station State Park

Ryerson Station State Park

Wind Ridge, Pennsylvania

New Germany State Park

New Germany State Park

Jennings, Maryland

Big Run State Park

Big Run State Park

Bloomington, Maryland

Blackwater Falls State Park

Blackwater Falls State Park

Davis, West Virginia

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