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Lost River Forest

Hosted by Ben · West Virginia
9 guests max
98%
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21 reviews
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
This cabin was hand built by the previous owner using reclaimed wood from an old cabin. You will find pristine nature here, this untouched land was used only on weekends for hunting and recreation for the past 30+ years.Tucked away in the corner of "Wild and Wonderful" Lost River Valley of Mathias WV, enjoy over 40 acres of true "Almost Heaven" secluded land. A rare private hilltop awaits you surrounded on 3 sides by thousands of acres of National Forest interior.  This site is at the very South-East corner of Hardy County, West Virginia, where you can enjoy views from inside George Washington National forest all the way into Virginia! At the end of this remote Forest Service road called "Hunkerson's Gap" discover a hand built natural log cabin near a natural spring.  Practice your survival skills in this true deep wilderness.  Hike or bike trails throughout the day or gaze at the vivid starry sky by night. Have fun in nearby Lost River State Park, seasonal activities available such as a pool, playground, and picnic area. Inside this park my personal favorite is "Hidden Stables" horseback riding (call to verify when they are open). 
What to expect
4WD required
A four-wheel drive vehicle is required to access this land.
Cabin
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
9 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. There is a wood stove inside the cabin as well.
Toilet available
Portable toilet. Outhouse
Pets allowed
Off leash, on leash. Let your pet off leash at your own risk, not responsible for lost pets. If your pet runs off and gets lost it will be almost impossible to find.Letting your pets run off leash here is NOT RECOMMENDED this is deep wilderness and there are real bears.
Picnic table present
No potable water
Purify from spigot. There is a natural spring immediately outside the cabin with good water quality except it is exposed to nature so you must boil water before consumption to ensure no bacteria is present.
No showers
Bathe in river or stream
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 6:00 PM
Check out: Before 5:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 3 nights
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
4WD required
During your trip
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Lost River Forest, Almost Heaven

98%
(26)
Cabin · Sleeps 9
Tucked away in the corner of "Wild and Wonderful" Lost River Valley of Mathias WV, enjoy over 40 acres of true "Almost Heaven" secluded land. A rare private hilltop awaits you surrounded on 3 sides by thousands of acres of National Forest interior.  This site is at the very South-East corner of Hardy County, West Virginia, where you can enjoy views from inside George Washington National forest all the way into Virginia! At the end of this remote Forest Service road called "Hunkerson's Gap" discover a hand built natural log cabin near a natural spring.  Practice your survival skills in this true deep wilderness.  Hike or bike trails throughout the day or gaze at the vivid starry sky by night. Have fun in nearby Lost River State Park, seasonal activities available such as a pool, playground, and picnic area. Inside this park my personal favorite is "Hidden Stables" horseback riding (call to verify when they are open). 
4WD required
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers

Reviews

98% Recommend26 ratings · 21 reviews

Location

Hardy, West Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Ben E.

Joined in March 2020
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 4 hours

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