Riffle Run Campground
Riffle Run Campground is in the heart of scenic Central West Virginia area near the Little Kanawha River and boasts 54 full hook-up sites and 6 primitive sites. This campground offers wooded and serene campsites without compromising any of the modern amenities such as a shower house and laundry facility.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 54 |
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
Site guide
60 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Back-in | 64 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Electric | Back-in | 62 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Electric | Back-in | 74 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 67 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 64 | Gravel | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 05:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 118 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 038, 039, 040 are listed accessible |
The campground offers 60 campsites, 54 are full hook-up with 50 amp electric service, water, and sewer and the other 6 have no hook-ups. Playgrounds and a bathroom that houses a shower facility and laundry facility are located within the campground. A boat ramp is availble just before the entrance to the campground and the marina is conveniently located near the boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Nearest town | Burnsville, West Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.8412° N, 80.6113° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Adventure Center ↗ | 44.6 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Monongahela National Forest begins about 14.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.4 miMonongahela National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,703,725 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is located at Burnsville Lake that is on the Little Kanawha River. The hilly, forested region lies at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, just west of the Allegheny Plateau. The geographic features of this area make the trail system and recreation areas one of a kind with breathtaking views in a family-friendly environment.
Recreation
Relax in the peaceful and quiet campground, take a hike on the over 100 miles of trails, visit the numerous playgrounds, or take a bike ride. The marina also offers boat/jet ski rentals and food specials that will please everyone in the family.
Nearby
Near Riffle Run Campground is the marina that offers boat and jet ski rentals as well as seaonal tours, the Riffle Run Left Fork Day Use Area, the Little Kanawha River Trail system, Burnsville City Park, and the Burnsville Veterans Memorial. In the town of Burnsville there are two convenience stores and a Dollar General as well as the Kreamy Korner Ice Cream Shop.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Riffle Run Campground?
Sites at Riffle Run Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Riffle Run Campground?
Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 05:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Riffle Run Campground have?
60 sites, including 54 standard sites with power and 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Riffle Run Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Riffle Run Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Riffle Run Campground?
Playgrounds and a bathroom that houses a shower facility and laundry facility are located within the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Riffle Run Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Riffle Run Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Riffle Run Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Riffle Run Campground?
Sites 038, 039, and 040 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Riffle Run Campground?
Relax in the peaceful and quiet campground, take a hike on the over 100 miles of trails, visit the numerous playgrounds, or take a bike ride. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Riffle Run Campground?
Burnsville, West Virginia. Near Riffle Run Campground is the marina that offers boat and jet ski rentals as well as seaonal tours, the Riffle Run Left Fork Day Use Area, the Little Kanawha River Trail system, Burnsville City Park, and the Burnsville Veterans Memorial.
Source: Getting there
What if Riffle Run Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bulltown Camp (4.2 mi), Gerald Freeman Campground (11.7 mi), and Bee Run Campground (12.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby