Gerald Freeman Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Some sites available first-come, first-served; others reservable through Recreation.gov. Season runs May through early December. Alcohol prohibited. 14-night limit per 30-day period.
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 9:19AM EDT until September 20 at 2:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Roane County in central West Virginia... Braxton County in north central West Virginia... Southeastern Calhoun County in north central West Virginia... Central Clay County in north central West Virginia... Southern Gilmer County in north central West Virginia... Southwestern Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... Northwestern Webster County in northeastern West Virginia... South Central Lewis County in northern West Virginia... North Central Nicholas County in southeastern West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 230 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 917 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional light rainfall will continue across the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Sutton, Gassaway, Birch River, Big Otter, Wallback, Holly River State Park, Harrison, Burnsville, Flatwoods, Frametown, Little Birch, Wilsie, Exchange, Strange Creek, Servia, Rosedale, Widen, Heaters, Cedarville and Centralia. - This includes the following highways... Route 19 between mile markers 47 and 61...and between mile markers 64 and 66...and near mile marker 68. Interstate 79 between mile markers 34 and 80. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Gerald Freeman Campground occupies a scenic position at the headwaters of Sutton Lake in Braxton County, where the Holly River meets the 1,440-acre reservoir. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the facility provides 156 sites with varying levels of service: 37 sites offer full hookups (water and electric), 113 have electric-only service with 20/30/50 amp options, and the remainder are non-electric. Sites accommodate RVs up to 59 feet on paved, back-in driveways. Flush restrooms with hot showers serve the camping loops. The lake winds 14 miles up the Elk River valley, creating 40 miles of shoreline with quiet coves among rolling hills of oak, hickory, poplar, and cherry. Anglers target bass, crappie, catfish, and sunfish in the lake; the tailwaters below Sutton Dam are known for muskie, walleye, and stocked trout. The on-site marina offers boat rental and a snack bar, with multiple boat ramps providing lake access. Fire roads and hunting trails extend into the surrounding Elk River Wildlife Management Area's 18,000 acres. Playgrounds and basketball courts serve families, and scheduled activities run throughout summer. The campground operates from May through early December, with reservations available through Recreation.gov and some sites held for first-come, first-served use.
Directions
From I-79, take exit 67. Turn right on WV-4 and go 1 mile. Turn left on WV-15 and travel 12 miles to the campground on your right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $28 - $46 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 67ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 67ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| suttonlake@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (304) 765-2816 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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