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Top-rated campgrounds near Fairmont
Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Camp
1. Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Camp
97%
(1012)
40mi from Fairmont · 33 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌲 Welcome to Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground 🌲
Nestled in the forests of Tucker County, WV near Monongahela National Forest, our 35-acre riverside retreat features 2,100 feet of stunning Dry Fork River frontage, winding trails, and year-round outdoor adventure.
🏕 Stay your way with 15 unique campsites (each with slabwood benches and firepits), 5 rustic 10x12 cabin shelters (lockable, bring your own padlock), 10 scenic RV sites (4 with electric/water hookups, 6 for boon-docking), and exciting new additions for 2025 / 2026!
🌟 Featured Premium Stays 🌟
🛶 Riverfront Group Sites
• RF1 – Private forest site for 8–12 with canopy space, firepit, river trail
• RF2 – Open riverfront site for 10–16 with epic views
• RF3 – Hammock grove by the river for 10–16, sand & rocks
🏡 New Deluxe Cabins
• Cabin D1 – Sleeps 6, mossy boulders, king + bunks, forest trail to river
• Cabin B1 – Cozy cabin for 5, ancient forest setting, firepit
🚌 C1 – Boho Bus Village (Sleeps 8–16)
Two vibrantly painted vintage buses with 4 queen bunks, tent area, firepit, and garden
🔥 Tipi Stargazing Camp – (8–25 guests)
18-ft tipi with woodstove, LED lights, 4 cots, fire circle – perfect for group retreats!
🚣 Kayak from the Dry Fork to the Black Fork, stroll the Hendricks Swinging Bridge, or explore Fernow Experimental Forest nearby. Bring your bikes, tubes, snorkels, and hiking boots!
💧Spring water, clean porta-potties, charging area at office cabin and 24/7 coffee pavilion. Parsons is just 4 miles away for supplies and coffee.
🎟 Self-check-in starts at noon. Book now—our newest premium sites fill fast!
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Electrical hookup
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from
$24
/ night
Private Riverside Retreat
2. Private Riverside Retreat
96%
(24)
48mi from Fairmont · 1 site
Immerse yourself in nature at our Riverside Retreat situated on the Middle Yough River and Great Allegheny Passage Trail. Our expansive private campsite allows you to pitch tents directly on the river bank, down the river hill out of sight from passing cyclists.
Our property borders the GAP bike trail for easy access to premiere cycling. Ride your bike 1 mile upstream to the town of Confluence and the Youghiogheny River Lake Dam, or 9 miles downstream to enjoy extensive outdoor activities in the town of Ohiopyle. Experience first class year round trout fishing just a few steps into the river where beautiful rainbow and brown trout thrive. Wildlife sightings are common at the campsite where you can spot ducks, ospreys, bald eagles, and river otters. Family friendly activities abound, such as water play in the river and train watching the historic B&O railroad, an active cargo train line across the river.
Boating enthusiasts will enjoy easy river access for recreational paddling directly off the campsite, while more adventurous boaters can challenge themselves further downstream with renowned whitewater paddling on the Middle and Lower Yough. Tubing is also a popular activity on our calm section of the river.
Explore interesting sites a short drive away, such as Fallingwater, Ohiopyle State Park, Fort Necessity National Battlefield, and Laurel Caverns. Pay a visit to the quaint town of Confluence to stock up on all your provisions and essentials just one mile from the campsite.
Enjoy the best of both worlds: the seclusion of a private campsite immersed in nature, combined with convenient amenities. Spread out your tents along the river, utilize your private porta potty, use the fire pit to cook under the stars, and enjoy direct river access. Parking is conveniently located just uphill from your campsite, overlooking the river.
Experience everything the Laurel Highlands has to offer at our Riverside Retreat!
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$35
/ night
Red Run Cabin
3. Red Run Cabin
100%
(1)
41mi from Fairmont · 1 site
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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$277
/ night
Tygart Lake State Park
4. Tygart Lake State Park
State park 14mi from Fairmont · 40 sites
Discover Tygart Lake State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Audra State Park
5. Audra State Park
100%
(1)
State park 30mi from Fairmont · 67 sites
Discover the rustic charm of Audra State Park's riverside camping.
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Ryerson Station State Park
6. Ryerson Station State Park
State park 32mi from Fairmont · 44 sites
Discover Ryerson Station State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.
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Toilets
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Monongahela National Forest
7. Monongahela National Forest
96%
(52)
National forest 66mi from Fairmont · 599 sites
John Denver knew there was something special about West Virginia and today you can let those country roads take you home to Monongahela National Forest! A super lush and diverse forest awaits hikers and bikers at Smoke Hole Canyon, where a misty morning fog will greet you along the river. Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks are highly skilled routes for rock climbers wanting a challenge or photographers wanting that perfect panoramic shot! Fish or canoe down the Potomac or meander down the Highland Scenic Byway, there are plenty of campgrounds or overnight forest adventures to keep you here til the moonshine has run dry! Monongahela produces a special kind of mountain majesty, bring your mountain mama self out and explore for yourself!
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Herrington Manor State Park
8. Herrington Manor State Park
State park 37mi from Fairmont · 20 sites
Discover Herrington Manor State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.
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Swallow Falls State Park
9. Swallow Falls State Park
100%
(6)
State park 39mi from Fairmont · 63 sites
Waterfalls and whitewater rapids lie along the wild Youghiogheny River in this Maryland park.
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Deep Creek Lake State Park
10. Deep Creek Lake State Park
88%
(5)
State park 40mi from Fairmont · 104 sites
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park
11. Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park
State park 41mi from Fairmont · 46 sites
Enjoy a lakeside campground and access to a resort at Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Blackwater Falls State Park
12. Blackwater Falls State Park
95%
(11)
State park 43mi from Fairmont · 104 sites
Scenic waterfalls, forested mountains, and amber waters make photo magic at Blackwater Falls.
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Youghiogheny River Lake
13. Youghiogheny River Lake
100%
(3)
Park 47mi from Fairmont · 164 sites
Got Trout? If not, best head to the heart of the Laurel Highlands to the Youghiogheny River Lake. This 16-mile length channel provides some of the best fishing, powerboat’n, and water skiing in the state. Halfway between Pittsburgh and D.C. this is your lake to beat the heat. So grab your ice chest, fishing rod, and some binoculars and get ready to view (and live) the wild life. Good times never get old.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
99% (665) • 26 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fairmont
Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Camp
1. Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Camp
97%
(1012)
40mi from Fairmont · 33 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌲 Welcome to Brooklyn Heights Riverfront Campground 🌲
Nestled in the forests of Tucker County, WV near Monongahela National Forest, our 35-acre riverside retreat features 2,100 feet of stunning Dry Fork River frontage, winding trails, and year-round outdoor adventure.
🏕 Stay your way with 15 unique campsites (each with slabwood benches and firepits), 5 rustic 10x12 cabin shelters (lockable, bring your own padlock), 10 scenic RV sites (4 with electric/water hookups, 6 for boon-docking), and exciting new additions for 2025 / 2026!
🌟 Featured Premium Stays 🌟
🛶 Riverfront Group Sites
• RF1 – Private forest site for 8–12 with canopy space, firepit, river trail
• RF2 – Open riverfront site for 10–16 with epic views
• RF3 – Hammock grove by the river for 10–16, sand & rocks
🏡 New Deluxe Cabins
• Cabin D1 – Sleeps 6, mossy boulders, king + bunks, forest trail to river
• Cabin B1 – Cozy cabin for 5, ancient forest setting, firepit
🚌 C1 – Boho Bus Village (Sleeps 8–16)
Two vibrantly painted vintage buses with 4 queen bunks, tent area, firepit, and garden
🔥 Tipi Stargazing Camp – (8–25 guests)
18-ft tipi with woodstove, LED lights, 4 cots, fire circle – perfect for group retreats!
🚣 Kayak from the Dry Fork to the Black Fork, stroll the Hendricks Swinging Bridge, or explore Fernow Experimental Forest nearby. Bring your bikes, tubes, snorkels, and hiking boots!
💧Spring water, clean porta-potties, charging area at office cabin and 24/7 coffee pavilion. Parsons is just 4 miles away for supplies and coffee.
🎟 Self-check-in starts at noon. Book now—our newest premium sites fill fast!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
Private Riverside Retreat
2. Private Riverside Retreat
96%
(24)
48mi from Fairmont · 1 site
Immerse yourself in nature at our Riverside Retreat situated on the Middle Yough River and Great Allegheny Passage Trail. Our expansive private campsite allows you to pitch tents directly on the river bank, down the river hill out of sight from passing cyclists.
Our property borders the GAP bike trail for easy access to premiere cycling. Ride your bike 1 mile upstream to the town of Confluence and the Youghiogheny River Lake Dam, or 9 miles downstream to enjoy extensive outdoor activities in the town of Ohiopyle. Experience first class year round trout fishing just a few steps into the river where beautiful rainbow and brown trout thrive. Wildlife sightings are common at the campsite where you can spot ducks, ospreys, bald eagles, and river otters. Family friendly activities abound, such as water play in the river and train watching the historic B&O railroad, an active cargo train line across the river.
Boating enthusiasts will enjoy easy river access for recreational paddling directly off the campsite, while more adventurous boaters can challenge themselves further downstream with renowned whitewater paddling on the Middle and Lower Yough. Tubing is also a popular activity on our calm section of the river.
Explore interesting sites a short drive away, such as Fallingwater, Ohiopyle State Park, Fort Necessity National Battlefield, and Laurel Caverns. Pay a visit to the quaint town of Confluence to stock up on all your provisions and essentials just one mile from the campsite.
Enjoy the best of both worlds: the seclusion of a private campsite immersed in nature, combined with convenient amenities. Spread out your tents along the river, utilize your private porta potty, use the fire pit to cook under the stars, and enjoy direct river access. Parking is conveniently located just uphill from your campsite, overlooking the river.
Experience everything the Laurel Highlands has to offer at our Riverside Retreat!
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$35
/ night
Red Run Cabin
3. Red Run Cabin
100%
(1)
41mi from Fairmont · 1 site
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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$277
/ night
Tygart Lake State Park
4. Tygart Lake State Park
State park 14mi from Fairmont · 40 sites
Discover Tygart Lake State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Audra State Park
5. Audra State Park
100%
(1)
State park 30mi from Fairmont · 67 sites
Discover the rustic charm of Audra State Park's riverside camping.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Ryerson Station State Park
6. Ryerson Station State Park
State park 32mi from Fairmont · 44 sites
Discover Ryerson Station State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Monongahela National Forest
7. Monongahela National Forest
96%
(52)
National forest 66mi from Fairmont · 599 sites
John Denver knew there was something special about West Virginia and today you can let those country roads take you home to Monongahela National Forest! A super lush and diverse forest awaits hikers and bikers at Smoke Hole Canyon, where a misty morning fog will greet you along the river. Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks are highly skilled routes for rock climbers wanting a challenge or photographers wanting that perfect panoramic shot! Fish or canoe down the Potomac or meander down the Highland Scenic Byway, there are plenty of campgrounds or overnight forest adventures to keep you here til the moonshine has run dry! Monongahela produces a special kind of mountain majesty, bring your mountain mama self out and explore for yourself!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Herrington Manor State Park
8. Herrington Manor State Park
State park 37mi from Fairmont · 20 sites
Discover Herrington Manor State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.
Pets
Campfires
Swallow Falls State Park
9. Swallow Falls State Park
100%
(6)
State park 39mi from Fairmont · 63 sites
Waterfalls and whitewater rapids lie along the wild Youghiogheny River in this Maryland park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Deep Creek Lake State Park
10. Deep Creek Lake State Park
88%
(5)
State park 40mi from Fairmont · 104 sites
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park
11. Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park
State park 41mi from Fairmont · 46 sites
Enjoy a lakeside campground and access to a resort at Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Blackwater Falls State Park
12. Blackwater Falls State Park
95%
(11)
State park 43mi from Fairmont · 104 sites
Scenic waterfalls, forested mountains, and amber waters make photo magic at Blackwater Falls.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Youghiogheny River Lake
13. Youghiogheny River Lake
100%
(3)
Park 47mi from Fairmont · 164 sites
Got Trout? If not, best head to the heart of the Laurel Highlands to the Youghiogheny River Lake. This 16-mile length channel provides some of the best fishing, powerboat’n, and water skiing in the state. Halfway between Pittsburgh and D.C. this is your lake to beat the heat. So grab your ice chest, fishing rod, and some binoculars and get ready to view (and live) the wild life. Good times never get old.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Chelsea
3 weeks ago
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had a lot of fun with our dogs. Vincent was very friendly and helpful, campgrounds were secluded and quiet.
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Amber
October 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Beautiful, peaceful spot! Conveniently located near the town of Parsons for quick runs to the gas station, McDonald’s, or Dollar General, yet still close to scenic nature trails and Blackwater Falls State Park. I felt very welcomed, and my space was respected throughout my stay. Plus, you can even bring your fur babies! I’ll definitely be back.
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Eliza
October 2025
32 ft Class C
With pets
Wonderful set up. Very friendly owner. Had a great time can’t wait to go back.
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Jacob
October 2025
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Thomas
October 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
We are fortunate enough to start our camping adventures on Sunday nights. There have been only a couple of other guests here since we got here on Sunday. It is raining today, but very enjoyable. We got to cook breakfast over the campfire and we’ll just improvise this evening. This place is real getting back to nature. It’s good to just enjoy the quiet of nature. This is our second trip to this campground we rate it pretty high.
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Phillip
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Just a great time. Our party of five enjoyed the views, the river and just every part of it. The communication and instructions from the host was impeccable. Highly recommended!
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Tracy
October 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
Nice stop in the woods along river. We stayed in an RV Spot that had electric and fresh mountain water if you needed it. The Grounds are spread out well. Its more for tents and boondoockers. Would suggest to come with full fresh water tanks and empty gray and black before coming. The road to the campground is a bit narrow, curvy, but doable. Be prepared to move over at times to let a cars pass opposite direction. We had a 25ft Class C. All in all it was quiet at night. The river was low but I suspect some good fishing during stock time.
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October 2025
Tent
Outstanding time. Great location, beautiful views. Communication and instructions from the host was superb. Would highly recommend this spot!!
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Arthur
October 2025
17 ft travel trailer
Friendly owners and workers. If you need anything ask Vince or Jim! Always around to help. Spacious spot for our 17 foot RV and truck. RV1. So much to do within the area for your day trips. Some two hours away but worth the trip. Some half hour away and great too! Plan a week to see it all! Cute buses you can rent and a tipi (tee pee). Which is awesome!!
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Michael
September 2025
22 ft travel trailer
Great location, great people, great campsite! We will be back!
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Trudy
September 2025
Tent
Wonderful camping spot a stone's throw from the Yough and bike trail!
Lots of shade and space to relax.
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Autumn
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Wonderful experience on Craig's land! The whole time was as close to perfect as possible - perfect weather, cool evenings/mornings that caused a beautiful fog resting on the water, that dissipated as you finished your morning coffee. Nice sized lot that can accommodate larger groups but just as perfect for a solo camper like me!
Loved having the trains so close (they can be quite loud but I absolutely loved it) and the clear water right there for fishing, kayaking. My favorite so far, I can't wait to go back!
PS (this is not a complaint, just an FYI) - T-mobile service is not really existent at the site, but Verizon is good. Just FYI.
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Matthew
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Great spot near the Cheat River. We stayed at one of the primitive sites with our dog. In the mornings, we'd walk directly to the river for a cold bath and some dog splashing then go on long walks at the end of the day up and down the very rural country road along the Cheat (experienced no traffic on a 2 hour walk other than a four-wheeler). The port-o-potty was the cleanest I've ever been in (and I've been in a lot...), and there was even some air freshener provided. The campsites are close to one another, so it's not the most private, but there were only a few people there during our stay. If you're looking for a place for social camping, I bet Brooklyn Heights would be a fun place to go in the summer when it's full.
Though we didn't avail ourselves of it, there was a nice tent-covered cafe near the firewood station; there were even tables and chairs provided within so you could sit and have a chat before you meet the day. Very nice. We'll definitely be going back and might think about staying in one of the dwellings if we stay for longer than two nights. Those looked very cozy and convenient and private.
Great camping spot. And Vincent is clearly very conscious of keeping the campsite in good order (thanks, V). Lovely place with lots of small towns nearby and great hiking. Our dog loved it, as did we.
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Steph
September 2025
Tent
With pets
This place is perfect! Craig is so easy to get ahold of with any questions and quick to respond. We loved our stay at his amazing campsite and plan to come back and stay again for sure! The site is right next to the river, has plenty of space for multiple tents and dogs. The fire pit comes ready with a grate on it. He has wood available at the site. We tried our hand at fishing, but didnt catch anything. Either way, it was a very amazing river campsite. There is a train that passes by occasionally on the other side of the river, but that was no bother to us. We cant wait to go back!
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Sarah
September 2025
Tent
With pets
The place was just what we were looking for. On the site there was a lot of flat space to put our tent or walk, the fire pit had a variety of grills you could use for easy cooking, and there was a perfect view of the water which was relaxing. It was a great place to bring our dogs. Picnic tables were also definitely handy. The site was down far enough from road to be quiet and private, and the train tracks across the river didn't bother us at all. The porta-john was very clean and stocked with toilet paper. And it was really nice to be able to buy firewood there and pay with Venmo (when our cell reception worked). The owner was great with communication. Highly recommend staying there, we will be back.
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Robert
September 2025
Tent
This is one of my favorite camp spots in all of the Ohiopyle and I would highly recommend it to anybody who may be considering staying here. 5/5
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Adam
September 2025
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
Down a narrow WV road which hugs the riverbanks of the Dry Fork River, we found one of the most quiet campgrounds we have visited in a while. The sites were well maintained and easy to access with my small micro camper. We had nightly bonfires at the riverbank fire pits--listening to the gentle flow of the river and stargazing between the trees.
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Jason
September 2025
Tent
Beautiful place to spend the long weekend! Thank you for hosting Vincent and to Joe for the Autumn olive berries! We had another beautiful weekend there and it happened to be perfect weather! We even got to do a float across from our campsite and get some sun and water fun. Refreshing!
Thanks for the wonderful stay
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Cristina
September 2025
25 ft Class C
Friendly host, very nice camping experience with my husband close to the river. We really love it.
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Adam
August 2025
20 ft Class B
With pets
Fantastic camping for both primitive tent camping and RVs with power and non-potable water hook-ups. There are also both charcoal and gas grills available and a community fire pit.
The campsites have fire rings and there is more than enough wood to buy at a ridiculously low price. The privy’s were the nicest I’ve seen anywhere, cleaned weekly, and complete with air fresheners. More permanent facilities are coming this winter.
The campsites are located along the river and are somewhat private, roomy, flat and let you relax and enjoy your trip.
Vincent couldn’t have been a better host. He was friendly, attentive, available, everything you could ask for in a host and more. I enjoyed speaking with him and learning about Brooklyn Heights. His directions and messaging couldn’t have been more clear.
There’s the Brooklyn Heights bridge about a half mile down the road which you can cross and takes you right onto the Allegheny trail, which goes for miles.
Parsons, WV is a short drive should you need any last minute items, the town appeared to have pretty much what you would need.
Already planning another trip to see Vincent and Brooklyn Heights!
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