Pocahontas Campground
Open seasonally from April through November. First-come, first-served only; pay at the self-service fee station. Maximum stay is 14 days. No potable water available; bring your own.
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…
Prairie Creek Bridge Closure
The bridge over Prairie Creek on the Blodgett Marsh Trail is currently closed due to damage creating hazardous conditions. Access to the Blodgett Marsh Trail via this entrance is closed until repairs can be made. You can access the Blodgett Marsh Trail by continuing north from this point down…
About
Pocahontas Campground is a small, peaceful 8-site campground located in the Monongahela National Forest near Marlinton, West Virginia. Situated conveniently off State Route 92, it serves as a base camp for hikers and nature enthusiasts exploring the surrounding highlands. Each campsite is furnished with a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern post, providing a comfortable rustic camping experience. The campground's primary draw is its direct access to the Two Lick Trailhead, located within the campground itself. From here, campers can explore Two Lick Trail (#456), a 4.1-mile route, and Two Lick Bottom Trail (#457), a 1.6-mile trail, combining for a 5.7-mile loop. The Rimel Area Trailhead and Picnic Area is just three miles away, offering additional hiking on Laurel Creek Trail and Middle Mountain Trail. Facilities are primitive but adequate: a vault toilet serves the campground, and bear-safe trashcans are provided. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Dogs are welcome but must remain on leash. Outside firewood is prohibited to prevent the spread of invasive pests.
Directions
From Marlinton, take US Route 39 southeast for 12 miles. Turn right (south) on State Route 92 and proceed two miles to Pocahontas Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 636-1800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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