Big Rock Campground
Open seasonally from April through November. First-come, first-served only; no reservations accepted. No potable water on-site.
Flood Watch issued August 11 at 1:47PM EDT until August 14 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyd, Carter, Greenup and Lawrence, southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington, southwest Virginia, including the following counties, Buchanan and Dickenson, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Kanawha, Lewis, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, McDowell, Mingo, Northwest Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Northwest Pocahontas, Northwest Raleigh, Northwest Randolph, Northwest Webster, Pleasants, Putnam, Ritchie, Roane, Southeast Fayette, Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Pocahontas, Southeast Raleigh, Southeast Randolph, Southeast Webster, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wayne, Wirt, Wood and Wyoming. * WHEN...Through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rounds of thunderstorms will track through the area, bringing the potential for heavy downpours and training storms, which may cause flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Big Rock Campground is a quiet, wooded retreat in the Monongahela National Forest, situated along the banks of the Cranberry River. This small 5-site campground offers a rustic camping experience ideal for anglers and those seeking solitude in the West Virginia highlands. The Cranberry River provides excellent fishing opportunities for those with a valid West Virginia fishing license and required stamps. Each campsite features a paved spur, picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring. A vault toilet is available, but campers should note that potable water is not provided and must be brought in. Trash receptacles are on-site. Sites accommodate up to 8 people and 2 vehicles, with space for one wheeled camping unit such as a motorhome or travel trailer. The campground operates seasonally from April through November on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum stay is 14 days, with checkout at 2:00 PM. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash of 6 feet or shorter at all times.
Directions
From Richwood, travel one mile east on State Route 39/55, then 6 miles north on Forest Road 76.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 636-1800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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