Stuart Recreation Area
Open mid-April through Columbus Day weekend in October. Reservations accepted via Recreation.gov 5-360 days in advance; some sites are first-come, first-served. Gates locked 9 p.m. to 7 p.m. Maximum 14-day stay. The recreation area may flood during high water events.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 7:26PM EDT until July 21 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1030 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR WEST CENTRAL RANDOLPH, CENTRAL UPSHUR AND EAST CENTRAL LEWIS COUNTIES... At 726 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring. There are several reports of swift water rescues and along with significant flooding of structures. FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Central Upshur County including the areas in and around Buckhannon. This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW! HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Buckhannon, Tallmansville, Overhill, French Creek, Ellamore and Horner. This includes Route 33 between mile markers 2 and 5...and between mile markers 15 and 17.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 21 at 7:23PM EDT until July 21 at 8:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
At 723 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles east of Cedar Creek State Park to near Mill Creek to 11 miles west of Franklin, moving southeast at 5 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Mill Creek, Holly River State Park, Durbin, Flatwoods, Huttonsville, Alexander, Cheat Bridge, Bartow, Eden, Cleveland, Helvetia, Pickens, Heaters, Hacker Valley, Kanawha Head, Valley Head, Falls Mills, Ireland, and Boyer.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:43PM EDT until July 21 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
FFWRLX The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... Northeastern Pocahontas County in northeastern West Virginia... Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Southern Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... Southeastern Lewis County in northern West Virginia... * Until 1045 PM EDT. * At 643 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Elkins, Mill Creek, Dailey, Rock Cave, Beverly, Harman, Glady, Kerens, Bowden, Alton, Dryfork and French Creek. This includes Route 33 between mile markers 31 and 35.
About
Stuart Recreation Area sits in a scenic bend of the Shavers Fork River within the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, the campground offers 26 camping units (25 single sites and 1 double site) plus a group site accommodating up to 40 people. All standard campsites feature electric hookups, fire rings, lantern posts, picnic tables, and paved spurs. Facilities include a six-unit flush restroom with four shower units, vault toilets, drinking water, and an RV dump station. A recently renovated historic cabin is also available for rental. Three day-use pavilions and a 14-acre field with river beach access serve day visitors. The Shavers Fork River is regularly stocked with trout for catch-and-release fishing (state license and stamps required), and river swimming is popular in summer. The 2-mile River Loop Hiking Trail offers opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing. The town of Elkins is a 14-minute drive away and hosts the annual Mountain State Forest Festival each October.
Directions
From Elkins, West Virginia: Take Highway 219 to Highway 33. Travel east for approximately 4 miles, turn north on old Route 33 and travel for 2 miles. Turn left at Highway 6 (at the Stuart Recreation Area directional sign) and drive 0.25 miles to entrance.
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 | — |
| Price | $33 - $130 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 99ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 99ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 636-5070 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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