Tea Creek Campground
Tea Creek Campground is a spacious 28-site campground is tucked away at the intersection of the Williams River and Tea Creek. This campground is a recreational hub of the area. There are four trailheads located within the campground and walking distance to most of the Tea Creek Trail System. Each camping site is equipped with a parking spur, picnic table, fire ring with a grill, waste receptacle and a lantern hookup. Visitors are encouraged to use the three bear-proof trash cages located throughout the campground during their visit.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 28 |
Site guide
28 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 80 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 2 | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 3 | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 4 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 5 | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 6 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 7 | Back-in | 43 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 8 | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 9 | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Campsites are $15 per night. |
Campsites are gravel. Each site has a picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern post. There are vault toilets and a hand pump for potable water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April to November |
| Forest | Monongahela National Forest |
| Booking | All sites are first come, first served. |
| Fees | Camping fee is $10.00 per site per night, payable at the camping self-service fee station. |
| Rules | Maximum length of stay is 14 days. Check-out time is 2:00 p.m. Dogs are permitted if on a leash. |
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Getting there
From Marlinton take US Route 219 north 7 miles. Then turn left onto State Route 150, which is the Highland Scenic Highway. Drive approximately 9 miles to the Williams River Bridge turnoff, located on the left. Turn left at the stop sign onto Forest Road 86 and drive 1 mile. The campground is located on the right.
| Nearest town | Marlinton, West Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.3433° N, 80.2319° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedArrowhead Trails Rx
50 mi from the campground · 195 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Appalachian Sport ↗ | 11 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 28.3 mi |
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Tea Creek Campground | Monongahela National Forest ✅
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miWilliams River Trail # 4872.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miBannock Shoals Trail # 446 ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miTea Creek Mountain Trail # 452 ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miTea Creek Trail #454 ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miTurkey Point Connector Trail #1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miNorth Face Trail # 4503.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Monongahela National Forest.
- inMonongahela National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,703,725 acres
- 0.7 miCranberry Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 47,742 acres
- 2.6 miGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,487,961 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- IOOF Lodge BuildingBuilding · Marlinton · 8.7 mi
- Frank and Anna Hunter HouseBuilding · Marlinton · 11.1 mi
- Pocahontas Times Print ShopBuilding · Marlinton · 11.1 mi
Natural features
Both Teacreek and the Williams River are within walking distance of campsites.
Recreation
Fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting.
Nearby
Trails, stream access, Cranberry Mountain Nature Center, and Highland Scenic Highway.
Guidebooks for Monongahela National Forest and West Virginia
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- Five-Star Trails: West Virginia's Monongahela National ForestJohnny Molloy, 2022Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tea Creek Campground?
Sites at Tea Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. All sites are first come, first served. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Tea Creek Campground?
Campsites are $15 per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tea Creek Campground?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Tea Creek Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April to November.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Tea Creek Campground have?
28 sites, including 28 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Tea Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Tea Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Tea Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Maximum length of stay is 14 days.
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Tea Creek Campground?
Marlinton, West Virginia. Trails, stream access, Cranberry Mountain Nature Center, and Highland Scenic Highway.
Source: Getting there
What if Tea Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Highland Scenic Highway (7.8 mi, first-come), Cranberry Glades Botanical Area (9.9 mi, first-come), and Cranberry Campground (11.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby