Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near McDowell, KY
Nestled in the scenic river valleys of eastern Kentucky, McDowell offers a plethora of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure amidst the area's rich natural beauty. For RV campers, nearby Jenny Wiley State Resort Park features spacious RV sites with electric hookups, surrounded by lush forests and stunning views of Dewey Lake, perfect for fishing and hiking. Tent campers can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere at Carter Caves State Resort Park, where shaded campsites provide easy access to breathtaking caves and miles of hiking trails, allowing a close encounter with Kentucky's unique geology. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the Daniel Boone National Forest, where remote sites invite you to immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness while offering a chance to spot local wildlife. Each of these locales is geographically diverse, from rolling hills to riverbanks, ensuring varied landscapes for all camping preferences. Whether you choose the comfort of an RV, the simplicity of a tent, or the freedom of dispersed camping, McDowell, KY, is an ideal base for your outdoor escapades.
Chief Logan Campground is part of Chief Logan State Park in West Virginia (1 hr 7 min southwest of Charleston, WV) with an elevation of 681 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 1 cabin. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 14 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 12 sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $31.13 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, hiking trails.
Natural Tunnel Campground is part of Natural Tunnel State Park in Virginia (39 min northwest of Kingsport, TN) with an elevation of 1,315 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites including 18 cabins. The campground is open all year. 41 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 38 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 34 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $386.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Boat Gunnel Group is located in the Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest (1 hr 16 min northeast of Richmond, KY) with an elevation of 748 feet. The site is normally open from mid March to the beginning of November. Prices start at $130.00 per night.
Twin Knobs Campground is located in the Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest (1 hr 23 min northeast of Richmond, KY) with an elevation of 807 feet. There are a total of 202 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to mid November. 198 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 96 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 9 sites have electric and water hookups. 101 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $115.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Four Coves Campground is part of Beech Fork State Park in West Virginia (just 23 min southeast of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 603 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $34.90 to $37.73. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, laundry facility, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Moxley Branch Campground is part of Beech Fork State Park in West Virginia (just 22 min southeast of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 603 feet. There are a total of 86 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 22 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 17 sites have electric and water hookups. 47 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $34.90 to $42.45. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, laundry facility, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Old Orchard Campground is part of Beech Fork State Park in West Virginia (just 22 min southeast of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 603 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). Fees range from $39.62 to $43.40. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, wifi, general store, accessible, laundry facility, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Lake View Campground is part of Beech Fork State Park in West Virginia (just 24 min southeast of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 603 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 3 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 47 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $34.90 to $37.73. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, flush toilets.
Carter Caves State Resort Park is part of Carter Caves State Resort Park in Kentucky (53 min west of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 796 feet. There are a total of 129 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 90 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 29 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 27 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 69 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $119.95. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Little Oak Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (43 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 1,773 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hungry Mother Campground is part of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia (1 hr 11 min southwest of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 2,617 feet. There are a total of 113 campsites including 35 cabins. The campground is open all year. 67 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 67 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $343.00.
Lake Vesuvius Rec Area is located in the Ironton Ranger District, Wayne National Forest (39 min northwest of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 739 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $52.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, amphitheater. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, archery.
Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground is located in the Ironton Ranger District, Wayne National Forest (40 min northwest of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 774 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. 21 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 20 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Fox Creek Horse Camp is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 6 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 3,445 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Max equipment length is 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $5.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
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