Gatewood Group
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through November. Closed December 1 through mid-April.
Wind Advisory issued January 19 at 1:40AM EST until January 19 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 2 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 19 at 1:40AM EST until January 20 at 2:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 2 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
About
Gatewood Group Campground is a small group tent campground perched on a ridge at 4,300 feet elevation in the Monongahela National Forest, located at a former fire tower site. The campground sits approximately two miles east of Spruce Knob Lake and is accessed via gated Forest Road 131, which is unlocked through reservation. The single group site accommodates 3-20 people and features fire rings, picnic tables, and two single-toilet vault restrooms. The location provides an ideal base camp for exploring the region's extensive trail network, with over 500 miles of hiking trails throughout the forest, including the nearby Gatewood Nature Trail. Anglers can fish in Gandy Creek or the stocked waters of Spruce Knob Lake, which offers some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area. Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak at 4,863 feet, lies just 9 miles from the campground and offers opportunities for hiking, driving tours, and rock climbing. The campground's high elevation location in the Allegheny Mountains provides unobstructed views of the night sky, attracting stargazer clubs throughout the summer season. The ecologically diverse Monongahela National Forest encompasses variations in terrain and precipitation, creating one of the most varied forest ecosystems in the country. Visitors should secure all food and trash from bears and raccoons, and note that no potable water is available on-site.
Directions
From Riverton, WV, take US Route 33 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Road, County Route 33/4. Turn right and go 2 miles to Forest Road 112. Continue 13.5 miles to Forest Road 131. Turn right and open gate. Campground is at the end of Forest Road 131.
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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 | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Help.Monongahela.Potomac@AmericanLL.com | |
| Phone | +1 (304) 567-3082 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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