Horseshoe Recreation Area
Open for the 2026 season. Staffed May 13 through September 14, 2026. Unstaffed camping available September 15, 2026 through May 1, 2027. Sites 7-12 are reservable via Recreation.gov; all other sites are first-come, first-served.
Flood Watch issued August 11 at 1:40PM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio, including the following areas, Coshocton, Guernsey, Monroe, Muskingum, Noble and Tuscarawas and northern West Virginia, including the following areas, Eastern Preston, Eastern Tucker, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston, Western Tucker and Wetzel. * WHEN...Through Wednesday 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... - Additional rainfall is forecast through this evening which may lead to road closures and streams out of their banks. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Horseshoe Recreation Area is a historic 21-site campground constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, located approximately 7 miles northeast of St. George, West Virginia. Nestled in a valley along Horseshoe Run within the Monongahela National Forest, the campground provides a mix of electric and primitive camping options. Sites 1 through 13 offer electric hookups with 15/30/50 amp service, while sites 14 through 18 are primitive, and sites 19 through 21 are walk-in tent sites. Sites 7 through 12 are reservable through Recreation.gov up to 2 days in advance; all other sites operate first-come, first-served. The campground features four flush restrooms with sinks that are handicap accessible, potable water from spigots and hand pumps, fire rings, and picnic tables at every site. The area offers excellent trout fishing in Horseshoe Run and access to several day hiking trails including the 1.8-mile Losh Trail, 1.3-mile Dorman Ridge Trail, and sections of the Allegheny Trail. Hunting is permitted in an area about a mile beyond the recreation area. Two picnic pavilions are available for group rental.
Directions
From Parsons, take State Route 72 northeast to State Route 5 to St. George. In St. George, turn south on State Route 1. Follow State Route 1 to the intersection of State Route 7. Turn left on State Route 7 and continue past YMCA Camp Horseshoe to the Horseshoe Recreation Area entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 636-1800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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