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Black Elk Campground

Hosted by Megan · Clendenin, West Virginia

4 sites · RV, Tent · 15 acres

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Just an hour's drive from Charleston, WV - via the road less traveled! Each riverside campsite is approximately one-third of an acre and shaded by mature trees. This rugged beauty is nestled along the Elk River in northern Kanawha County, passing both full-time residents and seasonal campsites. Come pitch a tent or hang a hammock in our meadow, adjacent to the river! There is a brand new outhouse! A lightly traveled dirt road runs through the property. Since the road is showing its age lately, an SUV or 4x4 vehicle is recommended, although regular cars can get to the parking area. Please note that campers and ATVs are not permitted. Our property is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but we don't have enough parking space to accommodate ATVs. During your stay, you'll have foot access to the river. Feel free to bring your fishing gear, kayaks, bicycles, and other outdoor equipment. If you have any questions or special requests, please reach out—we'll do our best to accommodate your needs. The nearest town is Clendenin, where you'll find gas stations, restaurants, a grocery store, and access to the Elk River Trail. Nearby attractions include Rail Explorers, Carol's Crossroads Restaurant in Maysel, and the Dundon Trailhead - with Gift Shop - in Clay, operated by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. Several DNR river access sites are also nearby, including Queen Shoals and King Shoals. We want to be there to meet you, but if we're not, you should be able to find your site with the directions we provide.

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3 sites

Chickadee - Riverside

Tent site · Sleeps 6

1/3 of an acre of camping area! This is a flat, riverside campsite. This is a very secluded and beautiful setting. Brand new outhouse! In dry weather, on-site loading and unloading is allowed.

Short walk to site

4WD recommended

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Goldfinch - Riverside

Tent site · Sleeps 4

Approximately a 1/3 of an acre of flat, riverside camping. This site has good trees for hammock camping and a raspberry patch. Close proximity to the outhouse. In dry weather, on-site loading and unloading is allowed.

Short walk to site

4WD recommended

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Warbler - Riverside

Tent site · Sleeps 4

1/3 of an acre of camping area! This is a flat, riverside campsite, with very close access to both the river and upper parking area. Outhouse/pit toilet. In dry weather, on-site loading and unloading is allowed.

Short walk to site

4WD recommended

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

RV/tent sites

1 site

Whippoorwill: Mountainside-Drive-up

RV/tent site · Sleeps 2 · Vehicles under 20 ft

This option was intended to be an overflow spot, or for the camper who is not yet sure about sleeping riverside. This one is a bit smaller, but also easier to camp at with its convenient drive-up access, no matter what the conditions.

Campfires allowed

No toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

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Location

Clendenin, Clay County, West Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Megan F.

Joined in May 2026

Black Elk Campground

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Tent-only sites

Chickadee - Riverside

Goldfinch - Riverside

Warbler - Riverside

RV/tent sites

Whippoorwill: Mountainside-Drive-up

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Hosted by Megan F.

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