Gerald Freeman Campground
Gerald Freeman Camp is nestled in the headwaters of Sutton Lake in central West Virginia, 70 miles north of Charleston. The area provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing and hiking.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 107 |
| Standard, no hookups | 45 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 67 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
152 sites in 6 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 028 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Standard | ||||
| 029 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Standard | |||
| 030 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Prime | |
| 031 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Prime | |
| 032 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Paved | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Prime | ||
| 033 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 34 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Prime | |
| 034 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Prime | ||
| 035 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Prime | |
| 036 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Paved | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Prime | |||
| 037 | Black Bear | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 5:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 75 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 037, 058, 124, 132 and 2 more are listed accessible |
This large campground offers 156 campsites. 113 sites have electric hookups and 37 sites have full hookups. Boat ramps and a marina with a snack bar are located on-site. Younger visitors love the campground's playgrounds and basketball courts. Other facilities include hot showers, flush toilets, water fountains, and two trailer water / dump stations.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From I-79, take exit 67. Turn right on WV-4 and go 1 mile. Turn left on WV-15 and travel 12 miles to the campground. Campground will be on your right. NOTE: GPS directions are not always accurate. Call for additional information.
| Nearest town | Sutton, West Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.6800° N, 80.5469° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Adventure Center ↗ | 35.1 mi |
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Gerald Freeman Campground
Public land it sits in
Monongahela National Forest begins about 7.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.2 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Mollohan MillBuilding · Replete · 4.1 mi
- Lowther StoreBuilding · Wheeler · 8.4 mi
- Old Sutton High SchoolBuilding · Sutton · 8.7 mi
Natural features
Sutton Lake covers 1440 acres as it winds 14 miles up the Elk River. Many quiet coves can be found along its 40 miles of shoreline. The lake is surrounded by rolling hills wooded with mixed stands of oak, hickory, poplar and cherry trees. Wildlife, including deer, turkeys, squirrels, ruffed grouse, Canada geese and other waterfowl, is abundant in the area.
Recreation
Anglers find plentiful bass, crappie, catfish and sunfish in the lake. The Elk River below Sutton Dam is well-known for its muskie and walleye fishing, and trout are stocked in the Downstream area. Fire roads and hunting trails in the surrounding lands provide great hiking and biking opportunities around Sutton Lake and at the nearby Elk River Wildlife Management Area. A variety of campground activities are scheduled throughout the summer for children of all ages.
Nearby
The Elk River Wildlife Management Area contains nearly 18,000 acres of public hunting lands. The terrain is diverse and divided into the Elk River and Holly River sections. The Elk River section consists primarily of steep hills, ridges and benches, while the Holly River section is on the north side of the lake and consists of forested hills and open farmlands. Additional camping facilities are available on a first come, first served basis at Bakers Run Campground and Bee Run Primitive Campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gerald Freeman Campground?
Sites at Gerald Freeman 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 Gerald Freeman Campground?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 5:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Gerald Freeman Campground have?
156 sites, including 107 standard sites with power and 45 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Gerald Freeman Campground?
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Gerald Freeman Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Gerald Freeman Campground?
Other facilities include hot showers, flush toilets, water fountains, and two trailer water / dump stations.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Gerald Freeman Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Gerald Freeman Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Gerald Freeman Campground?
Sites 037, 058, 124, and 132 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 6 sites in all. 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 Gerald Freeman Campground?
Anglers find plentiful bass, crappie, catfish and sunfish in the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gerald Freeman Campground?
Sutton, West Virginia. The Elk River Wildlife Management Area contains nearly 18,000 acres of public hunting lands.
Source: Getting there
What if Gerald Freeman Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bakers Run Campground (3.5 mi, first-come), Bee Run Campground (7.1 mi), and Bulltown Camp (7.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby