I was really looking forward to stopping here, especially to see the lighthouse, but visiting in…read morethe off season definitely took away from the experience. This area is known for the lake and for boating and outdoor recreation, so I understand that coming during a colder time probably put a slight damper on everything that should be taken with a grain of salt if you're reading this review. When we arrived there was no one in the office. It felt closed off and unattended. I wasn't able to go up into the lighthouse at all, which was super disappointing because for me it was the main draw. From the outside, the lighthouse was lovely to look at but I was really really hoping to be able to climb to the top. The rest of the grounds looked fine and this is definitely a place designed for overnight stays. I would definitely return but during the right season and when I am able to explore the lighthouse!

We absolutely loved our time at Summersville Lake Retreat & Campground. The staff is very friendly…read moreand helpful. The location is only 20-25 minutes from the New River Gorge area which makes visiting the bridge or downtown Fayetteville a breeze. The gift shop has a large selection of items just in case you forgot something or need a souvenir. There is a large community firepit and pavilion with Adirondack chairs. Each full hookup site also has it's own firepit with chairs. The property is well maintained. Make sure you take a walk to the hammock area...this was the kids favorite part! We already booked a trip back for next year and cannot wait to spend more time in WV.

10/10 on the halloween decor all around the property! The store was half empty and the prices were…read morea little high, IMO, for what they did have on hand. The little stickers were $5-6! The ice cream prices seemed fair and the pool area looked nice. I'm sure if you were camping and in a pinch for something, they'd be worth a shot.

This was our first time staying here but not first time to the area. We love the lake and the whole…read moreNew River Gorge area. We knew our stay would be rustic and were actually pleasantly surprised it was nice. Just a few issues during the stay. When we checked in there was no power which is fine however the girl did not explain anything but hand us a map. We got to site and didnt know how to get in the door. the beds were super uncomfortable in cozy cabins, we did not get much sleep. The outlets could have been spread out throughout the cabin as well to make it more efficient. We loved the location being able to walk to serenity point and down to the lake, however the signage was confusing on how to find the beach. (we ended up going to Battle Run). The store hours should be extended, 6pm seems a little early to close down. I think we will stay here again if there is a lakefront cabin available and we rent a golf cart. Make sure vehicle can go up and down steep gravel hills if staying in yurt or cabin bring mattress pad or something cushiony

Friendly owners, a great place to set up camp or just rent a cabin. Washer/dryer machine on site…read more Dish washing station and restrooms facility with hot showers on site for both sexes. Variety of cabins closer to a group or further away depending on privacy level. Fire pits available for grilling near each cabin and a communal big grill that requires charcoal. Dog friendly, and perfect location between all the major whitewater attractions and local Walmart if needed to make a run to the grocery store. If you have a family most of the the cabins has a queen bed and double bunk beds if traveling with friends. What I like most about Ray's campground is you still have the outdoorsy feeling and not too commercialized. You can still unwind and feel zen and unplug. Overall peaceful.

This is by far the best and only place you should stay if you are looking for a great place to stay…read moreeat the new river gorge . I have been staying here for years and it is the only place I will ever go. Tent camping, rv, cabin rentals and even a great campground dog named milo, this place is where you need to stay

A good sleep among the trees after a long day looking at the pavement. Kindness at the door.read more

literally had the best experience for anyone looking to truly unplug and get away. My friends and I…read moregot a very nice camp spot with a cabin right behind the bath house. Would definitely come back again.

We were in West Virginia for my husband's work and made it a little leaf peeping Excursion. Babcock…read moreis on the top of the list of places I like to go the mill and the lake plus the colors around the area are just gorgeous lots of Reds oranges and yellows. No fee to enter they have restrooms that are easy to access and flushy bathrooms. There is a Almost Heaven swing by the mill. But what the pictures don't show is the sound of the Rushing Water it's just all so beautiful. Recommend bringing snacks in a beverage have a little picnic. Fall is the prettiest time but I'm sure it's beautiful anytime of year I'm sure with some snow would be gorgeous but I'd be a little scared to tackle all the West Virginia curvy roads with some ice and snow. This year we had such a dry drought year that no one thought the fall was going to be worth seeing so we didn't make any Leaf peeping vacations. If he hadn't had this work trip we would have missed out on on this for the year. Considering the dryness the colors were doing pretty good around here we had went to other areas where the leaves were already down around black around Blackwater and Seneca Rock. But the bugs were quite annoying mainly lots of gnats that if you stopped moving they were really annoying. We've been here a few other times in other years and this is the only time that was an issue. At the lake they have porta potties and the moved them to block the lake view Which is unfortunate. Please move them. !!

Did a quick stopover on the way to Hawk's Nest SP, and wow, this place is beautiful! One of the…read moremost frequently visited state parks in WV and it's easy to see why! The grist mill is absolutely iconic, sitting atop a picturesque waterfall. The park has a mountain lake for water activities, plenty of trails, and even cabins for longer stays! There's an Almost Heaven swing right by the mill and visitor's center, and the CCC stonework is stunning. The New River Gorge bridge is about 20-30 minutes away depending on how well you drive on mountain roads, and there's plenty to do in the area for a fun weekend or even longer! I will definitely be back myself!

Noel and I found the Elk River Camp and RV Park on Buffalo Rd in Gassaway, WV very easily. There…read morewas plenty of signage to help us find it. This is the Flatwoods Monster Chairs Location E also down by the Elk River. There is plenty of camping spots, beautiful river views and a great area for wading and fishing in the Elk River.

This RV park is a hidden gem! Mark is a gracious owner and provided us with door to door escort…read moreservice to our camp site! The grounds are beautifully groomed and the view is amazing! There are technically two different grounds for RVers and I was happy to be back in the farther grounds (less traffic noise from street and more privacy). It is lacking a few amenities. Although they are in the works, there are only port-a-potties around the campground and no laundry facility at this time. If long terming here, I would prefer to have at least a place to do laundry. If we are ever in the area, we will definitely stay here again!

Meadow Creek Campground is a terrific place stay outdoors while exploring around New River Gorge…read moreNational Park. When first planning out my itinerary for visiting the park, I had researched that there were plentiful campgrounds located within the area. So...I knew I would be camping out somewhere for my first night at New River Gorge. I just didn't know where exactly I would end my day. Well...after finishing hanging out at the Grand View section of the park in late afternoon, I was okay to start looking for a campground. I always refer to the trusty app on my phone called Campendium, to find my campsites. And as usual, Campendium did not disappoint! I quickly browsed all the reviews for Meadow Creek and was excited to come here. From the Grand View part of New River Gorge (which btw, is one of the primary highlights of the park), it was just 17 miles to drive to Meadow Creek. And best of all the location of the campground was in the proper direction for my next destination, being Sandstone Falls. Let me give some details about how simple it is come to Meadow Creek and get a campsite for the night... and yes, it has to be one of the easiest spots (in terms of finding a place to rest at while on a whim) I have ever come across along my journeys around the USA. - Cell phone reception works fine in the area, so simply plug "Meadow Creek Campground" into Google Maps and you'll easily be directed here. - It is free to camp out! How cool. Once I arrived, the instruction board mentioned to just pick a campsite and it's yours! How simple! - There must have been about 25 - 30 campsites available for choosing, and basically there was no one here. I had my pick of any site. - All the sites were situated on soft, fluffy grass, which always is beneficial when pitching a tent. This way you can have a gentle, comfortable sleep. - The sites all had barbecue pits. They were well spaced apart from each other to feel like you have privacy. You can start charcoal grills also. - A very interesting fact is this...trailers and RVs are not allowed!!! Prohibited! That's so peculiar? Usually, you have RV sites and parks that don't allow tents. But here it was the opposite. So nice for me, someone who carries a tent in the trunk of my car, to feel like I was prioritized, lol. Btw, I noticed the folks that were spending the night here actually slept in their cars rather than pitching tents. - They have vault toilets houses but they're extremely well maintained and clean. In fact, when I stepped inside one of them, it smelt beautifully, with a nice fragrance. - Located just 2.5 miles down the road is the Sandstone General Store and Eatery. This local little joint has groceries, gas and supplies...ideal for picking up anything to cook on your barbecue. You could even purchase prepared sandwiches if you don't feel like cooking. And prices here were extremely cheap, considering there's not much around to this part of the park. - You can do some hiking/walking right along the New River to get some fresh air and appreciate the woodsy/forestry setting. - When I visited back in the middle of May of 2022, the weather was perfect and not too chilly at night. Couldn't have asked for a better evening with a few stars up in the sky. - I believe you can stay up to 14 evenings here, all for free! You can camp for free, use the facilities for free, and occupy a campsite all for free. Thank you to the National Parks Services for Meadow Creek Campground! Although Meadow Creek was a wonderful experience for me...I do need to mention some parts that were a little bit of a letdown... 1. Cell phone coverage in this specific campground was minimal. Yet, when I walked down the creek area, my reception worked just fine. Hmmm? 2. Okay, yes, the train tracks. During the night I did hear trains running on the tracks that were very loud. Still, I don't mind these types of things as I'm an easy sleeper. 3. This is going a bit overboard, no there aren't any AMP power stations, lol. Overall, I can't say enough good things about Meadow Creek Campground. It was certainly one of the best highlights to my time visiting New River Gorge National Park.

Never a bad time! Repeat customer! I love that you can wake up and throw your pole in the water…read morewithout going anywhere. Best campground I've been to

$60/night for 50 amp FULL hookup is a great price! It is very close to New River Gorge Bridge and…read morePark. 5 minute drive to Fayetteville, WV. Far enough out there isn't a lot of light pollution(great for stargazing). Unfortunately that's about all it's got going for it. The lots are pull through but not clearly marked. It didn't look like anyone had mowed for over a week and not weedeaten for two. The women's restroom was under construction and "closed for the season". The men's bathroom only had two toilets and one was out of order. If the freeway hadn't been right there the symphony of frogs would have been amazing! They did have cute little mini cabins too. Video is from the field across the street where the dumpster is.

Highly recommend. It is by Gauley Bridge Civil war history. The amazing Kanawha Falls. Cathedral…read moreFalls right by it depending on rainfall. The Hawks Nest State Park Nearby. New River and Gauley Bridge area fishing. Very scenic. Not flat like most of Charleston to Huntington areas. Nearby Hydro Power plant has public fishing access to huge predatory fish and catfish species. Google Hawks Nest State park or Gauley Bridge. 53 minutes from Charleston up HWY 60 Midland trail.