Gatewood Group
Open for the season from mid-April through November. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. The gate on Forest Road 131 is unlocked upon reservation confirmation.
Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 5:23AM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and northeast, southeast, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Interagency Passes
Interagency Passes are available for purchase at our Welcome Center Monday through Saturday between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. We recommend calling our front desk at 815-423-6370 prior to your arrival to make sure a qualified staff member is present to distribute passes.Our Welcome Center…
Henslow Trail Bridge Closures
Henslow Trail is rerouted onto Baseline Rd., Schoolhouse Rd., and South Patrol Rd. due to bridge closures. There is currently no timetable for the repairs to be completed. Please follow all signage and stay away from the bridges. Contact the Midewin NTP Visitor Center at 815-423-6370 with any…
About
Gatewood Group Campground occupies a former fire tower site on a ridge in the Monongahela National Forest at 4,300 feet elevation. This tent-only group campground accommodates up to 30 people and 8 vehicles, making it ideal for scout troops, family reunions, or outdoor clubs. The site features fire rings, picnic tables, and two vault restrooms. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground sits two miles east of Spruce Knob Lake, which offers fishing for stocked trout and boating opportunities with some of the most scenic overlooks in the region. Over 500 miles of hiking trails wind through the surrounding forest, including the nearby Gatewood Nature Trail. Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak at 4,863 feet, lies just 9 miles away and draws hikers and rock climbers. The area's dark skies attract stargazing clubs throughout summer. Wildlife watching is excellent given the ecological diversity of the Monongahela Forest. Bears are present, so proper food storage is required.
Directions
From Riverton, WV, take US Route 33 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Road (County Route 33/4). Turn right and go 3 miles to Forest Road 112. Continue 13.5 miles to Forest Road 131. Turn right and unlock the gate with your reservation confirmation. The campground is at the end of Forest Road 131.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| 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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