Spruce Knob Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground closed October 13, 2025, and typically operates from mid-April through mid-October. Access roads close when snow-covered.
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
Spruce Knob Lake Campground is nestled in a beautiful hardwood forest on a wooded ridge overlooking Spruce Knob Lake in Monongahela National Forest. The campground comprises 28 standard camping units with paved spurs, 2 double camping units, and 10 walk-in camping units, all equipped with fire rings, lantern posts, and picnic tables. Five accessible vault toilets serve the campground, and a solar-powered water system provides drinking water. No electric hookups are available, and firewood is available for purchase on-site. The campground's location near Spruce Knob, the highest peak in West Virginia at 4,863 feet, offers a unique mountain environment. The vegetation atop Spruce Knob has adapted to harsh conditions, with one-sided red spruce deformed by constant westerly winds clinging to the rocky ridges. Due to its elevation, the campground may experience cold fogs and strong winds year-round. Sixty miles of hiking trails crisscross the region, including direct access to the Big Bend River Loop. The nearby 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake offers trout fishing opportunities and features a boat ramp, parking area, and accessible wooden pier. Only electric trolling motors and non-motorized boats are permitted on the lake, and swimming is not allowed.
Directions
From Riverton, WV, take U.S. Route 33 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Road (County Road 33/4). Turn right onto Briery Gap Road. Go 2 miles to Forest Road 112, turn right and continue for 13.5 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 1. The campground is 1/2 mile on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $13 - $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 567-3082 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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