Gatewood Group
Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and wildlife watching. Gatewood contains 1 reservable site that can accommodate up to approximately 30 people. The campground contains fire rings, picnic tables, and two single-toilet vault restrooms. There is no electric or drinking water at the group campground.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATEWOOD GROUP | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 / 8 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
The site record lists 30 people. The campground description says up to 20 people.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Three group sites are available that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are accessible pit toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Mid-April to November |
| Forest | Monongahela National Forest |
| Booking | All three group sites can be reserved. Reservations can be made online or by calling (877) 444-6777. |
| Fees | $45 per site, per night. |
| Rules | Maximum length of stay is 14 days and 3-20 people per site. Secure food and trash from bears and raccoons. |
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Getting there
From Riverton, WV, take US Route 33 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Road, County Route 33/4. Turn right and go 3 miles to Forest Road 112. Continue 13.5 miles to Forest Road 131. Turn right and open gate. Campground is at the end of Forest Road 131.
| Nearest town | Petersburg, West Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.7175° N, 79.5842° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The group campground is not ABA accessible.
- Drinking water is NOT available in the campground.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Pendelton County Outdoors ↗ | 14.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dumping Station ↗ | 21.7 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miBig Run Trail4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miSpruce Knob Lake Loop Trail1 mi trail · hiking
- 1 miNorth Prong Trail2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miLeading Ridge Trail ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miTom Lick Trail1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miSeneca Creek Trail ↗5.2 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
- 3.9 miLaurel Fork North Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 6,048 acres
- 5 miLaurel Fork South Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,840 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 situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet. Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.
Recreation
With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail. With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed. Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.
Nearby
Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.
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
Titles come from Open Library's catalog, matched by subject heading or by title.
Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gatewood Group?
Sites at Gatewood Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. All three group sites can be reserved. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Gatewood Group?
$45 per site, per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Gatewood Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Gatewood Group open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Mid-April to November.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Gatewood Group have?
1 site, including 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Gatewood Group?
The longest site here provides 30 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
Are pets allowed at Gatewood Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Gatewood Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Gatewood Group?
With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gatewood Group?
Petersburg, West Virginia. Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Gatewood Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Spruce Knob Lake (5 mi, partly first-come), Laurel Fork Campground (6 mi, first-come), and Island Campground (11.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby