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Camping for wildlife watching and birding in West Virginia
22 camps in West Virginia that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Apr–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 82°F and lows near 60°F.
Best areas for wildlife watching and birding
- Around Rock Cave4 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Lewisburg3 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Elkins3 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in West Virginia are good for wildlife watching and birding?
22 camps that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description; 2 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Apr–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 82°F and lows near 60°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 86% also offer hiking, 77% also offer fishing, 64% also offer boating & paddling.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open wildlife & birding in West VirginiaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
- Wolf Gap Recreation AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Wolf Gap Recreation Area was once the site of a 1930’s African American Civilian Conservation Corps Camp. This recreation area has many hiking opportunities nearby. From here begin your…
View camp → - Gauley Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal
The Gauley Ranger District is located in Richwood, WV.
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East Lynn Lake SheltersFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalPlease note that the Overlook Area's playground is currently under renovation. If you are reserving Shelters 1 or 2, please be aware that some portions of the playground will be unfinished.
View camp →- Red Creek CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Red Creek Campground is a primitive, small campground that sits on top of the Allegheny Plateau and within the Dolly Sods Scenic Area. The climate and plant life here resembles Northern…
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Gerald Freeman CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalGerald Freeman Camp is nestled in the headwaters of Sutton Lake in central West Virginia, 70 miles north of Charleston.
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Horseshoe Recreation AreaFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHorseshoe Recreation Area is located in north-central West Virginia, 7 miles from the town of St. George. The campground is tucked in a valley along Horseshoe Run, providing excellent…
View camp →- Hawk Recreation AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Hawk Campground sits nestled in the Alleghany Mountains surround by a spectacular nature setting. Experience an exciting hiking experience with easy access to the Tuscarora Trail right from…
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