The best ranch campgrounds near Keyser, West Virginia

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a camping experience near Keyser, West Virginia with a ranch-style terrain, you're in luck. We have over 192 options available that cater specifically to your preference. With an average price per night of $60 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. For top campsites, be sure to check out Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch (137 reviews), and Hawk Nest Mushroom Farm (126 reviews). And don't worry about amenities, our popular campsites offer showers, toilets, and campfires. If you're into biking, off-roading (OHV), or wildlife watching, you'll find plenty of activities to enjoy during your camping adventure. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Keyser

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a camping experience near Keyser, West Virginia with a ranch-style terrain, you're in luck. We have over 192 options available that cater specifically to your preference. With an average price per night of $60 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. For top campsites, be sure to check out Private Farm Minutes to Cville (354 reviews), Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch (137 reviews), and Hawk Nest Mushroom Farm (126 reviews). And don't worry about amenities, our popular campsites offer showers, toilets, and campfires. If you're into biking, off-roading (OHV), or wildlife watching, you'll find plenty of activities to enjoy during your camping adventure. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Keyser

1. Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

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50mi from Keyser · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Voted Top VA site! See Reviews. Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch is conveniently located at the north end of Fort Valley. The recreational draw to this area is hard to beat in VA, and this property has it all for an amazing outdoor weekend! The ranch comprises 40 acres of lowland acreage designated for the camp, including a 5-acre lake. The Cedar Grove sites 1, 2, and 3 are along the banks of Passage Creek located within a sparse, groomed Cedar grove. They are all a short walk (or drive) to the lake and beach amenities. Each site has varying access to the creek, so check out the site details. These sites are extra large and can accommodate multiple family groups, as well as, travel trailers of all sizes up to off-road motorcoaches in site 1. There are no hookups, so just boondocking. Pack it in, Pack it out. Generators are allowed but please be aware of the other sites and direct the noise away. The Lakeside Mountain Stream site is very secluded, nestled between the mountains and the lake. It overlooks our 5-acre lake with mountain views in the background. It's on the opposite side of the lake from the Cedar Sites. This site has its own dock and is just a short walk down a mowed trail to a beautiful section of Passage Creek. An additional seasonal mountain stream can cascade behind the site and run under it to feed the lake when the conditions are right. It's a delicate site, so the accommodations and group size is strictly limited. Check out the reviews and extensive gallery for many options of this amazing property! Locally, the North end of Fort Valley offers many great hiking trails, trout fishing, rock climbing, horseback riding, and the Elizabeth Furnace day-use park. Taskers Gap OHV/ATV park is a short drive south, and the valley is sandwiched between both forks of the Shenandoah River for those looking to paddle.

2. Possum Tail Farm

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29mi from Keyser · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

We began operating our 150 acre farm in 2011 and became the first Certified Naturally Grown Livestock farm in West Virginia in 2013. We raise 100% grass-fed beef, Western and Chinese medicinal herbs. Our family garden supplies more than half of our vegetables and our favorite berries, and our flock of chickens supply eggs and an early morning wake-up call for our campers! There are no GMO's, pesticides, herbicides or fungicides used on our farm. We are 3 miles from Terra Alta, a rural town with a locally owned restaurant and a local craft beer brewery featuring an exciting rotating cast of food trucks. We are 20 minutes from Swallow Falls State Park (MD), featuring Muddy Creek Falls, awesome river swimming and gorgeous hiking in an old growth Hemlock forest.  We are also 20 minutes from Herrington Manor State Park (MD) were there is a lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing.  Cathedral State Park (WV) a virgin Hemlock forest with 400 year old trees about 45 minutes away.  Deep Creek Lake (MD) is 40 minutes away and offers motor boat rentals, Golf, Skiing and swimming. There is skiing, hiking, biking, tubing, rafting, kayaking and much more to explore within 40 minutes of our farm. The best white water rafting on the east coast is 20-40 minutes away.Farm products are available for purchase on-site. Campers can choose to to have a farm to table meal cooked for them as an extra at checkout. We prepare most of our food from scratch using local produce, meat and bulk organic dry goods. We occasionally make yogurts, noodles, simple cheeses, and fermented foods.We welcome campers of all kinds!

3. Hollow Haven

50mi from Keyser · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Nestled deep in a peaceful valley near Warfordsburg, this 70-acre homestead is surrounded by rolling Appalachian mountains on all sides. It’s a true sanctuary—secluded, lush, and full of life. Free-roaming sheep graze the pastures, birds flit between the trees, and deer slip silently through the woods. Just two minutes from the property line, you’ll find remote hiking trails through untouched forest—part of the protected public wilderness lands often known as State Game Lands, but locally loved for their quiet, winding footpaths, gentle ridgelines, and abundant wildlife. This is not just for hunters—it’s a hidden hiking treasure. Perfect for primitive tent campers, off-grid vans, or those looking to escape into a greener, slower world. There’s plenty of space to spread out, with wooded nooks, soft clearings, and open skies by night. Come unplug, stargaze, and let the sounds of sheep and springtime fill your soul.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Austin

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Awesome place! Nice remote spot and beautiful scenery

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Mark

November 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

What a perfect spot! The property is amazing and the lakeside campsite is one of the best we've ever stayed on the east coast. Picturesque, quiet and secluded. Might even bring the dog and the kid next time ;)

Wesley

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

We’ve been back to this site probably 10 times now. Simply put, we love it. The prepaid firewood delivery option made it easy, and then being able to purchase more wood at the site ensured we were warm throughout a chilly weekend. The stars were out in full force yet again, a treat for us city dwellers. Looking forward to our next time back.

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Jake

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Amazing stay with even more amazing views we had a blast during our stay the creek was a very peaceful spot to sit and relax by and the pond is a perfect place to spend the day would absolutely recommend and stay again

Shawn

October 2025

35 ft Class A

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

What an amazing property. The host was very good at communication and the site is clean and well maintained . The setting a fantastic. I highly recommend.

Sarah

October 2025

30 ft toy hauler

Group trip

8 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

The sites were large and had a huge fire ring and little grill. The pond is beautiful in the mornings and there's tons of free equipment if you feel like a paddle. The owner/caretaker is lovely and gives great local advice and the porta-potties were very clean. The little creek running around the property brings lots of ambiance and the occasional deer! No water options here but the national campground north of the property has a well/pump.

Wesley

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been here over the last few years. This is our go-to campsite. The location on the lake is simply the best. This time a new friend who’s an avid camper joined. He said while looking across the mirror-effect on the lake, “I can see why you keep on coming back here.” There’s something special about this place. On this particular trip, the fall colors were fully out and the stars were lighting up the night sky. Can’t wait to come back.

good signs at the campsite and a charcoal grill

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Emlyn

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Clean, spacious, and peaceful! Would highly recommend!

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Teddy Eccleston and Cristel

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

The lakeside camp site is incredible! we were three families camping there with little ones running around and having a blast. There was plenty of firewood available for camp circles, canoe and kayak rides, and some great local hikes. we can’t wait to come back! This will hopefully become one of go-to spots for family camping weekends!

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Kyle

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Our second time staying at Pastimes. This time at a different site. We had a great time. Clean, fish food that the kiddos enjoyed dropping at the dock. Lots of different piers to fish from! Sites are big and comfortable with a table and fire ring. Love this place!

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Ben

October 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Loved our stay! Beautiful property and well maintained sites. We always have a great time camping here

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Deborah

October 2025

19 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Third stay here. Always well kept. Love it and will be back again.

Joshua

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Wonderful site, not crowded, great proximity to Shenandoah hiking trails and on site boating and fishing with the kids was a blast. Portability potties made it an easier camping experience with the little ones. Absolutely a 10/10 site for families with elementary age kids.

Michelle

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Such a lovely space! We were lucky with warm weather for early October so having the little pond was nice! We stayed at Cedar Grove 1 which is the closest to the road but also the biggest. Lots of room to spread out if you are with a lot of people. This site has a picnic table, regular sized fire ring, a larger one for bigger groups, and a grill. We also added on the firewood bundle and it was delivered to our site. I was also able to hang my hammock by a cluster of trees. There are plenty of trees for shade and even though you can see the other campsites, you’re still quite far from them. The porta potties were well stocked and about as clean as they can get. Unfortunately we think the kids from the other sites stood on the seats so they were muddy. With a quick walk down to the pond, you get amazing views. Kayaks are set out and there are plenty more by the shed, along with paddles, life vest in many sizes, and fish food. At night we had nice clear skies for stargazing. I was able to capture some astrophotography! We are big fans of this campsite and can’t wait to return!

Nick

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Possum Tail Farm

The camp site was beautiful and spacious for four people. The compost toilet was in good condition although the temps were too cold for the showers. Jennifer had plenty of wood for purchase and we had a great time with the farm dog, although he can be nosey at night and is a good reminder to pack up all food and food items well and securely when camping. We would definitely return!

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David

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Great spot! Very private We stayed by the lake and had the whole place to ourselves. We will be returning soon with the kids

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Carlos

September 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

I almost never leave reviews, but this place deserves one. From the photos, it was clear the Lakeside Mountain Stream site was beautiful—but they don’t come close to capturing how breathtaking it really is. It’s truly a slice of heaven. Being able to park and set up a tent just feet from the lake was peaceful and serene. I brought my dog here for one last weekend together before she crossed the rainbow bridge, and I couldn’t have chosen a better place. The atmosphere, the setting, and the quiet beauty made it unforgettable. From the lakeside site, there’s even a small, picturesque trail leading to Passage Creek, where you can wade through the water or let your dogs splash around. I also explored the more traditional campsites, which were spacious, well-kept, and equally beautiful. The entire property was immaculate and clearly maintained with care. Eric was incredibly responsive and helpful, and if you’re fortunate, you may get to meet his father, Chuck—a kind, welcoming man who built this hidden gem with his own hands. Remarkable. If you’re considering it, just book the Lakeside Mountain Stream site—you won’t regret it. It’s a place you’ll carry with you long after you leave.

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Elena

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

Such a great spot, with lots of privacy, clean bathrooms, and free use of boats on the lake!

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katie

September 2025

13 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Pastimes on Passage Creek Ranch

This was a fabulous hipcamp. Every about it was memorable. Site 1 was huge with a enormous fire pit as well as a camp grill and a smaller firepot. Also has access to a creek. When the sun came out we plopped our chairs in the creek with a fever and enjoyed the babbling of the water and beautiful scenery. The complimentary boats and Kyacks, life jackets and even fish food was great! We fly fished off the docks and caught several good size fish. We will absolutely be coming back. Great little shops and places to eat not far also. Hiking and lots of histoor the area

Richard

September 2025

17 ft campervan

1 night at Possum Tail Farm

It was great to camp at possum tail. Rain moved in while I was there, but I had a great view of storms coming across the mountains in the distance. Bishop the big friendly farm dog dog stopped by a couple of times. He was well trained and a good watch dog at night, which was a bonus in this remote area.