Laurel Fork Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens in April and typically operates through November. Winter road access may be limited by snow.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 9:27PM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. Additional travel impacts possible on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Westerly wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are likely to result in significant blowing and drifting snow.
Winter Storm Watch issued December 29 at 9:27PM EST until January 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. Additional travel impacts possible on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Westerly wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are likely to result in significant blowing and drifting snow.
High Wind Warning issued December 29 at 6:37PM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Wind chills as low as 10 to 15 below zero early Tuesday morning. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow could abruptly reduce visibility at times into Tuesday.
About
Laurel Fork Campground is a primitive, first-come, first-served campground situated along the scenic Laurel Fork River in the Middle Mountain area of Monongahela National Forest. Built on the site of a former Civilian Conservation Corps camp, this remote campground provides access to excellent wilderness hiking and backpacking in the adjacent Laurel Fork North and South Wilderness areas. The campground offers a rustic camping experience with basic amenities. Campers should come prepared with their own water supply, as no potable water is available on-site. The campground does not have restrooms or trash service, so visitors must practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste. Located in the high-elevation Beaver Dam Wildlife Management Area, Laurel Fork Campground serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the extensive trail system through the wilderness areas, including the popular Laurel River Trail that traverses approximately 17 miles along the Laurel Fork of the Cheat River. Access requires travel on forest roads, including Forest Road 14 and Forest Road 423.
Directions
From Elkins, WV: Follow Highway 33 east approximately 16 miles to Wymer. Turn south on the Middle Mountain road (Forest Road 14). Travel 11 miles to the junction of Forest Road 423. Take Forest Road 423 east for approximately 1.5 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 456-3335 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Laurel Fork Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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