Watoga State Park Riverside Campground

Open

Open spring through fall, weather permitting. Reservations accepted starting February 15 via mail, with call-in reservations beginning March 15 and walk-in reservations starting April 1. Minimum two-night stay on weekends, one-night minimum Sunday through Thursday. Maximum 14 consecutive nights.

About

Riverside Campground is located within Watoga State Park, West Virginia's largest state park spanning 10,100 acres in the mountains of Pocahontas County. The campground provides 50 sites, all equipped with 50-amp electric service, making it suitable for RVs, travel trailers, truck campers, and tents. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring for campfires. Amenities include a central bathhouse with showers, coin-operated laundry facilities, and dish-washing stations. Free WiFi is available at the bathhouse. The campground sits along the Greenbrier River, providing easy access to fishing and kayaking. Watoga State Park offers extensive recreational opportunities including over 40 miles of hiking trails, swimming at the Watoga Lake, and wildlife viewing. Reservations can be made online at wvstateparks.com or by phone. Weekend stays require a minimum of two consecutive nights (Friday-Saturday), while weeknight stays have a one-night minimum. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights. The campground accepts tents, folding campers, travel trailers, truck campers, motor homes, and van conversions.

Directions

From Marlinton, WV, take US-219 south approximately 10 miles, then turn left onto Seebert Road/County Route 27. Follow signs to Watoga State Park. The park address is 4800 Watoga Park Road, Marlinton, WV 24954-9550.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi Yes
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store
Price $24 - $30

Vehicle

Max RV Length 70ft
Max Trailer Length 70ft
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites Yes

Contact

Email watogasp@wv.gov
Phone +1 (304) 799-4087

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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