Robert W Craig
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from May through September with reservations available through Recreation.gov. Late arrivals should call the entrance station by 8:00 p.m. at (304) 355-8000 for gate access.
Winter Storm Watch issued December 30 at 12:44AM EST until January 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations around 1 to 3 inches with a storm total around 2 to 5 inches. The highest amounts will be along the western facing slopes. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6 inches or more are possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant, Western Mineral, and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...For the Winter Weather Advisory, plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions along with significant reduction in visibility. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility around one-quarter mile at times, causing near blizzard conditions. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage as well. Wind chills will be between 0 and 10 degrees below zero through this morning for most areas. The Tuesday morning commute will be impacted. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow could bring significant impacts the evening of New Year's Eve into New Year's Day. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 12:44AM EST until December 30 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations around 1 to 3 inches with a storm total around 2 to 5 inches. The highest amounts will be along the western facing slopes. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6 inches or more are possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant, Western Mineral, and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...For the Winter Weather Advisory, plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions along with significant reduction in visibility. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility around one-quarter mile at times, causing near blizzard conditions. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage as well. Wind chills will be between 0 and 10 degrees below zero through this morning for most areas. The Tuesday morning commute will be impacted. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow could bring significant impacts the evening of New Year's Eve into New Year's Day. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
High Wind Warning issued December 30 at 12:34AM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. The strongest winds are expected through this morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
About
Robert W. Craig Campground sits in the rugged hills of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains, overlooking the 952-acre Jennings Randolph Lake. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this established campground offers 68 spacious electric campsites divided between front and back loops, each providing up to 50-amp service. The campground is staffed by full-time park attendants and volunteer hosts who maintain the family-friendly atmosphere. Facilities include a shower house with full bathrooms in the front loop, a no-shower bathroom facility in the back loop, a water fill-up station, and a dump station. The campground features a camp store, pavilion with electricity and running water, and ADA-accessible facilities. Each site accommodates two camping units, with the second being a tent. Recreation opportunities abound with several hiking trails including the Sunset Trail, High Timber Trail (featuring 28 labeled tree species), and Songbird Trail. The campground offers a 3D archery range, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, playground, sandbox, and swing sets. Kalbaugh Pond behind the camp store is stocked with largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. The lake provides excellent boating, swimming, and fishing opportunities, and the area has been home to breeding bald eagles for over a decade. Just a mile away, the North Branch of the Potomac River ranks among the East Coast's finest trout fisheries and offers exceptional whitewater rafting.
Directions
From Cumberland, MD: Take US 220 south to US 50W, go west to WV 42N, go north to WV 46E. Follow the signs to the Robert W. Craig Campground.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Howell Run Picnic Area 0.6mi
- Big Run State Park Campground 8.9mi
- Wolf Den Run Campground 8.0mi
- Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground 12mi
- New Garmany State Park Campground 15mi
- St. Johns Rock Campground 19mi
- Swallow Falls State Park Campground 17mi
- Mill Run Recreation Area 25mi
- Irons Mountain Hiker-biker Campsite 23mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $22 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 72ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 355-2346 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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