Battle Run
Open for the 2026 season. Reservations through Recreation.gov are available from late May through Labor Day; the campground operates first-come, first-served from early September through mid-October. Peak season check-in hours are 7 a.m. to midnight. Maximum stay is 14 nights per visit.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 9:48PM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and northeast, southeast, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong east to southeasterly wind field aloft associated with the remnants of Isaias will move over the region into Sunday. Interaction with the higher terrain will help to transport these higher wind speeds to the surface in a sporadic fashion. The strongest winds will be observed along ridgelines and areas favored for enhanced downslope flow.
About
Battle Run Campground occupies prime waterfront real estate on Summersville Lake, known for its superb water quality, striking sandstone cliffs, and 60 miles of scenic shoreline. The campground features 110 sites with 20/30/50 amp electric hookups on generally level, gravel pads, plus seven primitive walk-in tent sites for those seeking a more rustic experience. Facilities are well-developed for a Corps campground: flush toilets, hot showers, potable water, coin laundry, and a dump station. The on-site boat ramp and fishing dock put you directly on water that supports largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, and catfish. Trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall. Beyond the campground, the area delivers serious adventure. World-class whitewater rafting runs year-round on the Gauley River, and the New River Gorge offers over 1,400 established rock climbs on 30-120 foot sandstone cliffs just 18 miles south. Historic Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park sits 10 minutes away with Civil War history and Gauley River overlooks.
Directions
From U.S. Highway 19, turn west on State Route 129 and travel 3 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 90ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| pa2@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (304) 872-3459 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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