Laurel Fork Campground
Open for camping through November. Operating season runs April through November. No reservations accepted; all sites are first-come, first-served with on-site fee payment. No restrooms or potable water on site.
Flood Warning issued July 22 at 8:17AM EDT until July 22 at 10:30AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... Northwestern Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Northeastern Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... Harrison County in northern West Virginia... Taylor County in northern West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 1030 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 814 AM EDT, flooding is already occurring in the warned area due to thunderstorms last night. Between 1.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Clarksburg, Grafton, Philippi, Audra State Park, Bridgeport, Shinnston, Belington, Stonewood, Nutter Fort, Lumberport, Anmoore, Enterprise, West Milford, Junior, Lost Creek, Flemington, Galloway, Rosemont, Meadland and Century. - This includes the following highways... Interstate 79 between mile markers 109 and 128. Route 50 in West Virginia between mile markers 69 and 82. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued July 22 at 8:14AM EDT until July 22 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southeastern Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... Northwestern Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Southern Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 1000 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 814 AM EDT, local law enforcement reported heavy rain in the warned area due to thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Rock Cave, Junior, Montrose, Alton, Alexander, French Creek and Kerens. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued July 22 at 8:11AM EDT until July 22 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southwestern Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... West Central Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Central Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 1000 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 811 AM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in the warned area due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Between 5 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Buckhannon, Tallmansville, Overhill and Ellamore. - This includes Route 33 between mile markers 15 and 17. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Laurel Fork Campground sits along the banks of Laurel Fork River in the Middle Mountain area of Monongahela National Forest, occupying the historic grounds of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp. This primitive facility offers a quiet, rustic experience between the Laurel Fork North and South Wilderness areas, making it an ideal basecamp for exploring the 18.5 miles of wilderness trails that often follow old railroad grades and logging roads. The campground is truly primitive with no restrooms or potable water available. Each campsite includes a parking spur, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern holder. Campers should be prepared to pack out all trash and bring sufficient water. The area is subject to occasional flooding due to its riverside location. Stock animals are not permitted in the campground.
Directions
From Elkins, WV: Follow Highway 33 east approximately 16 miles to Wymer. Turn south on 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.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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) 636-1800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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